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Chapter 4
The morning came soon to Bryn. She woke up with the sound of rain coming from her window. She liked to sleep with it opened to allow Dermott to freely fly in and out as he pleases. She also liked to feel the cool night breeze hit her skin while falling asleep. Reluctant to get out of the warm bed and face the new days damp air she lay there thinking of the last nights events. Smiling, the first thought that came to her mind was Sinbad. While the crew stumbled back to the Inn from Aunt Megs continuous refill of wine, Sinbad walked her back to the Tavern. She remembered him kissing her outside the entrance and feeling slightly embarrassed by the hoots and hollars from the few remaining costumers leaving for the night. Laughing it off, she gave him a kiss on the cheek and said her good night. Before closing the door of the Tavern she turned and saw him walking towards The Nomad. She wondered what he was thinking.
With a sigh, Bryn looked up and saw Dermott sitting on top of the wooden bed frame at the foot of the bed. "I know. I slept in". She looked at the falcon. She could tell he was already out and about by the dampness of his feathers.
"You are not the only one", Dermott chirped, "The crew are just breaking their fast at the Inn".
After the mention of food, Bryn realized she too was hungry. Rolling out of bed she put on a robe that Mira loaned her and made her way to the washroom that she shared with the couple a few feet outside her room. To the left of the washroom there was a stairway leading down to the Tavern ; behind the bar to be exact.
After freshening up for the day, Bryn donned a blue dress with long sleeves. The seam was above the knees, where she preferred it. It was much easier for her to fight with a shorter dress rather than a longer one if needed. With being in Sinbad and his crews company, fighting was not a rarity. The dresses that's been in her possession while in Capua were given to her by Mira. While making a few adjustments, Bryn made them her own. After a glance of her reflection she felt presentable and made her way down the stairs to the Tavern.
To the left of the bar, Mira was on the stage placing unlit candles all around it. She was preparing for tonight's entertainment.
"Good morning, Bryn", Mira smiled to her friend, "I trust you slept well".
Bryn approached the stage, "A little too well. It's already midmorning and I am just starting my day".
"You had a late night", Mira placed the last candle where she wanted it and sat herself at the edge of the stage near Bryn. Mira smiled and cut to chase , "You didn't tell me about how close you were with Sinbad. Don't think I missed the way he kissed you last night!"
Bryn laughed at her friends curiosity, "Nothing goes past you", she pushed herself up on stage to join Mira. "It's pretty new to me…to us. We have not yet talked about it".
"Actions are stronger then words," Mira pointed out, "From what I saw last night, he really cares for you".
"I know he cares", Bryn sighed. "Mira, you haven't seen him with the other women he runs into from port to port. I become invisible".
"You should have seen the urgency he had to go look for you the first night he was in port". Mira explained, "He was a man in search of his lost love".
Bryn laughed, "You are such a romantic," she shook her head.
"You have doubts!" Mira stood up and jumped off the stage, "You and Sinbad better have this conversation before I have words with him", she pointed to Bryn's heart, "I will not have you two sail away until our questions are answered".
Bryn laughed again and she too jumped off the stage, "I will work on it". From the corner of her eye she saw a figure hovering outside the window, "Is that Felix?"
Mira looked at the direction Bryn was, "Yes! He has been out there for some time. I told him we were closed and he said he was waiting for you", Mira made her way back behind the bar, "I am sorry, I forgot to mention it earlier".
"I will catch up with you later". Bryn said while walking backwards towards the entrance, "If you see Sinbad, please hold your tongue!", she then turned and left the Tavern.
Mira giggled at her retreating friend. "Not a chance!"
Bryn joined Felix outside. "Mira said you were waiting for me". She was unsure of why and looked at him curiously.
Felix looked down at Bryn and placed an arm around her shoulder, "When I invited you to breakfast I should have given an accurate time. I thought you would have been up earlier. It is my mistake".
Bryn did not remember agreeing to breakfast with Felix, but since she was on her way to it she welcomed his company, "I am sorry. I slept in later then usual". She managed to slip herself away from under his arm, "Come, let's eat now. I'm hungry". She made her way towards the Inn knowing on Sundays there was always a buffet prepared there in the morning for the town. She also knew the crew discovered that as well from what Dermott shared with her earlier. Felix stopped her.
"Wait, I've already have something waiting for us at my home". Felix explained. "It's not far".
Bryn turned and thought she's never visited his home before and she didn't want to be rude. "Okay, lead the way".
Earlier in the day, Sinbad was the first to wake on The Nomad. After getting ready for the day in his quarters and getting a quick bite in the galley, he was greeted by Dermott up on deck. He was not able to communicate to the falcon the way Bryn could but he could understand his body language. This morning Dermott appeared relaxed. He greeted Sinbad with a small chirp. "Did you miss The Nomad while we were gone, Dermott?" Sinbad patted the bird. He noticed Bryn wasn't with him. "Is she still sleeping?" Sinbad asked out loud. Dermott moved his head up and down in response. He then flew off towards the direction of town. Sinbad watched the birds retreating form and made his way off the ship as well.
It was only fog and mist that he walked through to get into town. Judging by the darkness of the clouds approaching, he knew soon it would be rain fall. Making his way towards The Inn to see how his crew were fairing he saw Dermott sitting on top of the roof of The Tavern. He saw the open window and knew that is where Bryn was. Rain or shine and night or day, shewould always have her window open for Dermott.
"We will let her sleep a little longer, Dermott", Sinbad said. He resumed his walk to the Inn. He made it there just in time before the rain started to pour. He was greeted by a hostess and she smiled while gesturing towards the dining hall. He was about to mention he came to see guest upstairs when he saw his crew were already making their way down. He smiled and nodded his head as a thank you to the hostess and made his way towards his friends.
"Hey little brother!" Doubar greeted, "You've come for breakfast?" He too gestured towards the dining room.
"I have already eaten, but will sit with you guys for awhile". Sinbad replied and he and his crew made their way to the dining hall. "How are you all feeling". He looked at each man.
Rongar patted his stomach in signal that he was hungry. Firouz was eying the buffet display and nodded his head in agreement.
Sinbad realized conversation was not their priority and turned to his brother, "I will sit at this table while you guys help yourself".
Firouz and Rongar were already on their feet. Before walking towards his meal, Doubar patted his brother on the back, "I will get you a little something, Sinbad. Whatever you had on The Nomad surely does not compare to this!"
While waiting for the crew to return he looked outside the window and noticed Felix walking by. He watched him make his way to The Tavern. He knocked and was greeted by Mira. They spoke for only a moment before Mira shut the door. Felix than made his way towards the back of the building.
Firouz and Rongar returned to the table to rejoin their Captain. The hostess was kind enough to bring a tray of water for all of them. Sinbad again nodded his thanks. Doubar was right behind her nearly knocking her tray out of her hands. She was startled. Doubar immediately gave his apologies and stepped aside.
"What are you up today, Sinbad? In this wonderful City of Capua", Firouz asked cheerfuly.
"I am to meet with Benson at some time", Sinbad explained to the crew, "He spoke of business last night".
"I wonder what cargo he would like us to deliver and where to", Doubar asked outloud.
"Whatever it is, I will keep an open mind. It will be nice to make some extra coin. The Nomad will need some extra supplies soon", Sinbad replied. At that moment Sinbad glanced outside the window and noticed Felix returning from the back. He went to one of the covered benches outside The Tavern and took a seat.
Firouz looked outside as well, "There's Felix. The Tavern does pretty good business if they have costumers waiting for the doors to open".
"I'm not so sure he is waiting for The Tavern". Sinbad replied while taking a sip of his water.
"He seems to be Bryn's puppy, "Doubar joked, "Last night he was at her heels all night".
"I noticed", Sinbad understood. The only time he was able to get some time alone with her was when he was walking her back to The Tavern. He has been wanting to speak with her privately but hasn't found that opening. When walking back from Aunt Meg's, he knew she too had her fill of wine and felt it would be best to let words wait.