Free Days

Writers: AL, Devin
Date Posted: 30th July 2008

Characters: Jerroll, Edele, Alesta
Description: Jerroll runs into an acquaintance at the dock
Location: Elsewhere on Pern
Date: month 10, day 15 of Turn 4

"Well, hello sweetie." A familiar voice graced the ears of Jerroll as he
strolled upon the doc and when he turned, it was to a smile placed in an
attractive face framed by startling red hair. Fair skin remained pale
thanks to careful covering using hats and umbrellas. Alestia moved
forward, one hand coming up to trace a path over Jerroll's chest in a
rather intimate and familiar gesture. "Long time no see, handsome."

"Too long." He smiled. His hand brushed along her side and settled on
her waist. "We have a few days to make up for lost time."

"Oh really?" A giggle escaped, then stopped short as her gaze fell across
a woman coming off of the ship. "Who is that?"

Jerroll followed her gaze. "That's our new cook. You should enjoy this
body while it lasts. I might be fat next time I see you."

Edele stopped as she watched the other woman saddle up to Jerroll. Alesta
gave her a bright smile, then turned her attention back to Jerroll. "Well,
when do I get to take advantage of you?"

"As soon as I make a quick check of the ship and crew."

"Well then." Alesta pressed in a little more and ran a finger from one
shoulder to the other. "You know exactly where to find me."

Jerroll's hand slipped lower on her waist. "If you can stand to wait
here a few minutes, then I won't have to find you."

"That sounds like a plan." Alesta purred, then pulled away, eyes half
closed and a teasing smile upon her lips as she stepped to the side to give
Jerroll a bit of room.

"Be back soon." He stepped past her and walked up to his newest
crewmember. "New supplies all in order?" he asked Edele.

"They seem to be." Edele nodded slowly as her gaze moved over back to
the ship. "I just hope I've estimated correctly. Is there anything
else I should do?"

"Nope. You're free to do whatever you want. Here." He took a few marks
out of his pouch and handed them to her. "Consider this advanced
wages."

Surprised crossed over Edele's face. "Oh..well...thank you Jerroll.
I...I don't know what to say."

"You don't have to say anything. Go have fun, relax, do whatever you
want. We've got a few days to enjoy ourselves."

Edele's face eased into a smile. "Thank you again, Jerroll. I'll do
just that."

Last updated on the July 30th 2008

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