9 January 2023

I have been struggling so hard this week. I didn’t even write anything the 15th and 16th. Some of it is time; there’s been a lot going on in my personal life lately, and not just because of schoolwork. Or even mostly because of that. But there’s also issues with my motivation and energy levels, as well. I’m still not sure what to do about that.

Anyway, here’s a little clip from Adeline’s story. I kinda tried to push forward despite whatever block I’m dealing with. For me, at least, it shows in the writing; not my proudest efforts.

The jeweler offered a price, and after confirming it with Zad, Adeline accepted. She handed over the jewelry and took the money, and the trio began to head out.

Just as they opened the door, the old man called out to Zad. “This is big risk your family take. Next time in Luskra, if you make it, I give you special deal. Tell your father.”

Zad seemed more than a little surprised, but he nodded. “I’ll tell him.”

Soon the three were walking down the street. Adeline asked, “Where do we go now?”

“Well, you’ve got a few options.” They stopped at an intersection, and Zad pointed down the road to the left. “The Grand Market is up that way; I’d recommend at least going to visit once before you leave. They have all kinds of things for sale, and all kinds of performances and street shows, too.”

He gestured up ahead, further down the road they’d been walking on. “If you want to take a ship, follow this road down to Harbor Street and turn right. It’ll take you straight there. Not sure how much they’ll ask for, though. You could always try looking for another merchant caravan, I guess, but most of them will be at the market anyway.”