Tuesday, March 14, 2017

100 Words a Day 1041

“We had a deal,” the duergar said, opening its massive eyes even wider and puffing out its bristling, black beard.

“What are you talking about?” the merchant asked, confused.

“We had a deal. I made you an offer on that leather. You accepted.”

“No I didn’t,” he took a retreated one step as the duergar leaned forward, staring him down.

“Yesterday. I offered you a ten-coin for a dozen and you laughed and agreed.”

The merchant tilted his head to the side and brow furrowed. When it hit him, he stood upright.


“I was joking. That was an absurd offer.”

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