Card games

Korant insisted we rest, but I managed to persuade him to let me play some card games with the dwarves before that. He was hesitant, but I stood firm and he finally gave up, going to bed instead. Good thing that happened! The presence of a sober guardian was only killing my light mood. Bonding with the dwarves over drinks was crucial if I were to fulfill my mission and ensure the trade deal gets signed!

Eventually, we stumbled back to the dwarves’ room, our laughter echoing through the quiet halls of the inn. The room was dimly lit, with a table at the center that was strewn with a deck of cards. The dwarves, despite their boisterous nature, were experienced card players. They dealt the cards with precise movements even with all the ale in them!

As we settled in, the game began in earnest. The dwarves played with the seriousness of veterans, but it didn’t take long for their initial enthusiasm to wane. One of them finally threw the cards on the table and piped up.

“I wish yin o’ these barmaids were up here! Ah’m gaspin’ fer some action!”
“Aye!”, the other three agreed.
“Ah, I could hit anythin’ right now. Even... even this human laddie! Ye’re a bonnie one!”

I was taken aback.

“Erm... thanks for the compliment, I guess?”
“That was nae a compliment, laddie. Look at the state o’ this... What are we gonnae do aboot this!”

Without any warning, he stood up and smacked his fat cock on the table! I was gobsmacked and my face must’ve shown this because all the dwarves started howling in laughter.