Where Do You Get Them?

Writers: AL, Heather
Date Posted: 8th July 2014

Characters: Barenziah, Zathris
Description: Zathris asks Barenziah about firelizards.
Location: Amber Hills Hold
Date: month 7, day 4 of Turn 7
Notes: Mentioned: Benani, Felyna

Barenziah

Zathris

"Barenziah." Benani was still suffering, but still, a weight had come
off of Zathris shoulders. He was sleeping alone and he ached for the
warmth of his wife's body, for the intimacy he'd shared. He knew,
though, it would be a process and he would remain supportive however
long it took and do whatever he could to help her. That was when a
thought occurred to him, and Barenziah had come to mind - or rather,
something she owned. "Might I inquire as to your opinion on
something?"

Barenziah had an armful of Lady Benani's clothes in hand, they had
been altered by the tailor, and Barenziah was sure that her lady would
feel much more comfortable in them now. Zathris's presence had become
a common factor for Barenziah, since the husband obviously cared for
his wife and wanted to be sure of her well being.

"Of course sir."

"I'm thinking of getting a firelizard for Benani. Lady Felyna's was
instrumental in finding her - and I think it might be another layer of
protection for her." Zathris inclined his head in a general direction
since he didn't immediately see Barenziah's about. "I was wondering
where you acquired yours."

As if she knew she was being talked about, Chiffon appeared with a
chirrup, and Barenziah muttered a little profanity beneath her breath
as she leapt to the left and used the folded clothes as a crash
landing pad for the little gold firelizard. Chiffon landed safely in
the clothing and crooned her thanks to Barenziah. "She's still working
on that." She told Zathris with a grin and a shake of her head, "My
father gave me Chiffon's egg. He is a Master Beastcrafter so he has a
lot of contacts across Pern, I believe that is how he acquired the
egg."

"I'd like to try and find a gold egg. I know they're not easily
discernible like a dragon's, but perhaps your father might know of a
gold who's produced good clutches before." Zathris couldn't think of
anything better than to give Benani who own little gold dragon. "I'd
be interested in procuring an entire clutch."

Chiffon peered up at Zathris curiously. She had met a few humans,
mostly those related to Barenziah, so this human was new and
different. She wrapped her tail around Barenziah's wrist possessively
and narrowed her whirling eyes at the Lord Holer, "They can be
incredibly useful." She agreed.

"Would you be willing to contact your father and see if he knows of
anyone with a clutch that is either available now or soon will be?"
Zathris knew it would take some time and firelizards had to be
trained, but he would do whatever he had to in order to add whatever
protection he could for his wife - even those small creatures could,
and had, make a difference.

"Of course, milord, I will contact him immediately." Barenziah studied
his face for a moment before adding, "How have you been resting sir?
Can't have our Lord coming down with something, now can we?" She
chided softly.

"You are thoughtful to ask. I'm all right. I'll be better once she's
better." Zathris wanted his wife back. He wanted the way things were
- but Crolarin had taken that and he'd be Threaded if the man wasn't
going to pay. "I thank you for the time you take with her and your
patience. I knew you would be the right one for the job."

Barenziah absently stroked Chiffon's head, "I was honored to be tasked
with her care, milord." It was an honor to be trusted by the Lord
Holder enough to take care of Benani.

He smiled then, not as brilliantly has it might have been before
everything had happened, but it was certainly a spark more than what
had haunted his face in the subsequent days. "Let me know when you
hear from your father and how much he wants if he knows of or has a
clutch."

"Of course, I will let you know as soon as I have word." Barenziah
made a note to go directly to her father once she had Lady Benani's
clothes tucked away neatly in lady's wardrobe. She then wanted to make
sure that Benani was comfortable and in need of nothing before she
went to see her father.

"Good. Thank you. I'll leave you to your duties." Zathris inclined
his head to the woman, then turned to continue his way back down the
hall.

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