{Day 10 Landon's Practice}

Breezy tensed when she saw Jasmine run out of the crowd then she heard
Jeneve's scream of terror.  Seeing K'tarr grab Jasmine the redhead ran
towards the queen rider.  Breezy was almost to the young woman when
someone came out of nowhere almost blind-siding her.  She heard a
hurried apology as a young man raced by.  Following along another young
man come running up.

<snip>
Dargis nodded, "I think so.  Don't worry, I'll make sure she's okay,
Cyrus.  Tell Landon that I had to take care of Jeneve and that I'm
sorry that I missed training."
<end snip>

Seeing the looks on the faces of the two young men it was obvious the
Warrenlady was in good hands. One of the first things that Coo had found
out was Jeneve's fear of fire.  It puzzled her that the young woman
actually came to see the show unless she was trying to work through her
fears.  It's something she had never discussed with Jeneve but after
this it was quaranteed.

The sounds of yelling caught her attention and she turned to find
Jasmine putting on a bit of a display of her own.  Breezy chuckled
shaking her head, she had to admit there was definitely never a dull
moment around this place.   Walking towards the the small group, Breezy
saw Jasmine slug Landon in the chest then  in the next breath say that
she would never hurt him.

Despite the seriousness of the confrontation Breezy couldn't help but
grin, you just had to love a woman that really knew her mind.

[..] Early Evening Dining Hall

The Sr. Wingleader entered the dining hall, grabbing a plate of food and
a drink she looked around and saw Landon sitting off by himself.  It was
obvious the way he was picking at his food he was pretty miserable.
Wandering over to the table the Breezy asked, "Mind of I sit?'

Landon glanced up and nodded not saying anything. Breezy dug into her
meal, she loved good food and Uncle had outdid himself.  "That's quite a
talent you have there, very impressive,"  she said taking a drink.
Landon nodded slightly still pushing his food around the plate.

Continuing on she said, "I hear you are quite the bowman I had an idea I
wanted to run by you!"  Landon finally looked at her and Breezy almost
smiled, *Gotya* she thought.

"I was thinking in terms more for the ground forces, I understand you
did a class before I arrived.  Even though I've never seen it used
before my guess would be that a flaming arrow could kill a wraith
easily."

Landon stopped pushing his food around the plate and she at least almost
his full attention.  "Of course," she continued, "it's not something for
close quarters but open areas it might work. The dragons can't always be
there and I figured the ground forces need some kind of *flaming*
defense.  I just wanted to throw that at you,  you might give it some
thought and maybe come up with some ideas for Galen."

After talking a bit about the pros and cons the two finished their meals
in silence. As Breezy rose to leave she looked at the tattooed rider.
"You should have gone after her."

The man sighed sadly, "She's done this before, Jasmine was raised in the
wilds, she can take care of herself."

"True, but with everything going on it worries me her being out there
alone. She may have been raised in the wilds  Landon, but you all  have
been teaching her to be *human* and what I saw today was a very upset
young lady with all the human frailties that go with it."  Breezy smiled
gently and walked away leaving the man with his thoughts.

{tag: Chris}

{Day 11 Late Morning just outside the Med Center}

Amy caught up with Breezy and extended her apologies and an invite for
dinner the next evening and asked about a possible baby-sitting job.

"No Amy, I need to apologize to you for being so hard on your mate, but
these stubborn males have a tendency to get my hackles up something
terrible. Sometimes they are too stubborn and too proud for their own
good."  Breezy said seeing the young woman smile.  "Seriously like I
told Link and his mother, it will take awhile for the person I have in
mind to get here so hopefully we may be able to get him to be a little
more receptive by then."

Sighing Breezy added, "I've known people that have the same kind of gift
Link has," seeing the odd expression on Amy's face she continued, "And I
truly believe it is a gift if handled properly and not the curse that
Link and his mother have come to view it.  Now I'm not sure how you feel
about all this but if Link isn't willing to except help then he could
very well turn his gift into that curse and be a danger not only to
himself but to those around him.  Amy, I don't know how strong Link's
power is but an uncontrolled outburst could very easily cause some
serious damage. And mark my words without any proper instruction he
won't be able to control it forever."

Amy's eyes widened at Breezy's words.

"And even though I'm sure your mate would dearly love to strangle me at
the moment and barring any major catastrophes I would consider it an
honor to have dinner with you and your family. Now as for Dizzi, today I
have lots of paperwork to do but tomorrow I'm pretty much free.  I have
sword training with Galen in the morning and after that I will stop by
and if the munchkin wants to spend the day with me and Coo that would be
great."

Amy grinned at the Sr. Wingleader saying her thank you's and the two
woman parted.

{tag: Max - Amy can plan her day out :)}

{Day 12 Early Morning Sword Training}

Despite her anger more for getting caught than anything Breezy almost
laughed as she watched the Head Wingleader walk away. He was as much of
a pain in the butt as she was, the redhead thought.  Typical male
attitude, what's good for the gander is never good for the goose.

[And his dragon is just as bad!] sniffed Coo.

The woman chuckled at her dragon's tone.  *Hmmm sounds like you two have
really started off on the wrong foot!*

[We have not started at all!] snapped the greenish dragon, [He has
absolutely no snuggle value whatsoever and that is a must for any kind
of worthiness!]

*Scuz me, just what the hell is snuggle value?*  Breezy asked almost
afraid of the answer.

[It is a new system I have devised to rate males!]

Breezy's mouth fell open and the woman was at a loss for words as Coo
went on to explain her *New* system as she discussed the male dragons of
their new home.  The redheads' face was bright with laughter and
uncontrollable giggles erupted from the woman as she approached the
green.

*Little Miss Priss take a break will ya.* Breezy said finding it hard to
control the laugher.   *Do I need to scale the cliff myself or are you
going to come get me! I need to get showered and changed it's obvious in
extolling the virtues of the warren males you have forgotten we have a
hot date with a cute little girl.*

[Oh Oh Dizzi that's right! Oh boy!] Coo exclaimed with excitement
forgetting her vain chatter.  The iridescent dragon landed only a few
feet from Breezy and the woman vaulted into the saddle as the dragon
took to the air.

[..] an hour later

It was still early when Breezy met up with Amy.  Dizzi was with her
carrying her stuffed dragon a big grin adorning her tiny face. "Hi
Dizzi, so you wanna come hang out with me and Coo!"

The little girl nodded looking past Breezy at the greenish dragon who
was so excited she was fluffing her scales as she strutted back and
forth.  [I getta play with Dizzi!] Coo was humming in Breezy's head.

Taking Dizzi's hand, Breezy grinned and winked at Amy, "Have a nice
day!"

The older woman and little girl walked off towards the offices with a
prancing green dragon hot on their heels.

{Day 12 Late Morning Breezy's office}

Breezy was very good with folding paper a talent she had learned many
years ago. Using old scrap paper pretty soon her office was filled with
various paper birds and paper flyers.  Dizzi was having a ball throwing
and chasing them around the office as Breezy filed away some reports.
Filing the last one away she sat at her desk helping Dizzi fold a very
unique design. "Now this one really flies, watch this!"

The redhead threw the folded creation, it did several loops then sailed
out the office door with Dizzi running after it, the little girl's
squeals of delight bringing a grin to the older woman's face.  Her eyes
widened as she saw Dizzi snatch up the flyer and K'tarr almost trip over
the child.  The little girl was barely knee high to the big man and
Dizzi's head moved slowly upward and her little eyes grew huge as they
reached the sober face of the tattooed rider staring down at her.

Breezy erupted in laughter at the comical scene receiving an odd look
from the big man.  Dizzi grinned hearing the laughter, "Sorry" she said
politely and skipped happily back into the office. "You were right," the
little girl exclaimed her tiny face filled with delight. "It really goes
good."

[Are you coming out here or do I have to come in there and get you!] Coo
demanded. [I wanna play too. Besides the Warrenlady is returning.]

Smiling at Dizzi, "Well young lady Coo tells me that the Warrenlady has
returned and that means it's time to go to work."

"Really," Dizzi said her eyes huge, "Can I help!"

"Sure! Let's go, besides Coo is anxiously waiting for you little lady to
come out and play!"

The two girls left the offices with much ado as Dizzi thanked everyone
she saw for letting her come into the offices.

Making a quick visit to Uncle the two met Jeneve and Antwin coming
across the green.  The young woman's face was flushed with excitement
from the flight and Breezy was glad to see her smiling especially after
her previous problems.  The older woman looked at the man next to her
and he even seemed in an extremely good mood.

"Hello Breezy, Dizzi!" Jeneve said happily.  Seeing the look on the Sr.
Wingleader's face she asked, "Is there something I can do for you?"

"As a matter of fact there is," Breezy grinned, "It's time I helped you
a little with your training!"

Jeneve's face fell and Breezy laughed, "And I promise it will be as
painless as possible. I was also hoping that your escort would be kind
enough to help out also."

"Well we were just going to get something to eat." Jeneve said
apprehensively.

"Don't worry it's all taken care of,"  Breezy said walking away.

Dizzi grabbed Jeneve's hand pulling the young woman along, "Come on Miss
Jeneve!"

The tall blonde looked at her escort who shrugged and the group followed
the redhead to the secluded spot that Breezy had practiced in that
morning.  Shortly several baskets of food arrived and with the help of
the little girl Breezy soon had a picnic laid out.

Jeneve grinned at the repast and sat down on the blanket not believing
all the food that had been set out. "Oh how wonderful!"

The group settled down to eat then Breezy spoke knowing she was about to
lie slightly. "Now I don't want to alarm you Jeneve by what I'm about to
say," she saw apprehension immediately come to the younger woman's eyes.

Her tone was gentle when spoke, "but every good warren lady carries a
weapon and...."

"I know nothing about them!" Jeneve exclaimed instantly horrified.  "You
think something is go......."

"Jeneve calm down, no I don't and this has nothing to do with that."

[Oh Sister your nose is gonna grow from your lying!  You are worried
sick that someone will try to hurt her.]

*She needs to know how to defend herself even a little, the Bard, Jack
or I won't always be around!!* Breezy answered glancing over at her
dragon.  She couldn't help smile as she saw Dizzi happily climbing on
Coo who had her legs angled so the little girl could climb up and slide
down.

Handing the younger woman a box Breezy said, "I'm gonna let you use
these to learn with, they're light and made strictly for a woman."

The Warrenlady opened the box and her eyes widened at the two ornate
throwing knives inside.  Antwin leaned forward then nodded at Breezy his
eyes full of appreciation of the exquisite weapons.

Glancing at Antwin, "I was hoping, seeing how well your escort is armed
and that he carries several knives himself that he would be willing to
help show you how to throw them." Then added quickly, "At targets only
of course.  Actually Jeneve it's kind of fun target throwing once you
get the hang of it."

Sputtering filled Breezy's mind, [Boy what a line!]

*Butt out Sister and play with Dizzi! Besides learning things like this
will help with her confidence!]

Breezy held her breath and waited.  Watching the Jeneve chew her lip as
she stared at the knives in horrified fascination Breezy looked at
Antwin with that *Help me out here* look in her eyes.

{Tag: Wil and Carina}

NRPG: I think I caught all the tags + some, if I missed anyone please
let me know :)

Respectfully submitted,
Breezy and Coo
aka
Tree Deutscher
treedr@yelmtel.com

And the Tree's thought for the day is *Baseball is wrong: man with four
balls cannot walk!*












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