In the challenge, "P" is for passengers as illustrated in an excerpt from Windmaster. It also reflects on guild house politics.
Anger colored Ellspeth’s thoughts so much that passersby on Stratven’s cobblestoned streets moved aside to avoid contact with her. Blinded by her uncontrollable fury, she barely noticed. “How dare he?” Two porters looked up at the venom in her voice, then at her glare, bent back to their work. “The Sea Falcon is mine!” Ellspeth snarled. “Just because he’s a council member of the House of Cszabo doesn’t give Third the right to change my orders. As if I would sail without resupply and shore leave for my crew.”
Although she pictured what she would like to do to the object of her rage, she refused to even name the man in her rant and used his position title instead. “Wool and dyed fabric. He wants me to take the Falcon for a load of wool and dyed fabric instead of paying passengers. Passengers whose fares were paid by the king! I’ll get the council to back me. Third may have more rank, but I have the king’s request.”
I hope you enjoyed this insight into the world of windmaster. ~till next time, Helen
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Sounds like a fun character. @samanthabwriter from
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