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 Posted: Tue Aug 18, 2009 10:47 pm
"I want to do something fun with you. Do you think we can do that sometime?"
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Posted: Tue Aug 18, 2009 10:51 pm
"I don't really know what to do," she said slowly.
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Posted: Tue Aug 18, 2009 10:58 pm
"You like to fly? We could take wing around the valley and perhaps explore some unknown territory. Or you mentioned logic. Perhaps a game of chess would be to your liking."
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Posted: Tue Aug 18, 2009 11:05 pm
"I do like to fly but I am unfamiliar with this chess?"
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Posted: Wed Aug 19, 2009 10:13 pm
"I think you may like it. It is a battle of wits and strategy on a board of black and white checkered squares."
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Posted: Wed Aug 19, 2009 10:17 pm
"What are the squares for?" she asked curiously.
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Posted: Wed Aug 19, 2009 10:32 pm
"They are the spaces that you move on. There are several different types of pieces, each with a specific set of rules and regulations. You must use those pieces to take over the other player's King."
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Posted: Wed Aug 19, 2009 10:37 pm
"So the objective is to capture a king?" she asked tilting her head.
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Posted: Wed Aug 19, 2009 10:43 pm
"The king of the opposing side, yes. It takes much skill and strategy. Even a bit of patience. But seeing your strategy win is very rewarding."
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Posted: Wed Aug 19, 2009 10:49 pm
"I'm sure," she smiled. "And I would like to test my skills in strategy."
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Posted: Wed Aug 19, 2009 10:56 pm
"Then I shall have to dust off my set so that we may play. I do look forward to playing again. I have not played chess in a long time, as it requires another to do so."
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Posted: Wed Aug 19, 2009 11:00 pm
"When should we set this date?" she asked.
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Posted: Wed Aug 19, 2009 11:10 pm
"Are you free tomorrow evening? I can light some candles and we can make a night of it?"
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Posted: Wed Aug 19, 2009 11:19 pm
"I don't believe I have anything, aside from my usual rounds..." she added. "I suppose the valley will be safe without me for a little while."
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Posted: Wed Aug 19, 2009 11:23 pm
"I am sure that it will be. Even the most dutiful guards must blink every now and again."
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