Manfluxin street-lamps cast their eerie green light upon Barrelgutt Row. Robin and Mendel appeared with a puff of smoke in the middle of the street.
“You there…halt!” A melodic voice commanded.
An elf in a blue uniform ran over to the wizard and fairy-born. Mendel sighed and Robin chuckled. The Elite Eleven Police officer halted in front of them, pulled out his silver baton.
“You two are in violation of Law 637H, Hopportation into a Non-Hopport zone. Explain your actions. “The elf’s tone was stern, and his baton hummed to life and casted a blue glow. He raised it to get a better look at the violators.
“I assure you officer a simple miscalculation of hopport destination.” Mendel stated.
“The nearest Hopportation circle is down the street, next time use it. Further violations of Law 637H will lead to a hefty fine.” The officer lowered his baton, but still glared with suspicion at Robin and Mendel.
“Yes sir, I will remember that.”
“The Law governs and protects. The Law is just and must be followed. I would recommend to you both a trip to the Centaurian Museum and a good study of the city’s Hopportation laws. Good night and keep the Law in mind.” The elf doused his baton and marched off to continue his shift without further remark.
“Welcome to Barrelgutt Row.” Mendel spat sourly.
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