The rack of swords were very plane, they were de by an expert swordsman and smith. Kate examined the chosen sword by Jasper. I was made of exquisite steel. The finest ore was three towns away, and as reward from King Arinas, Aaron received only the best grade of ore. Allowing him to create the finest swords in the region. Kate watched as Aaron pulled his son away. She was glad there was no incident. Marcus's return did not set easy. Kate hoped he would not be sent home until Spring. She knew Marcus was a hothead and easily proved a fight. She was glad Sir. Aaron sent Marcus into the house. The mage could hold her ground with the pestering soldier. She had done it since arriving in Wildwood Shire at seven years old. Now it was becoming a challenge. Marcus had grown to be a strong man and his skills nearly matched hers. She made good on her threats, and on more than one occasion "The Pest", she called him, wore a skinny, hairy, disgusting, tail.<br/><br/>Kate kept Jasper at a safe distance in the shop , "He is the most arrogant, vile creature, you, Jasper are above him. He will attack without thinking. You out match him with your little finger. I mean it, when I say, keep your temper. I am pleading do not challenge him. Do not allow the opportunity to be alone with him. He has a habit of antagonizing new comers. His father knows how you fight and Marcus brags how he would enjoy taking  on a pit fighter. If you have to fight, keep it to a parry and wear him down. I plead this because he is among Papa's elite in training. Marcus and Jonn are in the same unit together. I can't say they are friends; they spare, equally matched. Have you been allowed to buy anything? The reason is, a female is not allowed in a weapons shop. I am able to get away with it because you are new in town."<br/><br/>Kate whispered as she held a green velvet pouch full of coins. This is 50 gold. Plenty for a down payment until Papa credit is paid, " Jasper, Purchase your weapon for $255 silver not a cent more. Sir Aaron will appreciate a bit of haggling ask him to include a belt with holder for scabbard. I can give you a vile of oil for protecting the blade. After you give him this pouch, give him these."<br/><br/>The red-head hands him four clear glass vials with red, green, and pink liquid, from an inside pocket of her cloak, "The are healing and enhanced potions. These will allow you the sum of the sword and Papa's Winter Fest gift. You will get back a inlaid wooden case."