Free Davie the Mage (Generations of Eredwynn Book 2) by Daniel B. Harris Page A

shops and stables. I introduced myself to all the shopkeepers and got input on things that could help them in their businesses. I was trying to let everyone know that I was nothing like their previous Lord and was approachable if the need arose. As I left the courtyard to the east, I introduced myself to the Constable who was a very friendly gentleman. He let me know that there had been no problems with castle security since he’d taken command of the troops over a decade ago. I told him to keep up the good work, shook his hand and walked out of the gate.
                  I found myself standing on a wide road running east and west that ran down the middle of the castle town of Seamore. The town wrapped around the castle on three sides and seemed fairly well off. At least the shops right next to the castle gate did. I’d have to wander and see about the rest of the town. Since my wife, mother and consorts were off spending obscene amounts of money, I had plenty of time to investigate. I walked down the main street and saw many very nice shops, pubs and inns along the way. I turned down a street to the north and the conditions worsened rapidly. I assumed that Tassin had invested in the shops on the main street so he would look good to approaching visitors and had neglected the rest of his people.
                  I found a building with sick and injured people lined up to get inside. I was told that this was the only doctor who would treat the poor in the city. I walked down the line outside, releasing healing magic with every hand that I shook. As the magic flowed through them, the people realized who I was and what I was doing for them. They were grateful and fell to their knees.
    I helped them to their feet, “Groveling isn’t really necessary! I jokingly told them, “I’m healing everyone because healthy people are happier and I like happy people better!”
    I went inside the building, healing as I made my way to the doctor. I gave him a couple gold coins and thanked him for caring. I shook his hand, “I’m Davie and am the new Lord of Perlsea. I want you to know that I’ll always be available if he run across something that you can’t heal and he need my assistance.”
    “Thank you My Lord! I will keep that in mind and will certainly call on you if I need to!” He thanked me and I left behind a group of happy, healthy people.
                  I went over to the south side and found conditions similar to the north, minus the doctor and sick people. I knew that if James’ idea of the fishing industry would take off, a lot of the poverty that I was seeing would disappear, too. I was going to keep that on the top of my priority list.
                  It was noon when I walked back to the gates of the castle. I asked a guard if there was an archery range or at least a clear open space for a Novice wizard to practice. He informed me that next to the smith’s on the north side of the keep, there was a very nice and often used archery range. Perlsea had a large complement of longbow archers who were often on the range. I went over to look at the range to see if it would suit Amee and Mother’s needs. It was perfect, or would be when I set up some wizard- proof targets.
    I went to the smith’s, “Excuse me sir, I need two thick iron rods and two thick iron plates.”
    “Of course, My Lord. I believe that have just what you’re looking for. I’ve been to Wizard’s Castle and seen the training range there. If that’s what you’re doing then these should work for ya.”
                  “These will do perfectly! Thank you and take this for your trouble.” When I paid the man a gold coin, he was surprised.
                  “I’m sorry for the shocked look sir, but the prior Lord of the castle had never paid for items he’d wanted from me!
                  “Well, thank you for saying that I am different from Tassin.” And he