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Lithi A Short Story

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A yawn exited the elven girl's mouth as she approached the city's market district, adorned with the faces of many townspeople. The gentle summer breeze rustled her golden locks, as she scanned the horizon for possible plunder. The city of Hallure was a new one to Lithia - she had only stayed in the local inn a few nights. However, she felt herself growing accustomed to the town's setup and everyday life. She had also grown accustomed to a few other things, such as easy targets and plans of action. Marcus, a jewelry vendor, would be her first target of the day.
Gem’s had been going for a high price lately, and the man was obviously someone that could be easily trifled with. Swiftly approaching the stall, Lithia set her act into motion. …show more content…

Lithia barely had any coin to purchase even the smallest thing in town, and she was given a very scarce amount of food from her “mother.” She could only imagine how much something like this could cost. Or… could she? “It could be more than just imagination, she thought.” She was alone, the only two inhabitants in the room being herself and the sapphire necklace. Without hesitation, she snatched it. “I deserve well more than this for all I’ve been thr ough,” she angrily uttered to herself. Almost any jeweler would pay good money for this. “I don’t need this place. I never did.”
Now, Lithia felt as lively as ever. The entire world was her home - she was no longer confined to servitude. “Ah, yes! Now we can’t forget this one.” Marcus picked up the amulet, showing it off to his customer. “This one goes for about one thousand gold pieces. What do you say?” Lithia smiled, reaching into her purse. However, a concerned look was quickly planted onto her face.
“No… there’s no way!”
“Ma’am, is something the matter?”
“I swear I had much more than this when I left! Who… who could have pickpocketed me?!” exclaimed Lithia, creating a scene. Several guards turned at the notion, followed by a few shopkeepers. “Not in my city,” one sternly replied.
“When do you think it could have happened?” questioned Marcus, wanting to make his sale.
“Hmm…” thought Lithia. “I’ve got it! I was chatting with the fruit vendor earlier. It had to have been him!” Upon previous observation, Lithia had

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