A flash illuminated the night sky and for a moment, the thick trees of the forest could be seen through nearly frosted window panes. As the thunder rumbled through the valley, the tavern door creaked open and a very wet and hooded figure walked into the nearly abandoned common room. The thick wooden door creaked as it shut out the storm.

A tall, barrel chested man stood behind the worn mahogany bar, eyeing the stranger. His arms looked like they could snap iron, his head, shaved bald, with chiseled jaw and high cheeks reminded the stranger of a statue. In his hands were a clean dishrag, and a ceramic mug. He placed the mug down on the countertop before him and nodded to the new arrival. “Well, come on in then. No need to be shy friend. Not that there is anyone here to be shy of...” He added, lowering his voice. “Still, I got a fire in the hearth and beer in the keg. A might bit better inside than out on a night like tonight.”

His keen golden irises watched as the stranger approached the bar, still covered by the wet cloak.  The bartender had been around and knew the shape of things. His new guest was female, of that much he was certain. But he made no effort to lower his guard for the woman, he knew first hand where that could get him. Instead, he offered her a charming smile, and a menu crudely written on a stained sheet of parchment attached to a plank of pine.

“Let me know what you want to drink and if you’d like something else to warm your belly.” He said, taking a few steps away from where she sat to give her a bit of space. When she made no move to begin a conversation, the bartender continued on his own. “Like I was saying, better to be in than out tonight. I don’t know if you’ve heard traveler, but there is a dragon stalking the Highmount Pass on the other side of the valley. Seems like he took up residence in the old abandoned tower that overlooks everything. I haven't seen him myself mind you, but there are enough rumors going about that I reckon there is some truth to them.”

The man shot his new patron a look, but he caught no reaction from under her cloak. Since it was a slow night already thanks to the storm, he went ahead and poured her a beer from the tap. He slid it down to her, and continued. “On the house.” He said with a wink. “Now, the dragon ain’t the only troubles we’ve been having. Seems like there is some kind of wizard or made wandering about sticking his nose into other people’s problems. Sure, he pays well for any kind of supplies he buys down in the village, but believe you me, I wouldn’t take any mana-users coin. It’s liable to disappear in the night. Or something worse...”

At that, the big man finally got a reaction.From underneath her heavy hood, the woman let out a little laugh...

Thank you for reading my fantasy prompt. I left it open ended because I am looking for a partner that wants to world-build while we roleplay. I would love it if we could incorporate some questing action and adventure along with our sexy smut. I have some ideas on where things could go from here, but I want to hear your ideas too! Please message me with who you want to play and where we should go from here, along with the usual kinks/limits. Can’t wait to see what our story has in store!