“That is an unusual name for a tavern,” observed Tarim as they walked towards it. “Where did it come from?” It was Alander who answered. “The Boarsrush is the name generally given to the river by any who pass by as that is how it is known throughout the region. But for years uncounted the locals have called it the Oakwater for the simple reasoning of the forest comprising mainly of Oak woods, at least near the village. The "Arms" part does not mean arms in the bodily sense, but as in weaponry. For when we used to get raided and the village was less guarded this building was where the arms were stored. Hence "Arms of the Oakwater".”
Her father smiled while Zya said to Alander, “You will love to meet Gren, our cook. He delights in stories and I think you do too. You would have an excellent
