“Okay guys, good job,” Matt said. “Everyone take a moment to pat each other on the back, take five experience points each, maybe have someone patch up Gessich’s wounds.” There was a collective sigh of relief at having solved the riddle. The celebration didn’t last long. Without warning, Matt exclaimed, “Now everyone do an Awareness check!”
Started, Flynn grabbed his dice, counted out the correct number, and threw them. One bounced off the table. As he leaned down to retrieve it, Tanya ruffled his hair quickly. It felt good and made his head go fuzzy for a moment. He temporarily forgot what was happening and only knew he was sad when she didn’t continue. Then he regained his senses and resumed his roll.