Oppel strut into The Broken Strings, desiring to quench his thirst. Upon entry he recognized immediately how word of this Tavern and Inn had spread across the land. It was a magnificent place, and Oppel had never been in it before. He considered it a shame that all of his visits to a tavern were made to either the Green Gryphon or the Inn in Taras, for this was simply beautiful.
The large, open room was masterfully decorated, and it was one of the most lavish places for simpletons that Oppel had ever been to. On the stage that formed the wall opposite of the entrance a sort-of show was being put on., or so it seemed. Rather, it looked as though several men and one woman who had had much too much to drink had discovered several harps, flutes, and tambourines and were attempting to mimic the wondrous bards of Imythess. However, it was difficult to tell whether or not these people were in fact lousy and performing, or if it was the ale that made it seem as though these performers were children picking up a musical instrument for the very first time. Still, they seemed to be having a good time, as did the patrons of the tavern, and that was all that mattered. Oppel smirked as he walked forward towards the centre of the tavern, unsure of where to sit.
"There is a spot over there if you wish." came a voice quickly as it passed by. Oppel turned around and caught the glance of the server girl who had just whisked by. Oppel mouthed a simple thank you and took a seat at the empty table that the server had motioned to. It was circular and covered with a purple tablecloth, with three empty seats in all. Oppel sat and turned his attention back towards the stage.
"Can I get you anything?" asked the server who had returned rather quickly. Oppel turned to her and replied, "I'll have your most exotic tea." The server nodded and turned away as Oppel returned his gaze to the stage, remarking the performers' excitemtent."Actually," he spoke as the server turned back around, "I'll have whatever it is they were having." He turned to the server again and smiled, and she simply nodded before turning back again and heading towards the bar.