"Besides, we told that guy we'd be back," she points out, as they stroll out towards the edge of the market side street.

It really is a nice little town, and she enjoys looking around as they walk. They're not the only ones with spring fever, it seems; plenty of townsfolk are out and about, running errands and enjoying the sunshine. The bookstore is across the street from where they parked, and it's as cool and quiet inside as she remembered.

"Hey, man," says the cashier, looking up at the sound of the bell that rings when they come in. "How's Lord of the Rings treating you?"