Raven's Ghost (2)

 Not yet back on the feet, 

Again, 

Raven landed on his seat. 

Firm pressure on the shoulder 

 Was enough 

 To get the message. 

So much 

For sure: 

Neither side would budge from 

Their demands. 

Even Coal Bone knew 

And did 

What he deemed best 

Not to test 

Their patience: 

"Bartender, go 

Get help. 

I won't leave 

 And make sure, 

 Your friend will rest." 

"Be right back!" 

And Crooked Smile went. 

Once sure, they won't be heard, 

Coal Bone said: 

"Don't dare ask, 

I wanted to see you 

And...Talk." 

"Talk? 

Raven snorted, 

That's all? 

Excuse me, 

He stood up, 

This can wait 

'Till after my nap, 

If it's all 

 That is." 

Coal Bone jumped into the way. 

"I want my dancing partner! 

 I want my Tiger! 

Now!" 

"I... did not kidnap 

That furball though. 

 Stray Dog..." 

"You work for him?" 

 "N- 

Yes, I do!"