Though many students might prefer going to London, Maldon provides closer amenities for those without a car or unwilling to pay for a cab. Several pubs are available, though the Rose and Crown is notable for having been where Excalibur spent a good deal of their downtime. Also of note is the Plume Library, home to many rare books.
Ryan pulled the bike up in front of the pub, somewhat disappointed that the ride was over. "And here we are," he said, glancing over his shoulder with a grin. "So what do you think, do bikes and you mix?"
"Well, who knows," Ryan said. "Maybe this'll be my lucky year and I'll manage to not break anything. I hear that I'm more fun when I'm not stuck in a hospital bed."
"Well, we'll just have to see how big a check your mouth can write, then." Shit. Behave, Ryan. Even if you really, really, really want to just take this girl back to your room.
"Yeah, I guess we will." Rachel said "And I think a beer would help with that." Did he just proposition me? Yes, I think he did. This could be a very, very good night indeed.