The Tavern

Lady Amarella · Posted: Thu Feb 05, 2009 4:37 pm Post subject:

It takes a few seconds to sink in. When I finally realize this is the Emperor, I can feel my jaw start to slip again. The emperor of Nocte looks like a jester? If I don't do something quick I AM going to laugh, if for no other reason than shear nervousness. I have never met royalty before, I am not noble enough.

Biting my tongue, I quick drop a curtsy. Not easy to do without a skirt, but I WAS raised a lady after all. "Your majesty! The pleasure is all mine!"

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Beanbaker · Posted: Thu Feb 05, 2009 5:04 pm Post subject:

I open the door panting. "Where have you been your Excellence? *Sigh* You know the captain will have my head for loosing sight of you." I look to Gerald and scratch his chin. "Looks you handle things very well. If you want to stay a bit, I'm pretty parched." I rub my fingers in the aged depression from where I used to slam GC down on to pay Schmall when he was a bartender. "Blessed tea, good sir."

Billgar · Posted: Thu Feb 05, 2009 5:29 pm Post subject:

As soon as bean makes his appearance, the emperor looks startled. Jumping up from his seat, he ignores the woman's greeting and sprints for the window. throwing the bird outside he jumps through after it, making his escape.

Archaic · Posted: Thu Feb 05, 2009 6:01 pm Post subject:

*Archaic heads towards the tavern and notices the emperor running away.*

*Archaic reaches into his pocket and pulls out his kiseru while jumping in the emperor's way and stopping him. Looking forward as he lights the pipe, a serious expression grows on his face.*

"As you may have noticed, recently I have been gathering an intelligence network to keep me informed of the actions int he kingdom. I'm sure you have the same thing going too, and it is probably a bit better than mine, but still I want to make sure you are aware of the actions of a certain follower of yours. It seems Jay has agreed to do a mission for Necar, and that does not go over very well with me."

*Archaic inhales the kiseru, holds it for a second and then makes a smoke ring before continuing, all the while never breaking his straight facing gaze.*

"The thing is he is too weak that Nosferatu wouldn't even consider calling him a snack, and will in fact just get frustrated with me for picking the fight. Do you know of anybody who will take that coward down, perhaps with the aide of my rusting greatsword?"
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Beanbaker · Posted: Thu Feb 05, 2009 7:16 pm Post subject:

I walk out (unsure of where my tea is) to hearing Archaic's voice. "Jayy huh? Good kid when I knew him, and he left for a while... I really hope that isn't true, perhaps he doesn't know the whole thing about Necar... well, I should stay out of it. Conflict of interest. I don't have your informants, but just keep me posted if you hear any more."

I look to the emperor. "You're a handful, you know that? You can stay if you want *I hold back from laughing* just... stay nearby! I like my head where it is."

Archaic · Posted: Thu Feb 05, 2009 7:54 pm Post subject:

*Archaic turns and sharply looks at Beanbaker with a murderous gaze.*

"You were the one whose word let Jay in, and you are thus the one who is partially responsible for this event. That's all I shall say for now, but heed my warning that if I catch you easedropping again, it will be the last thing you hear."

*Archaic walks past Beanbaker and makes his way into the tavern. Walking in he sees Koorlic and a new female face. Walking up to the bar, Archaic sits near Amarella and knocks on the counter to ask for his usual: a red wine.*

"Well this is odd to see a new face around here. So what brings you to the realm of Nocte eh?"
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Beanbaker · Posted: Thu Feb 05, 2009 8:08 pm Post subject:

I murmur, "Just concerned, jeez..." I change my mood to following the Emperor to wherever he goes. Before I leave, I grab the 5 GC I left on the bar and run back outside. Tea will have to wait.

Lady Amarella · Posted: Thu Feb 05, 2009 9:40 pm Post subject:

I am utterly bewildered as the Emperor flies out the window. Staring after him a bit I try to collect my thoughts. I knew royalty was allowed eccentricities but...was it something I said? I shake my head and sit down at the bar giving my attention to the man who has sat next to me.

"I am from Cadria," I say lighting up my cigar, "I had heard that women are allowed to be warriors here. I wish to learn the art of the sword. Um...do you know what that was about? Is the emperor going to be all right?"
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Archaic · Posted: Thu Feb 05, 2009 10:02 pm Post subject:

*Archaic looks around before looking at the woman.*

"That fool is just about as eccentric as they come, but he will also prove to be absolutely vital in regards to getting what you want here. But I am disappointed that you chose the way of the sword. There are so many different routes, I myself chose the route of assassination, and yet everybody just picks up a sword. Oh well, if you want you can have the greatsword I possess in my vault. Its upgraded a little, but its rusting due to its lack of use."

*Archaic picks up his glass of red wine and takes a sip before placing the glass down softly.*

"There is a catch however as nothing is free. You see, what I want you to do is go after the one called Itsjay, and I want you to slay him. My sources say he is holding a regular longsword and thus could still be a bit of a threat to you. At the same time, with the greatsword in your possession, you will also be a bit of a threat to him."

*Archaic picks the glass up once again and drinks the rest of the red wine before wiping his mouth.*

"So what's your choice?"
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Lady Amarella · Posted: Tue Feb 10, 2009 12:15 am Post subject:

I listen intently until he says "slay him". I choke a bit but mostly manage to swallow it down. I hope he didn't notice. I know I will have to kill someday. It is, after all, the path I have chosen. But mostly I desire to protect, not judge...

I do not want him to think that I am a silly girl who doesn't have what it takes. Maybe this Itsjay needs to be assassinated?

Keeping my eyes on the man I take too long a drag. My eyes waver and I look down at the bar. Trying to sound casual I say, "So why do you want this Itsjay killed so badly?"
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Archaic · Posted: Tue Feb 10, 2009 2:32 pm Post subject:

*Archaic takes out his kiseru, fills the bowl and begins to smoke from it.*

"Recently my informants have found out that he has chosen to help Necar, the enemy of Nocte and someone whom I have a personal grudge with. While I would gladly cut down any man of considerable strength, and trust me I have down my fair share of killing, Itsjay is too weak to even be considered a snack for Nosferatu and it would just be an insult. Plus, Koku would have my head for it. Thus I want someone more along his level, and with my blade, that person is you. However, if you don't want it we can just pretend this never happened."

*Archaic inhales and puffs out the smoke once more before emptying the bowl and waiting for the response.*
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Lady Amarella · Posted: Tue Feb 10, 2009 3:47 pm Post subject:

I visibly relax a bit and turn my eyes back to this man at my side. Maybe now I can use the excuse of displeasing Koku to bow out without looking weak.

"Weeell, when I left Cadria, I did not mean to return anytime soon. I came with the intention of embracing Nocte as my country. That does mean my loyalty is to Nocte now. But I don't understand. Why would Koku have your head? He does not care for people, but innocent things. I must know the answer to this as Koku has taken up the first part of my training. I would earn his respect, not his displeasure."
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Archaic · Posted: Tue Feb 10, 2009 5:34 pm Post subject:

"I peg you as the type that observes people and within but a few days feel as though you know a person. Koku is a mystery, but from what I understand of him, he also has 'pride' in his fights.. whatever that means. Therefore if he sees an unfair fight, to the victor goes his scythe."

*Archaic taps the counter once more and waits for an other glass of red wine.*

"As you are aware, I am an assassin and the kingdom's most blood hungry one at that. I can tell when somebody's blood pressure is rising and it enthralls me a little so for your sake I shall finish this next drink and then afterwords I shall make my leave, bringing the offer with me."

*Archaic takes a big swig of the drink and finishes half the glass before looking at Amarella with a frown on his face.*

"So what will it be there princess?"
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Lady Amarella · Posted: Tue Feb 10, 2009 9:00 pm Post subject:

"No, no, you misunderstand, I merely quoted what Koku told me himself in Validus." I frown into my glass, my feelings in turmoil.

"If it is as you say, that Koku only desires a fair fight to take this man down..."

About to choke again, I swallow hard. I don't feel ready to kill a man, but...but...

It's the 'princess' that does it. He thinks I am a silly girl. With resolve, I drain my glass.

I am petrified, but I look defiantly into his eyes, "I'll do it! I will rid this country of a traitor!"
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Koorlic · Posted: Wed Feb 11, 2009 1:26 am Post subject:

after watching things wind down a it make my leave and climb on to the roof and lay there staring at the clouds waiting for some excitement

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throw your glasses at the wall,
And good fortune to us all