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RE: A Midnight Walk. - Tobias Nightbringer - 11-12-2013
To some small chagrin, when Tobias allows the garnet to stay on the ground, he would have a moment of regret for letting it linger there a second too long. Yloise quickly capitalizes on his inaction and snatches up the rough, uncut gem back into her possession. It was a minor setback, though, as now more than ever, the evidence implicates directly towards her being the culprit on the roofs. He still was not entirely sure how he felt about this sudden revelation.
       Though he was no trained Gemologist, Tobias was at least familiar with the sight of what an uncut garnet looks like due to one of his vast repertoire of odd jobs; let alone the fact that he had already seen what it looks like when it was shown to him at the beginning of his contract. Perhaps he too was a bit disappointed that everything had come to an abrupt halt due to her jostling, which causes her shoulder bag to fall off. Though, there would be no inclination of a disappointed expression on his features if there was one. Orders were orders, and retrieving everything that might have been stolen was to take priority; regardless of how tempting it was to follow a more decadent path were it to present itself.
       Her eyes that dart rapidly here and there, brows that knit together in worry and contemplation, the thin layer of sweat that begins to appear, all tell-tale sign of a person guilty of something. That 'something' Tobias already knew, unless she was guilty of something else entirely, which he doubts is the case. He can already tell that her eyes dart to search each possible exit and escape route. After all, it was something he did previously, trying to think and predict a path of where she would have attempted to escape before she had most graciously presented herself again and had made his task that much easier.
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       Unfortunately for Yloise, Tobias still gives no inclination of his true goals to her, or at least none is given through reflections of dark, calm eyes. On the other hand, he would at least allude towards his true intentions of what he desires by a cooing of a deep dulcet tone that seems to be accentuated by a rumble that can be described as a throaty 'purr'.
       "A gentleman I have not been known to be in certain aspects. Can I be blamed with such...titillating performance?" despite how focused he seems to be on getting back what was taken, Tobias could not help but continue their little 'game' of cat and mouse, "Which I did so enjoy as you have rightly observed. But I wonder, had you still of done it, even if you did not take some form of enjoyment from it? But despite how much I admire your assets, I most certainly did not fail to notice your belongings falling about. With something of interest that caught my eye."
       Despite Yloise's hope, Tobias would stay very even and balanced in footing and center of attention. In response to her most confident smile she can muster along with the playful lip bite, Tobias knows he has to act very soon before she does; accordingly, Tobias moves in closer towards Yloise. He closes the gap between the two until they are barely ilms away from each other. "I believe you have given me enough to keep me sated. Not too much, nor too little. Just right." He looks up at her and adds in that velvety tone that is distinctly his, "And though I can think of far more enjoyable ways to make you perspire," he beams with poise and assertion while he continues, "I suppose this will have to do for now, aye?"
       Or, if she were to take flight from his approach, he is also prepared to follow suit. If she wants to give chase, he would gladly satisfy her. Anything more, however, would be up for negotiations at a later time. Whatever the case may be, he stays focused with a singular task: retrieve the stolen items.
RE: A Midnight Walk. - Yloise - 11-12-2013
Yloise immediately stopped her juggling game and gave Tobias a deadpanned look as he got extremely close. She was not uncomfortable, but yet highly aware of him being so intimately close and questioning her. She was at a loss for words. She was very certain that she was not followed, but yet, this man found her and she believed he was after the garnet as well.
She decided against fleeing. He was so close she could not get a good sucker punch before she was apprehended, nor able to distract him away from her with her words. Upon that thought, her face fell in disappointment. She knew she was not able to wiggle her way out of this situation. She looked down at the stone in her open hands and froze for a moment.
Every ilm of her being wanted to strike at him and run, flee and survive. She did enjoy the small amount of conversation that did go along with it, even as coy and full of confidence on his part. But she did not wish him to know this, after all he has her practically cornered, in the round room of the Gold Court.
The only option was to negotiate, and perhaps retain some amount of freedom. The prisons of Ul'dah were not pleasant at all, and she highly anticipated any deals not to go there. Looking defeated, and not lifting her eyes at all, she raised the stone in her hands in offering of peace to Tobias without a word. She had hoped that this might be the end of it, but on holding her breath in anticipation, she was a coward and would not fight and get away.
She waited for a response, gave a moment and looked up from her treasured item, and into those dark eyes of his, even if they were not at the same height The moments now seemed to go by slowly, the passers by would only see two people conversing and not notice anything out of the ordinary for Ul'dah going on.
RE: A Midnight Walk [[Now Open]] - Nirri - 11-12-2013
The noise of chainmail emits from one of the corridors leading in and from the Golden Court. Three individuals stepping into golden court with far to much noise either drunk or just loud in general - the center piece of the attention being a Miqo'te Seeker clad in the uniform of the Sultansworn most likely having just received it by the sounds of what his two female companions were giggling about.Â
"Oh. Land, tell us about the stories." one of them would say as her arm entangles his, even though any man would be amused or rather happy with the company of a female Miqo'te hanging at every word of his lips the Sultansworn seemed less then pleased almost frustrated as he shakes his head swiftly. "Ladies, neither am I a Nunh and I'm far from interested in the likes of you two." he'd respond with a rather commanding voice forcing him arm out of her grasp and makes some shoo-ish gestures as one does with a stalking pet without trying to piss it off to much.
A slap following almost immediately after his gestures. The two female companions hissing viciously at the Sultansworn Miqo'te before storming off most likely to find themselves a more willing victim to their need for attention and money. Completely unaware of Tobias and Yloise's affairs or even knowing of their presence he moves over to the fountain and dips his hands into it and splashes some of the water upon his neck and face.
RE: A Midnight Walk [[Now Open]] - Tobias Nightbringer - 11-13-2013
Twelve be damned.
       Tobias tightens the muscles of his jaw with a slight grind of his teeth at the sound of another that enters the Gold Court. Unlike the Miqo'te, that enters, Tobias was very much alert to his surroundings despite having his eyes on Yloise.Â
       Tobias means no ill-will towards the new-comer, unless the new-comer meant him harm, which was obviously not the case. However, despite his belief that whoever was there was not a threat, he no longer has the luxury of taking chances. For one, the Miqo'te was out of his peripheral vision. Secondly, Tobias knows that if given the chance, Yloise would be half way across Thanalan if he were to dare peek over his shoulder. So now, the Hyur's hand was ever so slightly forced.
       Tobias keeps his center of his attention on Yloise's eyes the entire length of her staring at the gem before gazing into his stare. He does not lose peripheral sight of the gem, noting both of her hands holding out the prize she so fairly stole. The seconds that pass seem agonizingly long, but in his mind, thoughts process near instantly.
       Unknown by the fountain. Splashing? Splashing. Not far but enough to cause no concern. Unless she strikes. She can still strike during attempts to lay hands. It would land flush lest I block and evade, that leaves the gem exposed and vulnerable for her to take. The unknown could move in. Ignore them. She runs, I give chase. Handle them. She runs, I still give chase. Lest I...Twelve.
       Tobias first slides his right foot back to prepare to fall into a defensive stance if need be but makes little other movement save for his rising hand now. The right hand raises cautiously and slowly, until finally the tips of his fingers touch not upon the garnet, but instead cups and conforms to the curve of her hands as she cradles the precious gem. His touch as soft as the skin of his fingertips that splay over both of her hands, obviously a contrast to someone who was aiming to apprehend a criminal. For now. Then, just as carefully, he brings up his left hand to place upon the top of the gem this time. His piercing stare never loses sight of her gaze all the while.
       During the entire process that might seem like some kind of ritual to any passerby, Tobias hopes that she would not be so bold to interrupt his movements until his hands rest where they need to be. If everything went without a hitch, he would then issue orders for her to follow in a tone that was commanding yet surprisingly mellow.
       "Slip your hands from mine. Slowly. Then step away and retrieve your bag. Please." As he speaks, he delicately thumbs the top of her hand, yet the focus in dark eyes still evident to the task at hand.
RE: A Midnight Walk [[Now Open]] - Yloise - 11-13-2013
Yloise's face brightened into a wicked grin upon hearing a loud slap from a passerby. She dared not to look but it did give her thoughts of a way out of this predicament. After hearing the Hyur's polite command, she looked over her shoulder at the Sultansworn. Her grip tightened but did not allow him to just take the stone from her now.
“Now why would I give up my stone to someone who looks like a commoner? You might be another thief trying to mug me.†Her voice started low and husky and as she finished her comment, she increased the volume of her voice to include anyone overhearing to hear the key words.
“Perhaps you should step away now, and let me be, or I will bring the guards down on you.†She watched Tobias with a winning smile. She knew she had an advantage now and did not wish to waste it. “Or maybe I should ask that Miqo'te to help me?†Yloise tilts her head in Landrenel's direction.
Yloise does not flinch, or give a inch to Tobias. This is now a fight that she possibly could win and get away. Her confidence returns with gusto, her eyes and smile stare at Tobias own deep eyes looking for answers.
RE: A Midnight Walk [[Now Open]] - Tobias Nightbringer - 11-14-2013
Through Yloise's words, Tobias discovers just who that person is. He was no accomplice of the Elezen woman, or someone that is going to aid her. At least not yet. It was merely a guard. Then, the unlikely, though not entirely unexpected path once he figures out the newcomer, is taken by the Elezen woman.
She is really playing that card?
       Ironically, this can turn very badly for her. In fact, he was about to give her an incredulous look as if saying, "Are you daft!?" or some other disbelieving look. Yet, he remains visibly unchanged. His gaze still even. His face placid without a hint of a grimace or a glare. Even his hands are unwavering, still
  "Takes a thief to know a thief, Lady Yloise." he is perhaps even more soft and bed-husky than hers if not at the very least throaty, yet not rasping either.
       Despite her renewed confidence and borderline arrogance, Tobias makes no change in his behavior. His own self-assurance was still displaced, but his eyes held something else. A seriousness perhaps? Or a sternness? One that was perceptive could tell it was more than either of those, but instead a hidden knowledge that also comes with a warning for her to take a moment to carefully think about the plan she was trying to devise.
  "If you beckon, no doubt they will come. Will you be certain that the guards do not fall upon you in my stead?" he still is even in timber, dulcet in tone. The volume of his words a stark contrast to her boisterous claim, instead still gentle as they were when he first gave her those polite orders.
       Maybe she would have acted differently if he were to tell her that he had no intentions to have her see the bars of Ul'dah's prison. After all, a desert rose should never be kept from the sun, but this may no longer be the case if the Miqo'te hears Yloise. Perhaps the Sultansworn would be entranced by her ample features and loveliness unlike when he was with whoever he was with earlier and thus, play into her hands. Perhaps he will just be stupid or foolish enough to believe whatever lie she spins. Or perhaps, she will just be masterful enough to finally escape with her prize intact. If Landrenel does
hear Yloise, then whatever happens will potentially be out of Tobias' hands.
RE: A Midnight Walk [[Now Open]] - Nirri - 11-15-2013
The Sultansword tilts his head abit as the water drips down from his neck onto the cold stone of the Golden Court floor. The only indication he had even heard anything of Yloise's words was his ears perched abit upwards - only after a few moments he'd straighten himself out and started moving in the direction of Tobias and Yloise. On closer inspection the only piece of his attire that resembled the Sultansword was his tunic, the rest of it just bits and pieces that looked worn by time and travel.
"Evening, are you two alright?" he'd ask them.
A certain elegance and care within the tone of his voice, as if he had no problem sounding as genuine as he did. With a light bend of his upper body he offered both of the individuals a bow in a way of greeting them with more then words. Two golden cross earings swinging at as they hung from his ears, reflecting a certain kind of wealth.
RE: A Midnight Walk [[Now Open]] - Yloise - 11-15-2013
Yloise was glad to have another attention upon her. She closed her hands around the gemstone and pulled it back towards her, out of Tobias' grip. She turned her head and smiled at the approaching Miqo'te. “Good evening to you, sir. Yes, it was just a small question of haggling, this man does not like what my sell price is. My fees for selling such a valuable item was above what he was willing to pay right now. I was hoping to get out of here without any delays but he seems to be angry at me for not complying with his idea of a payment.â€
She reaches down, bending at the waist to snatch up the discarded satchel and puts the gemstone away back inside as she lifts it onto her shoulder, she takes a step away from Tobias' reach, and a step closer to the other gentleman.
“My services are not free, I do work for a living. But I am not newly born to fall for someone trying to scam me out of a day's hard work!†She stamps her foot in anger, she gives a disapproving glance over her shoulder at Tobias.
“Oh my manners, please forgive me, I am Yloise Dolet, a traveling Goldsmith and Miner. Please to make your acquaintance mister...?†Yloise trails off her question, looking at Landrenel's face with a smile.
RE: A Midnight Walk [[Now Open]] - Tobias Nightbringer - 11-16-2013
Tobias makes no pull of protest or gives a look of disdain while Yloise speaks to the Sultansworn or puts the gem back into her shoulder bag. He remains silent and unmoved as she makes her little play. The only reaction Yloise would get from Tobias was when he briefly flashes a miniscule hint of a smile as she disapprovingly glances over at him. Perhaps the smile was meant for her, knowing what she was up to. Perhaps the smile was meant for himself, knowing that he could enjoy her 'company' of sorts as their game of cat and mouse could prolong a little more.
       Whatever the reason may be, Tobias made no attempts to outright destroy the facade. Logically, he knew what he has to do. What he should do. His mind insists he was still on duty or contract, which he acknowledges to himself full well. Despite the intelligence that protests him to do otherwise, pleasure prioritizes over business.
       Before the Miqo'te can answer and respond to that sweet smile the Elezen had, Tobias retorts quite coolly, "The only scam here would be to pay such an outrageous price for such a flawed gem, why," a pause of a breath so he can scoff incredulously, "the Wildwoods dig up better baubles by kicking the dirts of Gridania than what you have to offer in your so called 'hard days' work. A traveling Goldsmith and Miner indeed--for you have yet to find any that does not see the folly of your goods!" With that, Tobias revels in their sparring of words. He can only wonder at this point, if Landrenel would play into Yloise's words and ploy.
RE: A Midnight Walk [[Now Open]] - Nirri - 11-16-2013
At the mentioning of the fact she was one of the many goldsmith's within the city. Traveling or not, the light smile fades back into a faint grimace. "No suprise then. You goldsmith's always overprice.", he'd say with a sort of disapproving tone within his voice. His posture relaxing somewhat as the scene seemed less trouble then predicted at first.
"Look. If she isn't offering you a fair price go find some other goldsmith. There's always one with a lower price."
RE: A Midnight Walk [[Now Open]] - Yloise - 11-17-2013
Yloise shrugged at the advice and turned her back to Tobias. She knew she had gotten away with the deception. She held her new found treasure close to her and decided a casual exit is best in this instance. "Thank you mister, I did not catch your name? I do hope he considers your advice, even if it is not in my favor." She asked the Sultansworn.
Yloise fiddled with her bracelets and looked at the Miqo'te as if to size him up if things suddenly turned awry. She might get a few chops in but going against a Sultansworn would be a bad idea that she would have to exile herself from Ul'dah in the future. She did not want that, but if things happen, alas it was meant to be.
Yloise straightened her stance and brushed off her imaginary dust from her midnight dyed coatee, which was showing her shoulders and cleavage to anyone who had eyes in their head. Her shorts did not leave much to the imagination but provided support for her stockings that stopped just a few inches prior to them. She was dressed as a professional and hoped that the role would cover her plans, now changed due to having being seen by another fleeing with the gem.
Yloise thought about her next destination while she awaited her answer.
RE: A Midnight Walk [[Now Open]] - Tobias Nightbringer - 11-21-2013
Tobias parts his lips to make another statement, but instead of stating something else to continue their charade, he drops the proverbial 'bomb' onto the situation.
    "I apologize Sultansworn. I was hoping I could find amiable means to end this situation for the woman, but it seems that is now impossible," he makes a quiet exhale, "the woman before you is no Goldsmith. Or if she is, she is moonlighting as a thief. That gem, the Garnet, has been stolen from my employer."
    It would seem that the Hyur changes his mind on a whim about what to do with the happenings. At the start he seems to have wanted to continue the chase, but now he does otherwise. Perhaps he simply grew bored, or perhaps he felt that the situation would go into her favor and allow her to escape. Maybe his logical side finally won him over. Whatever the reason, he lays everything bare and uses as much information as he possibly can to once again trap and corner Yloise.
    "There are minor things stolen as well, but I would see what is in her bag to know what else she has stolen. Regardless of 'what', she steals from Ishgard, of all places to take from. I can assure you it would be wise to not allow relations between Ul'dah and Ishgard to...deteriorate due to something so petty as theft when I have to report that I had the culprit in my grasp, but a Sultansworn prevented me to complete my task. Or, I would more like to report a Sultansworn who was integral in part of retrieving my employer's lost goods."
    Tobias watches Yloise with expressionless eyes, his features blank again with no emotion betraying him as he speaks in a matter-of-fact inflection, "If you wish, we can take her back to the Quicksand where he stays now. You will know what I say is true."
    Tobias concludes his speech as he activates his linkpearl, "I will return shortly to the Quicksand with what has been lost." his eyes drift from Yloise over to Landrenel as he talks through the linkpearl, "No, the objective is nearly complete. Yes. As you command."
RE: A Midnight Walk [[Now Open]] - Yloise - 11-26-2013
Yloise's had enough of this facade. The man was not after her but yet the gemstone. She tensed for a moment, getting her bearings before acting what every fiber of her body was screaming, Flee!
She was not going to spend one night in a Ul'dah prison, she had hoped for a better future here, but that went out the window on Tobias' last words. She let her shoulder droop which was holding the bag up from falling to the ground. This little Hyur would not get Yloise!
After noticing a lengthy pause in the conversation between the Sultansworn and Tobias, she decided to give no reason to pursue her, she swung the bag up into the air and catapulted off her arm to go straight up. As Tobias' eyes watch at the sudden action, she gave a sweeping kick to his knees to get them to buckle. After that occurred, she swung around backwards to give him a swift but short punch to his ribs to complete the shocking pain that would stun him for a moment.
Tobias fell backwards upon his rear, and Yloise leapt gracefully over him like a Coeurl would to spring away.
She ran as fast as Elezenly possible, and left the Gold Court, springing through the alleyways into the Ul'dah crowds to disappear. She quickly vanished between a few Roegadyn merchants with wagons traveling through. There was no indication which direction she continued onward.
The goods however, fell with a plop onto Tobias' stomach spilling open, showing the taken sack intact with the treasured gemstone among it's contents.
RE: A Midnight Walk [[Now Open]] - Nirri - 11-26-2013
As the Elezen thief sprung into action, the sultansworn merely took a few steps backwards with a suprised expression. His right hand even releasing the hilt of the blade, "Right. She's fleeing." he muttered to himself. Only allowing his gaze to follow her for a moment or two before his attention fell back upon Tobias.
"Right. I'll take that back to the Goldsmith's." he'd say, a rather commanding tone taking form in his voice as his body arched forward to retrieve the open sack with the stolen merchandise from the man.
RE: A Midnight Walk [[Now Open]] - Tobias Nightbringer - 11-28-2013
It was a mistake that he knows better to have done. A list ditch effort from someone who was desperate for escape. A mere distraction that only a novice would fall for. Even as Tobias' eyes lifts up to follow the bag that Yloise flings up into the air, he was silently berating himself.
       Fortunately, the Hyur did not have long to bemoan his mistake as the inevitable strike from the burglar lands true. Twice. Before he can collapse entirely from the kick, her fist lands firmly against his rib; and what an impact it was! As a shock wave of pain cracks through his body instantly that Tobias likens to a small hammer or mace - which just happens to be in the shape of a light ash grey fist. The pleasant view of her cleavage bouncing did at least soften the blow so to speak, albeit slightly. It was a blow strong enough from the lean Elezen that sends the Midlander not only on his rear, but flat on his back.
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       Then, she was gone. Other than appreciating Yloise's ample breasts one last time, Tobias was still processing the rest of what happened before a slightly better prize was somewhat literally thrown his way.
       "Hukh!" the heavy bag drops unceremoniously onto his stomach before the garnet, wax stamp seal, and whatever else she had taken from his employer spills out around him.
       Tobias did at least hear Landrenel's command, though despite hearing it, he takes hold of the garnet while still lying on his back. He mutters with a winded breath, "You can take whatever else you find in the bag, but I do not believe those in Ishgard will approve of you giving their garnet to the Goldsmiths Guild."
       As Tobias attempts to sit up, he winces from a sharp sudden pang that streaks through him, originating from the point of impact where Yloise hit. So, he decides to just lay there. "Go to the Quicksand with me if you desire. Make sure my claim is true need be. Or take my pearl." makes another face of discomfort as he begins to slowly prop himself up on his elbows, "Twelve, she better not have broken anything."