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Baraiyrn Winsthanth "So we're supposed to pray here or some such?" Baraiyrn asked to nobody in particular.
Baraiyrn Winsthanth tapped on the Duskwight woman's shoulder. "So we're supposed to pray here?"
Eva Zelorius glances at the stone again for a moment, before turning to the roegadyn beside her.
Eva Zelorius "I've come here often to pray to the Spinner, aye... I feel closer to her, here... But this place also brings back some painful memories."
Eva Zelorius "But you may pray to Her, or to any of the Twelve wherever you feel They may best hear your words."
Baraiyrn Winsthanth nodded. "Oh, right! This is one of them rocks with the Twelve's carvings in em. I heard some tourists at my ma's snack stand talking about them before." He cleared his throat. "Never seen one up close before."
Baraiyrn Winsthanth yawns. "Looks.. shinier than a normal rock."
Eva Zelorius "They are scattered about Eorzea. It is a good pilgrimage to make, to visit each of them. I made it once, but... that was several years ago and.. things are quite different now."
Baraiyrn Winsthanth nodded. "I'm Baraiyrn, by the way. Iyrn for short. Or Bara, whichever."
Eva Zelorius "It's nice to meet you Baraiyrn. May the blessings of Nymeia, and all of the Twelve be with you."
Baraiyrn Winsthanth nodded. "My ma' runs a snack stand thing on Costa Del Sol."
Baraiyrn Winsthanth took a sidelong glance at the Duskwight woman's garb. "You some kinda nobility or something?"
Eva Zelorius "Just a priestess of Nymeia."
Baraiyrn Winsthanth looks surprised by her answer. "Makes sense why you'd be here then. And that's a nice lookin' outfit."
Baraiyrn Winsthanth rubbed his eyes with the base of his palms. "Well, I'd best get going. Nice meeting you."
Eva Zelorius bows her head politely, turning back to the stone.
Eva Zelorius "The Twelve go with you. If I'm out near Costa del Sol I'll see about looking your mother up if I find myself in need of snacks."
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Lottie Forsaidh "Baraiyrn?"
Baraiyrn Winsthanth "Hm?"
Lottie Forsaidh 's eyes skirt to a very familiar, ghostly looking Roegadyn.
Baraiyrn Winsthanth "Oh you're the um... the woman from the infirmary, right?"
Lottie Forsaidh seemed less flustered to know he at least had trousers on this time, "Yes. The one you asked you to leave for public indecency." A slow smile arrives.
Baraiyrn Winsthanth yawns. "Hey, I was wearin' a waistcloth - and uh... so you work there too? I'm new still, just got contracted a few days ago."
Lottie Forsaidh "Yes, I'm one of the menders who assist with the injured - it is a pleasure to meet you."
Baraiyrn Winsthanth bows in response to Lottie's bow, though it was clear he had no such formal training in etiquette. "You too."
Leanne Delphium tilts her head. "Humm. Well, I'm sure you will think of something, Mr. Nathan! Perhaps something in honor of Ms. Lottie? If that works somehow."
Lottie Forsaidh casts a curious glance over her shoulder, "Ah? What did I do?" She blinked.
Baraiyrn Winsthanth "So musta been a busy for you recently, huh? What with that one highlander, and then the other highlander fellow."
Leanne Delphium "Ah! Just...talking about inspirations still, Ms. Lottie!" she snickers, bowing to the Roe afterwards.
Lottie Forsaidh "Hm? That would be Caleb and Berrod - they had suffered injuries recently but I hear they are both improving in health."
Lottie Forsaidh casts a certain glance at Leanne, playful mostly. "Baraiyrn, may I introduce you to Nathan and Leanne?"
Baraiyrn Winsthanth "Should I bring 'em anything from the kitchen? You know, like soup or something?"
Nathan Telluride grins at Lottie. "The lovely witch would likely be at the very top of her healing game if I were not constantly insisting that she join me in music and wanderings."
Lottie Forsaidh 's smiles brightly, "You and Miss Leanne make it too difficult to resist such offers."
Lottie Forsaidh "If you feel it necessary; just keep in mind that they both have very large appetites and Ser Berrod has a strict diet of fatty foods."
Nathan Telluride nods. 'You're still going to duet with me, love. It's going to happen."
Leanne Delphium giggles, once more bowing her head. "Do not blame me, blame my harp...! Also, pleasure, sir...!"
Lottie Forsaidh "Leanne, Nathan - this is my fellow colleague, whom we apparently just hired a few days ago."
Baraiyrn Winsthanth "Bara -" He yawned. "Iyrn."
Nathan Telluride "A pleasure, sir, to see a man so comfortable with Limsan fashion."
Lottie Forsaidh "Maybe -too- comfortable."
Baraiyrn Winsthanth looks at Lottie. "Hey I grew up in these parts, I'll have you know."
Leanne Delphium chuckles. "Well, there's no problem in it, righty? Anyway, pleasure, once more! Name's Leanne, as Ms. Lottie said!"
Leanne Delphium "Seasoned Adventurer, and as Mr. Nathan likes to put, Hat Primal."
Lottie Forsaidh "One of the most well fashioned women I've met so far."
Nathan Telluride "We tried to find an airship sturdy enough to approach Miss Delphium's hat, and it was scattered to the winds, to be pulled apart by a horde of miffed Moogles."
Baraiyrn Winsthanth "Nice to meet you Leanne."
Leanne Delphium laughs bashfully. "See what I meant? But yes, a pleasure!"
Lottie Forsaidh throws a surprisingly charismatic wink at her.
Baraiyrn Winsthanth "So ah... do you both belong to the Agency too?"
Nathan Telluride purses his lips. "I do wonder if this unexpected, pleasant surprise is starting to form?"
Leanne Delphium giggles. "Ah, anyhow, may I detach myself from the ground. Gonna poke a sheep without shepherd."
Leanne Delphium "Wait, what?"
Nathan Telluride whistles. "Oh, nothing. But if you wish to socialize, Leanne, please so, and bring cheer to a wide circle."
Lottie Forsaidh blinked at her expression but smiled once she realized its meaning. "I -suppose-." She murmured curiously. "Just be sure to visit again soon!"
Lottie Forsaidh "Ah? Not precisely, Mister Baraiyrn. Nathan is a bard with a few colleagues and Leanne is a friend I've made during my excursions with him."
Baraiyrn Winsthanth "Well, it was nice to meet both of you. I'd best get back and prepare some food for the highlander fellows."
Lottie Forsaidh "Of course. Have a good evening."
Baraiyrn Winsthanth "Take care. And I'll see you at HQ or somethin, Lottie."
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Syrress Detilderan "That was a lovely performance Ms. Ciel. I enjoyed it greatly."
Ciel Sauveterre smiles at Syrress Detilderan.
Angora Khilo agrees wholeheartedly with Syrress Detilderan.
Ciel Sauveterre "Thank you, Miss Syrress. 'Tis a pleasure to be present for these events."
Syrress Detilderan smiled warmly at Ciel, bowing her head. "I look forward to attending others in the future." she said, smiling to both her and Angora before excusing herself. "Safe travels to you both on the return home."
Ciel Sauveterre bids farewell to Syrress Detilderan.
Jancis Milburga "Lady Syrress! Is good tiding you have you here."
Jancis Milburga "Thank you for coming. Is everyone well? My shoulder is as if nothing ever was amiss."
Syrress Detilderan "Tis good to see you again Jancis. That was simply lovely, and I enjoyed immensely. I do look forward to attending more in the future."
Jancis Milburga beams at Syrress. "That is good to hear. Shall be upon the isle next moon as well for the Navigator."
Syrress Detilderan bowed deeply to Jancis, smiling warmly as right herself. "I shall look forward to attending then. Twelve bless on your return journey home."
Jancis Milburga "Thank you. You as well. Travel safe and surely in good company."
Angora Khilo "It's good to see you again, Ms. Jancis."
Jancis Milburga bows to Angora, "Thank you for coming, Lady. Very honored to have you come all this way and to see you once more. All is well now I hope?"
Angora Khilo nods and taps her head. "Yes, Ma'am. All healed up."
Jancis Milburga "Wonderful, Lady Angora. Though your company is not one to not be thorough. Did you find anything in particular speak to you here?"
Angora Khilo thinks for a moment. "I did rather like all the stories tonight. The view from this spot helped set the mood as well. I'll have to visit here more often."
Jancis Milburga looks to Ciel as she speaks, "Your song was just right to start off a lovely celebration. You are truly inspiring."
Ciel Sauveterre smiles, "I didn't want to interrupt. And thank you, as always for hosting this. 'Tis always a joy to be a part of such happenings."
Angora Khilo looks up at the sky and sighs. "I'm afraid I must be off. Have a job to get back to. Thank you again for hosting this, Ms. Jancis."
Jancis Milburga "You are welcome. Travel safely."
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Bravaden Warder "That was quite a treat. Much better than the last ceremony I attended. Not that Thaliak's reception was poor, but there were some things I was concerned about."
Mikha Sunthistle stops short at the familiar, and not familiar, faces. "Hi!" he greets Caen, then looks to Bravaden. "Hello too! Wow, you must be hot in that armor, huh?"
Caen Macleod Mikha, greetings once again.
Caen Macleod this is an old acquaintance Bravaden Warder, and a new acquaintance ..Eligia was it?
Bravaden Warder "I offered my services a guard, but I found out they weren't needed. As for the heat, you'd be surprised how nice the breeze can feel. I will be out of it soon though. Be sure of that."
Mikha Sunthistle steps closer, grinning at that. "I bet it will. I'm glad they weren't needed." Then he holds out his hand to shake, "I'm Mikha, Mikha Sunthistle. How long did it take you to get used to fighting in armor?"
Bravaden Warder accept the hand with a firm shake "It took a good few years. You get used to it though, especially when the suit is made specifically for you."
Mikha Sunthistle ohs, then looks Bravaden up and down, checking out his armor at closer range. "Bet it cost a lot to get it made to you."Â Then he smiles as he goes on, sounding like he's admitting something, "I thought maybe you fought in the north. Your armor's pointy, like a dragoon's."
Bravaden Warder smirked at the mention of Dragoons "Well, I had some inspiration from them... and yes, I actually just got the suit today. I had saved up a good deal for it"
Caen Macleod touched the rock, then smiled.
Mikha Sunthistle 's eyes light up at mention dragoons were the inspiration for it -- he was right! The teen smiles again, "If anything ever tries to bite into you, they'll be sorry!" He glances around at the slowly thinning crowd, then back to him. "What kind of things do you usually guard?"
Bravaden Warder smirked "You're a curious one..." he chuckled though as he continued "I mostly do odd and end work for the Coral Sea. I was freelance about a month ago but they've been good about giving me more steady work. As for 'what' I guard, it really depends on the job. But I would say mostly shipments."
Mikha Sunthistle shrugs and nods that he's curious, still smiling. "I like learning about people. Everyone's interesting!" Then he blinks, looking surprised at who he works for. "Wow, I want to work for them, too!" His smile warms further. "I like everyone I met from there. I work real hard, so hopefully one day I can!"
Caen Macleod stayed quiet listening to their conversation.
Bravaden Warder shrugged "Well you've got to rub the right elbows I guess. That or wait for another one of their recruitment campaigns. I only knew about it because I saw a flyer."
Mikha Sunthistle nods, not looking daunted at all by that. "One day," he smiles. "It was really nice meeting you, hopefully I will again. I'm going to go find dinner now, I came straight from work, I'm starving! Stay safe, okay?"
Bravaden Warder nodded "You as well!"
Mikha Sunthistle gives him one last smile, then returns the bow. He gives Caen a smile and a wave, then heads up the hill.
Bravaden Warder looked to Caen "Did you speak to your friend?"
Caen Macleod hmmm
Caen Macleod well Warder, what say you?
Bravaden Warder looked to Caen oddly. "Hmm? And what do you mean, what say I? I just finished speaking to that young man and haven't even gotten a chance to get one of these 'parting' gifts everyone is snatching up."
Caen Macleod sorry, just making conversation.
Caen Macleod in any case.
Bravaden Warder "I'm not complaining, talking hasn't really been my strong suit either, but there are a lot of people from my free company here. I thought it would be a good chance to mingle with them, rather then just 'see' them."
Caen Macleod nodded.
Memeli Meli ME ME ME! Give me mine!
Bravaden Warder smirked as he could here Memeli's 'cries' from here. "That lalafell.."
Caen Macleod heh.
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Y'rhen Tia watches the two before he speaks. "You should go talk to them than."
Bravaden Warder bowed to Y'rhen "I should, but they're all rather preoccupied it would seem." A taunting grin came over his face "How goes your conquest?"
Y'rhen Tia faces turn slight read as he rubs the back of his neck."Haha...not well. Being really busy.."
Bravaden Warder gave the young miqo'te a thumbs up "You can't be idle, if you're going to win someone's affection, you need to go all in."
Y'rhen Tia waves his hands."Shhh our race has good ears!"
Bravaden Warder "Maybe she needs to hear."
Bravaden Warder smirked "Besides, I haven't said her name."
Y'rhen Tia looks back and then at Bravaden."You haven't...yet Braven. Can't rush these things, well I guess sometimes er...uh." rubs his head.
Bravaden Warder shook his head "Timing is everything, but don't assume you can approach the matter with one speed. Sometimes you need to play your hand, and not wait vainly for a better one."
Y'rhen Tia sighs and rubs the back of his neck." I get what you are saying." takes a deep breath. "I'll try..yes..er." nods."er Thanks Braven. See you back at the company house."
Bravaden Warder coughed and looked behind Y'rhen then coughed again. "They're here... why wait to be at the company house."
Y'rhen Tia cracks his neck and turns. "Right..
Bravaden Warder "Be bold, and go forward. If anything, you can always see it as an opportunity to gain more life experiences."
Y'rhen Tia nods." I got this."
Bravaden Warder smiles at Y'rhen then turns to Caen. "Sorry about that. Trying to help the poor lad out. What about you though? Surely you've been doing more then meandering about."
Caen Macleod went and said a prayer, *he smiled* and just watching over everyone.
Caen Macleod an adders work is never done you know.
Bravaden Warder "Well if the tales of the Spinner taught me anything, its that one can't hope for fate to carry them to their destination. They need to seek out their course if they wish to have a say in the matter."
Caen Macleod very true.
Bravaden Warder "As short and to the point as ever I see..."
Bravaden Warder sighed "Caen, I know neither of us are all that terribly gifted with socializing, but even I know how to carry on a conversation. What did you think the stories meant to you?"
Caen Macleod fate can be... interesting..
Caen Macleod you say most of these people here belong to your FC?
Bravaden Warder shrugged "Well I've seen many of them before. Some I've talked to, others I've just met really."
Caen Macleod ah I see, well, soon you should know them as your brothers and sisters in arms.
Caen Macleod hold on one moment.
Bravaden Warder "Maybe? I'm still- And sure."
Caen Macleod bows courteously to Eva Zelorius.
Eva Zelorius smiles at Caen Macleod.
Bravaden Warder smirked as he watched Caen meander back to the priestess.
Caen Macleod you did well, as always *he smirked*.
Caen Macleod oh my.. where are my manners.
Eva Zelorius tucks the bit of parchment into her belt pouch for safekeeping before turning to the stone again. Violet eyes look beyond, to the sea and scenery that lies behind.
Caen Macleod Warder, this is a good friend of mine Miss Eva Zelorious.
Eva Zelorius turns back, at the mention of her name.
Bravaden Warder nodded "Good to meet you ma'am. Your story was excellent"
Eva Zelorius "Thank you. It's nice to meet you as well. I'm glad you enjoyed the parable."
Caen Macleod oh, Eva?
Eva Zelorius looks to Caen, eyebrow arched inquisitively.
Caen Macleod do you mind if we go for a walk? I need to discuss some things about Crystalline with you.
Eva Zelorius "Matters concerning the company can wait until tomorrow. My place this eve is here."
Caen Macleod fair enough.
Eva Zelorius "Besides... Alex calls the shots. It may be better if you spoke with him directly, anyroad."
Caen Macleod I've nay seen him as of late... but your right.
Caen Macleod how have the Adders been treating you?
Eva Zelorius "Mmmh... it was easier when I was younger, with the Twin Adder.."
Caen Macleod if they give you any troubles let me know.
Caen Macleod I know you wish to do this on your own merits.
Eva Zelorius opens her mouth as if to protest, then simply nods, "If that should come to pass, you'll be the first with whom I speak."
Caen Macleod you'll do fine. *he smiled to her assuredly*.
Caen Macleod I've been... training again..trying to lose myself in meditation and drills.
Eva Zelorius gives a nod to Caen before turning around, the stone immediately behind her. And the view beyond.
Caen Macleod I suppose I should take my leave.. take care Eva.
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Caen Macleod patted his old friend on the back.
Caen Macleod Warder...
Bravaden Warder looked behind him "Hm?"
Caen Macleod I've got to go, the Adders are expecting me back.
Caen Macleod don't be a stranger .. alright?
Bravaden Warder nodded "Be well friend. We both work different schedules it seems, but when I see you I'll try to not be such a hermit." He laughed
Caen Macleod Likewise *he nodded and smiled*.
Bravaden Warder "You always seem a bit put off when she is brought up. You need to-" He paused as Leanne interjected
Leanne Delphium "Sorry for interrupting your chat...!"
Bravaden Warder sighed "I seem to always be unable to attend these things. You're fine by the way. Did I over hear you right? You'll be heading out soon?"
Leanne Delphium smiles. "Ello, Edda. Nice performance...!" she nods. "Could be a bard, someday...!" she snickers before regarding Brave. "Ah, yes, soonish enough...!"
Leanne Delphium "Just trying to say hello and bye to everyone...!"
Bravaden Warder "Shame that, I seem to always be otherwise occupied when you're off regaling people with your exploits."
Bravaden Warder laughed "Be well then ma'am."
Edda Eglantine "Thank you Leanne. Truly it means a lot coming from you"
Leanne Delphium smiles warmly, giving Edda a tight, quick hug. "No need to return the hug."
Leanne Delphium "Also, someday, Mr. Brave! Do not worry though, I didn't bring anything today...! Just heard. So you didn't lose anything."
Edda Eglantine smiles lightly. "It is hard to do when you surprise me with them so..."
Bravaden Warder nodded "good to hear ma'am."
Edda Eglantine sulks, very slightly. "Well, alright... I'm afraid I cannot linger long, but I must say I was hoping you would perform at the pilgrimage."
Bravaden Warder took a moment to regard Edda "Are you a part of Coral Sea? I'm still trying to get acquainted with everyone."
Edda Eglantine "I am, yes. ...I'm Edda."
Leanne Delphium sighs. "I'm afraid I'm not ready to speak about fate. My vision of it tend to be conflicting with what appears to be Nymeia's teachings."
Leanne Delphium "Or the traditional ones."
Leanne Delphium "I still need to learn.."
Bravaden Warder bowed at the hip "Bravaden Warder, most people call me Brave though."
Edda Eglantine "Brave, then. It is good to meet you." She looks back to Leanne sharply, almost intimidated. "I am sure you will learn quickly then, Leanne. I do miss your music."
Leanne Delphium giggles. "Hopefully! If anything, I'm always eager to learn!"
Leanne Delphium nods. "One of the reasons I love traveling."
Bravaden Warder nodded to Edda then turned to Leanne "You performed at Thaliak's event right? I'd have to say it was one of the better parts of his ceremony"
Leanne Delphium waves her hand with a embarrassed aura. "Ah, it was as good as all the others. Everyone gave their best in that pilgrimage." she giggles. "My personal favorite was Mr. Ojune's performance."
Edda Eglantine "Forgive me, I should be heading out. Pray take care you two."
Bravaden Warder scratched his head "I'm not familiar with that name... what was his performance regarding?"
Edda Eglantine looks at Leanne likes she wants to try and hug her but... figures she'd mess it up anyway.
Bravaden Warder looked to Edda and gave a bow "Good to meet you"
Leanne Delphium "I will be waiting that hug, Edda!"
Leanne Delphium "Are you familiar with Choose your own adventure books?"
Bravaden Warder "I have heard of stories that make you jump back and forth"
Leanne Delphium "Well, basically! Mr. Ojune made a story, and at certain points of it, you choose, or in that case, the crowd, get to choose the protagonist's path!"
Bravaden Warder "Ah! that does sound interesting. I was really hoping you weren't referencing the fellow who proposed in the middle of the ceremony. I'm all for expressing one's love, but there is a time and place. A "god's" ceremony is NOT one of them."
Bravaden Warder sighed "Everyone seemed to approve though, so I just excused myself."
Y'rhen Tia "It is a bit..if you think of it I guess...though are right."
Leanne Delphium "Aaaw...I've found it cute! Though..."
Leanne Delphium expressions darkens awfully fast.
Bravaden Warder looked at her oddly as she continued
Leanne Delphium shakes her head, a smile returning to her cheeks. "Do not mind me."
Leanne Delphium "People have the right of their opinions."
Bravaden Warder had a slack jaw expression as he shook his head "Oh no... you don't get to do that. You were going to say something. To withhold that information at the drop of a hat is cruel." He snickered "And we both know you're fond of hats. Dropping one is out of the question."
Leanne Delphium smiles with a sad expression. "Sorry Mr. Brave. But...tis is a information I feel at least for the moment is best not to be shared."
Bravaden Warder sighed "You're a cruel one Leanne, but I'll defer to your judgment. Just remember, as talented as you are at spinning a story, cliff hangers need answers." He rolled his shoulders, trying to not let the withheld information get to him. "So I am curious about you're lack of performance at this pilgrimage though..."
Bravaden Warder "Is there a reason for that?"
Bravaden Warder stretches next to Leanne Delphium.
Leanne Delphium "As I said...! I couldn't find myself able to spin a story, or weave a song for it...fate is a uncertain subject for me."
Bravaden Warder "I have a hard time believing that. Not saying you're lying, but perhaps you just haven't recognized the things happening around you as such. Fate has been pushing and pulling all of us lately, as an adventurer with such keen observation skills, I think you have a unique chance to tell us about such things."
Y'rhen Tia "We are your friends after all. We are a family."
Y'rhen Tia had a small drawing pad out pencil moving across the page as he stairs at the fireflies around them. He spoke that without much looking away from the intact.
Leanne Delphium purses her lips, deciding to stand face to face with Mr. Brave. "Mr. Brave, I shall ask a question for you. What is fate?"
Bravaden Warder smirked as the tables were turned back at him "Touché ma'am, if I had to define it on the spot, I'd say that Fate is the series of paths laid before us, our route changes depending on the choices and actions we make, but none the less there are some 'constants' that can't be avoided." He rubbed his chin idly "I don't know if that's the best answer for it... but it will suffice for now."
Leanne Delphium nods, her demeanor warm as always yet tinged with mild inquisitiveness. "I can respect this answer Mr. Brave. Not one I particularly like, but one you have the right to believe...you see, I'm mildly against the idea...that there's already several paths laid out in front of, just waiting to be picked up. And I can't exactly marry my thoughts with Nymeia's teachings and not be wholly satisfied." her serious expression breaks into her usual soft smile.
Y'rhen Tia the pencil stops on the paper. "mm control of your own fate huh?"
Leanne Delphium "That's why I couldn't sing, Mr. Brave. If I don't agree, or have a proper personal understanding of the Spinner teachings...it wouldn't be right for me to sing about her."
Bravaden Warder "An enemy of Fate? That almost sounds romantic Miss Leanne. I can appreciate your idea of being able to run your own course, but there is a certain safety in knowing that something was 'meant' to be. Leaving the Maelstrom... getting dismissed from Ishgard... finding my way into Coral Sea. If there was a reason I went through such hardships, it helps me bare them more easily. Perhaps it is just me making up excuses for my mistakes though."
Bravaden Warder he gave the miqo'te a melancholic smirk.
Y'rhen Tia the pencil draws along the paper his eyes keeping on the bug as it flits around. He stops and looks down at the picture and nods. Closes the pad and puts it into the bag.
Leanne Delphium out of nowhere produces a carnation, offering it to Brave. "It's not that I am an enemy of fate...I'm simply questioning what is fate." she snickers. "People may think that I'm wise, but I'm still learning about the world I live in." she nods. "But...I have to disagree with such approach, yes. One has to own for their mistakes, as I did for mine already."
Bravaden Warder looked at the Carnation and smiled "Well Miss Leanne, I can't just take such a gift without letting you have something in return... " He rifled through his bag and smirked "Here... take some of these whet stones. They might not be as beautiful as your gift, but I dare say your knives will be thankful for the proper care."
Y'rhen Tia laughs.
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Leanne Delphium smirks, taking the stones without a single double take. "I take care of my weapons very well, Mr. Brave, may I say!" she says with a playful holier than thou attitude. "But I shall accept your offerings. My weapons might be ple-"
Leanne Delphium starts flailing. "A-AH!"
Leanne Delphium "Ms. Shas!"
Shas Tarry smirks confidently at Leanne Delphium.
Leanne Delphium adjusts her hat!
Shas Tarry laughs softly. "Heya, Leanne. Sorry I cannae stick around, I'll see ye later."
Leanne Delphium sticks her tongue before waving with a giggle.
Bravaden Warder smirked at the woman's reaction to the 'foul play' . "Quite the popular one Miss Leanne. Anyroad, you had to go right? Here I am keeping you from whatever adventures await you."
Leanne Delphium looks to Jana. "Well, I owe someone food, yes." she looks to Brave. "Not quite the adventure, but hey, cheering up a friend is always nice...!"
Jana Ridah tries to smile, not quite succeeding. "You don't... Actually 'owe' me anything, Leanne."
Bravaden Warder "Good on you ma'am. I'll remember the flower fondly. As for myself, I could use a meal too. I'll leave you to your company." He nodded to Y'rhen knowingly as he made his way up the hill.
Y'rhen Tia I am following you.
Leanne Delphium "Those two made quite a friendship..."
Leanne Delphium giggles, happy so. "And I mean it as a expression, Jana, gosh."
Jana Ridah I can't say I was paying them any mind... It's good they got along, though.
Jana Ridah gives Leanne a dismissive shrug. "I meant it, though. You needn't feel obligated to me."
Leanne Delphium "Gah, continue like that and I will drag you to the Bismarck by the tail!"
Leanne Delphium frowns. That sort of frown. Jana would know.
Jana Ridah Y- You needn't drag me either! I will follow you willingly!
Jana Ridah winces slightly.
Leanne Delphium "Good! I can be pushy when necessary!"
Leanne Delphium smirks at Jana, just expecting her to follow. "Just inviting you for a good time, no need to excuse yourself."
Jana Ridah pauses to give Jancis a little bow, not expecting anything as she keeps following Leanne.
Leanne Delphium "Ms. Jancis! Sorry again for not taking part in the performances. It was very nice event though...thanks!"
Jancis Milburga beams at Leanne, "You are very welcome nonetheless. Shall have to have you sing another time!"
Leanne Delphium "I promise to be singing at Byregot's! I already have something in my mind!"
Leanne Delphium giggles happily.
Jancis Milburga lights up at Leanne's announcement, "He must be making something out of pure joy knowing that. You travel safe.. ah, well you always do."
Leanne Delphium "Kay, come on, Jana!"
Leanne Delphium "See you all!"
Jana Ridah doesn't say anything to Jancis as she turns back to Leanne.
Y'rhen Tia "Have a good dinner Leanne."
Jancis Milburga "Lord Bravaden. You stayed for many bells. Was it what you hoped for?"
Jancis Milburga smiles across at Y'rhen, leaning over to do so because Bravaden is Bravabig.
Y'rhen Tia bows his head." I enjoyed this. Thank you for having me."
Jancis Milburga "Always, Lord Y'rhen."
Bravaden Warder smiled as he bowed "Miss Milburga, this was much appreciated. I'm not as devout as I should be, but this was much needed. I'm curious about Azeyma... I pray to her often, but mostly because I feel she is the one who would help me in my goals. Has her pilgrimage already been done?"
Jancis Milburga shakes her head, pursing her lips in thought, "No.. no Her moon does herald the onset of autumn so it is moons away, actually."
Jancis Milburga "Would travel there with you regardless of the time of the Turn, though."
Bravaden Warder "Good to hear... I should try to learn more of her. To think I pray to her as a patron but know little of her other than she is 'the Warden' is causing me a great deal of shame. especially after taking part in this event."
Bravaden Warder bowed again "Try to remember we need the insight of the common man along with our prestigious Priestesses" He chuckled
Jancis Milburga "Azeyma would smile Herself surely for just the sake of your inquiry!"
Jancis Milburga repeats "Prestigious priestess" curiously. "Lady Eva has already departed. Forgive me."
Bravaden Warder nodded "Good to know... I feel somewhat of a hack with how little I know."
Y'rhen Tia looks up at the sky. "Its been really rainy today."
Jancis Milburga "but... I am no priestess. I am but a conjurer. I am trained for battle. I do serve the Admiral as well."
Bravaden Warder "Touché ma'am, still I do recognize you as an authority on the matter, far more than me anyroad."
Jancis Milburga "Well Azeyma favors inquiry, questioning and finding the meaning behind action. Deeper thought. I will do what I can to help in it, if you like."
Bravaden Warder seemed to brighten a little upon hearing what Azeyma favored. "Well now... maybe that fortuneteller over at Dragonhead wasn't leading me on. This Azeyma might be exactly the kind of guidance I need. What about you Miss Jancis? Surely you have a patron?"
Jancis Milburga brightens, "Yes. Yes I am quite guarded by Thaliak the Scholar. Were it not for Him to inspiring and to learn about more than what was in front of me... would surely not be here."
Bravaden Warder "That sounds like a story. Do I get to hear about this tale? Or maybe another time"
Y'rhen Tia blinks. "Religion is a strange thing..."
Jancis Milburga looks thoughtful for a minute. "Have my word I shall bring it up another time."
Bravaden Warder "Ok ok... I'll let it slide this time. Still, I can't help but be curious. So, how much longer are you going to stay out here? We aren't keeping you from getting dry?" He motioned about him
Jancis Milburga "How did you do that?!"
Bravaden Warder stopped "Oh come on... if I was going to be given some kind of magical power why would it be 'weather' control..."
Jancis Milburga "Well, ah, forgive me. Yes. Yes I wanted to make sure everyone left with good tidings and safely."
Bravaden Warder motions to the two Hyur women "Wait... do you two know each other?"
Jancis Milburga nods, "Yes, Lady Cliodhna was helping with cookies, and we have met many other times... ah... I still have failed to make haste on that dinner invitation."
Jancis Milburga sounds guilty at the end.
Cliodhna Eoghan Nods. "Yes you have Jancis...." Chuckling lightly. "It's alright, both Erik and Tellah have been pretty busy lately."
Cliodhna Eoghan It's hard for me to get dinner with them some days.
Bravaden Warder sighed with Jancis "I was invited to a ball AND knew about the wedding proposal, but still was unable to attend. Contract work can be a fickle mistress... even when it pays well."
Cliodhna Eoghan Makes a face at Bravaden. "He knew and he didn't tell me"
Jancis Milburga "Aww, dare say you deserve dinner with Lord Tellah more so."
Jancis Milburga stares at Bravaden, "You were privy to Sir Mynhier's plans?"
Cliodhna Eoghan Nako'li knew too
Bravaden Warder "Being a man of my word is important too ma'am. Tellah insisted I stay 'mum'. "
Cliodhna Eoghan Grumbles quietly to herself a bit.
Bravaden Warder nodded "Tellah told me, he was pretty pleased with himself to say the least. The old man spins a good tale AND knows all manner of stories and secr-"
Bravaden Warder realizes Clio is in earshot and immediately SHUTS UP
Cliodhna Eoghan ...
Cliodhna Eoghan Bravaden...It's been far too long since we've had a chat, hasn't it?
Cliodhna Eoghan Raises a brow.
Y'rhen Tia "Run Braven."
Bravaden Warder waves his hands in front of him "Oh no ma'am... I am certain that there is little for me to speak of. Just more of the same old boring caravan work and culling of beast populations..."
Bravaden Warder inched back slowly
Cliodhna Eoghan Is not buying it. "Are you sure? I know you and Tellah have had quite the long chats now and again..."
Bravaden Warder "I'm positive ma'am. He is a busy man, but he only tells me things about his glory days. Nothing more..."
Bravaden Warder sighs... he knows he is a bad liar
Cliodhna Eoghan "Alright.....I'll let it go for now." Still has a determined look on her features.
Bravaden Warder lets out a sigh of relief "Thank you ma'am, I promise if I knew of something that I felt you DID need to b-" He stopped and just looked back to Jancis "Excuse me. I should go before I dig this hole further. Will you be returning to the Still Shore soon?"
Jancis Milburga "I will try to make it there before Predawn. Is another task I must needs complete before the morn."
Bravaden Warder "Ah I see."
Jancis Milburga "You two walking back? Does Lady Cliodhna need escort?"
Cliodhna Eoghan Looks over to Jancis. "Oh no...I'll be alright."
Bravaden Warder gave a bow to Jancis then looked to Clio with open arms "A friendly hug before I-" He shook his head "Oh no no no.... I'm sure she'll be fine. She is a strong independent woman who does not need to around to grill me for information."
Cliodhna Eoghan Wiggles her fingers at Bravaden with a smirk. "We'll be in touch soon dear." Replies cheerfully.
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