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Sigurd Rainecourt Shorter than these usually run.
Reginald Ozrik "Still a bit long."
Reginald Ozrik "But, yes, lovely. Short."
Sigurd Rainecourt It was.
Reginald Ozrik 's fingers strayed over the buckles of his vest, toying with them. "Will you be offering prayers?"
Sigurd Rainecourt I'm not sure what the tradition for offerings is.
Reginald Ozrik "I'm sure someone will be able to help you with that." He pressed his lips into a line. "Not too formal in my religious practices, myself."
Sigurd Rainecourt I'm really devout to Thal. I don't know any of the other customs.
Reginald Ozrik "I am not shocked." He offered a faint chuckle, his hand drifting over the vest, gripping the sash now. "Will you be heading back soon, then?"
Sigurd Rainecourt Probably. I haven't been back to the house since yestersun.
Reginald Ozrik "I should head back soon as well. I have been out much of the day."
Sigurd Rainecourt Let's head back then.
Sigurd Rainecourt Do you want to offer prayers first?
Reginald Ozrik "I have some thing to do before I head back. I have some prayers to speak of."
Sigurd Rainecourt Do you want me to wait for you?
Reginald Ozrik "If you like, I would appreciate it."
Sigurd Rainecourt Certainly. I might make a prayer for guidance.
Reginald Ozrik looked back. "Perhaps we can enjoy a cookie while we wait." He turned and moved quickly to Iski.
Reginald Ozrik brushed a few crumbs from his lips, realizing something. He twisted his face into a face of mild disgust--he had not removed the paper from his cookie. To save face he just swallowed it.
Reginald Ozrik kept his eyes on Eva, doing all he could to remain patient.
Reginald Ozrik "We are to speak to you about prayers, is that right?"
O'jirho Tia raises his ears. "Hey," he says, sounding a tad peeved.
Reginald Ozrik looked to the miqo'te who he had just cut in front of and tried to ignore him.
O'jirho Tia has been standing here the whole time.
Eva Zelorius "Prayers, aye... or any number of other matters. I am a priestess of Nymeia, but I am also a counselor of sorts, and I suppose I wear many hats. What is on your mind, if I may ask?"
Reginald Ozrik stole another glance at O'jirho, hoping to get away with stealing his spot in line.
O'jirho Tia clears his throat, not seeming to notice said glance. "I was here before him, if that matters at all."
Reginald Ozrik "Yes, I ha--" He looked back to O'Jirho. "Oh, so terribly sorry. I did not notice you there."
Eva Zelorius "My apology. The roegadyn fellow kept talking and.. how may I help?"
Eva Zelorius flusters a bit, looking genuinely ashamed, her pale complexion pinkening slightly.
O'jirho Tia looks at Reginald incredulously. He seems like he's about to say something before Eva speaks up. He sighs a bit and turns to her, not quite making eye contact. "Just wanted to say thanks for the story. Didn't quite get it at first, but it got me thinking about my life." He keeps his voice rather low as if he doesn't want anyone else hearing this.
Reginald Ozrik pressed a hand to his face and closed his eyes. He waiting, trying so very hard to remain patient.
Eva Zelorius "Things... are not always as they seem. In this life we must sometimes realize that our thread is but one of many that weaves Her tapestry. It is difficult to accept, sometimes. There is a feeling of helplessness or powerlessness.. but... when we accept that all is as it is meant to be and put our faith in Her divine workings, there is great comfort in knowing that we are fulfilling our purpose, and that there is something much bigger out there than ourselves."
O'jirho Tia nods. "Mm. Can't have the good without the bad, I guess. That's--" He pauses and twitches his ear toward the dashing Lalafell and then clears his throat. "That's all I wanted to say, really. I'm not much of a pious person."
Eva Zelorius "Of course.. I am certain you have your place in Her pattern as well, and I pray that the colours of your thread bring joy and happiness to those that intertwine and intersect it. I'm glad you enjoyed the parable this eve, as well, and I thank you for the compliment."
Eva Zelorius "To you also. I apologize for overlooking you before."
O'jirho Tia shrugs. "Eh, no problem." He sniffs the air, searching for cookies.
Eva Zelorius bows her head once more before turning back to Reginald.
Reginald Ozrik looked up, his hand lowering from his face. He pressed the most charming smile he could muster over his lips. He offered a bow to each of them.
O'jirho Tia doesn't seem to notice the bow even though his eyes are about in the right direction. He goes to hunt for cookies.
Reginald Ozrik took a step in closer, eying the miqote--even though he deserved that shade.
Eva Zelorius "I'm sorry. I'm used to giving these parables to a much smaller crowd, and fewer questions and matters of discussion. Is there aught you wished to discuss?"
Reginald Ozrik waved his hand dismissively at her apology and managed a polite smile. "I was hoping to speak about finding your place within your fate. Understanding where and how one has been woven into the tapestry."
Eva Zelorius "Sometimes finding signs are easy. Sometimes... it can be a challenge. I have often wrestled myself with whether I am pulling too much against the way She directs my thread. It's easy to sense, usually. But... I've often wondered if mine experiences have been typical. Dreams and signs and aught..."
Reginald Ozrik touched a finger to the side of his nose as he listened to her speak. "Then how does one understand their place in the tapestry?" He looked back up to her.
Eva Zelorius "I believe that.. when you are fulfilling your destiny... your thread taking up its place in the Grand Design, there is a sort of peace and contentment in your heart. And when things are.. more in turmoil that chaos can be felt too. I am still learning to interpret and understand Her though, myself. We are - all of us - children looking up at the ugly underside of that same embroidery hoop..."
Reginald Ozrik gave her words some thought and dipped his head in understanding. "I see. Thank you. This gives me something to reflect on."
Eva Zelorius "I would be glad to talk further with you, if you ever wished. I'm sure Miss Jancis could direct you to me if you wanted. But personal reflection and prayer... I think that may help more, to look inside yourself and ask those tough questions."
Reginald Ozrik "I may seek you out again." He then offered a hand. "Reginald. It is a pleasure to meet you."
Eva Zelorius offers her own hand, "It has been nice to make your acquaintance this eve. I am Prioress Eva Zelorius.. though I suppose you already know that. And.. just 'Eva' is fine."
Eva Zelorius smiles softly as they shake hands.
Reginald Ozrik "Thank you and good eve."
Eva Zelorius bows her head politely at him, "Good eve to you as well. Thank you for coming out."
Reginald Ozrik "You waited," he sounded impressed. "Shall we head back--get out of this dreadful weather?"
Sigurd Rainecourt I swear it rains on any sun that ends in Y.
Reginald Ozrik laughs at Sigurd Rainecourt.
Reginald Ozrik "That is does."
Sigurd Rainecourt At least the cookie was good. You're supposed to eat it, right?
Reginald Ozrik "I believe so. I did."
Sigurd Rainecourt Good, because it's too late to change that. I didn't eat the fortune, though.
Reginald Ozrik chuckled and ran his hand through his hair. "Let's head back."
Sigurd Rainecourt Lets. I think my boots are sinking into the ground.
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