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Jig · **02-12-2015, 07:12 PM**

Innitiative:
- Inessa
- Meiko

Day 1
The Goblet - Neneji's Estate
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Lalafell rolled his eyes while looking upon the insolent detective.
- "Well that's not really hard to deduce where one can get custom-made hat like that, Miss Hara. Someone of your position and profession should be able to get it herself, don't you think? Maybe you really don't. Let me enlighten you then. I ordered the hat at Weaver's Guild. It was made by Master Redolent Rose himself!" - if someone was insolent here, that certainly was Neneji.

Day 1
Ul'dah - The Gold Court
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The sultansoworn gazed upon Meiko as if she was insane. He blinked slowly thinking about an answer.
- "I'm sorry miss... No one passed here for at least an hour."
His answer was certainly honest and devastating altogether... was she just hearing voices? Or maybe she's paranoid? Probably just her imagination. As the Paladin turned to walk away, Meiko noticed something on the balcony's railing. A note pinned with a throwing knife. Meiko took the note.

What an asshole...

Inessa Hara · **02-12-2015, 07:44 PM**

"Right then. I guess I will be off then. A name and a place was all I needed. Good day Neji." She says exiting the small Dungeon and eventually the Mansion to head off to the Weavers guild.

However, as she walked towards the guild which took several hours, which it would be late afternoon by then, she contemplated about that prisoner.

'That sod of a noble is gonna kill the poor kid if he is allowed to beat him up. Not to mention he is a valuable piece to help the investigation. I will need to get him out of there.' She thought to herself. She was clearly planning to sneak into the mansion and free the man later that night.

HOURS LATER. . .

Inessa arrives at the Weavers guild. She talks to one of the people at the front desk, personally asking for Redolent Rose for his help regarding a recent theft.

Jaliqai · **02-12-2015, 11:19 PM**

No one, for hours? The woman's brows knitted as she examined the Sultansworn closely. Perhaps he was corrupted? Paid off to turn the other cheek? Yet the longer she looked at him, the more she suspected such wasn't the case. It appeared that he was telling the truth.
"... I see," she murmured, shaking her head. "Pardon my intrusion, then."

Turning, Meiko made to quit the Hustings Strip when something caught her attention from the corner of her eye. Redirecting her course once again, she pulled the throwing knife free from the railing and brought up the note to read.Â

As she had suspected, it was her mark.

She read the note several times, turning the words over and over in her mind. It was even more cryptic than the last, but it did ascertain one thing: Â this 'Flea' knew her identity, and would be actively watching her. This certainly put her at a disadvantage. Scowling, she folded the new note and stashed it away in a pocket, now turning her attention fully upon this knife.

Had he a purpose in leaving the knife with the note? Or was it simply for dramatic flare? The Flea hadn't pulled any stops when it came to the show thusfar, truly. But if it were a clue.. Her mind worked as she turned it over carefully in her hands, looking for any type of clue about its owner: Â the blade's newness and extent of use, type of material, any familiar craftsmans' style, or any particularly interesting embellishments.

Of course, it was probably just a boring ol' knife. Boo.

[ OOC:Â Want to make a check on the knife for clues before I proceed! cx ]

Jig · **02-13-2015, 08:29 AM**

Innitiative:
- Meiko

On hold:
- Inessa

Day 1
The Hustings Strip
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Meiko inspected the knife carefully. The blade was slightly curved on the tip giving it a swashbuckling feeling. The handle was wrapped in high-quality animal skin... hard to tell which one's skin it is at the first glance.

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Something was sticking out a bit, outside of handle wrapping. Another note? Meiko took it out and opened a folded piece of paper that was hidden in it.

Jaliqai · **02-13-2015, 10:07 AM**

The knife seemed to have a rather Lominsan feel to it in style, she noted. And the design itself was rather ostentatious. But it was the note sticking out of the handle was the most intriguing part of all. Stashing the knife in her belt for safe keeping, she studied the note.Â

Something hidden where it was least expected. What else needed to be checked? She thought it over before pulling out the other note again and strolling over to the nearest torch ensconced in the wall, holding both up flat in front of it.Â

Heat-sensitive ink, maybe? She had experience with it before, finding the location of a mark once with hidden messages scribbled onto a seemingly legitimate bill of sale during her days with the Dutiful Sisters. Perhaps that was what he had meant needed to be checked closer? Right now, she couldn't think of anything else in her possession that he could've been referring to.

Jig · **02-14-2015, 08:05 AM**

Innitiative:
- Meiko

On hold:
- Inessa

Day 1
The Hustings Strip

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On the other side of the note, appeared a message written in heat sensitive ink.

Meiko couldn't resist the feeling she's being mocked here... The Flea surely have cheeky sense of humor.

Jaliqai · **02-14-2015, 04:35 PM**

Meiko's upper lip pulled into a sneer at the 'message', letting out an annoyed 'hmph' as she crumpled the paper up and stuffed it away. Whoever this Flea was, when she found him, she was going to strangle him. Or at least consider it. Cheeky bastard.

Back to the drawing board it was, then.Â

At the moment, she couldn't rightly think of anything else to examine closer. So that clue, for the most part, was shelved. However, there was one other part to it that warranted attention. Thankfully, the closest Mail Moogle wasn't far away at all, nor was a linkpearl vendor. After having a chat with the latter and returning to the former, Meiko stopped to write out a note penned to one Fafonji Neneji, deliverable to the 22nd plot of the Goblet's 13th ward.

Along with the note was a small pouch, containing a linkpearl. The contents of the note read as follows:

Ser Neneji,

In searching to ascertain the identity of the 'Flea' with whom you've recently had conflict, I have come across a message warning that there are yet more objects that the man has set his sights upon. I write to you to warn that perhaps an increase in guard is in order. He did not name what he was after nor if you were even his target, however.

Should you have any further run-ins with the thief or know of others whom do, or if you have any pertinent information, please contact me via the linkpearl I have included in this message which reaches my ears only. I regret that I am unable to speak with you in person; however, in light of current information, long distance communication may perhaps be best. A flea might jump, but he cannot be in two places at once.

Rest assured that this thief will be apprehended in short order.

-- Amano

Meiko rolled her eyes softly as she re-read the letter before folding it neatly and handing it and the pearl over to the Moogle. The simpering, proper tone was quite unfitting for her. But if it were a haughty Monetarist with whom she was speaking, feigned reverence would suit her cause better than her typical no-nonsense approach. Ul'dahn elite didÂ like their coddling.

"See that this reaches Neneji's hands and no other. Not his guards, not his butlers - no one but him." She intoned flatly at the poor moogle. "Be alert. You may be trailed."

Once the note was handed over, Meiko's attention shifted again. Any potential communication with Neneji would have to wait, given this trailing. So until she made contact via the pearl, she would have to look elsewhere for clues. With that thought in mind, the woman started off deeper into the city, where the more 'high end' shops and guilds were located. Might as well see if she could make some rounds and find out anything about Neneji's recent or notable purchases.

Jig · **02-15-2015, 06:32 AM**

Innitiative:
- Meiko
- Inessa

Day 1
Ul'dah - The Gould Court
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As soon as t he Moogle flew away with the messa, Meiko made her way back to the gold court to do some investigation.

The Gold Court and the marketplace near it were of course the places where Ul'dahn elites liked to do their shopping, especially where it comes to extravagance. Several hours left when Meiko was wandering around the location, asking questions.

- No, I have no idea.
- A golden hat? Don't be ridiculous.
- What? Who would've wanted such thing?
- Lady? Are you insane?

That was no use. The concept of golden, jewelled hat was too much for people. They were probably right about that - this IS ridiculous. That actually made her wonder. Why would The Flea wanted to steal this in the first place? What made him do this much effort. Steal this and leave clues? What even were those clues? To where he hid his loot? Or his hideout? Hard to tell. Meiko took another glance at the first riddle, when she felt that her linkpearl went active. She'd pluck it in her ear to hear some schreechy and anoying voice.

"This is Fafonji Neneji speaking! I believe I have pleasure to speak with Miss Amano? Listen, I don't know what are you playing. There was a detective at my house a few hours ago on the same chase you are after I gave her some clues. I'm not really sure she's able to catch this filthy thief, so your message gave me some hope there's still some people competent enough to solve such case. I will tell you what she heard from me. She figured that location where I got the hat is the key, so I told her I bought it in Weaver's guild. It was custom made by Master Redolent Rose. That is all."

Weavers guild. Of course.

"And one more thing. Please don't be too curious, like Miss Hara there... Curiousity kills - as they say" - was that actually a threat? Nevertheless, Meiko made her way towards the Weaver's guild.

Day 1
Ul'dah - The Weaver's guild
Evening

The guild was about to be closed, but Meiko was lucky enough to make it in time before guildmembers started leaving. Thre were still some customers inside.
She saw a person - Miqo'te approaching her position. Could it be 'Miss Hara', Neneji mentioned about?

Jaliqai · **02-15-2015, 03:21 PM**

Nothing to show, for all that time spend wandering. It was a frustrating endeavor, but she persisted, nonetheless. After all, most deductive work was a lot of 'I don't know's until the lucky break, asking the right question to the right person. It would take more than this to discourage her, especially with such a large reward at stake.

The second the linkpearl started up, the woman stopped and listened closely. Good, at least this man wasn't so eccentric as to refuse to communicate with her. This made things quite easier. The news that someone else was after the gil too, however, made her scowl. Should've expected that, given the reward.

Though, that last line.. Don't be too curious? Being curious right now was her job. Unless that's what he wasn't referring to. Her eyes narrowed, going back to her earlier thoughts of the Flea's motivations. Perhaps there was something going on in the background - something that warranted further investigation, whether the man liked it or not.

"Understood," she replied. The threat didn't faze her, but she wasn't about to tell the man she was keen on going right against it. "I'll be in touch."

And off to the Weaver's Guild it was.

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The Weaver's Guild

Upon arriving at the guild, Meiko took a moment to stand back and make some observations, taking note of the faces present and the type of facility it was. Though as the miqo'te approached the counter, she couldn't help but overhear her ask for the Guildmaster. Lofting a brow, she turned to stroll right up next to her at the counter.

"Actually, I've come to speak with Master Redolent Rose about the same matter myself," She told the person behind the counter, before turning her head to look to Inessa. "Miss Hara, I presume?"

Inessa Hara · **02-15-2015, 05:22 PM**

Inessa turned to face the Hyur that began speaking to her. "Yeah, im Inessa. Im a little busy at the moment so if you came to offer me a job, it will have to wait."

Inessa a little too preoccupied on her own thoughts to be bothered with someone she did not know.

Admittedly, she had began to question the reason why the Noble had a prisoner locked up in his basement. Either he is misguided and picked up some random nobody informant on the street who might have known something, or there was more to this.

Either way, after speaking with the crafter who made the hat, she would need to get ready for tonight.

Jig · **02-16-2015, 10:25 AM**

Innitiative:
- Meiko
- Inessa

Day 1
Ul'dah - The Weaver's Guild
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The attendant who actually was a cute red-haired Miqo'te spoke to her two new customers:- "So sorry. Master Redolent Rose is not available right now. But I presume you are interested in his crafting? He certainly is a talented person. He does some wonders with a needle and thread. Maybe you would want to take a look at his other work and choose something from it? The prices can be high, but you will be satisfied for sure! Come with me!"
She started leading the invesitgators further inside the guildhouse, showing them some outstanding weaving. All done by Redolent Rose himself. Golden threads, jewels and other expensive additions. Certainly masterpieces. Soon after they approached some big, steel-supported door.
- "Well... wa can't go any further. Behind those doors are master's most precious work. He's the only person who has keys to this place." - girl pushed the door handle to demonstrate, they're locked.

The door opened.

- "See? Locked..." - Miqo'te opened her eyes in ave just to pass out.

Did someone unlocked them while master was absent...? That could cause some questions.

Inessa Hara · **02-16-2015, 01:26 PM**

((I fixed my last post because I did not know that the other person was a Hyur.Â Â xD))

Inessa's expression grew fairly alarmed. She grabbed the Miqo'te attendant and pulled her away from the partially opened doorway. Inessa, without saying a word, held her finger over her mouth as a visible sign to both of them to keep quiet while Inessa herself grabbed the grip of the longsword on her back. Not yet drawing it, she attempted to peer inside and see if there was anyone in there or something out of the ordinary.

Jaliqai · **02-16-2015, 01:44 PM**

Meiko quirked at eyebrow at the other's dismissive response. "On the contrary, I'm here on the same job you are." But she didn't push the matter. Hara didn't write her paycheck. No need to cozy up to her.

The hyur woman simply followed along quietly as the attendant took them to the store room, not bothering to correct her on her purpose. Rather, she was very much interested in scoping the place out. And just as anticipated, there was a whole array of expensive, flashy product on display.

She had barely managed to leave her own thoughts when the attendant started to demonstrate the secured door, only to have it swing open. Despite herself, a sardonic smirk took to her lips. Could've seen that coming from a mile away, coming from this cheeky 'Flea'. She stood back and watched as Inessa went into an alerted stance, her own features remaining as stone-like and inexpressive as ever.

"Likely just a cute little note on the other side. Maybe some missing pieces of product." She explained quietly. "Doesn't seem like this man's motive to be violent as much as playing a game with us." At least, she hoped not, knowing the man was keeping an eye on her. Regardless, her hands did fall subtly to her knives. Just in case.

Jig · **02-16-2015, 02:40 PM**

Innitiative:
- Meiko
- Inessa

Day 1
Ul'dah - The Weaver's Guild

Inessa peeked inside the dark room, letting some light through slightly opened door. Inside was some real fasion-trasury. Really expensive clothes, finished with gold, silver and platinum, along with jewels. In the center, on the floor, laid a golden top-hat with some red gems around the rack. It was just laying there, casually.
Was that it? Inessa lifted her eyebrow. Something was not right.

Meiko watched upon unconcious attendant before entering guild's fashion wault. Poor girl is so fired if Redolent Rose finds out...

Inessa Hara · **02-16-2015, 05:11 PM**

Inessa followed in right behind Meiko but kept an eye out for trouble. A dimly lit room was a perfectly bad way to get shot by someone waiting in ambush.

Noticing the top hat, Inessa walks over to it and and examines it carefully. A hat that matched the client's description in many ways was conveniently lying in the middle of the room may have been a trap. She places her hand on it, taking a mental note to not pick it up yet because it might be wired to a mechanical trap of some sort. Inessa decides to examine the area around the hat carefully as well as looking towards the ceiling to check if there were any open windows or ways the intruder could have broken in. it was unlikely that he would have came in through the front door, unless he had an invisibility spell of some sort or was using masks that would disguise the thief as one of the people who belonged there, similar to the case that Hildebrand and his bunch were involved in not long ago.

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