Cyph Kestrel Spills some beans Friday Night at Helga

Friday Night in the Landing – Cyph Kestrel is at Helga’s. And talks. And spills some beans… Leafiara shares the conversation:

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Category: Towns
Topic: Wehnimer’s Landing

Date: 02/18/2017 02:27 PM CST

From: LEAFIARA

Subj: Chatting the Night Away with Cyph

Our conversation with Cyph from last night! Having just said in another thread that editing down logs is a last resort for me… in this case I thought it was the only way to go because there were so many moving parts. Wild night of drinks, depression, metaphorical hauntedness, Rook discussion, budding romance (??), another sighting of Carenos, literal hauntedness with two ghost girls, and a situation that might be the last crisis Pup faces as mayor.

Highlights for what I thought were the key takeaways.

Cyph: A Case Study In Depression?

Cyph removes a glass of flaeshornberry wine from on a stained wooden bar.
Cyph renders a sharp salute with his flaeshornberry wine.
Cyph takes a drink from his flaeshornberry wine.
Speaking to Cyph, Shinann asks, “Any news on Sir Michol?”
Cyph says, “None.”
Cyph says, “But I have not truly asked.”
Cyph shrugs.
Cyph says, “It is matters better left to people more important than me.”
Cyph says, “Likenaimorai.”
Speaking to Cyph, Puptilian asks, “Your dad having issues with the knights in the outpost?”
Cyph says, “Or the captains, or the endless line of….”
Cyph shrugs.
Cyph waves his hand in a dismissive gesture.
Cyph says, “I do not think he is. I am not certain.”
Cyph says, “He was far too busy earlier.”
Puptilian whispers to the group, “Well it is late…he could have been drinking before coming here.”
Cyph says, “Which is quite alright. The company here is much better.”
Bekke says, “Perhaps you can help us by letting us know if you’ve seen a very tall blue eyed woman around the outpost lately.”
Bekke smiles at Cyph.
Cyph says, “He thirsts for blood, I thirst for…”
Cyph exclaims, “Well, this!”
Ysharra looks thoughtfully at Cyph.
Cyph takes a drink from his flaeshornberry wine.
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “That isn’t me.”
Cyph says, “My sister is tall and has blue eyes.”
Bekke asks, “Is she as tall as this woman?”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “Indeed. So you’re Cyph, then.”
Bekke points at Ysharra.
Ysharra nods at Cyph.
Cyph glances at Ysharra.
Cyph squints.
Cyph pushes himself away from the wooden bar and stands up.
Raelee whispers something to Bekke.
Cyph moves to stand in front of Ysharra.
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra asks, “Your sister married me off to you. Aren’t you thrilled?”
Ysharra leans on Cyph.
Cyph slowly circles Ysharra.
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “She’s made all the arrangements.”
Cyph shrugs.
Cyph says, “You are quite tall.”
Ysharra smiles begins to crack into her traditional smirk.
Cyph asks, “Did she?”
Cyph says, “Well, congratulations.”
Cyph says, “You’re marrying up.”
Cyph chuckles.
Cyph sits down at the wooden bar.
Ysharra says, “Indeed. Said it last weekend, I think.”
Ysharra says, “And I’m just having a bit of fun with my introduction, I’m sure he knows that.”
Speaking to Cyph, Shinann asks, “Do you speak elven, also?”
Puptilian whispers to the group, “Outpost came about 2 yrs ago now. Came from Hendor and is housing mostly Hendor knights and soldiers. Small as in about 120 to 150 people.”
Cyph looks over at Shinann and shakes his head.
Cyph says, “No I do not speak elven.”
Shinann says, “You sister is quite fluent.”
Shinann says, “Was just curious.”
Cyph says, “Yes, she probably knows a few by now.”
Cyph says, “She is father’s precious little…”
Cyph says, “Well, it will suit her well.”
Cyph says, “To know so much.”
Cyph says, “I have no need for it.”
Shinann asks, “Oh?”
Speaking to Cyph, Puptilian asks, “Not following your father’s footsteps into the Hall?”
Cyph says, “Of course I am.”
Cyph says, “We are Kestrels.”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “Besides, you didn’t even try to panic when I introduced myself as your betrothed.”
Cyph says, “We are the Hall.”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “No fun at all.”
Cyph says, “I have no need to panic.”
Cyph nods at Ysharra.
Bekke asks, “And what would you do otherwise, if given the opportunity?”
Ysharra says, “That’s what you think.”
Cyph says, “Our union would be splendid, for me. Likely disappointing, for you.”
Sareyna raises an eyebrow in Cyph’s direction.

Breaking: Dennet Bypasses Puptilian, Plots an Attack on the Rooks!
Son vs. Father?! Cyph Leaks Dennet’s Scheme!

Speaking to Cyph, Puptilian asks, “If you had your choice what would you want to do?”
Cyph says, “I am right where I should be.”
Sareyna says, “Oh do tell.”
Speaking neutrally to Cyph, Raelee says, “Everyone has the need to know as much as they are capable of, whether one seeks an academic posting or not.”
Cyph says, “Perhaps I will wield a sword and don armor soon enough, with the way my father is talking.”
Speaking to Cyph, Shinann asks, “Oh, what is he saying?”
Speaking to Cyph, Bekke says, “Perhaps you can do something other than sit in a tavern to get them to begin seeing you as Cyph, rather than seeing you as Kestrel’s son.”
Bekke shrugs at Cyph.
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra asks, “You’re not happy back home, are you?”
Cyph glances at Bekke.
Speaking to Cyph, Puptilian says, “Besides Hendor, we have two other Imperial Knights in the area. Nothing wrong with taking up arms to protect your home.”
Cyph says, “I do not mind home.”
Cyph nods at Ysharra.
Cyph says, “My father is pushing the soldiers, increased drills.”
Shinann raises an eyebrow in Cyph’s direction.
Puptilian sighs.
Cyph asks, “He, has not mentioned his plans?”
Cyph rubs his chin thoughtfully.
Shinann says, “No.”
Shinann says, “I do not think.”
Bekke mildly asks, “What plans are these?”
Shinann says, “Remind us.”
Cyph says, “Oh…excellent.”
Puptilian says, “I warned him, they are well trained. If he interferes with that he will cause more trouble then good.”
Cyph flashes a wide grin.
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “Well, he did take over after the captain went missing.”
Speaking to Puptilian, Brewslee says, “Mayor, that is a matter of opinion.”
Cyph says, “I believe he intends to organize offensive raids against the Brotherhood of Rooks along the tunnels of your town.”
Cyph says, “Burrow Channel, or something.”
Shinann glances at Puptilian.
Bekke asks, “Oh? Why?”
Cyph takes a drink from his red Vornavian wine.
Cyph takes a drink from his flaeshornberry wine.
Cyph looks rather relaxed.
Cyph says, “I wouldn’t have any idea.”
Cyph says, “Maybe Naimorai wants a cloak made of rook feathers.”
Cyph chuckles.
Cyph says, “And thus…”
Cyph snarls menacingly!
Cyph snaps, not snarls.
Speaking to Cyph, Puptilian says, “If he wants to do that, he needs to seek permision with the town before hand. We do not simply allow anyone to come here and cause trouble…good or bad.”
Cyph says, “It is done.”
Speaking to Cyph, Lylia says, “Oh, I rather doubt that. Those are not at all in fashion this season.”
Speaking to Cyph, Bekke says, “Perhaps you can listen more. I could teach you a thing or two about eavesdropping.”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra asks, “Why is it you want us to know this?”
Ysharra smiles at Cyph.
Cyph says, “I thought he would have told you.”
Cyph says, “Shame on him.”
Cyph says, “I guess his plans will not happen as he wished.”
Cyph says, “Tragic.”
Speaking to Cyph, Shinann asks, “So, he is experienced with battle and soldiers?”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “Perhaps he’s just making sure the soldiers hit their paces.”
Cyph looks over at Shinann and shakes his head.
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “Surely nothing worth mentioning to us.”
Puptilian says, “Thadston respected this town and did not do what he wanted. Sir Michol the same. If the Grand Magister thinks THAT will change now he is mistaken.”
Speaking dryly to Cyph, Raelee says, “That was some remarkably blatant sabotage.”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “Unless there’s something more about his intent with the Rooks that you haven’t told us yet.”
Cyph says, “Not at all, Magister.”
Cyph says, “I had assumed my father already informed the good people of Wehnimer’s Landing about his plans.”
Cyph says, “An honest mistake.”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “You are being honest, I think.”
Cyph says, “I will guard my words better next time perhaps.”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “The mistake part I am not so sold on.”
Cyph shrugs at Ysharra.
Cyph says, “I do not know his intentions.”
Speaking to Cyph, Puptilian says, “Going into and raiding a town without permission from its government is not a mistake.”
Cyph says, “Perhaps they have something he wants.”
Speaking in Elven, Ondreian comments, “They will go down into the darkness to die.”
Puptilian says, “No matter how good the intentions are.”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra asks, “Perhaps you’re hoping we’ll find out for you?”
Cyph says, “Nothing stops my father from collecting what he wants.”
Leafiara narrows her eyes.
Regwen whispers to the group, “Both his folks get what they want it seems.”
Sareyna says, “Collecting…i like that term.”
Speaking to Cyph, Tarali asks, “How be yer gran?”
Cyph says, “She is good, thank you.”
Cyph nods at Tarali.
Ondreian comments, “These troops will go down into the darkness to die, and your father will be lucky if they decide to stay content in their holes.”
Cotelle softly says, “Well, the Grand Magister does specialize in earth magic. It’s not impossible that he’d have more success against the Rooks in an underground battle than the many who have tried before–if I’m following.”

The Haunted–and Dangerous?–Cyph

Cyph offers Ysharra a bottle of red Vornavian wine.
Ysharra accepts Cyph’s red Vornavian wine.
Ysharra curtsies to Cyph.
Ysharra says, “Thank you. One of my favorites.”
Cyph says, “And you, are now one of mine.”
Cyph nods at Ysharra.
Cyph leans on Ysharra.
Ysharra begins chuckling at Cyph!
Ysharra says, “Cyph I don’t know if you’ve had enough wine to take on that much of a challenge.”
Ysharra winks at Cyph.
Speaking to Cyph, Bekke asks, “And what is it your father wants?”
Cyph suddenly recoils from Ysharra, his nose flaring at the scented perfume clinging to her. His eyes go wide, almost in horror, at something he seems to have remembered.
Cyph begins to twitch.
Cyph breaks out in a sweat.
Sareyna asks, “That bad?”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra asks, “Not fond of jasmine, are you?”
Cyph says, “That…”
Leafiara’s eyes narrow, and her expression darkens as she swiftly averts her gaze downward.
Cyph says, “I’m sorry.”
Helga nods to Cyph and says, “Here! And you better not spill it either!”
With a flurry of movements, Helga produces a glass of flaeshornberry wine and places it on the wooden bar.
Cyph removes a glass of flaeshornberry wine from on a stained wooden bar.
Cyph takes a drink from his flaeshornberry wine.
Cyph looks rather relaxed.
Cyph takes a drink from his flaeshornberry wine.
Cyph looks rather relaxed.
Shinann asks, “You do not like the scent?”
Cyph says, “No…no it’s fine.”
Cyph clenches his jaw.
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “You hand me wine from a shop a few blocks north of the place I got the perfume.”
Sareyna says, “Oh the horrors she smells like ..herself.”
Speaking to Cyph, Shinann asks, “How is your mother?”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “And here I thought you had no need tp panic.”
Cyph says, “I am fine.”
Cyph says, “Jasmine is fine. You are fine.”
Cyph says, “I am sorry.”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “Oh, I know I am.”
Ysharra says, “But here.”
Ysharra removes a ghostly pale moonstone bottle brushed with strokes of amber and silver from in her supple leather haversack.
Cyph says, “My mother was sick this morning.”
Cyph nods at Shinann.
Speaking to Ysharra, Sareyna says, “I have a plethora of perfumes on my person ..we can remedy that.”
Cyph says, “She is resting tonight.”
Ysharra pours a few drops of perfume from her pale moonstone bottle on herself.
Ysharra put a ghostly pale moonstone bottle brushed with strokes of amber and silver in her supple leather haversack.
Ysharra leans on Cyph.
Ysharra asks, “Better?”
Shinann says, “I am sorry. I heard she was getting better.”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “Not my preferred way of scaring someone off.”
Cyph says, “She does, and then she does not.”
Cyph nods at Shinann.
Leafiara understandingly says, “Oh, we’ve all been in that situation of illness–feeling better until we don’t.”
Shinann asks, “She still getting the treatments?”
Cyph says, “I do not know. Father handles all of that.”
Cyph says, “Sometimes Naimorai assists.”
Cyph says, “I would ruin it all, no doubt.”
Cyph says, “Too dangerous he says.”
Speaking to Cyph, Tarali says, “Why yeh say et like tha? I’m sure yer verrah capable.”
Cyph says, “I am merely repeating my father’s warnings.”
Cyph shrugs.
Cyph waves his hand in a dismissive gesture.
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “Are you all right, now? You still look like you could use a drink.”
Speaking to Cyph, Tarali says, “Maybe yeh should tell yer father tae..”She trails off and shakes her head.”… well dun listen tae him.”
Cyph stares into the golden pool of wine within his flask. He squints, as if he’s seeing something within. He looks away, painfully aware of something.
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra asks, “You know I saw that, right?”
Ysharra says, “I’m right here.”
Cyph says, “It’s fine.”
Regwen whispers to the group, “It was just a fly in his wine. We are at Helga’s.”
Cyph says, “Sometimes we are reminded of things we do not wish to remember.”
Ysharra says, “That’s not much of an answer.”
Cyph says, “Our lives are burdened by ghosts, but only if we so choose it.”
Ysharra asks, “Mm. That’s not really true, is it?”
Speaking in Elven, Rowmi quietly murmurs, “Sometimes it is better to remember.”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “We may be done with the past, but the past is never done with us.”
Regwen says, “And learn from the past.”
Cyph says, “It will be.”
Cyph nods.
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “We all have our stories that make us what we are. You just got reminded of yours.”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “By the way. I’m Ysharra. If we’re getting married you should probably know that.”
Speaking to Ysharra, Lylia says, “Oh, now you have taken all the mystery out of the relationship.”
Speaking to Lylia, Ysharra says, “Let me work my mojo, woman.”
Cyph nods at Ysharra.
Cyph says, “Well met again Ysharra.”
Cyph says, “My future bride.”
Cyph chuckles.
Bekke says, “So what was this about ghosts? I was distracted momentarily by that flash of cerulean.”
Ysharra asks, “Mhm, it is. PIck out the curtains yet, have you?”
Cyph says, “I shall have magnificent bands forged for us.”
Cyph nods at Ysharra.
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “Now you can tell me why you looked about ready to faint in your flask.”
Speaking to Ysharra, Bekke says, “Oh, you’re being courted? How lovely.”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra asks, “Seeing as how we’re going to wear some sort of…manacle, do you mean?”
Ysharra says, “I’m a little hazy on human customs.”
Cyph begins chuckling at Ysharra!
Cyph says, “I will show you along the way.”
Ysharra grins at Cyph.
Speaking to Ysharra, Tarali says, “Et’s a band fer yer finger.”
Cyph hiccups!
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra asks, “Along the way to where?”
Cyph says, “To our union.”
Ysharra says, “Oh, that.”
Regwen says, “To old age.”
Regwen nods sagely.
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “Here I thought you were about to own up to your little secret ghost.”
Cyph says, “I have no secrets.”
Tarali glances skeptically at Cyph.
Tarali says, “Every’un got secrets.”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “Your wife-to-be isn’t fooled.”
Cyph says, “It is a new beginning here. On the edge of the world.”
Speaking to Cyph, Sareyna says, “Secrets are fun though.”
Ysharra winks at Cyph.
Bekke mildly says, “And you’re sitting in a tavern.”
Cyph says, “So are you.”
Cyph shrugs at Bekke.
Kayse patiently suggests, “Perhaps he doesn’t wish to share them with people he hardly knows.”
Ysharra asks, “What’s that line?”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra asks, “Secrets wrapped in enigmas clothed in mystery?”
Cyph asks, “Do you all wish to relive your pain, right here, right now?”
Regwen says, “Not this night.”
Speaking to Cyph, Sareyna asks, “Pain can be fun too?”
Holoni darkly says, “I don’t want to relive my pain, i would rather keep it deep inside.”
Cyph nods at Brewslee.
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “I didn’t say that. I don’t think anyone did. You’re the one who came here and lost your grip over jasmine flowers.”
Ysharra smiles at Cyph.
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra asks, “Besides. When’s the last time someone asked?”
Bekke says, “Just put it in a box. Literal or proverbial, and move on.”
Sareyna says, “Stop fibbing this is your furtive secret hobby.”
Speaking simply to Ysharra, Kayse says, “Senses can trigger a memory involuntarily, it doesn’t mean people are ready to share because it happened.”
Tarali says, “Och! Leave tha’ lad be, he dun wannae confess et tae yeh, right here, right now.”
Speaking to Cyph, Tarali says, “Dunnae do any’thin yeh ain’ comfortable with… yeh dun know’d us.”

How is Drandea? …and a Carenos Cameo

Speaking curiously to Cyph, Kayse says, “Topic change. How is your grandmother? I haven’t seen her lately.”

A dark hooded figure walks in from the pub room nearby, his hood concealing all but several scars on his chin. His hand is on his belt, and he pauses for a moment as the size of the crowd seems to weigh on him. He orders briefly from Helga, his gnarled hand taking some a flagon of mead, and he departs swiftly, out into the street and into the night.

Ysharra glances at Helga.
Severine blinks.
Severine’s face turns slightly pale.
Cyph says, “My grandmother is wel.”
Cyph says, “Well.”
Severine glances at Leafiara.
Cyph says, “She says this place reminds her of home.”
Leafiara pulls Severine closer to herself.
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “She looked well last I saw her. And so did your sister.”
Cyph says, “Well, her first home.”
Ysharra asks, “Where’s that?”
A forest fox takes up a position of watchful wariness in front of Severine.
Cyph says, “Brisker’s Cove.”
Speaking distractedly to Cyph, Kayse says, “Tell her I have no forgotten that I owe her a tale.” Kayse’s gaze turns towards the swinging doors a moment. “I would be happy to tell it to her when she is about again.”
Cyph nods.
Cyph says, “I will certaintly tell her such.”
Ysharra asks, “Ah, Seareach, yes?”
Cyph nods at Ysharra.
Cyph wobbles, looking a bit faint.

How’s the Mother Doing? And Cyph’s Recap of When She Fell Ill

Speaking to Cyph, Sareyna asks, “Did your mother find the perfume pleasing?”
Cyph says, “I do not know.”
Cyph says, “I think so.”
Cyph says, “I haven’t seen her in days.”
Cyph clenches his jaw.
Sareyna says, “Why.”
Cyph says, “I’m too dan…”
Cyph shrugs.
Speaking softly to Cyph, Tearieyes asks, “Does that worry you?”
Sareyna asks, “Has she fallen more ill?”
Cyph says, “She’s well some days, and sick others.”
Cyph says, “It’s best I’m not distracting her.”
Bekke asks, “You’re not allowed to see her?”
Raelee quietly adds, “… one can stay within the walls of that Outpost and still avoid people for days, if one is so inclined…”
Ysharra asks, “Distract?”
Deckits asks, “Interesting.. and no idea where she goes?”
Cyph asks, “Where, who goes?”
Cyph says, “My mother does not go anywhere.”
Deckits says, “Ah.”
Speaking to Cyph, Regwen says, “Yer grandmother.”
Cyph says, “Oh. I have seen her today.”
Cyph nods at Regwen.
Speaking to Cyph, Tarali asks, “When did yer mother start feelin’ so poorly? If’in I might ask?”
Cyph says, “It was when we returned from Immuron.”
Stormyrain says, “I’ll go and pay them off, it will be fine.”
Rhayveign starts chortling.
Stormyrain waves her hand in a dismissive gesture.
Brewslee nods to the town guard.
Roblar nods.
Roblar nods.
Regwen grins at Stormyrain.
The mirror images surrounding Stormyrain undulate and grow stronger.
Stormyrain renews her songs.
Speaking to Stormyrain, Sareyna says, “No truer words spoken.”
Speaking to Stormyrain, Grauph says, “At least they were subtle about it.”
Tarali nods at Cyph.
Speaking to a town guard, Brewslee says, “The ale is good, yes.”
Cyph says, “About two months after we returned home. She and I had been in Immuron for a year and a half.”
Bekke asks, “Just the two of you?”
Speaking to Cyph, Tarali asks, “Any’thin out ah tha’ ordinary happen during tha’ time?”
Tarali asks, “Er when yeh were travelin?”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra asks, “Did your sister go on this trip, too?”
Cyph says, “We went to help Nonna, my grandfather had died.”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “I’m sorry if you said so earlier.”
Ysharra smiles at Cyph.
Cyph says, “She needed to mourn, and, she came back with us eventually.”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra says, “I’m sorry for your grandfather.”
Speaking to Cyph, Tarali says, “I’m sorreh fer yer loss.”
Speaking to Cyph, Shinann asks, “No one got sick but your mother, correct?”
Cyph says, “Correct.”
Cyph nods at Shinann.
Lylia quietly says, “I am sorry for the loss.”
Speaking to Cyph, Rhayveign asks, “What did yer grandfather die from?”
Cyph says, “I had never met the man.”
Cyph shrugs.
Tarali asks, “He were a Knight, aye?”
Cyph says, “He suffered a fatal injury in the tourney.”
Speaking to Cyph, Brewslee says, “My father visited there once. Told us about the Silver Well. Perhaps ye should make a wish.”
Cyph says, “They call it the Feats of Rallick’s Field.”
Roblar deeply says, “Aye.”
Roblar deeply says, “Heard dey av it but don’t us giants compete because afraid to lose often.”
Roblar nods sagely.
Cyph says, “But yes, only she got sick.”
Cyph nods at Shinann.
Cyph frowns.
Shinann asks, “Did you encounter anyone else that was ill?”
Cyph says, “No, no one else I know of.”
Cyph wobbles, looking a bit faint.
Cyph says, “I think I should sleep.”
Speaking to Cyph, Krampton asks, “So knowings your sister was last one seen with Michol and they were argueing. When you 2 were younger, did you every think to yerself, maybe I shouldn’t get into arguments with her or else I might end up missings?”
Cyph says, “I’ve had an awful cold lately too.”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra asks, “You know that passing out doesn’t count as rest, right?”
Cyph peers quizzically at Krampton.
Speaking to Cyph, Shinann says, “I think you need someone to walk back with you.”
Cyph says, “What is an absurd question, and borderline accusation.”
Cyph pushes himself away from the wooden bar and stands up.
Speaking to Cyph, Lylia says, “I hear the contagion has been making the rounds. Honey is good for the throat.”
Speaking to Cyph, Ysharra asks, “Do you have some tea, at the Outpost?”
Cyph says, “My future bride may escort me.”
Ysharra says, “Of course.”
Cyph joins Ysharra’s group.
Cyph says, “To the outpost, cupcake.”
Ysharra asks, “Ready, darling?”
Ysharra stares at Cyph.
Ysharra says, “Call me food again and it’ll be straight for a Spike.”
Cyph wobbles, looking a bit faint.
Cyph renders a sharp salute with his warm mulled wine.
Ysharra says, “All right, come on.”
Ysharra just slipped quietly through a set of swinging doors, with her group following closely.

Ghosts of the Past… Literally.

In the corner of the bar, the faint ethereal forms of two young girls appear, their haunting eyes staring at the door, before they fade out of sight.

Leafiara hesitantly says, “Please tell me that any of the rest of you saw that.”
Regwen says, “Maybe Cupcake can get some more information from him, or a tour.”
Severine nods at Leafiara.
Tarali says, “Nae I saw et.”
Tarali says, “Thems were ghosts.”
Tarali says, “Ah girls..”
Dergoatean says, “Just after the Kestrel fellow left, too.”
Tarali says, “Aye.”
Tarali says, “I saw’d et.”
Tearieyes softly says, “No wonder he drinks.”
Leafiara says, “A shame Maylan wasn’t about tonight–or Luxie.”
Leafiara says, “They might have thought to ask about the locket where the rest of us didn’t.”
Fionola says, “Ah nay be sure ah want tae ken tha’ every wan saw tha’.”
Fionola says, “Ah migh’ rather huv thaot ah imagined thaem.”
Speaking to Fionola, Tarali says, “Yeh dinnae.”
Lylia looks like she was about to say something to Fionola, but she hesitates, obviously having changed her mind.
Speaking to Ysharra, Sareyna says, “So ..cupcake is his innocence intact.”
Sareyna grins at Ysharra.
Speaking evenly to Fionola, Leafiara says, “I’d rather know the truth, whatever it might be.”
Leafiara quickly says, “Probably.”
Ysharra asks, “Did he have any to begin with?”
Ysharra asks, “And just how fast do you think that goes, my friend?”
Ysharra grins at Sareyna.
Ysharra asks, “I’ve been from the tavern perhaps five minutes?”
Shinann says, “His grandmother was looking for him a…”
Shinann clears her throat.
Shinann says, “Nght wife.”
Speaking to Ysharra, Sareyna says, “Welllll…he is a young man.”
Sareyna grins at Ysharra.
Shinann says, “That is what she called it.”
Ysharra asks, “Why jasmine?”
Lylia says, “I was wondering that as well.”
Fionola says, “Weel ah suppose we a’ kin guess at whit be hauntin’ th’ lad noo.”

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