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Post by Hammett on Nov 4, 2022 7:51:41 GMT
"A pleasure to have you back, madam." He nods to Dirk, "And to have you join us. This way, please."
Conrad shows the pair to a table with a good view of the band, but not so close that they would have to shout to speak to each other. He takes their first order of drinks and passes it on to their waitress, before heading back to his post at the entrance.
A few moments later their drinks arrive at the table, quicker then they should given how busy the club is, someone must have made sure they would get special treatment this evening.
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Post by Maeve on Nov 4, 2022 11:35:27 GMT
"I'm fine thank you and yourself?" Maeve replies. "I think the last time I spotted you, you were tying to stick to the dark shades around the Courts."
She drinks from her glas.
"To me, you cause no discomfort or inconvenience. The other on board got quite nervous. But I think beeing here on Kasaba will make this up for them."
She tilts her head. "Your intention beeing a bit of fun. Hmm. Rumor says that you are a pirate. Some merchants trying to do buisiness with Kasfha complain about relocation of gods."
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Post by Dirk on Nov 4, 2022 18:11:22 GMT
Dirk orders a pint of rum and nods "I do stay to the shadows. That way I claim no one and no one claims me."
He grins "As far as rumors of piracy go I can neither confirm nor deny them. I am just a ship's captain pursuing a career in cargo relocation. It's a worthy pursuit for those brave enough."
Drink is drunk as soon as it comes. "So what is this place? I have never come across it before?"
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Post by Maeve on Nov 4, 2022 20:16:28 GMT
"No Claims. That is an illuison Dirk. You walk among the shadow. What ever your reason are to stay away from your right of blood, what ever reason your parent had or has not to stand up for you, even this binds you." Maeve shakes her had. "You like me can not stand in the shadow, not forever, we cast shadows."
She shurgs. "Call your choice of trade what you want. Amber Navy sooner or later will look out for you and will come to the Kasfhan water. Be carfull whose cargo you relocate. Do not misunderstand me I do not thread you, it is a warning. I have heard Ambers dungeon are not very comfy."
"I'm curious why you choose Kasfhan aside that it has no Golden Circle treaty. It is still inside the Golden Circle. Why do you not conduct your business far more deeper in shadow. Would be as profitable and exciting. Aside of course you want to step on someones toes on purpose." Maeve looks at you.
"Wormwoods is one of the best location for a good drink. A place with good music. They also serve some delicous nachos. Kasaba is outside of the Golden Circle and you are most time inside Kasfhan water." Maeve smiles. "It surprise me that you do not know about Kasaba. It is premium spot to sell relocated gods."
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Post by Dirk on Nov 5, 2022 1:11:56 GMT
"I take my goods out deeper in shadow closer to the place I call home. Kashfa is as good a place for my work as any other. I may be interested in tweaking someone's nose perhaps. It's not like my parental unit has a history of caring about their spawn.", Dirk runs his fingers through his hair.
"I am just keeping myself busy until life gets in the way. I know independence is a delusion. But it's a delusion I am fond of and would like to keep along with my delusion of adequacy. Is that too much to ask?" Dirk sounds wistful and little ambivalent about things. "What else should I do with my life? I am not cut out for stability and calm"
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Post by Maeve on Nov 5, 2022 8:02:18 GMT
"You walked the pattern. Consider that opportunity to be a gift from your parent."
"If you find out what to do with life aside staying out of trouble, send me a note. An insight like this could be literal life changing." Meave gives back.
"Be sure what ever path your life will take stability and calm will not be on the list. One way or the other someone with her or his own plans will come along and messes up your life. Especially with relatives at both end of reality."
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Post by Dirk on Nov 5, 2022 14:24:15 GMT
"I am trying to delay my adulthood as long as possible. I suppose." More drinking occurs.
"I will miss my days of freedom when they come to an end as we both know they will." Dirk thinks a moment and raises his glass "To princes, princesses and principalities. Can they leave us alone for just a wee bit longer?"
"How is life in the Courts treating you? It's been a bit since I was last there."
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Post by Maeve on Nov 5, 2022 15:54:47 GMT
"Calling piracy as an act to enjoy days of Freedom, interesting." Maeve comments, she hesitates as if she wants to add something but then shrugs her shoulders.
"I left the Courts maybe 2 month ago. Nothing new. King Swayvills health is fading, there were some accidents on the list of heirs."
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Post by Dirk on Nov 5, 2022 16:51:01 GMT
"It is freedom, our ability to walk shadows and take what we want. Add that to the scent of ocean air as a ship flies through the water... that is freedom." Dirk grins and flirts a bit to lighten the mood. He turns his head a little and puts an impish twinkle in his eyes as he watches you.
"It seems like things are afoot in the Courts that might mean it's dangerous for us of dual heritage to dwell there right now." Dirk stares into his drink.
"Time will tell if any of our choices are wise in the end." Dirk shakes his head and keeps drinking.
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Post by Hammett on Nov 5, 2022 19:40:13 GMT
The staff remain attentive, fetching new drinks or any food, if it is requested.
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Post by Dirk on Nov 5, 2022 20:07:01 GMT
Dirk orders the special of the day and more rum. Q) WHY IS THE RUM ALWAYS GONE? A) BECAUSE DIRK IS DRINKING IT.
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Post by Maeve on Nov 5, 2022 20:41:57 GMT
Maeve orders some nachos and a Tequila Sunrise.
"A fast ship a good wind, yes I know what you mean." Maeve replies.
"I can not say if the Courts have become more dangrous for those of dual heritage. Being from House Helgram, the worst that was directed at me was calling me Half-Blood. And that was a half-drunken Minobee whom I just politley had told that I would not dance the next waltz with him." She thinks a moment. "He actual was quite charming, but to drunken for a dance."
"To the abyss with choices. Wise or unwise."
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Post by Dirk on Nov 5, 2022 21:04:44 GMT
"Run away to shadow with me? You are so right. To the abyss with it all. I just want to be a regular guy you know?"
"I wonder what my parental unit thinks of me, if I am thought of at all. Any suggestions suggestions on what to do after a glorious career in piracy?"
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Post by Maeve on Nov 6, 2022 6:06:11 GMT
"I think the sentance >When you walk the pattern you get power of shadow< should have been a hint that the normal person thing is not an option." Maeve smiles.
"From >He is young< to >Throw him into the dungeon< everything is possilbe. And for career option, don't ask me."
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Post by Dirk on Nov 6, 2022 14:36:03 GMT
"Come to a tropical paradise with me? I would love some companionship while I consider options. I could teach naval silences and sailing lessons right? Coconut farming sounds good right now."
Dirk looks around the room as if staying in one place too long makes him nervous.
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