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Post by Lorelei on May 13, 2021 1:26:19 GMT
Lorelei smiles and nods her head at the thanks. "Think nothing of it. Dorian is my cousin. As his wife, you are part of my extended family... Your strength will return in a day or two - your wounds were extensive and you spent a couple of days barely hanging on; that takes a lot out of you. Now, let's get you into something dry before you catch a chill."
Glancing down at herself, Lorelei say, "My wounds are not as numerous as yours were, but they are significantly deeper. It will take a little longer for my healing to finish, nothing to worry about..."
"As for the danger... Gerard fell in Kasaba. Come what may, it was my intent to retrieve his remains, if possible, and return them to Amber. With you seeking Dorian there, it means I will not need to make the trip alone..." .
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Post by Admin on May 13, 2021 4:02:43 GMT
Shelly stands and searches the room, stiffly and slowly as her muscles wake up from long rest.
"I guess my sword was lost in all the hubub. A shame, it was a wedding present from my father. Still, it did its job when needed."
Shelly is dressed and ready by the time Brian returns.
"Did you bring brandy?" he asks him, "I am dying for a drink. Cigarettes too."
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Post by Brian on May 13, 2021 11:10:37 GMT
Shelly stands and searches the room, stiffly and slowly as her muscles wake up from long rest. "I guess my sword was lost in all the hubub. A shame, it was a wedding present from my father. Still, it did its job when needed."Shelly is dressed and ready by the time Brian returns. "Did you bring brandy?" he asks him, "I am dying for a drink. Cigarettes too."He smiles at Shelly and smirks at Lor " Well good she didnt end up with gills." Returning his attention to Shelly " I'll see to that when we finish supplying our boat." Turning his attention back to Lor " I dont suppose you have an easy way to speak with your mother?"
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Post by Lorelei on May 13, 2021 18:26:03 GMT
"Just before we all gathered in Deiga that last time, I spoke to my Lady-in-waiting. She told me something big was happening in Rebman. Parts of the castle were restricted and the mirrors there shut down," Lorelei answers. "I can try to reach the Queen... failing that, my Lady-in-waiting could deliver the message that I am trying to reach her, and we wait for her to open a line of communication back through the mirrors," she says as she pulls a small familiar looking clamshell mirror from her belt-pouch... .
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Post by Brian on May 13, 2021 19:38:25 GMT
" Just before we all gathered in Deiga that last time, I spoke to my Lady-in-waiting. She told me something big was happening in Rebman. Parts of the castle were restricted and the mirrors there shut down," Lorelei answers. " I can try to reach the Queen... failing that, my Lady-in-waiting could deliver the message that I am trying to reach her, and we wait for her to open a line of communication back through the mirrors," she says as she pulls a small familiar looking clamshell mirror from her belt-pouch... . Brian frowns but nods to Lor's attempt. " I really wonder why my dear heart sent me out into this mess."
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Post by Lorelei on May 13, 2021 23:37:12 GMT
Lorelei focuses her power through the mirror, prepared to systematically check all the usual mirrors that the Queen was most likely to be near. If she cannot get through, she will attempt to reach Lady Beth instead... .
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Post by Admin on May 15, 2021 3:21:15 GMT
#s://i~ibb~co/m0mP1nk/Moire~jpg Lorelei finds her mother in one of the conference rooms. "Daughter. What do you want? I don't have much time." she says curtly.
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Post by Brian on May 15, 2021 3:43:05 GMT
#s://i~ibb~co/m0mP1nk/Moire~jpg Lorelei finds her mother in one of the conference rooms. "Daughter. What do you want? I don't have much time." she says curtly. " I apologise." I speak up from the distance. "I've followed the point of this spear with her and asked her for this service."
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Post by Admin on May 15, 2021 3:48:48 GMT
#s://i~ibb~co/m0mP1nk/Moire~jpg "Daughter, who is this upstart that speaks to the sovereign of Rebma so? You should cut out his tongue for such insolence."
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Post by Brian on May 15, 2021 3:53:16 GMT
#s://i~ibb~co/m0mP1nk/Moire~jpg "Daughter, who is this upstart that speaks to the sovereign of Rebma so? You should cut out his tongue for such insolence."" if we wish to go into pretentious behaviour we can but you said you were busy.I dont like to waste time.... I am Brian, High King of Ayalos. I've travelled with your daughter and asked her to connect me to you."
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Post by Lorelei on May 15, 2021 23:08:39 GMT
"Mother," Lorelei begins, "this man can move through Shadow without using the pathways or the Icon of Chaos. You know, as well as I, what this may imply... Introductions have been made, even if not in the traditional manner. I think we should hear what he has to say, and leave discussion of manners for another time." .
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Post by Brian on May 15, 2021 23:15:02 GMT
" Mother," Lorelei begins, " this man can move through Shadow without using the pathways or the Icon of Chaos. You know, as well as I, what this may imply... Introductions have been made, even if not in the traditional manner. I think we should hear what he has to say, and leave discussion of manners for another time." . I cock an eyebrow to Lor and turn to the queen. "I figured you are likely busy with what's going on and didn't want to waste time with formalities....if I am right there are problems where you are beyond the problems we have encountered in Deiga, Amber, and will soon be encountering in Kasba. " I crack my neck "And while I am not happy to be pulled into these web of events strung to Kolvir I will be less happy with the consequences of these events washing upon my shore. So as we have interests in common we should get to business." I glance back at Shelly and Lor before turning to the Queen.
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Post by Admin on May 16, 2021 3:42:39 GMT
#s://i~ibb~co/m0mP1nk/Moire~jpg "Even one as great as Prince Corwin knew enough to correctly supplicate himself to the Queen of Rebma.
"Ah, so the Witch's toy also claims to be a Prince of Amber? You will find me to be little impressed by that; it seems we have a steady stream of 'princes of Amber' coming through our realm, all treating us as a daycare.
"Wait -" her eyes narrow as she stares at Lorelei, "You're not about to tell me that he's knocked you up? I let you out for my sight for a few days, and look what happens."
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Post by Brian on May 16, 2021 3:54:34 GMT
#s://i~ibb~co/m0mP1nk/Moire~jpg "Even one as great as Prince Corwin knew enough to correctly supplicate himself to the Queen of Rebma.
"Ah, so the Witch's toy also claims to be a Prince of Amber? You will find me to be little impressed by that; it seems we have a steady stream of 'princes of Amber' coming through our realm, all treating us as a daycare.
"Wait -" her eyes narrow as she stares at Lorelei, "You're not about to tell me that he's knocked you up? I let you out for my sight for a few days, and look what happens.""I claimed no such thing she did." There is a cold tone to his voice before he laughs again. The laughter is hysterical at the last comment.
"Lords above and bellow. If I were to have done such a thing we would be having a different conversation. " I shake my head. "Again I thought you had work we needed to get done here. I thought time was at a premium. Time is the treasure that a ruler never has enough of when they need it.That is why I reached out to you. We can work together or we could work seperately and end up coming to the same place and being poorer for it. I'd rather we both end up working together without being poorer."
I fold my arms "I mean I could give you a whole lot of supplication and fluffery. And then you would see me as being dishonest.Because if I was doing so out of the blue in a time of crisis I would most definitely be so.I thought you would appreciate some one respecting your time." I bow briefly before continuing. "Then I apologize for thinking you would want me to respect your time.I would definitely came to you with fluffery if I bedded your daughter.I believe we have common problems. I believe it is in our interest to work in tandem to those common ends. If I am wrong then I will let you speak to your daughter in the manner that you are used to."
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Post by Lorelei on May 16, 2021 5:08:48 GMT
"Really Mother... after what happened with Morganthe... Isn't Martin enough of a reminder? I thought you would give me a little more credit than that." .
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