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* Rhys walks in from the back, lighting the lamps as he goes. He unlocks the door with his silver key and returns behind the bar. "Hall's open." * Zoya enters and smiles at Rhys. "Good evening! How have you been, Rhys?" She seats herself at the bar. <Rhys> I've been well, Zoya, I hope you've been similarly fortunate. Can I get you some cider? * Vallel walks in, wearing a plain white shirt and black breeches. His gold earing glints in the light. <Rhys> Evening Vallel... that's a new look for you, isn't it? <Zoya> Yes, thank you. * Rhys pours Zoya some cider. * Vallel runs one hand over his short hair. "Which is? Can I get an ale, please?" * Zoya takes a sip of her cider and smiles at Val. "How are you doing?" <Vallel> ::grins at Zoya:: Much better, thank you. * Rhys looks quizzically at Vallel. "Excuse me for saying so, but I thought you were supposed to be abstaining from the strong stuff. Have things changed?" * Codex walks in an heads straight for the bar. <Zoya> I'm glad to hear it. * Vallel reaches in his pocket and pulls out a small piece of paper. * Codex climbs up a stool and takes a look around the Hall. "Good evening High Priestess Zoya." * Rhys reads the note. "All right, one ale coming up." He pours Vallel a mug of dark brown ale and sets it in front of him. <Zoya> ::nods to Codex:: Priest Codex. * Glossaria enters, hanging her cloak by the door as she juggles a plain, white, paper-wrapped package. * Vallel takes a sip of his ale. <Rhys> ::to Codex:: What can I get for you? You were slightly nondiscriminatory the last time I was serving, and I can't remember if you expressed any preferences. <Rhys> Evening, Glossaria. I hope you're well. <Vallel> Ah! Good evening, dear. ::smiles at Gloss:: * Glossaria nodding as she crosses to the bar. "Loads better, Master Rhys, thank you. Evening, love." She gives Vallel a chaste peck on the cheek. <Codex> Well I'm still attempting to try the house specialty. ::grins at Rhys:: <Rhys> That sounds easy enough. ::pulls on the golden-handled tap and pours Codex a mug of meade:: * Zoya leans against the bar and grins at Gloss and Val. * Vallel pulls a long face. "I got my mid-term examination papers back today." <Glossaria> And? ::peering at Vallel eagerly:: * Vallel grins suddenly. <Vallel> I passed! I get to move on to the intermediate levels. <Rhys> Congratulations, Vallel. That's quite an accomplishment. <Glossaria> Ooooooh! ::hugs Vallel tightly, nearly oversetting his mug of ale:: <Zoya> ::smiles:: Congratulations, Vallel. <Vallel> Thanks. ::grins down at Gloss:: Only two more years until I can journeyman. * Codex toasts Vallel, "Congratulations." Codex has a healthy drink of his meade. <Rhys> Glossaria, can I get you anything? * Glossaria kisses him soundly. "It will just fly by! Look how much you've already accomplished since you came! Rhys, this calls for a drink!" <Glossaria> Anything, as long as it has bubbles in it! ::smiling:: * Yb enters looking like a normal elf...Well a normal elf wandering around with a crystal staff. <Rhys> I'll interpret that generously, Glossaria, considering the unusual inventory here... ::pulls out a bottle of champagne, twists the cork out with a *pop*, and pours a flute for Glossaria:: * Zoya manages to restrain herself from audibly groaning at the appearance of Yb. * Codex sips his meade. <Glossaria> Thank you, Rhys! ::toasting Vallel and taking a sip, turning her head as she does so to find out what's wrong with her Mistress:: * Yb sees Vallel and rushes over to him, engulfing him in her embrace and drawing his head to her bosom, "Darling!" * Vallel spills his ale down Yb's back as she grabs him. * Rhys quietly sighs. * Yb musses Vallel's hair, "Where have you been darling? I've been looking all over for you." <Vallel> Um. ::coughs nervously:: Hello, Yb. <Glossaria> ::looks affronted, but cautious:: Yb, that's Vallel. *My* fiance. Marten's not here tonight. * Lisl enters, looking rather haggard, sleepy, and grey. * Yb blinks at Gloss a few times, "Fiance...But he told me..." * Zoya smirks, then waves to Lisl as she enters. <Glossaria> ::cocking her head to one side:: WHO told you, Yb? Look carefully-- that's Vallel, not Marten or Moon Dancer. * Tyl wanders in, looking dazed and confused. <Rhys> Evening, Tyl, watch the insanity pocket. Can I get you anything? * Yb shakes Vallel, "How could you lie to me like? How could you tell me that you loved me? And after we..." * Tyl wanders around Yb, sitting down at a table. She blinks owlishly at Lisl. * Lisl raises her hand somewhat half-heartedly to Zoya, shambling straight for the Bar. * Lisl blinks owlishly back. <Sabrina> ::there are a few light knocks at the door to the Hall and then it opens up a young woman stumbling in. She looks to be in her early 20ies, and has long auburn hair. She is rather homely looking and her clothes are torn and hanging lightly on her body. She takes 2 steps and crumbles to the floor.:: <Codex> Good evening Tyl. I think the report went over well, but it'll probably be a few days before they get back to me. <Rhys> Lisl, Tyl.... unconscious half-naked woman. Evening. <Tyl> Lisl... how nice to see you... Did I tell you I'm getting married? ::smiles and looks vague:: * Codex hops off his stool and wonders over to examine the stranger. * Rhys comes around the bar and gently shakes the unconscious stranger. "Miss? Miss, are you all right?" <Lisl> Kick, Rhys, hair of the dog that... well, you know. ::scrubbing her face with one hand and glancing over at Tyl:: Yes. You did. Then it was off. It's on again? 'Gratulations. Very happy for you. Rhys, where's that kick? <Codex> Congratulations Tyl. I was wondering if I was going to live long enough to see it. * Zoya looks somewhat concerned at the collapsing girl, but decides Codex and Rhys have things in hand. <Zoya> ::eyes Lisl:: What's wrong? <Rhys> ::over his shoulder:: If you feel up for it, Lisl, you can serve yourself. I seem to be a touch busy at the moment... * Yb continues to shake Vallel, "Tell me, how could you lie to me?" <Vallel> ::blinks:: Did I? * Sabrina blinks a few times and mumbles something about saving the green jars <Yb> Yes You Did!!! You told me you loved me and no other after we spent that passionate evening together! * Glossaria puts a hand on Yb's wrist. "Yb. Let GO of my fiance. I don't have the patience for this nonsense right now." * Rhys looks around. ::to Codex:: "You're a priest, right? Can you do something for her?" <Vallel> ::mutters under his breath:: Please, tell me I didn't... * Yb glances at Glossaria, then takes her hand before turning back to Vallel, "I forgive you. We'll share." <Vallel> ::counts backwards on his fingers:: No... no I'm pretty sure I would have remembered *that*... * Codex shrugs, "We'll see." Starts examining the stranger to determine the extent of her injuries. * Yb kisses Vallel while he's counting. * Lisl groans and lays her head on the counter with a soft "thump" and an "Ow." * Zoya puts a hand on Lisl's shoulder. "Lisl?" * Jelarthna practically floats in, a huge smile plastered seemingly permanently to his face. His clothes are fancy, but slightly rumpled, and he happily hangs his hat and cloak, and stops abruptly to look down at the crumpled stranger, Rhys, and Codex. * Vallel jerks back violently. * Tyl stops looking vague, gets up and sits next to Lisl. * Yb kisses Glossaria. * Sabrina opens her eyes and looks between Codex and Rhys but does not move or speak <Tyl> Are you all right? I was only kidding. Jel asked me, last week. <Lisl> Zoya. Feeling better? I'm not. <Zoya> I'm much better, Lisl. What's wrong? * Glossaria presses her lips together, takes a deep breath, and slaps Yb. * Vallel gapes at Yb, then groans, raising his hands to cover his face. <Rhys> Rhys's head snaps up. Yb, Glossaria, knock it off. Now. <Jelarthna> ermp? ::the smile can't entirely fade as Jel looks down:: Is she alright? <Lisl> ::still head-down on the counter:: "Hung over. Anyone get me a drink?" <Yb> ::Yb's eyes sparkle as she turns to Vallel, "Can I help break her?" * Tyl makes an athletic leap over the bar to land neatly behind it. "Here... I think I know where the 'kick is." <Rhys> ::to Codex:: Let me know if you need any help, I think I have other pressing matters to attend to. * Eljorin walks into the Hall, taking a few small steps inside as he removes his coat. He hangs his coat on a peg along the wall, and smiles at the bar. <Vallel> Um... I'd really appreciate it if you didn't. * Glossaria 's hair stands on end and her skin begins glowing a little as she builds up her wards. <Glossaria> Yb. Stay AWAY from MY man. * Codex takes his holy symbol in one hand and places the other on the strangers forehead whispering a brief prayer. <Vallel> ::mutters to himself:: I don't know if I should feel flattered or terrified. * Sabrina blinks again and tries to sit up * Eljorin smiles at everyone. "Well met and good evening, everyone. It's a wonderful night, isn't it?" * Rhys walks over to Yb, Glossaria, and Vallel, crosses his arms over his chest and stares at them. * Tyl pours a shot glass of some clear, slightly greasy looking liquid. "Here." Sniffs at the glass. "Yup, this is definitely it." * Yb pouts, "Can I at least watch?" <Jelarthna> ::looks less concern as the stranger stirs and grins up at Eljorin:: It *is*!! * Lisl rouses a bit, takes the shot glass, and downs it in one swallow. "Ahhhh. Better." * Lisl presses a hand to her head. <Zoya> ::eyes Lisl, half-concerned, half-amused.:: I don't think I've ever seen you hung over before. What on earth happened? <Tyl> ::waving to Eljorin:: Hello there, old friend! <Glossaria> ::sparing a half-glance for Rhys:: I'm not going to do anything if SHE doesn't do anything. * Codex looks up to see Eljorin, "Eljorin! Where have you been?!? Let me finish up here and we'll share some drinks." * Vallel appears to be resisting the urge to hide behind Gloss. <Jelarthna> ::grabs Eljorin's hand and pumps it a few times:: Good to see you! Congratulate me, I'm getting married! <Eljorin> ::looks over at Tyl, and smiles:: Tyl'gainia! Wonderful! A pleasure to see you!" ::he walks over to her, and gestures at the seat beside her:: "May I?" * Lisl shakes her head quickly. "I was a little depressed. That was fine. But then I had to go drinking with Xarroch. Mistake. BIG mistake. HUGE." <Zoya> ::laughs suddenly:: Yes, I imagine it was. <Lisl> ::squints at Tyl:: I thought we fixed that whole marriage problem for you. Or Xarroch did. Or... you're not dead? * Yb pulls at her hair, "Please Vallel darling?" * Rhys walks back around behind the bar, still keeping an eye on the Volatile Trio. <Tyl> ::grins at Lisl:: I'm not dead. And, while I must admit, I probably owe Loraan a long explanation, I'm going to marry Jelarthna. * Sabrina sits up shaking her head a bit and after a moment she tries to stand * Jelarthna pats Codex on the head and beam at the room at large as Tyl mentions his name <Codex> ::to the stranger:: How are you feeling? * Vallel gives up resisting and *does* hide behind Glossaria. * Codex absently swats Jel's hand away. <Glossaria> Yb. Listen to me. Vallel and I are engaged to be married. I love him. He loves me. If you want a boyfriend that badly, GET ONE OF YOUR OWN!" <Sabrina> ::glances at Codex and whispers:: My head hurts ::moves her arms and legs slightly:: but i think the rest of me is ok <Yb> But I did...And he LIED TO ME!!! ::points at Vallel:: <Lisl> ::wrinkling her eyebrows:: Zoya, does your apprentice really have to shout? Wait... so... Jel's not dead, either? * Jelarthna walks up to the bar and goes down the line, hugging everyone once <Codex> Why don't you have a seat and we'll get you something to drink. <Zoya> ::smiles:: They're both just fine, Lisl. And I'm fine, now that I've rested and replenished my reserves. Everyone's fine. <Glossaria> ::implacably:: He's a guy. Guys do that sometimes. So do girls, for that matter. ::with the sound of one being fair:: <Jelarthna> No, I'm certainly not dead, Lisl. I'm delighted, though. <Glossaria> When, precisely, did this happen, Yb? Can you remember details? Witnesses? Because I have a whole room of people who can testify for ME. <Yb> But he, we, but it was so WONDERFUL. <Vallel> Um... I am almost positive I have never lied to you, Yb. * Jelarthna even hugs Gloss, Val, and Yb, oblivious of their... discussion <Vallel> ::aside to Jelarthna:: Congratulations. <Yb> A week and a half ago on the Pleasure Island. <Jelarthna> Thanks! * Zoya smiles warmly at Jel. "Congratulations." <Vallel> ::blinks and stares at Yb:: <Glossaria> I think he would have remembered, don't you? You *are* pretty memorable, Yb. ::muttering aside to Vallel:: You didn't, did you? * Sabrina slowly stands and takes a few steps * Codex walks over to the bar, "Something light for our guest I think." <Vallel> ::mutters:: I'm pretty sure not... I *think* I would have remembered. <Lisl> ::sighs:: No thanks to me. But congratulations, you two. Glad you finally popped the question, Jel. * Jelarthna hugs Tyl last, lingering to kiss her happily, then stands close as he releases his fiance, still beaming happily * Rhys pours a mug of cold water. "Here. Try this for starters." * Yb grabs Vallel's arm, "Of course he did. You're just using some demonic enchantment to steal his heart away from me." <Tyl> ::looks at Lisl:: What are you talking about? <Glossaria> ::Gloss's voice goes ICE cold:: WHAT did you just say?? * Codex walks the mug back to the stranger, "Drink this." <Jelarthna> Rhys, your finest Arabellan Red, and everything tonight is on me! * Sabrina finally takes the time to look around at the people in the bar. She quietly takes a seat at one of the tables * Rhys fishes a bottle of wine out from under the counter and pours Jelarthna a goblet. "Congratulations, Jelarthna. Have you set a date?" <Vallel> ::gently trying to remove his arm from Yb's grasp:: Would it be really unmanly to say Help! Help! right about now? * Zoya eyes Glossaria, obviously considering interfering, but decides to hold off for now. <Jelarthna> ::smiles at Lisl:: So am I! * Sabrina takes the mug from Codex and smiles gratefully at him and takes a sip <Yb> Well it's obvious such a plain woman as yourself could never possibly capture a man without resorting to pacts with infernals. Therefore Vallel's mine. ::starts tugging on Vallel's arm:: <Jelarthna> ::shakes his head at Rhys:: Not yet, but I think we will, soon. <Glossaria> ::through clenched teeth:: GET YOUR GRABBY HANDS OFF OF HIM. NOW. <Rhys> ::absently, watching things on the other side of the room:: That's nice. * Vallel removes his arm from Yb's grasp, suddenly angry. <Vallel> Don't you insult Glossaria like that! * Jelarthna happily sips the wine, closing his eyes to savor the taste fully * Yb starts to tremble and her eyes fill with tears, "You mean you'd really chose her over me?" * Tyl glances over at Gloss, Yb and Vallel. * Sabrina s gaze is drawn to th people yelling. She shrinks back slightly * Lisl looks up, coming a little more back to herself and glancing over at the Terrible Trio. "What's going on?" <Vallel> In a heartbeat. ::takes Gloss's hand:: * Zoya mutters to Lisl. "Yb's in the room. Do you really need to know more?" * Glossaria flashes Vallel a grateful smile. <Tyl> I'm not quite sure. Something loud, I imagine. <Lisl> ::muttering back:: Yeah, but... I don't think I've ever heard Gloss yell like that. When did she get all angry and me-like? * Yb wails, "How could you take advantage of my innocence like that?" <Zoya> ::grins tightly at Lisl:: Just stop me from taking her head off. <Lisl> Innocence. This from the woman who tried to feel ME up once. <Zoya> ::resolutely turning back to the bar and taking a swig of cider:: This is why I try to ignore her whenever possible. <Vallel> Me? Take advantage of you? ::laughs:: I don't think that's possible, Yb. * Sabrina drinks the rest of the liquid in her mug and slowly carries it back up to the bar being careful to stay away from the bulk of the people <Tyl> ::looks over at the stranger:: Good evening, Miss. Are you feeling better? Codex is a good cleric (most of the time). * Yb collapses to the floor wailing, "Wah! Now he says I'm a tramp!" <Jelarthna> ::sighs happily and seems to settle a little bit and look around, mouth still quirked up a little:: Hmm? Something going on? * Vallel covers his face with his hands and shakes his head. <Rhys> ::to the stranger:: Evening, Miss. My name's Rhys, and I'm tending bar tonight. Can I get you something? <Tyl> ::smiling up at Jelarthna:: Nothing to worry about. I hope. * Sabrina glances to Rhys and holds the mug to him and whispers "This was good" <Jelarthna> ::kneels down and pokes Yb:: C'mon, Yb. Have some wine and congratulate me on my engagement with Tyl. ::smiling widely again:: * Rhys takes the mug and refills it with water. "Here you go. Let me know if you need anything else." <Glossaria> ::muttering:: Like the way you've been acting proves any differently? * Yb jumps up and grabs Tyl's hands, "You'll share won't you?" <Glossaria> ::rolls her eyes:: You see? * Sabrina nods to him and then starts to turn. She stops and turns back to Rhys and whispers "My name is Sabrina" She offers him a soft smile <Tyl> Um... no? ::looks over at Jelarthna:: <Sabrina> ::softly:: Thank you for the drink <Rhys> Very nice to meet you Sabrina, and you're welcome. <Yb> WAH!!! <Jelarthna> ::smiles:: Sorry Yb, I'm a one-Tyl kind of elf. Have a glass of wine and be happy for us, though! ::encouragingly * Zoya stonily ignores Yb and turns to Lisl with somewhat forced gaiety. "So have you been drinking with Xarroch for almost a week straight, then?" <Yb> WAH!!! * Sabrina goes back to the table she was sitting at and sits again * Vallel looks vaguely relieved and gently escorts Gloss to a far corner of the room, away from the wailing Yb. * Codex climbs into a chair at Sabrina's table, "So what happened to you?" * Jelarthna grins at Vallel and Glossaria * Sabrina looks at codex for a moment before whispering "My house was attacked. A ummm mage I guess in an attempt to help me sent me through a portal and I ended up here" <Jelarthna> ::laughs a little at Zoya's words:: You've been drinking with Xarroch all week, Lisl? <Tyl> ::blinks at Lisl:: It's a wonder you can still walk. <Codex> Where are you from? <Lisl> Well... ::frowning a tad fuzzily:: No. I drank with him for... umm... two days? Day and a half? I know there was a night in there somewhere, maybe two... ::shakes head and regrets it:: Anyway, after that I was just drinking to get rid of the hangover. <Sabrina> ::softly:: Aristel <Tyl> I don't think that works too well. Why were you drinking with Xarroch in the first place? Not that Xarroch's not a perfectly nice guy or anything... <Glossaria> Oh! ::looks at her package, sitting forgotten by Lisl's elbow:: I was so upset at Yb, I forgot to give Jelarthna his present! ::looking anxiously at Vallel:: You didn't... sleep with her, did you? I really don't want you getting pregnant by her.... * Vallel chokes on his ale. * Yb hops up onto a stool and produces a piece of paper and a pencil and begins writing. <Jelarthna> ::pats Lisl on the shoulder:: I hope you feel better soon so I can apologize to you, then. ::smile turns a bit rueful:: <Lisl> Well, it got rid of the headache. ::frowning:: Kept coming back, though. Damn healing factor.... <Lisl> Apologize? Wha' for? <Glossaria> ::solicitously:: Are you alright, dear? <Codex> Anyone ever heard of Aristel? <Vallel> I... ::looks into his empty glass:: I'm pretty sure I didn't. I only remember the two girls, and I'm almost positive neither of them are her. <Jelarthna> Errr.. ::falters a little:: For.. um.. hurting you. When I was.. ::waves his hand a little:: not right. * Lisl waves her hand at him. "Not your fault. Just frustrating that I couldn't get past you and that damn pigsticker of yours..." Hmphs. * Sabrina drains her mug once more and looks up at Rhys at the bar, then to Codex and back to the bar. She sets the mug down on the table in front of her <Jelarthna> Well I really appreciate you not doing anything to me, my friend. And in an odd way, I appreciate your biting Tyl, that actually helped me quite a bit. ::grins over at Tyl:: * Yb picks up her staff and begins examining it carefully, periodically jotting something down on her paper. <Glossaria> ::patting Vallel comfortingly on the shoulder:: Well, we should know in a few months, anyway, and then we can figure it out. I won't desert you love. Just let me give this to Jel, alright? * Zoya considers Codex's question. "Aristel... I know an Aristan, and an Aristellia, but I don't think I know an Aristel." * Jelarthna looks up at Yb drawing for a moment, then smiles and glances over at Glossaria as he hears his name <Jelarthna> Yes, Glossaria? ::smiling happily and sampling some more of the wine:: <Lisl> Glad to hear it. ::sounding glum:: I rather wish I *had* ignored the foils of conscience and nailed you a good one, though. I could've taken her out, I know I could... * Codex turns to Sabrina, "I'm afraid you're along way from home." * Glossaria smiles brightly and waves Jel over to the table. * Rhys gestures to Sabrina and her mug, a questioning look on his face. * Tyl rubs her rear end, somewhat less thrilled. <Glossaria> I have something for you! <Lisl> ::giving Tyl a Look:: Well, it was bite you or bite him, and I was pretty sure which one was the safer for all concerned. <Jelarthna> ::laughs and hugs Lisl and Tyl, giving each a little peck on the cheek:: I can guess how tough it was for you, I owe you both a great deal. * Sabrina nods to Codex and whispers "excuse me" she stands and takes her mug back up to Rhys giving it to him <Rhys> More of the same? <Sabrina> ::softly:: please * Rhys refills the mug with water. * Jelarthna glides over to Glossaria and Vallel's table, taking his wine <Rhys> Here you go. <Jelarthna> Something for me, Glossaria? You didn't need to do that! ::takes a seat and beams at the young couple:: <Lisl> ::still looks troubled:: Rhys, anothe--- ::catches the expression on Zoya's face:: Mist of the Peaks, Rhys, please. * Sabrina takes the mug back and whispers "thank you Rhys" <Zoya> ::smiles slightly:: Thank you, Lisl. * Rhys pours Lisl a mug of the fizzy yellowish-green ambrosia. <Yb> I can't believe I forgot! I need to work on my tan! ::grabs her staff and rushes out the door.:: <Tyl> Actually ::looks thoughtful:: Between you and Michelle, I think you two saved the day, really. <Glossaria> ::grinning wide and knowingly:: Oh, yes I did. After all I couldn't give Tyl a gift and not give something to *you*! * Sabrina goes back and sits across from Codex * Vallel relaxes. * Lisl eyes the mug dubiously, wincing a little as she takes a hefty swallow:: Could have been worse, I supposed. I could have been hung over and still in the Northern Wastes. <Jelarthna> ::grins back:: Sure you could! But I won't turn down your kindness. <Vallel> Thank all the gods... ::leans against Gloss, closing his eyes:: I'm not sure whether you were very very brave or about to become paste... <Zoya> ::grins:: There is that. <Jelarthna> ::a little softer:: I'm the lucky one, anyway. ::smiles and glances over at Tyl:: <Glossaria> ::putting an arm around Vallel's shoulder:: I didn't care. She wasn't going to have you. <Glossaria> The way I hear it, you're *both* lucky, Jel. And about to become luckier. <Jelarthna> ::pats Vallel:: Don't worry, Rhys is probably better at dealing with Yb than anyone. Except perhaps Bai, but I don't think I've ever seen them together. ::laughs:: <Zoya> ::quietly, to Lisl:: You see? You helped Tyl enough that she could help Jelarthna. *I* was the useless. one. ::she winks:: * Jelarthna blushes a little <Vallel> Well, I appreciate it. ::kisses one side of her arm:: Of course, I thought I was going to end up peeling you off the moon when you slapped her. <Lisl> ::glancing sidelong at Zoya for a long moment:: You know me too well, I think. * Sabrina drinks from her mug and watches the group <Zoya> ::smiles and takes a drink of cider:: Well, what are friends for, after all? <Glossaria> ::grinning a little:: It was worth it. <Tyl> ::looks firmly at her friends:: I think that's just about enough of that. We'd all be dead or worse if we hadn't worked together. And I think, all things considered, that we did a damn good job. <Jelarthna> ::raises his goblet to Zoya's words:: Hear, hear! ::takes a sip:: <Lisl> ::taking another swallow of Mist:: Indeed... what *are* they for? Not what I'd imagined, apparently. ::grinning a little for the first time that night:: <Zoya> ::smiles at Jel and raises her cider:: To friends, then. ::she drinks:: * Codex sighs, "I suspect you'll need to stay here until you can find more permanent arrangements. I suspect it's going to take you awhile to find your way back home." <Lisl> ::raises her mug:: And the end of hangovers. ::Drinking and wincing again:: <Zoya> ::grins:: Have you ever had a hangover before, Lisl? <Tyl> ::smiles:: To friends. Which reminds me. Lisl, Zoya... I'd be honored if you two would stand up with me, when Jel and I get married. <Jelarthna> ::laughs lightly:: To friends! And ending hangovers! ::takes a drink and savors the fine wine:: * Sabrina looks at Codex and blinks <Lisl> Once. It... wasn't pretty. Lots of colors, but NOT pretty. <Sabrina> ::softly:: I wouldn't want to put anyone out. I can sleep out on the street <Lisl> ::puzzling:: Stand up? <Zoya> ::blinks at Tyl, then grins:: Of course! I'd be honored! * Codex lifts up his mug, "To an end to hangovers!" Drinks deeply, "Let me know the next time one of these drink sessions starts up. I haven't had a good drinking partner since Eljorin vanished." <Lisl> ::looking from Tyl to Zoya and back to Tyl:: Me? A bridesmaid? <Jelarthna> ::grins at Codex:: Maybe you should try drinking with Xarroch, then. * Codex shakes his head, "That's not very safe. Rhys, you've got empty rooms upstairs don't you?" <Lisl> ::lifting her voice:: Not as you value your life, man! <Tyl> ::nods:: If you would like it ::looks shy:: I would like you to, very much. You and Zoya have been the best friends I've ever had. <Rhys> Yes, Codex, we do. <Lisl> ::her cheeks reddening in a blush:: Tyl, I... I'd be *honored* to be a bridesmaid for you. Unless...::narrowing her eyes:: Does this mean I have to wear a dress again? <Jelarthna> ::waves at Sabrina:: No need to stay on the street if you're new here! I'd be happy to pay for a room here at the Hall for you. ::grins:: This is a time to be happy! <Zoya> ::eyes Jelarthna, grinning:: Tyl, you've created a monster. <Tyl> ::grins:: it won't kill you, Lisl. You looked fabulous a few weeks ago. But I suspect we could get you trous to match Zoya, if you'd rather. * Glossaria tugs on Jel's sleeve and hands him her paper-wrapped package:: Before you get caught up in the beauty of it all...::grinning:: For you. <Jelarthna> ::laughs:: Didn't you call me that more than once when you were teaching me? * Sabrina looks from Codex to Rhys to Jel and back to Codex shrugging * Tyl turns to Zoya. "I didn't create it... he was there all along." * Jelarthna beams at Glossaria and opens the present carefully <Lisl> ::grinning:: It's alright. I can do it. ::winking:: Besides, I think I still owe someone a dance, and it'd be a lot better *after* he was safely married. <Zoya> ::laughs:: We can come up with something moderately dressy that isn't an actual *dress*, Lisl. I know this seamstress... ::she grins:: * Tyl suddenly notices Gloss's present and blushes scarlet. "Oh... oh dear." <Glossaria> Ah, actually-- ::holding up her hand, letting it fall back as Jel lets the paper fall. * Codex nods, "Then it's decided. Though I don't have the faintest idea how to go about finding this land you're from." <Jelarthna> Much dancing, yes! ::catches the paper and gives it back to Glossaria:: Here you go. ::smiling:: * Zoya watches Jel, inexplicably amused. * Sabrina nods to him and whispers "Thank you" <Lisl> What's wrong, Tyl? ::curiously:: <Jelarthna> Oooo.. ::carefully handles the three thin, oblong books, admiring the feel of the lovely black watered silk bindings:: * Zoya elbows Lisl gently and nods in Jel's direction. <Tyl> ::very very quietly:: I thought she was going to give him that *privately*. * Glossaria takes the paper a tad numbly, giving Tyl a slightly embarrassed glance and shrugging. <Jelarthna> These are beautiful, Glossaria! ::looks in vain for a title:: But what are they? ::opens the cover of one curiously:: <Glossaria> M-- Master Jelarthna, you might not want to... <Glossaria> ::wincing:: <Tyl> Pardon me while I crawl under the table, will you? * Zoya chuckles softly. * Vallel glances over Jelarthna's shoulder, then nudges Gloss, grinning. * Sabrina drains her glass once more and takes it back to the bar holding it out to Rhys * Jelarthna blushes furiously and closes the book quickly, holding them a bit more tightly * Rhys refills it with water, and hesitates a bit before handing it back. "Did... did you still want water?" * Zoya giggles softly. <Jelarthna> Umm.. Thank you, Glossaria! * Sabrina nods to him and whispers "Yes thank you" * Rhys hands the mug back. "Then here you go." * Tyl looks over the stranger. "Rhys, look at the poor thing. She's skin and bones. Get her something to eat." Does NOT look over at Jelarthna. <Glossaria> ::blushing a little:: You're welcome. I was going to warn you to open them in private, but... well... ::trailing off lamely:: * Sabrina smiles at him and takes her mug back to the table sitting * Rhys snaps his fingers. "Food! I've been... distracted. One moment, Sabrina." ::wanders into the kitchen:: * Sabrina glances back at Rhys as he disappears into the kitchen. She stands where she is not being quite sure what to do * Tyl offers a hand to the stranger. "Hullo... I'm Tyl, Headmistress of the Psionic Academy. Welcome to Marsember." * Lisl peers into the bottom of her mug, sloshes around the contents, and takes another long swallow. <Jelarthna> Err... yes. Private! ::nods several times and takes a large sip of wine as he carefully pushes the books into his belt pouch, which they vanish into easily:: * Sabrina glances at Tyl then down at her hand, and back up to her face and whispers "Sabrina" <Lisl> Y'know, this stuff could grow on me except... 'scuse me. ::slips off her stool and moves quickly in the direction of the ladies' room:: * Codex gestures to Sabrina's chair, "Please sit down. There's no need to be concerned. My name is Codex. I'm a priest of Mystra." * Rhys comes back out carrying a platter of vegetables and fruit slices. "Here. I wasn't sure if you had any dietary restrictions from culture or religion, but I figured this is fairly safe." * Jelarthna coughs a couple of times and regains his composure * Glossaria beckons Jel to lean over the table. * Tyl peeks at Jelarthna out of the corner of her eye. * Rhys puts the platter down at Sabrina's table. * Jelarthna leans over towards Glossaria, still blushing a little, but smiling brightly again * Sabrina looks at Codex and nods then back to Rhys. She looks down at the food and then back to him <Sabrina> ::softly:: I have no money * Glossaria whispers in his ear, smiling a little. <Sabrina> ::softly:: I don;t need food ::pauses and then whispers:: yet * Tyl grins at Sabrina, then tucks one hand behind the girl's ear and pulls out a round gold coin. "Sure you do. Look what I found in your ear!" Hands her the coin. * Rhys waves his hand. "Don't worry about it. Eat." * Codex shakes his head, "Don't worry about it. Jel has more money than he knows what to do with normally. Tonight he probably wouldn't notice if you had him pay for the entire city." <Glossaria> ::more loudly:: Congratulations, Jel. I wish you many very *happy* years together. * Sabrina looks up at Tyl and shakes her head and whispers "That's not mine" <Tyl> Sure it is. ::smiles:: I found it just sticking out of your ear... * Sabrina goes back and sits but does not touch the food she does drink most of the water from her glass <Jelarthna> ::blushes again, not entirely from the congratulations:: Thank you very much, Glossaria. ::glaces and Tyl and his smile widens even more:: I'm certain we will! * Glossaria grins hugely. * Sabrina glances at Tyl and whispers "I'm sure it's not mine." * Glossaria hugs Vallel, doing something with her hand that makes him start in his seat a little. <Jelarthna> ::waves his hand in the air and looks over at Codex and Sabrina:: I *did* say everything tonight is on me! <Rhys> See? There, eat up, before some jokester decides to try to turn Jelarthna's words against him and balance the platter on his head. <Zoya> ::smiles gently at Sabrina from across the room:: We're a meddling bunch, there's no doubt about it. But there's no harm meant; no favor attached. Take the coin, girl, and eat the food. It's little enough, for us. Some of us ::she grins at Codex:: are even in the business of helping others. * Tyl lays the coin on the table next to the platter of food. "Well, it's not mine either." * Jelarthna laughs <Vallel> Eep! <Jelarthna> Some of us have been all too much into the business of helping others at times! ::grinning:: * Lisl grins from Rhys to Jel with a challenging twinkle in her eye. <Lisl> Some of us help others so they might be inclined to help us out of our inevitable messes. ::grinning:: * Sabrina glances between them all and looks down at the food. She watches it for a moment and drinks the rest of the water in her mug then slowly takes one piece of fruit and eats it even slower * Codex glances at Zoya, "Is that not a tenet of your church as well Zoya?" <Tyl> ::grins wickedly at Lisl:: Some of us help others so we can later make them wear pink dresses at our weddings. <Zoya> To help others, you mean? Of course! <Lisl> ::sounding outraged:: PINK??? <Zoya> ::glares at Tyl:: Oh, no you don't. * Tyl laughs. * Jelarthna laughs and hops up to glide over to Tyl's side <Tyl> Only joking... lavender, maybe... <Lisl> ::looking at Zoya with begging written clearly on her face::: Please, make her choose something other than pink! <Codex> So who's going to conduct the ceremony Tyl? <Tyl> Actually ::smiles at Codex:: I was hoping you would. <Lisl> ::glances at Tyl for a long moment, and goes back to begging Zoya:: Or lavender. ::glancing at Zoya's lock of hair:: No offense. <Zoya> ::eyes Lisl critically:: Lavender might do, if we can find a shade that compliments my hair or her eyes. <Jelarthna> ::giving Tyl a quick kiss and smiling at Codex:: We would be honored if you would. <Zoya> But I think a nice dark blue would be better. * Codex chuckles and raises his mug, "As long as there's good food and drink at the reception I'd be honored to." * Sabrina looks longingly at the plate of food but does not touch anymore. She stands and takes her mug back to the bar holding it out to Rhys <Tyl> Would I do any less for you, old friend? * Lisl smiles at Zoya in relief. "Or green. I don't mind green. I can even stand yellow. And of course, gray goes with anything, you know...." <Jelarthna> ::grins:: We just need to get Michelle to agree to cater. <Tyl> Not grey... definitely not grey... <Lisl> ::breaking off and looking at Zoya:: I'm babbling, aren't I? <Zoya> ::nods, grinning:: <Jelarthna> ::grins at Lisl and nods:: A little. * Codex shakes his head, "Anyone have any ideas. I've never had to deal with someone who wasn't willing to eat." <Lisl> ::sticks her tongue out at Jel:: You don't get a say in this. You're the guy. <Rhys> More water, Sabrina? * Sabrina nods to him * Rhys refills Sabrina's mug with water. "And try the carrots. They're quite good." <Tyl> ::glances at Codex:: Just let her be... she's obviously frightened out of her wits. She'll eat if it sits there long enough. <Jelarthna> ::bows to Sabrina:: My name is Jelarthna, and I would be honored if you would eat and drink whatever you wish in celebration of my engagement. ::smiles encouragingly:: <Lisl> And doesn't move. ::grinning sidelong at Jel:: * Sabrina looks at Rhys to the food and then back to Rhys and whispers "But I have no money" <Jelarthna> ::grins at Lisl and winks:: I know. <Lisl> Speaking of... Rhys, do you think you might find a scrap or two of venison back there? If you gave it to me I *just* might be able to keep it in my stomach. * Rhys points at Jelarthna. "He just got engaged, and has declared he's paying for everyone tonight. It's not a problem." <Rhys> ::to Lisl:: Define "scrap"? * Tyl looks from Zoya to Lisl... "I think, maybe burgundy would look good on both of you?" <Jelarthna> ::smiling again at Sabrina:: Please, I insist! ::happily munches on a carrot:: <Zoya> Burgundy? With purple? ::pulls her lock of purple hair around over her shoulder:: It would have to be a very *careful* shade of burgundy. <Lisl> ::plaintively:: A small... well, smallish portion? * Sabrina looks at Jel and blinks slowly then looks back to Rhys and whispers "It's just....I...I've never been ::stresses:: given....anything before * Rhys grins at Lisl. "I'll see what I can find." He heads back into the kitchen. <Sabrina> without having to ::she swallows slowly:: pay something......in return <Jelarthna> There's a first time for everything, right? Like finding the love of your life! ::picks Tyl up and swings her around once:: * Sabrina glances back at Jel but does not move from the bar * Tyl squeals. "Put me down, you oaf!" She laughs. * Jelarthna grins and puts Tyl down, laughing in delight <Zoya> ::eyes Sabrina again, and speaks gently:: I told you: No favor is expected, with this lot. Eat your fill, girl, before you have to go back to such a cold place as Aristel must be. <Rhys> ::the sound of oven doors opening and closing, and some metallic noises can be heard from the kitchen. In a moment Rhys emerges, the smell of barely cooked meat emanating from moderately sized cut of meat on the plate he carries. He sets the plate, a fork, and a sharp knife down in front of Lisl. "Anything else?" * Sabrina glances at Zoya and then goes back to the table and sits taking sips from her mug. After few long moments she begins to eat from the plate * Glossaria glancing over from her corner with Vallel:: Your culture has no concept of charity? Giving to those in need for the general benefit of society, of from a feeling of generosity, or religio-ethical dictates? <Lisl> ::sighing happily and leaning over the plate:: No, this will do famously, Rhys, thank you. Has anyone ever told you how wonderful you are? <Jelarthna> ::finishes his wine and sighs happily, taking the goblet's little hands and "dancing" with it a bit:: Some more please, Rhys? * Rhys laughs. "Thank the provider of the feast. All I did was store it and prepare it." * Vallel leans on one elbow, absently running the other hand through Gloss's hair. * Rhys refills Jelarthna's glass. <Lisl> Ahhh, but the preparation...! ::kisses her fingertips in Rhys' direction before attacking the plate wolfishly. <Jelarthna> ::smiles gratefully:: Will you come to the wedding also, Rhys? <Rhys> If invited, I suppose I could be persuaded to attend, if just to make sure everyone keeps in line. ::grins:: * Jelarthna nods encouragingly at Sabrina's eating * Glossaria 's expression reflects a little of Jel's silly smile. <Tyl> ::smiles:: Yes, you should definitely come. I only wish Maeli were here... I wanted to strangle her when I found out she told you... but... ::sighs:: I do miss her. <Jelarthna> ::winks at Rhys:: I might need some keeping in line. * Sabrina finishes the fruit and other things on the plate and drinks the rest of the water in her mug <Jelarthna> ::bows his head a moment and takes one of Tyl's hands, then lifts his glass:: To Maeli. ::takes a deep drink:: <Lisl> ::seriously:: To Maeli. ::sounding a little muffled as she swallows hurriedly:: * Rhys fills himself a glass with an amber fluid, raises it, and downs it in a swallow. <Tyl> ::smiles somewhat sadly:: To Maeli. I wish I could tell her how grateful I am. * Zoya raises her mug of cider. "To Maeli. Poor old busybody." <Glossaria> ::sighs a little:: To Maeli. ::smoothing a hand over her tan-and-green dress, looking a bit wistful:: * Codex shakes his head, lifts his mug, and drains it contents. <Jelarthna> I think she knew, Tyl... ::smiles a little:: She had a very good eye for such things. <Zoya> ::grins at Tyl:: You think she doesn't know? <Tyl> ::blinks back tears:: She probably did. But I didn't get to *tell* her... <Tyl> ::sighs:: Aside from that, there are practical considerations, too. Think what a *dress* she would have made for me! * Sabrina takes the plate and mug back up to the bar and sets them down softly <Zoya> ::laughs:: One of her granddaughters has taken over her sewing business, you know. She's very nearly as good. * Glossaria nods a little, sighing softly. <Rhys> Last call, everyone. * Codex shakes his head, "Tyl, you'll look beautiful no matter who makes your dress." <Jelarthna> ::shakes his head with a little grin:: I think she probably preferred it that way... much more fun to know such thinks with nothing being said. <Rhys> Would you like another glass of water, Sabrina? * Jelarthna nods in fervent agreement with Codex * Sabrina shakes her head and whispers "No thank you Rhys" <Rhys> Very well. <Tyl> ::blushes:: Well, thank you, Codex. <Lisl> ::grinning a tad evilly:: I guess you'll just have to go without one, then, Tyl. Natural wedding? * Rhys shooes the plate and mug back into the kitchen. * Codex sets his mug and the floor and pats it towards the kitchen. <Jelarthna> I don't think you can *help* being gorgeous, love. ::grinning at Tyl:: <Tyl> ::cough:: Pink, Lisl! Baby pink! With lots of lace! * Zoya downs the rest of her cider and hands the mug over to Rhys. <Zoya> ::laughs:: * Jelarthna laughs <Codex> ::Codex's mug stops to wave goodbye to Sabrina before disappearing into the kitchen.:: * Rhys takes Tyl's mug and sends it off to the kitchen. <Lisl> ::eyeing the color of Tyl's cheeks:: Well, you'd need a little lace, but yeah, that was the idea. * Sabrina watches the mug and grins when it waves at her then watches it run the rest of the way into the kitchen * Jelarthna polishes off his wine and nudges the goblet gently along <Tyl> ::grins at Zoya and Lisl:: Come by the mansion later this week. We'll look at swatches and eat chocolates. And shoo Jel out from underfoot. * Lisl chuckles and drains her mug, setting it on the floor to bounce and zip its way to the kitchen in an overly hyper fashion.:: <Zoya> ::grins:: Sounds like fun. <Lisl> ::looking pensive:: I like chocolate. ::smiling a little:: Do I get to do the shooing? <Jelarthna> ::laughs and looks at Zoya, Lisl, and Tyl:: I don't think I could stand against such a shooing! * Codex clambers off the stool and heads for the door, "Well I should be getting to bed. Goodnight everyone, and congratulations Tyl and Jel." <Tyl> Good night! ::waves to Codex:: <Jelarthna> ::beaming at Codex:: Thank you, Codex! Good night! <Glossaria> Goodnight, Master Codex. Oh! Wait, Master Codex-- * Glossaria slips from her seat and runs after him. * Codex stops in the doorway, "Yes Glossaria?" * Vallel blinks, then stands up uncertainly. <Glossaria> I just wanted to know... did you... did you finish that report? On the School? <Zoya> ::eyes Lisl:: Would you like to come back to the Tower tonight? The Kitchen makes a splendid remedy against hangovers... <Codex> Yes. Turned it in today. Haven't heard back as to what their decision's going to be though. * Tyl looks up at Jelarthna. "Come on, dear... I think Rhys wants us out from underfoot right now." * Sabrina watches the people leaving the Hall and looks uncertain as to what to do <Glossaria> And... ::biting her lip:: Would it be too forward to ask the tenor of the report? <Jelarthna> ::pulls out one of his customary pouches of coin, packed tightly enough to barely clink and sets it on the bar:: Thanks, Rhys. <Lisl> ::nodding:: I think I like the sound of that. Besides, if I went home I'd have to...::swallows hard:: clean up. * Rhys looks sourly at the pouch, and back up at Jelarthna. "Do I have to say it?" <Jelarthna> ::smiles at Tyl and offers his arm to her:: Yes, dear. ::waves to the rest of the room:: Good night, everyone! <Zoya> ::nods, straightfaced:: I thought that might be the case. * Vallel walks over to Gloss and Codex... <Vallel> Shall we? ::offers his arm to Gloss:: <Jelarthna> ::laughs and winks at Rhys:: Well I haven't heard it in a while... <Codex> I recommended that the school be officially sanctioned as a center of learning within the city and that resources be directed towards the investigation and categorization of psionics, with a special emphasis on establishing them as a respected art along side magic. * Tyl gestures to Rhys impatiently. "Just keep it." * Rhys nudges the pouch back across the bar. "You've got enough credit here to eat and drink for six months and still have a fair amount left. Keep your coin, and find something worthwhile to do with it." <Glossaria> ::sighs and beams an incredibly bright smile at Codex:: Thank you, Master Codex. <Jelarthna> ::takes the pouch back with a grin:: I will, my friend, I will. <Codex> You're welcome Glossaria. <Jelarthna> ::to Tyl, opening the door grandly:: Shall we, beloved? * Codex heads off into the night. * Tyl takes Jel's arm and leaves. * Rhys picks a key out from under the bar, and tosses it across the Hall. It lands on Sabrina's table. "The room number is on the tag. Stay as long as you'd like." * Jelarthna offers a jaunty wave and smile as he snags his cloak and hat and departs with his bride-to-be * Sabrina nods and picks up the key she looks at it for a long moment before heading off to find her room * Sabrina stops and turns back to Rhys and says softly "Rhys.....thank you" <Zoya> Come on, then, Lisl. If you're nice to me, I might even get the Staff to help you clean up your place before you go back. <Rhys> You're welcome, Sabrina. Go get some sleep. * Sabrina nods to him and heads off <Lisl> ::grins:: Good. Because I was thinking of chucking the carpet. Did I ever tell you what pretty eyes you have? And how SMART you are! <Zoya> ::laughs:: Come on... * Vallel laughs at Lisl's comments. <Vallel> Come along, Gloss, dear. I think there's a copy of the report over at the school, if you want to read it. * Lisl grins and holds the door for Zoya, commenting on the way out, "And I said them in PUBLIC, too! Bonus points!" <Glossaria> ::nodding and taking Val's arm:: * Rhys trails behind the Patrons, heading for the door. * Rhys closes the door behind the Patrons, dims the lamps around the Hall, and heads back into the kitchen to clean up. |
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