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[16:28] Emm'esta Thiadil (emmaline.mynx) made her way into the house. She looked around, careful to show no emotion either way. But it was beautiful. Quite. Emm'esta nodded to the two seated. She'd met them already....if nothing else, there would be business to be had this night.
[16:31] Valkyrie Asta Munthe took her place at her usual chair and looked about the table. Only one of her council had shown up...and the look of disappointment was obviously apparent. She'd look to Denny, who had taken a spot across from her, and sighed. "Well...I suppose we should get this started then," she said quietly, and seeing that someone walked in, would nod in the woman's direction. "Good to see you could come, Emm'esta...How are you this evening?"
[16:33] The Den Mother (valerievixxen) sat in her usual seat opposite Valkyrie, completely silent, for once. Until the meeting started, nothing she said was official, so she didn't want to waste her breath. Instead she'd just kind of look about the building, trying to think of a way to liven it up...Some frescoes here, a statue of her there...A solid gold chandelier...And maybe about...500,000 square feet extra of space so proper balls could be held. Yes, that would do nicely. The womans interior design daydreams would be cut short, howeever, as Valkyrie spoke up. A gay smile would appear on the womans face in direct contrast to the disappointment evident in Valkyries..."Yais, dahling, yaiiis! We should /indeed/. So veddeh maaach to do..." she'd purr, before turning towards the door as Emms came in..."Oh good day, de-ah, good day!"
[16:35] Emm'esta Thiadil (emmaline.mynx) bowed deeply to both the Lady of Aberynth and to the Regent. The one she recognized as the Treasurer entered along with the Captain. Others came in...important people one and all. She would just be a fly on the wall...unless they swatted her and thew her out.
[16:36] Viveka (themis.adasia) hadn't been sure if they were suppose to knock or anything....but others were in so she didn't! It was an officially announced thing right?! She tried to slip in and make her way to a spot where others weren't crowded in since she was really just here to listen for the most part. She would at least pause for a moment to give one of her excessively overly dramatized curtsies if anyone was actually paying attention.
[16:36] Arryik only gave one more glance to the pair that had been in the path, along with their companion that was made of what looked like water. An odd sight to him but one he would quickly brush off as he followed behind Vika, he waited for the other member of their group to catch up before he would follow behind the two of them over towards the house, going to have nothing to contribute to anything, and he would simply glance to anyone that might have looked his way but wouldn't offer any pleasantries.
[16:40] Cailean (alistair.greymyst): Ah, but the new seamstress didn't have it all correct; Cailean was only temporarily an important person, which made him less than a truly important person such as the rest of the august and dignified individuals in the room. That being said he took up a position near the door. Not that he wasn't on the council, but if he'd had guard to spare for the task, he'd've had them do it. Maybe if he could convince the council to conscript? "'lo pygmy," he'd greet Nym in a low tone as she passed by. "Try not to throw anything at anyone." He offered her a roguish wink, and then schooled his expression to be pleasantly neutral.
[16:42] Valkyrie Asta Munthe 's housekeeper had been busy at making food for any that decided to come today, so let's just say there was a table filled with fruits and pastries and al that good stuff lingering by. The doors would have been open to those that wished to come in, so any knocking wasn't needed. "Yes, we do have a lot to talk about. We have gotten a new treasurer, though I'm sure you know already. Isobel is nowhere to be seen, so the position of secretary is open." To those that were wandering in, she peered over to and would stand, holding her hands out slightly. "Welcome to my home. For any concerns that you might have, or wish to bring to my attention, do let me know. This is neutral ground, and all shall be heard without biased opinions and negativity." She'd look to the door towards Cailean. "Shall we begin?" she prompted.
[16:43] Nymeria kept herself close to Viveka, even as they entered. Probably uncomfortably close at some points. The poor thing was nervous and absolutely hated being around this many people at once. Her mismatched eyes were flicking around the room wildly once her boots hit the wood of the home, trying to take in everyone as quickly as possible. But the one that was behind her speaking made her jump, head whipping around so fast she damn near gave herself whiplash. "Cailean." She tried her best to give him a small smile and nodded. "No promises." With that, she turned from him and took her place beside Vika, going silent now and just listening to everything.
[16:43] Aradhelon Malethlhl Mont D'or entered the building with a puff of smoke from his mouth, bending low to fit through the door in case his outrageously tall, even for an elf, stature failed him. He gave nods and smiles to everyone present, especially those he recognized : Cailean, Viveka and the likes, before sliding up to the side of Elizabeth. "Mother..." He addressed her with a bow, before taking a stand beside the table and looking on, puffing away some more at his pipe with a small grin.
[16:47] The Den Mother (valerievixxen) of course wouldn't touch any of the food on the table because it was decidedly not Kosher. She wasn't hungry anyways. No, she was more interested in the turnout this month. A touch better than last month, even if the council table was less full..."Good evening, Aradhelon dahling. /Do/ come and take a seat, de-ah. You /are/ on the council, aftah all." she'd encourage him, before turning away from everyone to regard Valkyrie as she spoke of Isobels disappearance. Well, that certainly ruined the banishing vampires plan...Maybe.
[16:47] Viveka (themis.adasia) placed a hand over her heart and mocked a hurt expression. "Captain! You wound me! After all those loving glances we shared not so long ago and I do not even get a greeting? And here I thought we'd had one of those...special moments..." The grin on her face went near ear to ear and her tone was overly dramatic. You know, normal for her since life was a stage and all. She looked back to Arryik, giving him a small smile in appreciation for him coming. She'd hoped maybe they would spot the girl that stole from him...well her but charmed him. So from him too. Seemed so far there was no such luck. Nym sticking so closely to her made her smile and she reached out to try to link her arm with her shorter companion's in hopes to comfort her. She might have one thing to add, depending on what the topics were. Otherwise she may wish to speak with Valkyrie after everyone else was gone. Not everything needed to be announced if it wasn't already brought up.
[16:55] Valkyrie Asta Munthe continued to nod to those that wandered in and would gently clasp her hands in front of her, her lips pursed. "To get this started, I suppose we should put on the floor of discussion of finances." She'd tilt her head. "A lot of our income comes from the goods that we ship in in lower Aberwyth...with that income comes taxes on those certain goods...I wanted to go ahead and brief with you all on the plan to ensure that we can make use of the land and its resources, pay our villagers te right wages...and so with that being said, I'd like to bring our treasurer to the floor," she'd say, gesturing to the elaborately dressed male.
[16:56] Sovelis Quinn (tigerzak.lorefield) wanders hastily on up to the Town hall, swiftly grabbing the doorhandles and tugging the entryway clear. Spotting the small gathered mass of select individuals, Sovelis gives a frantic nod to the group before trudging along inward and off towards the scroll racks - A 'perfect' place to 'hide' during this meeting until he could bring himself to interact. Seeing that it was mostly underway already, he keeps quiet and begins to listen.
[16:57] Suvi // the elemental just tilted its head and nodded, looking over to where everyone was heading. the being just walked behind then, her fluid body gliding over the land and leading little wet footprint like puddles behind it. it made no sound as it walked over to the little house where everyone was.
[16:58] Cailean (alistair.greymyst) offered the others nods of recognition or acknowledgment and they were enough that he felt as though his head might just wobble and fall off like a poorly stitched doll. Obviously not an Emma-made doll, because those would've likely lasted eons -- and then come to life to murder the future citizens of Aberwyth, evil sorceress of a she-elf that she was. Ah, but he'd managed a certain rakish grin for the recently made bathhouse owner. "You'll have to do better'n smiles and lurid promises if you'd like more from the likes of me," he replied in a low tone. Because of course he was some prize, the catch of the town, and a woman had to work to get his attention. Or something along the likes. That being said the Lady spoke and he straightened, paying attention that-a-way and not to any of the other fine rumps in the room. Had to be guardly and dignified and what not.
[16:59] The Den Mother (valerievixxen) produced a finely rolled cigarillo from the bodice of her gown as everyone socialized, and lit it up on one of the candles set upon the table. The petite tobacco stick, clutched between her fingers, was completely dwarfed by the massive and numerous rings, of glittering rubies, diamonds, and aphrodite, that coated her digits. Those same gaudy, golden rings which, a second later, produced an ungodly racket as the woman began applauding the topic which Valkyrie had just brought up. The applause was short lived though, thankfully, and soon the rings were quiet again as the women puffed on her cigarillo and hoped that this really meant what she thought it meant...More taxes...That she would dodge, of course.
[16:59] Crystiel Thistlebush wanders over this way, still whipping off bread crumbs that have stuck to her...the problem with sweet butter, but well worth it. she had noticed a lot of people heading in this direction and the strange man from the inn was just ahead of her with a few others trying to get inside the door. she has no idea whats going on, but curiosity has her by the hooves. first the strange man and what ever he tried to tell her before...came out in gibberish...and all the people...she has to see whats going on. she waits just outside for an opportunity to slip in without getting stepped on.
[17:01] Nymeria jumped at the feeling of someone touching her arm, but visibly relaxed when she realized who it was. Her head shook. Seriously, who else could it have been? She returned the arm link, giving Vika's a little squeeze, then turned her eyes towards the Lady... Who's accent was surprisingly similar to hers. Strange.. That was the first time she had heard something that familiar in.. Well over a hundred years. It was enough inventive to attract her attention one hundred percent, her eyes no longer darting nervously about.
[17:01] Tiriel Lirana (whispiefelis) had watched the steady flow of people, the footsteps all leading the same way. Tiri'd follow along once the bulk of them had passed within, eyes wide as she stared in the door only to be surprised by the passage of a few late arrivals. Barely biting back the hiss of surprise, she'd slip quietly back off the front steps... darting a look to the man who passed within, then the three, no four that came up behind. Her glance back within and keen hearing picking up the sound of voices as the door opened and closed, but it would be clear by the way she stood so close to the window, she had no intention of actually passing within, and just glanced at the newest arrivals as she waited for them too to pass inside.
[17:02] Naia follows the stream of people that flock to Lady Valkyrie's meeting. No comments about being a lemming! Taking the steps slowly, she nods in silent greeting to Tiriel and then motions for Calix to open the door, half hoping he rips it off the hinges on accident. Wouldn't that be a grand entrance? Because it bears reminding, she tells him quietly from behind her veil, "Behave." She then turns to Suvi and motions the elemental forward. "It is some sort of lander meeting. Does zat not sound exciting, Suvi?" Could Naia's sarcasm be any more thick?
[17:02] Reanna Sèitheach (reanna.lockjaw) moved, it seemed, with a crowd towards where the Lady from the market day was said to be housed. She'd blink a bit, brushing off her leathers and putting a lazy braid in that wild hair of hers before she makes her way towards the door, She'd be polite and wait behind those gathered outside before heading through the doors herself.
[17:03] Aradhelon Malethlhl Mont D'or could not sit down just yet, as attention was brought to him. He instead gave a nod of eventuality to his darling Mother of a woman, stepping forward and pulling out from his robes, neatly tucked against his flamboyantly exposed chest, a tight pile of parchment papers. "Mmm'Yes, my good people. More than just imports. My plan is to secure the economy of the city for future generations, by providing a fair and calculated system for all to help one another with." He began, his heels clicking through the room as he offered each and every person gathered a piece of the parchment. When he came to Viveka, he offered a small smile, as if hinting he sought to speak with her later on, before standing back to the front. "Please, by all means, read... Discuss... Bring up concerns! Only improvements can be made, my darling citizens.."
[17:05] Calix was in tow, bottle of blood wine uncorked and drinking off it. Watching the small walker fly so now, was a marvel to him entirely. As Naia motioned to the door he walked up to it and stared at it for a moment. "It's...a w..." he remembered the full moon, and the gate...there was a way in...oh thank heavens the door had opened and he realized how they worked... it could have been bad... holding the door open and gesturing for Naia he looked regal as fuck. "After you." he gestured and ducked inside andshut the door on her guards. F those fish.
[17:07] Crystiel Thistlebush as he door was being opened for someone else she slips inside quickly dodging between feet and prolly un-noticed, and then quickly finds a place without a bunch of people and feet to worry about and theh looks around and listens to whats going on, still unsure herself at this point.
[17:09] Viveka (themis.adasia) keeps grinning and winks at Cailean. "Cover it as you wish, my dear captain. We all know who has been running through your dreams lately," she would say in her sarcastically over confident tone. But then would fall silent when speaking began again, seeing the look that Arad had given her and blinked a few times. Oh, right. Numbers. She'd worked on that. Yep. She never wanted to look at those damn things again either. She was an entertainer, not an accountant..
[17:10] Sovelis Quinn (tigerzak.lorefield) gives an offhand chuckle at the topic of numbers and Taxes on imports... typical talks of business management, village income. All things that most would groan or complain about, but Sovelis was eagerly listening and slowly creeping closer to the table - inching forward with baby steps at every statement made. The more he could learn, know, and practice? Well the better off he could make himself and others.
[17:11] Suvi // the elemental just sort of tilted its head. that sounded like the most boring thing....but her mouth never opened, no words escaped her. it watched the two go in and then stared at the door. why did that wooden thing move? that was interesting. but the elemental got distracted and then rushed through the now closing door. its hand getting caught int he door frame. OMG OMG MY HAND! wait... no it just became water and swished back into the creature's foot to reform the hand after a moment or two. flexing the fingers with a curious tilt it its head, the elemental moved inside and stood by the front door, looking around like... oh god.. people. who are all you peop-... no wait... it didn't have expressions, so it was more like... *blank stare at everyone* such a lovely entrance.
[17:11] Cailean (alistair.greymyst) couldn't help but feel a tad uneasy for all the non-humans that'd piled into the home, especially all the hooded and masked folk. Really, if he'd been a good guard and they'd been polite guests, they'd have removed their hoods and masks upon entry; but such was life, aye! That being said, he began to wonder about the water elemental standing near to him. She was obviously a walking fish pond, given the fish that were swimming about in her innards, and he wondered if somehow, a mer could climb into her and shift into their tailed form and survive for a time. If the other fish were fine, why not a mer? Look, they were talking about finance and business and at least he wasn't picking his nose.
[17:12] Tiriel Lirana (whispiefelis) glanced inside again... then to the mass of people inside, then outside in the warm air and open land, a soft shake of her head as fingers trace down the windowsill and she notes, the one before is cracked just barely open. Her grin warming as she digs the tip of one of her daggers between the sill and the frame and pops it open, opening it wide and giving the blond inside a saucy grin before leaning against the wall to listen, without feeling like a sardine. This worked rather nicely, thank you.
[17:13] Valkyrie Asta Munthe took a hold of the proposal to read over and pursed her lips slightly. "Now...I know that the thought of taxes makes everyone want to cringe...and trust me, I do not want to take money away from any of you...but I want to ensure taht everyone here has a stable income as well as keeping their businesses up and running to their full potential. It also helps with guilds such as the guards for sturdier armor. I do hope in several month's time to even establish an orphanage, as well as a school. Not just for children, but for anyone that would wish to further their education." To the ones coming in, she'd give a nod to as well in greeting. "Welcome newcomers." To any of those that came wandering in (and please state who you are to Reanna to get the tax NC), would recieve a copy of the proposal for taxes.
[17:14] Tiriel Lirana (whispiefelis) stuck a hand in the window, flailing it about for this NC))
[17:15] мαε (corgi) | Of course that relaxing couldn't be very long lived. Nym felt her body tense back up the second the familiar scent of the mer hit her nose. There was only a brief moment where she glanced to them. They were definitely wearing much more clothes than the last time she saw them, in the flashes of memories from the full moon, but the scent.. That was just familiar enough to put her on edge. Her nose wrinkled and her lip twitched ever so slightly, almost growling at the sight of them. But she kept it in check, no sound coming from her throat, and forced her attention back to the ones about the table.
[17:17] The Den Mother (valerievixxen) read through the parchment swiftly, rather...shocked. It seemed quite the socialist nonsense, really. Especially the low income pay. But, given her connections, evasion would likely be easier than actually paying, so there was no sense in worrying about it..."Well, it seems /uttahleh/ mahvelous, dahling..." she'd assure her son, giving him a little grin before rolling the parchment back up..."Well that all seems heavenleh, Valkeddeh dahling. Jaaahst /divine/. And we shall need those stuhdi-yah guahds ahmoh soon, no doubt, given recent events."
[17:17] Calix was not polite, but slightly drunk off alcoholic blood, and didn't believe in captains that had no ships in the water. BOO CAILEAN. Calix stood though, one hand on Naia as her player was afk for a few. He didn't state who he was, nor receive a paper, yet at least. Not that he would know what it was, but he listened to the words the lady in the back was speaking but also continued sipping his bottle of wine, offering it to Naia as he just listened to the talking going on.
[17:21] Reanna Sèitheach (reanna.lockjaw) was handed a bit of parchment and reads it over. Pretty standard proceedure, even back home. Things would trickle down, and it'd be nice to see some growth in the twon. More people meant more business as far as she was concerned, or more connections to keep her shelves stocked. Yes yes.. a win win in the woofs eyes.
[17:21] Sovelis Quinn (tigerzak.lorefield) continues his listening, and actually tugs the pencil from his hair to begin taking some notes in the book that hung from his hip and even the taxation paper he was handed to go over. "Mmhmm.. Interesting but uhm... Well nevermind." Sovelis mutters and murmurs as he steps up towards the table, getting quite close to Mystogan on his way.
[17:23] Viveka (themis.adasia) just kind of stared at it. She liked it better when she worked off tips and didn't have to worry about this stuff. Yep, she was going to hire someone for sure. She had things to do! People to molest! Rum to drink! But she feigned interest well enough for now
[17:26] Nymeria ignores the paper because numbers are a foreign language, apparently. She didn't even bother feigning interest like Viveka did, just passed it on quickly.
[17:26] Crystiel Thistlebush tried to read the parchment , but couldn't open it up all the way, her arms being too short, finally she gives up and snaps her fingers with a whispered word of power, as the scroll floats up before her and opens up so she can read it, the edges glowing faintly. Tax's? Money still is kinda a foreign concept for her to begin with....but now people want money from people, just cause they have money...seems kinda redundant to her, Mortals...never cease to amaze her. she would remain quiet however..what the mortals do is really non of her business..in fact shes only here because she was curious.
[17:28] Tiriel Lirana (whispiefelis) tipped her head, her eyes darting over the page she'd grab as it went passed, dashing a all too brief glare at anyone that would consider taking it from her. Her brain slowly making sense of the difference between Common and Elven, a roll of her eyes and lips parting as she read over it quickly then rolled it up and stuck it in her pouch, it'd be good for scratch paper later, or kindling, then flicked a glance back within and waited to see what the others would say.
[17:28] Valkyrie Asta Munthe would wait for her treasurer to start explaining, though, she felt a little wary about it. How much did people here know about finances? Well, those that didnt reside within the village. She'd feel like an idiot for bringing it up if that were the case. She did see the man near Mystogan creeping towards the table and would titl her head slightly, watching him. "Is there something on your mind, sir?" she'd ask.
[17:29] Cailean (alistair.greymyst): Calix was ready to know what the people know, ask them his questions and get some answers! What's a paper and why does it burn? Cailean may have been in the minority of people who actually took the paper and looked it over, figuring out in his head which category of taxes he'd be paying and how he could weasel his way into a lower one. Seemed as though, he'd thought, the new Treasurer was going to take his job seriously. That was well and good and precisely what Aberwyth needed. That he'd seen the man call Lady Elizabeth mother earlier, however, only made him worry. He was reminded that he did owe the woman a hefty sum of money, but surely the town would be glad to subsidize their Guard Captain's armor, aye? It was certainly within the budget, wasn't it? Eventually Cailean folded the paper and stuffed it into his pocket, resuming his vigil.
[17:30] Aradhelon Malethlhl Mont D'or would watch everyone's momentary reactions before reaching into his robes for a SECOND collection of parchments. "Yes, indeed. The ideal of a society is for everyone's contribution. As the City's coffers grow, the more the city can grow, and the more we can eventually ensure that, in the case of emergency, we have enough gold for due repairs.. And so begins the next topic. The city budget.." He proceeded to hand everyone the second piece of parchment.. "...Planned in lieu of the Dragon and Demon attacks of recent, as well as the burning of the outskirts. Should such change, as such will the budgets." He assured everyone, then stepping back again before taking a seat. "Please, everyone is free to a comment. Questions, anything is welcome. Should you be in need of assistance, I am more than happy to oblige." He had to be careful to plan the taxes accordingly to the type of lordship present, but the budget assured that his own plans for economic growth were secure. He was a save
[17:30] Aradhelon Malethlhl Mont D'or: the coffers would grow according to a suggested uninterrupted plan, and with it, the progress of his latest great project.
[17:36] Sovelis Quinn (tigerzak.lorefield) draws a big bold line and a traces a few small notes on the Tax paper, and nods casually to the announcement of a city budget. With the Lady calling some attention to him and his earlier muttered comment, Sovelis raises a brow and coughs. "Oh, well, it is certainly nice to know that the citizens and businesses are to be taxed and what for, as well as what the taxes will be used for - yet the methods of which are only hinted upon briefly. If there is to be a tax collector, is this man or woman going to seek out each citizen individually? Will there be a census to determine the identity, income, savings, job, and job skills that a citizen possesses? To determine how many citizens there are? OR perhaps will this tax collector instead visit only the businesses, collecting both the businesses profit taxes /and/ taxes set aside from the wages of their employees?" And... he keeps going on and on. "Will the information as to who was taxed and how much become public record? So that all can see with transparency
[17:36] Sovelis Quinn (tigerzak.lorefield): what profits each business makes and how much they were taxed, or perhaps these books will remain closed and only opened to the businesses owners and the tax collector?"
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[17:39] Naia looks at the parchments initially like she might eat it. It reminds her of strangely colored seaweed. Noting the writing, she starts to read then. The more she reads, the bigger her grin becomes...though it's hidden behind her veil. Naia waves the parchments at Calix and murmurs to him, "Landers. So adorable. Enforcing zeir citizens to care for one anozer."
[17:39] Suvi // the elemental realized they were just talking business and its curiosity got the better of the creature and it walked back to the door. one of the guards outside opened it for the creature. the elemental turned back and tilted her head at its summoner and then out it went, to go look at more piles of wood. ((thanks for the RP, need to afk for a while))
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[17:40] Reanna Sèitheach (reanna.lockjaw) looked at this second bit of parchment, a small nod as she clicks her tongue and looks up at Arad with a half smile "Looks loch it's aw weel thooght it. diz thes pure techt th' city is gonnae pay fur damages tae businesses? broken windae an' th' loch frae break ins an' acts ay th' elements?" As the man at the table starts to talk, she'd lean back against the couch behind her and just kind of grin. "Only fowk 'at shoods be lookin' at mah books ur me, mah manager, an' th' sairrr fancy mask haur. nae offence meant, but lae ay ye dornt need tae be privy tae 'at information."
[17:40] Viveka (themis.adasia) lifted her hand to rub the scar on her head from her very own demon attack, her nose wrinkling up as she looked at the paper. Honestly she didn't care much about the money she earned so long as she had food in her belly. She planned on donating where she could and helping others out. The topics of conversation so far made her want to go crawl back to her hole in the wall. She was all about looking out for those that needed it and an orphanage and school and all that stuff, but she didn't necessarily want to hear the how of it. She tilted to the side and tried to rest her head on top of Nym's, gently of course since she knew the girl was healing, and went about wondering if they were going to move on to more interesting topics. Or at least one's she'd come to hear about.
[17:41] Calix looked down to Naia as she actually read it, and her words he simply smiled. "Adorable indeed.." he whispered, squinting a bit at the note in her hand but of course, it was hieroglyphics and he couldn't be specific. He only listened still to those around.
[17:47] Valkyrie Asta Munthe tilted her head to the other side this time while her attention had been focused on Sovelis...and he did bring up some rather good points. "Well...I was hoping to have my secretary come up with a census so that I can keep track of who comes in and out of the village...but she has failed miserably to keep her attendance , and therefore we are without a census, and a reliable body...I am looking for someone to take her place." Her brow furrowed. "There will be some information that will be not be disclosed at discretion of the person paying the tax...though my treasurer will be the one to privy more information on that, I am sure. I can assure, /though/, to my business owners here, that damages made to any businesses will be paid for...." Her voice trailed off slightly as she noted the two hooded figures in the back that seemed to be talking, but she couldn't hear. "Is there something you two in the back would like to bring to light?"
[17:47] Tiriel Lirana (whispiefelis) stared at the silver-eared elf, the broad accent was a bit hard to make out at first but once she got it, Tiri'd nod, a glance about and her own muttered "Well hardly - make yourself fine fare for any thief to come stealin' about at night... if it all was open access like that." Granted Tiri herself couldn't care less, but - there was the theory of the thing... "Need to keep that sort of thing between just those that need to know and the like..." She'd shake her head and shove off of the wall, her eyes flicking back to peruse those within before shrugging and moving off into the distance.
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[17:50] Crystiel Thistlebush snaps her fingers as the second parchment unroll and floats in front of her, allowing her too read it..this one being much smaller it doesnt take her too long to read through it, she tries to understand it, but her lack of understanding currency to begin with makes it difficult.. but she does understand the basics of what is happening..if not the fine details....according to the first paper those in the Fae courts that she was raised would all be considered non-profit, everyone in the community would have a job to do, typically one they excel at. those that didnt contribute were exiled. doomed to be seperated from their family and court....many of the Fae she has met here were just that....courtless....she really should change that, but shes not quite ready for that just yet, she still need to get a better feel of the local Fae's feelings on that matter.
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[17:52] The Den Mother (valerievixxen) just continued smoking, in silence. And chilling in her council seat. No point in continuing to comment on how maaaahvelous everything was, after ll
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[17:54] Aradhelon Malethlhl Mont D'or sat down, collecting his hands in front of him for a moment after keeping his pipe perfectly between his teeth, smiling cheerfully at Sovelis. "Tax collectors, indeed good sir, as well as my personal assistance as Treasurer for the more larger sums of money and items, such as Businesses and the likes. At the time of tax collection, citizens shall line up and drop their pay at their due accordingly. Every family should be keeping track of their owes, their properties and their income, of course.. And we do have those, such as Cailean, the lovely Captain of the guard..." He motioned off, "Whom is aware of almost all of the civilians coming in and out. The City is not yet that large, we are roughly in check of who lives here and who does not, and we can keep track of who has thus paid their taxes with a bit of office work.. I am, after all, not just here to come up with tax schemes." He would chuckle softly. " As the city grows, we will allocate more resources to sending out doo
[17:54] Aradhelon Malethlhl Mont D'or: guards, however until then we shall stick with this standardized procedure most common throughout most Cities.." He released a ring of smoke. "... As for Transparency, it is indeed as the good Lady Valkyrie says. Though I will be sure to keep all updated with changes and the so forth, certain information should be disclosed to those that it truly involves."
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[17:55] "Go ahead. Eat zem. All zey are good for to us," Naia says to Calix, pushing the parchment into his metal-covered hand. A voice carries to where the hooded figures repose, and Naia senses the query is directed at them. She shifts to peer through the wine rack until she sees Valkyrie. The Siren takes in a deep breath before speaking loudly enough to reach the Lady even with the veil covering the lower half of her face. "The light tends to blind zee truz, fair Lady of Aberwyz. So I will keep my issues to zee dark, where zey belong. We..." She gestures between Calix and herself. "...are just spectators to zis fascinating event." Naia sounds somewhat amused, or it could just be the sing-song quality of her voice.
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[17:58] Calix bristled a bit as the white woman spoke to through the scroll cases. Hearing rattling on about this taxing ordeal and more things he had little knowing of he let out a breath. Though, as Naia spoke he nodded, and smirked to her, taking the parchment and shoving it down the front of his hood. Upon Naia's finished response, he simply nodded and crossed his arms. "Line of landers this way, doors opened..was doing little else." he shrugged, which was basically how they ended up here.
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[17:59] Sovelis Quinn (tigerzak.lorefield) gives a slow, exaggerated nod to both the Lady and the Treasurer's explanations. "All well and good then, I suppose..." Sovelis puts his pencil away and gives a stern look with his crooked nose overs towards Aradhelon, before simply sighing and turning to give a pleasant nod to Valkyrie. "Then I wish you well in finding a replacement, and good fortunes - no pun intended - with this Tax Collection /scheme/." He states, a sneering emphasis on the word scheme thanks to Aradhelon's own words. Looking pat Valkyrie, Sovelis squints and peers through his spectacles to eye up the notice posted upon the wall.
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[18:02] Vincent Keene (vincent3342) he looked forward and around as he entered, hermes on his shoulders as Vincent gazed around the table at the people who attended, and his brows furrowed a little.He looked to his right at Cailean and would then look to his left towards Val. as he shuffled slowly around to his position. standing in the corner by the shelves near the Lady of Aberwyth. he'd keep quiet for a few moments as he watched the gathering.
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[18:10] Valkyrie Asta Munthe looked between Sovelis and Aradhelon and sighed. "Scheme is a horrible word, and I will not hear of it," she would say, her tone a little firmer. "I do not wish to impose taxes upon the people, but as the city grows, certain things will have to be taken care of." her gaze then turned over to Arad. "I do not want guards being involved in any sort of collecting. The people do not need to be intimidated by such." She'd roll her shoulders to relieve some tension. "Though, you," she'd say to Sovelis, "I would like to see at a later date. You have given me an idea." She'd then clear her throat softly before looking back tot he two hooded figures, brow raised at the tone of the female. Something didn't sit well with her about those two. "I see...well I welcome you to my home, regardless," she'd say with a slight smile before looking back tot he others. "Now, enough talk of taxes...It has come to my attention recently about the destruction of the millhouse and the warden's keep..." Clearly by this tone she was no
[18:10] Valkyrie Asta Munthe amused. "Let it be stated now that Aberwyth is and will remain a neutral party...but should this village find itself being caught in the middle, and we will have no choice but to defend her." She'd cross her arms and walked towards the floor, bare feet padding along. "If anyone has any information pertaining to what happened, please speak now."
[18:13] Gerald Baker clears his throat and raises his hand, saying "Well, from what I understand... a wolf broke into the warden keep, began destroying things and attacking people, so it was killed... then the rest of the wolves decided to invade and burn the place down. As for the mill house? Well... they got burn happy? I don't know." he shrugs
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[18:15] Cailean (alistair.greymyst) blinked. Well, he wasn't that well established in town yet but he had a good idea of who was where and did what. He'd already made it a priority to visit almost all of the businesses himself. Of course, a census would probably be good to compile in the days to come, but Aberwyth wasn't such a large city that a single person couldn't remember most the names of the families that lived within it. Two or three could probably cover it completely with some fair bookkeeping. If not that, there were already copies of deeds right there on the shelves. He was in the middle of musing when the man in the glasses began his sneering. "Ah, there goes the pompous shit again," he remarked just loudly enough to be heard, accompanying it with a shake of his head. "I'm sure he'd make a fine and fair councilman, serving others as happily as I'm sure he'd have his wee limp cock serviced. Men who've got nothing better to do than criticize the work of others without offering their help are no better'n anyone else.
[18:15] Cailean (alistair.greymyst): Their shit stinks just as foul." He shrugged a shoulder, knowing that he'd likely get the bad end of the Lady's tongue after this for it, but there was a reason his posting was only temporary! Cailean leaned against the door and listened to the news of the Keep and the Mill -- though it wasn't news to him, he was curious about what everyone else would've made of it.
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[18:15] Oh, but a wicked smile hides behind Naia's veil. Her posture indicates nothing, however, and when she speaks, the tone is laced with a deep sadness. "It is reprehensible when life and property are lost to zee careless ravaging of ozers. My deepest condolences."
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[18:19] Sovelis Quinn (tigerzak.lorefield) turns away and has prepared to move to a position elsewhere in the room to sit out the remainder of the meeting quietly, as Valkyrie's firmly spoken scolding given to both he and Aradhelon had soured things for the evening. Though this turned around some as Sovelis found himself a bit flustered, The Lady having singled him out with a request. "M-me? Oh, hm... well alright I suppose I can oblige either this ev---Oh" The Lady had already moved on to other topics and other duties, Leaving Sovelis talking to himself for a moment while the meeting continues.
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[18:19] Calix listened to the lady...and the man making the comment of the pompous man's pecker...and then Naia speaking he just grinned to himself and let out a little breath. Holding the wine up to his lips and taking a drink before offering it to Naia. "It is much better warm, accompanied by a little music, is it not?" he asked Naia, winking once to her.
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[18:22] Crystiel Thistlebush waits for a lull in the conversations, to speak up, "I was flying above the keep, keeping an eye on wounded, so I got a good looks at that particular battle...it wasnt pretty, but by the time the gate was breached..I had a patient I had to evacuate..so missed the final bouts of that fight. Lots of Puppies, both two legged and four...and 2 others...though I didnt get a good look at them...they didnt seem to be wolves...as every other wolf out there was in a rage...these could still cast spells...which brought down my patient with lightning and fire."
[18:22] Viveka (themis.adasia) perked her attention at the topic that came up next. Exactly what she wanted to hear about especially since she had been in the infirmary for the millhouse bit and really still only had rumors. She looked about the room to whether anyone did speak up and....Gerald had! Of course an oaf would! But he offered no more than what she already knew. She would glance to Naia not too far from her and her expression fell and ears drooped. "Buildings can be rebuilt, it is the life that should be mourned." And she did mourn them even if not knowing any of them involved.
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[18:24] Viveka (themis.adasia): **knowing any of them that had died*
[18:24] Nymeria bit her lip the second the millhouse and keep were mentioned, tilting her head back to look at Viveka. Her heart suddenly felt like it was about to burst out of her chest, and when she looked back towards the lady with the familiar accent, she felt herself subconsciously press her body closer to the woman beside her. She kept absolutely quiet, just as she had been, chewing hard on her lip. This was not going to end well. Naia's words only sparked a bit of a twitch from her ear, although she had definitely taken note of it.
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[18:25] The Den Mother (valerievixxen) finished off her cigarillo and tossed the smoldering butt into what was left of her wine, extinguishing it with a sizzle..."Well once cannot exactleh expect any bettah from animals, Valkeddeh dahling. They may masqueddade as humans all they wish, they will always be animals. Thankfulleh the-ah is nothing wrong with hunting animals. And we have those mahvelous men and women of the wahdens keep to do just that...Now..." she'd move for the door, her thick silk gown brushing against those she passed closely to.."I do so hate to leave eahleh but I've othah mattahs to attend to. Aradhelon can act in my stead. Tatty bye, dahlings! Tatty bye!"
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[18:28] Aradhelon Malethlhl Mont D'or rose a brow, grinning off at the man with his glasses, glancing off at the paper on the wall. "Is that /slander/ I hear? Worthy of my paper, I would bet.." He said very quietly. "But an offense, especially in such a setting... Quite the guts you have..." But he continued no further. It was not his job to enforce the rules, though his thoughts did touch on how even with the most generous and socialist of plans, it always seemed some were unable to be pleased. He gave an entertained smile over at Cailean, expressing a sort of odd glee in his smart-tongued words, before nodding off to his Mother. "Farewell, dear Mother.." He gave to her, before going over his own parchment copy of his work, listening to all that was said and waiting for times he was to make a comment for the sake of assistance.
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[18:30] Reanna Sèitheach (reanna.lockjaw) watched Valk move through the room, and not an ounce of worry, or suspision in her features and her body relaxed against the back of the couch "Th' wardens? sham 'at. Ah woods hink they'd be allied wi' those 'at lived in th' woods, seein' as they baith want tae protect it." She'd tsk softly and shake her head, a look of genuine sadness over the fires in those yellow eyes. "Th' mill.. was it operational? eh'd hate tae hink 'at sic' a necessary buildin' is gain. will make gettin' caller floor an' grains harder fur sure."
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[18:32] Valkyrie Asta Munthe eyed the female next to the amazonian male for a good while, listening and hoping to pick up something in the tone of her voice that she could call out on. Though once Crystiel spoke, she turned her head towards her with a nod. "So, puppies...I see," she'd say, and her expression went from annoyed to very unpleased, especially when she heard Cailean start spewing unpleasant words, and shot him a look. "You may be a temporary Captain, but while you hold this position until I can find someone more suited and qualified for the job, you will do best to act like you have some manners," she chided. "Everyone has their opinions, but will not tolerate that sort of talk in my home, nor will I tolerate slander of any kind." That's when she looked between Sovelis and Arad, then looked to Reanna. "The mill was made into a residence. I do not know who lived there, but that mill has not been functional for its purpose in some years now." She'd take a deep breath and looked about the room. "Now...if there is nothing els
[18:32] Valkyrie Asta Munthe then this meeting will be motioned to close. So...speak now, if something else needs to be said."
[18:34] Naia flits her pale gaze to Viveka when she speaks. Nothing is revealed by what little of her expression is exposed above the veil, but she does nod her head slowly to the woman. Then silver eyes drift to Valkyrie and remain there for an uncomfortable period of time. Naia's attention jerks to Calix swiftly, and her body turns toward the door nearest them. "Zee door, my love. We have ozer business."
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[18:35] Mei Lin (ghostofishtar) stood quietly, looking around the room and doing her best to follow the politics being discussed. It was all a little over her head so she browses the room for people she knows...until her eyes fall on the guard from the Opium Den. Mei tenses slightly and turns her head back to listen to Valkyrie, breathing in deep and convincing herself silently that she had nothing to worry about. She'd gotten away with it, she was certain. But she could swear she felt eyes burning on the back of her head and it was unnerving to say the least.
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[18:36] Cailean (alistair.greymyst): Aye, well, he'd expected that much. "With respect, m'lady, everyone's got arseholes too and some stink more than others. I'll do my best to behave. My apologies." He struck a low bow, accepting the admonishment without much embarrassment; he'd supported the new treasurer and if he'd had to be chastised for having a rough tongue, so be it!
[18:37] Calix watched the exchange between Viveka and Naia, and then Valk and her staring at Naia. "even when you cover up, you have people beyond me dreaming under." he coo'd softly to Naia before holding the door open for her. "Let us be gone then...lovely...home." he said, eying the structure and would exit after Naia if she did.
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[18:38] Kareena (paperrobin) followed the rumors of some sort of meeting and yet she wandered about for a good hour before she spotted a building with people she could see through the windows. She approached and lifted a hand to caress door handle before tugging it open and stepping inside with her typical look of wide-eyed wonder, looking about in silent question.
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[18:40] Viveka (themis.adasia) did nothing to push Nym away but instead hugged into the woman for comfort. Her eyes cast around the room till they landed on Mei and a smirk started to form on her face till she quickly stopped herself. What a beautiful coincidence that the thief decided to show up at the meeting. Her eyes would go back to Valk when she continued speaking, and she would give Nym another subtle squeeze. She would turn to face Arryik, the grin beginning to form again. "Are you almost ready to go dove? I think she needs to rest soon. She is still recovering," she would say, nodding towards Nym. Though she was not quite ready to leave yet, she had done and said anything she could for the time being.
[18:41] Reanna Sèitheach (reanna.lockjaw) nodded once and offered a smile to Valk before she'd push off the couch "Good ta know." All she'd say on the matter before she bowed her head and without another word would make her way out the door to go harass marcus about their next shipment.
[18:41] Aradhelon Malethlhl Mont D'or looked over to Valkyrie as she gave another slash of her whip, his cheeks nice and poofy with his happy grin, almost playful and cherub in nature, before he perked up and clapped his hands, standing up and and having his heels click on over to Viveka. "My dear, sweet Lady Viveka, I do hope to talk with you soon. I seek to help you personally with such horrendous numbers I brought up... And to you, Captain Cailean.. I so very much appreciate your defense of my hard work. It shant be forgotten. Should you ever need of the anything in return for the upkeep of my name, you should but ask it..." He purred, spinning on his heel to face him. "I do believe I also owe you an example of trust..." He taps his mask a few times, a tiny smirk on his porcelain pale lips.
[18:41] Nymeria knew she needed to act stronger in this situation, but in light of nearly losing her life during that fight, it was a bit difficult to do. Luckily, no one really seemed to pick up on how she started to cower away the second everything was mentioned. When Viveka had spoken, she just ignored it, her eyes still trained on the white haired woman. She opened her mouth to speak, but.. The words didn't come out at first, and she shut it, tried to make it look as though she were still thinking, then tried again. "What is to become of those of those responsible for the incidents at the Keep and the Millhouse?" She questioned in that accent that mirrored Valkyrie's. God, she was going to regret that.
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[18:43] Mei Lin (ghostofishtar) sees the meeting is disbanding and is certainly happy to start to move toward the door and scurry back home. She hadn't expected to see the guarded guard from the den here...he didn't seem to be the big meeting kind of fellow. She wouldn't know anyone else from there so if she could just quietly slip out. But there was a crowd by the door. Mei wrings her hands, growing more nervous and waits.
[18:43] Crystiel Thistlebush nods to the Lady but tilts her head in confusion...did nobody ever tell her it was the garou who attacked the keep. it was the full moon, they did as much the month before....the puppies were not the mystery and if it was just them, completely understandable....but. it was those other two...who stood inside the ranks of wolves...who were not wolves themselves, casting spells.....the Mystery is why were they not also being attacked by the wolves on their night of Rage..and were they in fact directing the wolves in some way...but she keeps those thoughts to herself, she did mention the other two...maybe someone will look more into it...or not. shes just a healer and in the end its none of her buisiness, as long as she heals those in need.
[18:44] Arryik would have been barely paying any attention to what was going on with the meeting. Having wished that he would have perfected the art of sleeping while standing up. His eyes wandered around the room until they landed on the woman from the other day in the Den that had stolen from him. His eyes didn't leave her as soon as he saw her. His fists balling up as he thought of what she did. When the woman looked away, Arryik would not, his eyes staring the woman down. Even when Vika would speak to him he would simply nod in response to her question, opting to remain silent for now while his eyes watched the thief.
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[18:49] Cailean (alistair.greymyst): Thieving!? Arriyk should've reported it to the Guard! So he'd have things to do and could run away from getting a tongue lashing from the Lady of the Village. And what did Vivika steal anyway? Only thing that woman stole was hearts and virginities and you couldn't get those back -- unless it was bloody or sopping. Not that it'd been Viveka. And not that Cailean knew about any thieving so he just stood there, nodding to Arad. "Ah, well, you've been generous in your allocation to the guard, Councilor. With respect to the Lady of the Village, I'm just a rougher sort of man and she's about right, I could use with more politeness. There might be a small matter you could help me with, though, if you've a moment and an ear to spare." He shuddered at the mask, deciding that he didn't want to know what was on the other side. Probably tentacles.
[18:49] Valkyrie Asta Munthe continued staring at Cailean for a while, still giving him that look before nodding to Arad as he spoke. "Of course. We can discuss it later." As it seemed that people were leaving now, she started to relax, though tensed /right/ back up as the woman with her accent asked her question, and her eyes were cast in her direction. "That is to be further discussed with the guards and the council. Even if the keep and the milhouse do not technically fall under Aberwyth Jurisdiction, this will be treated as if it happened here in the village, and will be under full investigation."
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[16:28] Emm'esta Thiadil (emmaline.mynx) made her way into the house. She looked around, careful to show no emotion either way. But it was beautiful. Quite. Emm'esta nodded to the two seated. She'd met them already....if nothing else, there would be business to be had this night.
[16:31] Valkyrie Asta Munthe took her place at her usual chair and looked about the table. Only one of her council had shown up...and the look of disappointment was obviously apparent. She'd look to Denny, who had taken a spot across from her, and sighed. "Well...I suppose we should get this started then," she said quietly, and seeing that someone walked in, would nod in the woman's direction. "Good to see you could come, Emm'esta...How are you this evening?"
[16:33] The Den Mother (valerievixxen) sat in her usual seat opposite Valkyrie, completely silent, for once. Until the meeting started, nothing she said was official, so she didn't want to waste her breath. Instead she'd just kind of look about the building, trying to think of a way to liven it up...Some frescoes here, a statue of her there...A solid gold chandelier...And maybe about...500,000 square feet extra of space so proper balls could be held. Yes, that would do nicely. The womans interior design daydreams would be cut short, howeever, as Valkyrie spoke up. A gay smile would appear on the womans face in direct contrast to the disappointment evident in Valkyries..."Yais, dahling, yaiiis! We should /indeed/. So veddeh maaach to do..." she'd purr, before turning towards the door as Emms came in..."Oh good day, de-ah, good day!"
[16:35] Emm'esta Thiadil (emmaline.mynx) bowed deeply to both the Lady of Aberynth and to the Regent. The one she recognized as the Treasurer entered along with the Captain. Others came in...important people one and all. She would just be a fly on the wall...unless they swatted her and thew her out.
[16:36] Viveka (themis.adasia) hadn't been sure if they were suppose to knock or anything....but others were in so she didn't! It was an officially announced thing right?! She tried to slip in and make her way to a spot where others weren't crowded in since she was really just here to listen for the most part. She would at least pause for a moment to give one of her excessively overly dramatized curtsies if anyone was actually paying attention.
[16:36] Arryik only gave one more glance to the pair that had been in the path, along with their companion that was made of what looked like water. An odd sight to him but one he would quickly brush off as he followed behind Vika, he waited for the other member of their group to catch up before he would follow behind the two of them over towards the house, going to have nothing to contribute to anything, and he would simply glance to anyone that might have looked his way but wouldn't offer any pleasantries.
[16:40] Cailean (alistair.greymyst): Ah, but the new seamstress didn't have it all correct; Cailean was only temporarily an important person, which made him less than a truly important person such as the rest of the august and dignified individuals in the room. That being said he took up a position near the door. Not that he wasn't on the council, but if he'd had guard to spare for the task, he'd've had them do it. Maybe if he could convince the council to conscript? "'lo pygmy," he'd greet Nym in a low tone as she passed by. "Try not to throw anything at anyone." He offered her a roguish wink, and then schooled his expression to be pleasantly neutral.
[16:42] Valkyrie Asta Munthe 's housekeeper had been busy at making food for any that decided to come today, so let's just say there was a table filled with fruits and pastries and al that good stuff lingering by. The doors would have been open to those that wished to come in, so any knocking wasn't needed. "Yes, we do have a lot to talk about. We have gotten a new treasurer, though I'm sure you know already. Isobel is nowhere to be seen, so the position of secretary is open." To those that were wandering in, she peered over to and would stand, holding her hands out slightly. "Welcome to my home. For any concerns that you might have, or wish to bring to my attention, do let me know. This is neutral ground, and all shall be heard without biased opinions and negativity." She'd look to the door towards Cailean. "Shall we begin?" she prompted.
[16:43] Nymeria kept herself close to Viveka, even as they entered. Probably uncomfortably close at some points. The poor thing was nervous and absolutely hated being around this many people at once. Her mismatched eyes were flicking around the room wildly once her boots hit the wood of the home, trying to take in everyone as quickly as possible. But the one that was behind her speaking made her jump, head whipping around so fast she damn near gave herself whiplash. "Cailean." She tried her best to give him a small smile and nodded. "No promises." With that, she turned from him and took her place beside Vika, going silent now and just listening to everything.
[16:43] Aradhelon Malethlhl Mont D'or entered the building with a puff of smoke from his mouth, bending low to fit through the door in case his outrageously tall, even for an elf, stature failed him. He gave nods and smiles to everyone present, especially those he recognized : Cailean, Viveka and the likes, before sliding up to the side of Elizabeth. "Mother..." He addressed her with a bow, before taking a stand beside the table and looking on, puffing away some more at his pipe with a small grin.
[16:47] The Den Mother (valerievixxen) of course wouldn't touch any of the food on the table because it was decidedly not Kosher. She wasn't hungry anyways. No, she was more interested in the turnout this month. A touch better than last month, even if the council table was less full..."Good evening, Aradhelon dahling. /Do/ come and take a seat, de-ah. You /are/ on the council, aftah all." she'd encourage him, before turning away from everyone to regard Valkyrie as she spoke of Isobels disappearance. Well, that certainly ruined the banishing vampires plan...Maybe.
[16:47] Viveka (themis.adasia) placed a hand over her heart and mocked a hurt expression. "Captain! You wound me! After all those loving glances we shared not so long ago and I do not even get a greeting? And here I thought we'd had one of those...special moments..." The grin on her face went near ear to ear and her tone was overly dramatic. You know, normal for her since life was a stage and all. She looked back to Arryik, giving him a small smile in appreciation for him coming. She'd hoped maybe they would spot the girl that stole from him...well her but charmed him. So from him too. Seemed so far there was no such luck. Nym sticking so closely to her made her smile and she reached out to try to link her arm with her shorter companion's in hopes to comfort her. She might have one thing to add, depending on what the topics were. Otherwise she may wish to speak with Valkyrie after everyone else was gone. Not everything needed to be announced if it wasn't already brought up.
[16:55] Valkyrie Asta Munthe continued to nod to those that wandered in and would gently clasp her hands in front of her, her lips pursed. "To get this started, I suppose we should put on the floor of discussion of finances." She'd tilt her head. "A lot of our income comes from the goods that we ship in in lower Aberwyth...with that income comes taxes on those certain goods...I wanted to go ahead and brief with you all on the plan to ensure that we can make use of the land and its resources, pay our villagers te right wages...and so with that being said, I'd like to bring our treasurer to the floor," she'd say, gesturing to the elaborately dressed male.
[16:56] Sovelis Quinn (tigerzak.lorefield) wanders hastily on up to the Town hall, swiftly grabbing the doorhandles and tugging the entryway clear. Spotting the small gathered mass of select individuals, Sovelis gives a frantic nod to the group before trudging along inward and off towards the scroll racks - A 'perfect' place to 'hide' during this meeting until he could bring himself to interact. Seeing that it was mostly underway already, he keeps quiet and begins to listen.
[16:57] Suvi // the elemental just tilted its head and nodded, looking over to where everyone was heading. the being just walked behind then, her fluid body gliding over the land and leading little wet footprint like puddles behind it. it made no sound as it walked over to the little house where everyone was.
[16:58] Cailean (alistair.greymyst) offered the others nods of recognition or acknowledgment and they were enough that he felt as though his head might just wobble and fall off like a poorly stitched doll. Obviously not an Emma-made doll, because those would've likely lasted eons -- and then come to life to murder the future citizens of Aberwyth, evil sorceress of a she-elf that she was. Ah, but he'd managed a certain rakish grin for the recently made bathhouse owner. "You'll have to do better'n smiles and lurid promises if you'd like more from the likes of me," he replied in a low tone. Because of course he was some prize, the catch of the town, and a woman had to work to get his attention. Or something along the likes. That being said the Lady spoke and he straightened, paying attention that-a-way and not to any of the other fine rumps in the room. Had to be guardly and dignified and what not.
[16:59] The Den Mother (valerievixxen) produced a finely rolled cigarillo from the bodice of her gown as everyone socialized, and lit it up on one of the candles set upon the table. The petite tobacco stick, clutched between her fingers, was completely dwarfed by the massive and numerous rings, of glittering rubies, diamonds, and aphrodite, that coated her digits. Those same gaudy, golden rings which, a second later, produced an ungodly racket as the woman began applauding the topic which Valkyrie had just brought up. The applause was short lived though, thankfully, and soon the rings were quiet again as the women puffed on her cigarillo and hoped that this really meant what she thought it meant...More taxes...That she would dodge, of course.
[16:59] Crystiel Thistlebush wanders over this way, still whipping off bread crumbs that have stuck to her...the problem with sweet butter, but well worth it. she had noticed a lot of people heading in this direction and the strange man from the inn was just ahead of her with a few others trying to get inside the door. she has no idea whats going on, but curiosity has her by the hooves. first the strange man and what ever he tried to tell her before...came out in gibberish...and all the people...she has to see whats going on. she waits just outside for an opportunity to slip in without getting stepped on.
[17:01] Nymeria jumped at the feeling of someone touching her arm, but visibly relaxed when she realized who it was. Her head shook. Seriously, who else could it have been? She returned the arm link, giving Vika's a little squeeze, then turned her eyes towards the Lady... Who's accent was surprisingly similar to hers. Strange.. That was the first time she had heard something that familiar in.. Well over a hundred years. It was enough inventive to attract her attention one hundred percent, her eyes no longer darting nervously about.
[17:01] Tiriel Lirana (whispiefelis) had watched the steady flow of people, the footsteps all leading the same way. Tiri'd follow along once the bulk of them had passed within, eyes wide as she stared in the door only to be surprised by the passage of a few late arrivals. Barely biting back the hiss of surprise, she'd slip quietly back off the front steps... darting a look to the man who passed within, then the three, no four that came up behind. Her glance back within and keen hearing picking up the sound of voices as the door opened and closed, but it would be clear by the way she stood so close to the window, she had no intention of actually passing within, and just glanced at the newest arrivals as she waited for them too to pass inside.
[17:02] Naia follows the stream of people that flock to Lady Valkyrie's meeting. No comments about being a lemming! Taking the steps slowly, she nods in silent greeting to Tiriel and then motions for Calix to open the door, half hoping he rips it off the hinges on accident. Wouldn't that be a grand entrance? Because it bears reminding, she tells him quietly from behind her veil, "Behave." She then turns to Suvi and motions the elemental forward. "It is some sort of lander meeting. Does zat not sound exciting, Suvi?" Could Naia's sarcasm be any more thick?
[17:02] Reanna Sèitheach (reanna.lockjaw) moved, it seemed, with a crowd towards where the Lady from the market day was said to be housed. She'd blink a bit, brushing off her leathers and putting a lazy braid in that wild hair of hers before she makes her way towards the door, She'd be polite and wait behind those gathered outside before heading through the doors herself.
[17:03] Aradhelon Malethlhl Mont D'or could not sit down just yet, as attention was brought to him. He instead gave a nod of eventuality to his darling Mother of a woman, stepping forward and pulling out from his robes, neatly tucked against his flamboyantly exposed chest, a tight pile of parchment papers. "Mmm'Yes, my good people. More than just imports. My plan is to secure the economy of the city for future generations, by providing a fair and calculated system for all to help one another with." He began, his heels clicking through the room as he offered each and every person gathered a piece of the parchment. When he came to Viveka, he offered a small smile, as if hinting he sought to speak with her later on, before standing back to the front. "Please, by all means, read... Discuss... Bring up concerns! Only improvements can be made, my darling citizens.."
[17:05] Calix was in tow, bottle of blood wine uncorked and drinking off it. Watching the small walker fly so now, was a marvel to him entirely. As Naia motioned to the door he walked up to it and stared at it for a moment. "It's...a w..." he remembered the full moon, and the gate...there was a way in...oh thank heavens the door had opened and he realized how they worked... it could have been bad... holding the door open and gesturing for Naia he looked regal as fuck. "After you." he gestured and ducked inside andshut the door on her guards. F those fish.
[17:07] Crystiel Thistlebush as he door was being opened for someone else she slips inside quickly dodging between feet and prolly un-noticed, and then quickly finds a place without a bunch of people and feet to worry about and theh looks around and listens to whats going on, still unsure herself at this point.
[17:09] Viveka (themis.adasia) keeps grinning and winks at Cailean. "Cover it as you wish, my dear captain. We all know who has been running through your dreams lately," she would say in her sarcastically over confident tone. But then would fall silent when speaking began again, seeing the look that Arad had given her and blinked a few times. Oh, right. Numbers. She'd worked on that. Yep. She never wanted to look at those damn things again either. She was an entertainer, not an accountant..
[17:10] Sovelis Quinn (tigerzak.lorefield) gives an offhand chuckle at the topic of numbers and Taxes on imports... typical talks of business management, village income. All things that most would groan or complain about, but Sovelis was eagerly listening and slowly creeping closer to the table - inching forward with baby steps at every statement made. The more he could learn, know, and practice? Well the better off he could make himself and others.
[17:11] Suvi // the elemental just sort of tilted its head. that sounded like the most boring thing....but her mouth never opened, no words escaped her. it watched the two go in and then stared at the door. why did that wooden thing move? that was interesting. but the elemental got distracted and then rushed through the now closing door. its hand getting caught int he door frame. OMG OMG MY HAND! wait... no it just became water and swished back into the creature's foot to reform the hand after a moment or two. flexing the fingers with a curious tilt it its head, the elemental moved inside and stood by the front door, looking around like... oh god.. people. who are all you peop-... no wait... it didn't have expressions, so it was more like... *blank stare at everyone* such a lovely entrance.
[17:11] Cailean (alistair.greymyst) couldn't help but feel a tad uneasy for all the non-humans that'd piled into the home, especially all the hooded and masked folk. Really, if he'd been a good guard and they'd been polite guests, they'd have removed their hoods and masks upon entry; but such was life, aye! That being said, he began to wonder about the water elemental standing near to him. She was obviously a walking fish pond, given the fish that were swimming about in her innards, and he wondered if somehow, a mer could climb into her and shift into their tailed form and survive for a time. If the other fish were fine, why not a mer? Look, they were talking about finance and business and at least he wasn't picking his nose.
[17:12] Tiriel Lirana (whispiefelis) glanced inside again... then to the mass of people inside, then outside in the warm air and open land, a soft shake of her head as fingers trace down the windowsill and she notes, the one before is cracked just barely open. Her grin warming as she digs the tip of one of her daggers between the sill and the frame and pops it open, opening it wide and giving the blond inside a saucy grin before leaning against the wall to listen, without feeling like a sardine. This worked rather nicely, thank you.
[17:13] Valkyrie Asta Munthe took a hold of the proposal to read over and pursed her lips slightly. "Now...I know that the thought of taxes makes everyone want to cringe...and trust me, I do not want to take money away from any of you...but I want to ensure taht everyone here has a stable income as well as keeping their businesses up and running to their full potential. It also helps with guilds such as the guards for sturdier armor. I do hope in several month's time to even establish an orphanage, as well as a school. Not just for children, but for anyone that would wish to further their education." To the ones coming in, she'd give a nod to as well in greeting. "Welcome newcomers." To any of those that came wandering in (and please state who you are to Reanna to get the tax NC), would recieve a copy of the proposal for taxes.
[17:14] Tiriel Lirana (whispiefelis) stuck a hand in the window, flailing it about for this NC))
[17:15] мαε (corgi) | Of course that relaxing couldn't be very long lived. Nym felt her body tense back up the second the familiar scent of the mer hit her nose. There was only a brief moment where she glanced to them. They were definitely wearing much more clothes than the last time she saw them, in the flashes of memories from the full moon, but the scent.. That was just familiar enough to put her on edge. Her nose wrinkled and her lip twitched ever so slightly, almost growling at the sight of them. But she kept it in check, no sound coming from her throat, and forced her attention back to the ones about the table.
[17:17] The Den Mother (valerievixxen) read through the parchment swiftly, rather...shocked. It seemed quite the socialist nonsense, really. Especially the low income pay. But, given her connections, evasion would likely be easier than actually paying, so there was no sense in worrying about it..."Well, it seems /uttahleh/ mahvelous, dahling..." she'd assure her son, giving him a little grin before rolling the parchment back up..."Well that all seems heavenleh, Valkeddeh dahling. Jaaahst /divine/. And we shall need those stuhdi-yah guahds ahmoh soon, no doubt, given recent events."
[17:17] Calix was not polite, but slightly drunk off alcoholic blood, and didn't believe in captains that had no ships in the water. BOO CAILEAN. Calix stood though, one hand on Naia as her player was afk for a few. He didn't state who he was, nor receive a paper, yet at least. Not that he would know what it was, but he listened to the words the lady in the back was speaking but also continued sipping his bottle of wine, offering it to Naia as he just listened to the talking going on.
[17:21] Reanna Sèitheach (reanna.lockjaw) was handed a bit of parchment and reads it over. Pretty standard proceedure, even back home. Things would trickle down, and it'd be nice to see some growth in the twon. More people meant more business as far as she was concerned, or more connections to keep her shelves stocked. Yes yes.. a win win in the woofs eyes.
[17:21] Sovelis Quinn (tigerzak.lorefield) continues his listening, and actually tugs the pencil from his hair to begin taking some notes in the book that hung from his hip and even the taxation paper he was handed to go over. "Mmhmm.. Interesting but uhm... Well nevermind." Sovelis mutters and murmurs as he steps up towards the table, getting quite close to Mystogan on his way.
[17:23] Viveka (themis.adasia) just kind of stared at it. She liked it better when she worked off tips and didn't have to worry about this stuff. Yep, she was going to hire someone for sure. She had things to do! People to molest! Rum to drink! But she feigned interest well enough for now
[17:26] Nymeria ignores the paper because numbers are a foreign language, apparently. She didn't even bother feigning interest like Viveka did, just passed it on quickly.
[17:26] Crystiel Thistlebush tried to read the parchment , but couldn't open it up all the way, her arms being too short, finally she gives up and snaps her fingers with a whispered word of power, as the scroll floats up before her and opens up so she can read it, the edges glowing faintly. Tax's? Money still is kinda a foreign concept for her to begin with....but now people want money from people, just cause they have money...seems kinda redundant to her, Mortals...never cease to amaze her. she would remain quiet however..what the mortals do is really non of her business..in fact shes only here because she was curious.
[17:28] Tiriel Lirana (whispiefelis) tipped her head, her eyes darting over the page she'd grab as it went passed, dashing a all too brief glare at anyone that would consider taking it from her. Her brain slowly making sense of the difference between Common and Elven, a roll of her eyes and lips parting as she read over it quickly then rolled it up and stuck it in her pouch, it'd be good for scratch paper later, or kindling, then flicked a glance back within and waited to see what the others would say.
[17:28] Valkyrie Asta Munthe would wait for her treasurer to start explaining, though, she felt a little wary about it. How much did people here know about finances? Well, those that didnt reside within the village. She'd feel like an idiot for bringing it up if that were the case. She did see the man near Mystogan creeping towards the table and would titl her head slightly, watching him. "Is there something on your mind, sir?" she'd ask.
[17:29] Cailean (alistair.greymyst): Calix was ready to know what the people know, ask them his questions and get some answers! What's a paper and why does it burn? Cailean may have been in the minority of people who actually took the paper and looked it over, figuring out in his head which category of taxes he'd be paying and how he could weasel his way into a lower one. Seemed as though, he'd thought, the new Treasurer was going to take his job seriously. That was well and good and precisely what Aberwyth needed. That he'd seen the man call Lady Elizabeth mother earlier, however, only made him worry. He was reminded that he did owe the woman a hefty sum of money, but surely the town would be glad to subsidize their Guard Captain's armor, aye? It was certainly within the budget, wasn't it? Eventually Cailean folded the paper and stuffed it into his pocket, resuming his vigil.
[17:30] Aradhelon Malethlhl Mont D'or would watch everyone's momentary reactions before reaching into his robes for a SECOND collection of parchments. "Yes, indeed. The ideal of a society is for everyone's contribution. As the City's coffers grow, the more the city can grow, and the more we can eventually ensure that, in the case of emergency, we have enough gold for due repairs.. And so begins the next topic. The city budget.." He proceeded to hand everyone the second piece of parchment.. "...Planned in lieu of the Dragon and Demon attacks of recent, as well as the burning of the outskirts. Should such change, as such will the budgets." He assured everyone, then stepping back again before taking a seat. "Please, everyone is free to a comment. Questions, anything is welcome. Should you be in need of assistance, I am more than happy to oblige." He had to be careful to plan the taxes accordingly to the type of lordship present, but the budget assured that his own plans for economic growth were secure. He was a save
[17:30] Aradhelon Malethlhl Mont D'or: the coffers would grow according to a suggested uninterrupted plan, and with it, the progress of his latest great project.
[17:36] Sovelis Quinn (tigerzak.lorefield) draws a big bold line and a traces a few small notes on the Tax paper, and nods casually to the announcement of a city budget. With the Lady calling some attention to him and his earlier muttered comment, Sovelis raises a brow and coughs. "Oh, well, it is certainly nice to know that the citizens and businesses are to be taxed and what for, as well as what the taxes will be used for - yet the methods of which are only hinted upon briefly. If there is to be a tax collector, is this man or woman going to seek out each citizen individually? Will there be a census to determine the identity, income, savings, job, and job skills that a citizen possesses? To determine how many citizens there are? OR perhaps will this tax collector instead visit only the businesses, collecting both the businesses profit taxes /and/ taxes set aside from the wages of their employees?" And... he keeps going on and on. "Will the information as to who was taxed and how much become public record? So that all can see with transparency
[17:36] Sovelis Quinn (tigerzak.lorefield): what profits each business makes and how much they were taxed, or perhaps these books will remain closed and only opened to the businesses owners and the tax collector?"
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[17:39] Naia looks at the parchments initially like she might eat it. It reminds her of strangely colored seaweed. Noting the writing, she starts to read then. The more she reads, the bigger her grin becomes...though it's hidden behind her veil. Naia waves the parchments at Calix and murmurs to him, "Landers. So adorable. Enforcing zeir citizens to care for one anozer."
[17:39] Suvi // the elemental realized they were just talking business and its curiosity got the better of the creature and it walked back to the door. one of the guards outside opened it for the creature. the elemental turned back and tilted her head at its summoner and then out it went, to go look at more piles of wood. ((thanks for the RP, need to afk for a while))
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[17:40] Reanna Sèitheach (reanna.lockjaw) looked at this second bit of parchment, a small nod as she clicks her tongue and looks up at Arad with a half smile "Looks loch it's aw weel thooght it. diz thes pure techt th' city is gonnae pay fur damages tae businesses? broken windae an' th' loch frae break ins an' acts ay th' elements?" As the man at the table starts to talk, she'd lean back against the couch behind her and just kind of grin. "Only fowk 'at shoods be lookin' at mah books ur me, mah manager, an' th' sairrr fancy mask haur. nae offence meant, but lae ay ye dornt need tae be privy tae 'at information."
[17:40] Viveka (themis.adasia) lifted her hand to rub the scar on her head from her very own demon attack, her nose wrinkling up as she looked at the paper. Honestly she didn't care much about the money she earned so long as she had food in her belly. She planned on donating where she could and helping others out. The topics of conversation so far made her want to go crawl back to her hole in the wall. She was all about looking out for those that needed it and an orphanage and school and all that stuff, but she didn't necessarily want to hear the how of it. She tilted to the side and tried to rest her head on top of Nym's, gently of course since she knew the girl was healing, and went about wondering if they were going to move on to more interesting topics. Or at least one's she'd come to hear about.
[17:41] Calix looked down to Naia as she actually read it, and her words he simply smiled. "Adorable indeed.." he whispered, squinting a bit at the note in her hand but of course, it was hieroglyphics and he couldn't be specific. He only listened still to those around.
[17:47] Valkyrie Asta Munthe tilted her head to the other side this time while her attention had been focused on Sovelis...and he did bring up some rather good points. "Well...I was hoping to have my secretary come up with a census so that I can keep track of who comes in and out of the village...but she has failed miserably to keep her attendance , and therefore we are without a census, and a reliable body...I am looking for someone to take her place." Her brow furrowed. "There will be some information that will be not be disclosed at discretion of the person paying the tax...though my treasurer will be the one to privy more information on that, I am sure. I can assure, /though/, to my business owners here, that damages made to any businesses will be paid for...." Her voice trailed off slightly as she noted the two hooded figures in the back that seemed to be talking, but she couldn't hear. "Is there something you two in the back would like to bring to light?"
[17:47] Tiriel Lirana (whispiefelis) stared at the silver-eared elf, the broad accent was a bit hard to make out at first but once she got it, Tiri'd nod, a glance about and her own muttered "Well hardly - make yourself fine fare for any thief to come stealin' about at night... if it all was open access like that." Granted Tiri herself couldn't care less, but - there was the theory of the thing... "Need to keep that sort of thing between just those that need to know and the like..." She'd shake her head and shove off of the wall, her eyes flicking back to peruse those within before shrugging and moving off into the distance.
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[17:50] Crystiel Thistlebush snaps her fingers as the second parchment unroll and floats in front of her, allowing her too read it..this one being much smaller it doesnt take her too long to read through it, she tries to understand it, but her lack of understanding currency to begin with makes it difficult.. but she does understand the basics of what is happening..if not the fine details....according to the first paper those in the Fae courts that she was raised would all be considered non-profit, everyone in the community would have a job to do, typically one they excel at. those that didnt contribute were exiled. doomed to be seperated from their family and court....many of the Fae she has met here were just that....courtless....she really should change that, but shes not quite ready for that just yet, she still need to get a better feel of the local Fae's feelings on that matter.
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[17:52] The Den Mother (valerievixxen) just continued smoking, in silence. And chilling in her council seat. No point in continuing to comment on how maaaahvelous everything was, after ll
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[17:54] Aradhelon Malethlhl Mont D'or sat down, collecting his hands in front of him for a moment after keeping his pipe perfectly between his teeth, smiling cheerfully at Sovelis. "Tax collectors, indeed good sir, as well as my personal assistance as Treasurer for the more larger sums of money and items, such as Businesses and the likes. At the time of tax collection, citizens shall line up and drop their pay at their due accordingly. Every family should be keeping track of their owes, their properties and their income, of course.. And we do have those, such as Cailean, the lovely Captain of the guard..." He motioned off, "Whom is aware of almost all of the civilians coming in and out. The City is not yet that large, we are roughly in check of who lives here and who does not, and we can keep track of who has thus paid their taxes with a bit of office work.. I am, after all, not just here to come up with tax schemes." He would chuckle softly. " As the city grows, we will allocate more resources to sending out doo
[17:54] Aradhelon Malethlhl Mont D'or: guards, however until then we shall stick with this standardized procedure most common throughout most Cities.." He released a ring of smoke. "... As for Transparency, it is indeed as the good Lady Valkyrie says. Though I will be sure to keep all updated with changes and the so forth, certain information should be disclosed to those that it truly involves."
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[17:55] "Go ahead. Eat zem. All zey are good for to us," Naia says to Calix, pushing the parchment into his metal-covered hand. A voice carries to where the hooded figures repose, and Naia senses the query is directed at them. She shifts to peer through the wine rack until she sees Valkyrie. The Siren takes in a deep breath before speaking loudly enough to reach the Lady even with the veil covering the lower half of her face. "The light tends to blind zee truz, fair Lady of Aberwyz. So I will keep my issues to zee dark, where zey belong. We..." She gestures between Calix and herself. "...are just spectators to zis fascinating event." Naia sounds somewhat amused, or it could just be the sing-song quality of her voice.
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[17:58] Calix bristled a bit as the white woman spoke to through the scroll cases. Hearing rattling on about this taxing ordeal and more things he had little knowing of he let out a breath. Though, as Naia spoke he nodded, and smirked to her, taking the parchment and shoving it down the front of his hood. Upon Naia's finished response, he simply nodded and crossed his arms. "Line of landers this way, doors opened..was doing little else." he shrugged, which was basically how they ended up here.
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[17:59] Sovelis Quinn (tigerzak.lorefield) gives a slow, exaggerated nod to both the Lady and the Treasurer's explanations. "All well and good then, I suppose..." Sovelis puts his pencil away and gives a stern look with his crooked nose overs towards Aradhelon, before simply sighing and turning to give a pleasant nod to Valkyrie. "Then I wish you well in finding a replacement, and good fortunes - no pun intended - with this Tax Collection /scheme/." He states, a sneering emphasis on the word scheme thanks to Aradhelon's own words. Looking pat Valkyrie, Sovelis squints and peers through his spectacles to eye up the notice posted upon the wall.
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[18:02] Vincent Keene (vincent3342) he looked forward and around as he entered, hermes on his shoulders as Vincent gazed around the table at the people who attended, and his brows furrowed a little.He looked to his right at Cailean and would then look to his left towards Val. as he shuffled slowly around to his position. standing in the corner by the shelves near the Lady of Aberwyth. he'd keep quiet for a few moments as he watched the gathering.
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[18:10] Valkyrie Asta Munthe looked between Sovelis and Aradhelon and sighed. "Scheme is a horrible word, and I will not hear of it," she would say, her tone a little firmer. "I do not wish to impose taxes upon the people, but as the city grows, certain things will have to be taken care of." her gaze then turned over to Arad. "I do not want guards being involved in any sort of collecting. The people do not need to be intimidated by such." She'd roll her shoulders to relieve some tension. "Though, you," she'd say to Sovelis, "I would like to see at a later date. You have given me an idea." She'd then clear her throat softly before looking back tot he two hooded figures, brow raised at the tone of the female. Something didn't sit well with her about those two. "I see...well I welcome you to my home, regardless," she'd say with a slight smile before looking back tot he others. "Now, enough talk of taxes...It has come to my attention recently about the destruction of the millhouse and the warden's keep..." Clearly by this tone she was no
[18:10] Valkyrie Asta Munthe amused. "Let it be stated now that Aberwyth is and will remain a neutral party...but should this village find itself being caught in the middle, and we will have no choice but to defend her." She'd cross her arms and walked towards the floor, bare feet padding along. "If anyone has any information pertaining to what happened, please speak now."
[18:13] Gerald Baker clears his throat and raises his hand, saying "Well, from what I understand... a wolf broke into the warden keep, began destroying things and attacking people, so it was killed... then the rest of the wolves decided to invade and burn the place down. As for the mill house? Well... they got burn happy? I don't know." he shrugs
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[18:15] Cailean (alistair.greymyst) blinked. Well, he wasn't that well established in town yet but he had a good idea of who was where and did what. He'd already made it a priority to visit almost all of the businesses himself. Of course, a census would probably be good to compile in the days to come, but Aberwyth wasn't such a large city that a single person couldn't remember most the names of the families that lived within it. Two or three could probably cover it completely with some fair bookkeeping. If not that, there were already copies of deeds right there on the shelves. He was in the middle of musing when the man in the glasses began his sneering. "Ah, there goes the pompous shit again," he remarked just loudly enough to be heard, accompanying it with a shake of his head. "I'm sure he'd make a fine and fair councilman, serving others as happily as I'm sure he'd have his wee limp cock serviced. Men who've got nothing better to do than criticize the work of others without offering their help are no better'n anyone else.
[18:15] Cailean (alistair.greymyst): Their shit stinks just as foul." He shrugged a shoulder, knowing that he'd likely get the bad end of the Lady's tongue after this for it, but there was a reason his posting was only temporary! Cailean leaned against the door and listened to the news of the Keep and the Mill -- though it wasn't news to him, he was curious about what everyone else would've made of it.
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[18:15] Oh, but a wicked smile hides behind Naia's veil. Her posture indicates nothing, however, and when she speaks, the tone is laced with a deep sadness. "It is reprehensible when life and property are lost to zee careless ravaging of ozers. My deepest condolences."
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[18:19] Sovelis Quinn (tigerzak.lorefield) turns away and has prepared to move to a position elsewhere in the room to sit out the remainder of the meeting quietly, as Valkyrie's firmly spoken scolding given to both he and Aradhelon had soured things for the evening. Though this turned around some as Sovelis found himself a bit flustered, The Lady having singled him out with a request. "M-me? Oh, hm... well alright I suppose I can oblige either this ev---Oh" The Lady had already moved on to other topics and other duties, Leaving Sovelis talking to himself for a moment while the meeting continues.
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[18:19] Calix listened to the lady...and the man making the comment of the pompous man's pecker...and then Naia speaking he just grinned to himself and let out a little breath. Holding the wine up to his lips and taking a drink before offering it to Naia. "It is much better warm, accompanied by a little music, is it not?" he asked Naia, winking once to her.
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[18:22] Crystiel Thistlebush waits for a lull in the conversations, to speak up, "I was flying above the keep, keeping an eye on wounded, so I got a good looks at that particular battle...it wasnt pretty, but by the time the gate was breached..I had a patient I had to evacuate..so missed the final bouts of that fight. Lots of Puppies, both two legged and four...and 2 others...though I didnt get a good look at them...they didnt seem to be wolves...as every other wolf out there was in a rage...these could still cast spells...which brought down my patient with lightning and fire."
[18:22] Viveka (themis.adasia) perked her attention at the topic that came up next. Exactly what she wanted to hear about especially since she had been in the infirmary for the millhouse bit and really still only had rumors. She looked about the room to whether anyone did speak up and....Gerald had! Of course an oaf would! But he offered no more than what she already knew. She would glance to Naia not too far from her and her expression fell and ears drooped. "Buildings can be rebuilt, it is the life that should be mourned." And she did mourn them even if not knowing any of them involved.
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[18:24] Viveka (themis.adasia): **knowing any of them that had died*
[18:24] Nymeria bit her lip the second the millhouse and keep were mentioned, tilting her head back to look at Viveka. Her heart suddenly felt like it was about to burst out of her chest, and when she looked back towards the lady with the familiar accent, she felt herself subconsciously press her body closer to the woman beside her. She kept absolutely quiet, just as she had been, chewing hard on her lip. This was not going to end well. Naia's words only sparked a bit of a twitch from her ear, although she had definitely taken note of it.
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[18:25] The Den Mother (valerievixxen) finished off her cigarillo and tossed the smoldering butt into what was left of her wine, extinguishing it with a sizzle..."Well once cannot exactleh expect any bettah from animals, Valkeddeh dahling. They may masqueddade as humans all they wish, they will always be animals. Thankfulleh the-ah is nothing wrong with hunting animals. And we have those mahvelous men and women of the wahdens keep to do just that...Now..." she'd move for the door, her thick silk gown brushing against those she passed closely to.."I do so hate to leave eahleh but I've othah mattahs to attend to. Aradhelon can act in my stead. Tatty bye, dahlings! Tatty bye!"
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[18:28] Aradhelon Malethlhl Mont D'or rose a brow, grinning off at the man with his glasses, glancing off at the paper on the wall. "Is that /slander/ I hear? Worthy of my paper, I would bet.." He said very quietly. "But an offense, especially in such a setting... Quite the guts you have..." But he continued no further. It was not his job to enforce the rules, though his thoughts did touch on how even with the most generous and socialist of plans, it always seemed some were unable to be pleased. He gave an entertained smile over at Cailean, expressing a sort of odd glee in his smart-tongued words, before nodding off to his Mother. "Farewell, dear Mother.." He gave to her, before going over his own parchment copy of his work, listening to all that was said and waiting for times he was to make a comment for the sake of assistance.
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[18:30] Reanna Sèitheach (reanna.lockjaw) watched Valk move through the room, and not an ounce of worry, or suspision in her features and her body relaxed against the back of the couch "Th' wardens? sham 'at. Ah woods hink they'd be allied wi' those 'at lived in th' woods, seein' as they baith want tae protect it." She'd tsk softly and shake her head, a look of genuine sadness over the fires in those yellow eyes. "Th' mill.. was it operational? eh'd hate tae hink 'at sic' a necessary buildin' is gain. will make gettin' caller floor an' grains harder fur sure."
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[18:32] Valkyrie Asta Munthe eyed the female next to the amazonian male for a good while, listening and hoping to pick up something in the tone of her voice that she could call out on. Though once Crystiel spoke, she turned her head towards her with a nod. "So, puppies...I see," she'd say, and her expression went from annoyed to very unpleased, especially when she heard Cailean start spewing unpleasant words, and shot him a look. "You may be a temporary Captain, but while you hold this position until I can find someone more suited and qualified for the job, you will do best to act like you have some manners," she chided. "Everyone has their opinions, but will not tolerate that sort of talk in my home, nor will I tolerate slander of any kind." That's when she looked between Sovelis and Arad, then looked to Reanna. "The mill was made into a residence. I do not know who lived there, but that mill has not been functional for its purpose in some years now." She'd take a deep breath and looked about the room. "Now...if there is nothing els
[18:32] Valkyrie Asta Munthe then this meeting will be motioned to close. So...speak now, if something else needs to be said."
[18:34] Naia flits her pale gaze to Viveka when she speaks. Nothing is revealed by what little of her expression is exposed above the veil, but she does nod her head slowly to the woman. Then silver eyes drift to Valkyrie and remain there for an uncomfortable period of time. Naia's attention jerks to Calix swiftly, and her body turns toward the door nearest them. "Zee door, my love. We have ozer business."
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[18:35] Mei Lin (ghostofishtar) stood quietly, looking around the room and doing her best to follow the politics being discussed. It was all a little over her head so she browses the room for people she knows...until her eyes fall on the guard from the Opium Den. Mei tenses slightly and turns her head back to listen to Valkyrie, breathing in deep and convincing herself silently that she had nothing to worry about. She'd gotten away with it, she was certain. But she could swear she felt eyes burning on the back of her head and it was unnerving to say the least.
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[18:36] Cailean (alistair.greymyst): Aye, well, he'd expected that much. "With respect, m'lady, everyone's got arseholes too and some stink more than others. I'll do my best to behave. My apologies." He struck a low bow, accepting the admonishment without much embarrassment; he'd supported the new treasurer and if he'd had to be chastised for having a rough tongue, so be it!
[18:37] Calix watched the exchange between Viveka and Naia, and then Valk and her staring at Naia. "even when you cover up, you have people beyond me dreaming under." he coo'd softly to Naia before holding the door open for her. "Let us be gone then...lovely...home." he said, eying the structure and would exit after Naia if she did.
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[18:38] Kareena (paperrobin) followed the rumors of some sort of meeting and yet she wandered about for a good hour before she spotted a building with people she could see through the windows. She approached and lifted a hand to caress door handle before tugging it open and stepping inside with her typical look of wide-eyed wonder, looking about in silent question.
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[18:40] Viveka (themis.adasia) did nothing to push Nym away but instead hugged into the woman for comfort. Her eyes cast around the room till they landed on Mei and a smirk started to form on her face till she quickly stopped herself. What a beautiful coincidence that the thief decided to show up at the meeting. Her eyes would go back to Valk when she continued speaking, and she would give Nym another subtle squeeze. She would turn to face Arryik, the grin beginning to form again. "Are you almost ready to go dove? I think she needs to rest soon. She is still recovering," she would say, nodding towards Nym. Though she was not quite ready to leave yet, she had done and said anything she could for the time being.
[18:41] Reanna Sèitheach (reanna.lockjaw) nodded once and offered a smile to Valk before she'd push off the couch "Good ta know." All she'd say on the matter before she bowed her head and without another word would make her way out the door to go harass marcus about their next shipment.
[18:41] Aradhelon Malethlhl Mont D'or looked over to Valkyrie as she gave another slash of her whip, his cheeks nice and poofy with his happy grin, almost playful and cherub in nature, before he perked up and clapped his hands, standing up and and having his heels click on over to Viveka. "My dear, sweet Lady Viveka, I do hope to talk with you soon. I seek to help you personally with such horrendous numbers I brought up... And to you, Captain Cailean.. I so very much appreciate your defense of my hard work. It shant be forgotten. Should you ever need of the anything in return for the upkeep of my name, you should but ask it..." He purred, spinning on his heel to face him. "I do believe I also owe you an example of trust..." He taps his mask a few times, a tiny smirk on his porcelain pale lips.
[18:41] Nymeria knew she needed to act stronger in this situation, but in light of nearly losing her life during that fight, it was a bit difficult to do. Luckily, no one really seemed to pick up on how she started to cower away the second everything was mentioned. When Viveka had spoken, she just ignored it, her eyes still trained on the white haired woman. She opened her mouth to speak, but.. The words didn't come out at first, and she shut it, tried to make it look as though she were still thinking, then tried again. "What is to become of those of those responsible for the incidents at the Keep and the Millhouse?" She questioned in that accent that mirrored Valkyrie's. God, she was going to regret that.
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[18:43] Mei Lin (ghostofishtar) sees the meeting is disbanding and is certainly happy to start to move toward the door and scurry back home. She hadn't expected to see the guarded guard from the den here...he didn't seem to be the big meeting kind of fellow. She wouldn't know anyone else from there so if she could just quietly slip out. But there was a crowd by the door. Mei wrings her hands, growing more nervous and waits.
[18:43] Crystiel Thistlebush nods to the Lady but tilts her head in confusion...did nobody ever tell her it was the garou who attacked the keep. it was the full moon, they did as much the month before....the puppies were not the mystery and if it was just them, completely understandable....but. it was those other two...who stood inside the ranks of wolves...who were not wolves themselves, casting spells.....the Mystery is why were they not also being attacked by the wolves on their night of Rage..and were they in fact directing the wolves in some way...but she keeps those thoughts to herself, she did mention the other two...maybe someone will look more into it...or not. shes just a healer and in the end its none of her buisiness, as long as she heals those in need.
[18:44] Arryik would have been barely paying any attention to what was going on with the meeting. Having wished that he would have perfected the art of sleeping while standing up. His eyes wandered around the room until they landed on the woman from the other day in the Den that had stolen from him. His eyes didn't leave her as soon as he saw her. His fists balling up as he thought of what she did. When the woman looked away, Arryik would not, his eyes staring the woman down. Even when Vika would speak to him he would simply nod in response to her question, opting to remain silent for now while his eyes watched the thief.
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[18:49] Cailean (alistair.greymyst): Thieving!? Arriyk should've reported it to the Guard! So he'd have things to do and could run away from getting a tongue lashing from the Lady of the Village. And what did Vivika steal anyway? Only thing that woman stole was hearts and virginities and you couldn't get those back -- unless it was bloody or sopping. Not that it'd been Viveka. And not that Cailean knew about any thieving so he just stood there, nodding to Arad. "Ah, well, you've been generous in your allocation to the guard, Councilor. With respect to the Lady of the Village, I'm just a rougher sort of man and she's about right, I could use with more politeness. There might be a small matter you could help me with, though, if you've a moment and an ear to spare." He shuddered at the mask, deciding that he didn't want to know what was on the other side. Probably tentacles.
[18:49] Valkyrie Asta Munthe continued staring at Cailean for a while, still giving him that look before nodding to Arad as he spoke. "Of course. We can discuss it later." As it seemed that people were leaving now, she started to relax, though tensed /right/ back up as the woman with her accent asked her question, and her eyes were cast in her direction. "That is to be further discussed with the guards and the council. Even if the keep and the milhouse do not technically fall under Aberwyth Jurisdiction, this will be treated as if it happened here in the village, and will be under full investigation."
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