Ely edit Dec 28 2022:
1-6 qps, depending on length and quality.
Rplizer +1 qps : x
Extra meticulous edit +1 qps : x
Length bonus +1-2 qps : o
Summary: +1 qps : x
Total: 4 qps, Ylsa also awarded
Bonus qps: 2x holidaze
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A short exchange between a Merchant who had dollar signs in her eyes when she saw a new Novice.
Main Characters: Amilesa and Ylsa
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Tower Square
This side of the square is the southern section of the Tower Square.
In the center is the walled off White Tower. To the south a large
boulevard opens up leading to the Southharbor. To the north you see
the southern gate of the Tower grounds. The square continues east
and west.
A large banner rests here, depicting a map of Tar Valon.
[ obvious exits: N E S W ] [ N: TarlomensGate ]
A marble bench, flecked with gold and bronze, adorns the floor.
An oil lamp, set in a steel cage, hangs from a high wooden pole.
An elaborately sculpted marble fountain splashes merrily.
A stout wooden barrel stands nearby.
A woman goes about her daily business here.
A smartly dressed man ambles about here.
A Tower Guard watches for signs of trouble.
|1|.A tall dust-colored gelding prances in a circle here.
The Tar Valon town crier stands here, spreading the news.
|2|.A gray palfrey prances skittishly nearby.
Amilesa gives a wooden bucket to the Tar Valon town crier.
The Tar Valon town crier thanks Amilesa heartily.
The Tar Valon town crier grins at Amilesa.
Ylsa has arrived from the west, riding a |3|.black stallion.
Ylsa looks at Amilesa.
Amilesa curtseys before Ylsa.
Ylsa bows before Amilesa.
Amilesa says 'Good evening, Merchant.'
Ylsa says 'Good evening, novice'
The rain stops.
Ylsa says 'Good to see you on such a lovely day. Is there anything I could get you?'
Amilesa lifts a piece of fruit to her mouth before pausing.
Amilesa says 'Care for a slive of fruit?'
Ylsa ponders life, the universe, and everything.
Ylsa gives you a handful of blackberries.
Amilesa lifts a piece of fruit in the air.
Ylsa says 'I can share mine'
Amilesa shows a strange fruit to Ylsa.
Ylsa nods at Amilesa.
Amilesa gives a strange fruit to Ylsa.
Ylsa says 'Ah, I've seen those various times'
Ylsa thanks Amilesa heartily.
Ylsa says 'They are nutritious in times of need'
Amilesa un-wraps a piece of fruit from her pack.
Amilesa eats the fruit.
Ylsa says 'But the taste cannot equal natural fruits'
Amilesa says 'I imagine not. Just another trade-off in the world. Taste for speed.'
Ylsa nods at Amilesa.
Amilesa says 'I'm just trying to figure out some of the tasks for Sheriam Sedai. Haven't solved some of them, despite my brainstorming.'
Ylsa says 'Sure, your strange fruit is unafected by the usual plagues of any harvest. Too hot weather, too cold weather, too windy weather, mice, birds, beatles...'
Ylsa says 'Yes, I've... heard Sheriam Sedai is indeed a hard task master.'
Ylsa ponders life, the universe, and everything.
The Tar Valon town crier beams a smile at Ylsa.
Amilesa says 'Must come from dealing with us Novices.'
Ylsa says 'Perhaps she could be in a more generous mood, if she got a present? Of course not directly from novices..'
Amilesa quickly corrects herself.
Ylsa ponders life, the universe, and everything.
Ylsa says 'Would you happen to have any idea what would please her?'
Amilesa says 'Not me, of course.'
Ylsa grins at Amilesa.
Amilesa says 'Besides a vacation?'
Ylsa ponders life, the universe, and everything.
Ylsa says 'A vacation I cannot find for her. But many other things are possible.'
Ylsa says 'Some of the Aes Sedai like expensive jewels, is she one of those?'
Amilesa says 'For one, some Novices had an argument and she needs me to find her a broom.'
Amilesa scrunches her face in thought before exlaiming Yes.
Ylsa says 'Oh, a broom, such an everyday object... You should find it indeed, it is probably hidden somewhere in the Tower.'
Ylsa says 'But it is no present!'
Amilesa says 'Actually, she did say she was looking for a ring she lost. A casualty of her pet ferret, she thinks.'
Ylsa says 'If she were a Brown, I'd try to get you a book for her, but she is not.'
Ylsa nods at Amilesa.
Ylsa says 'Hmm, I might look for a new ring for her, to complete her collection'
Amilesa says 'A book...a book...'
Amilesa pulls out a notebook and looks at some notes written in it that resemble chicken scratches.
Ylsa says 'Or some Aes Sedai appreciate art, or even music. A gleeman's show could be arranged perhaps.'
Ylsa ponders life, the universe, and everything.
Ylsa says 'So, take your pick, what do you want me to have delivered to the Mistress of Novices? And is there any good timing for you?'
Ylsa peers closely at Amilesa; she should guard her secrets carefully...
Amilesa says 'She is also looking for a book. She must not be able to keep things on her desk. So many people coming in and out, I suppose.'
Ylsa nods to herself, she must need reassurance.
Amilesa says 'What about hard candies? Do you have any of those? Everyone loves hard candies.'
Ylsa says 'Hmm, what an idea! I will be on the look out for hard candies for her.'
Amilesa rummages in her bag, faint clinking noises can be heard.
Amilesa says 'Do you pay you now, or upon delivery?'
Ylsa curiously looks at the bag
Ylsa says 'Upon delivery is fine, novice. My prices are rather friendly, for the members of the Tower.'
Ylsa smiles at Amilesa.
Amilesa gives her one copper.
Ylsa says 'We'll meet soon, I'll have the present prepared for you.'
Amilesa says 'Here, an advance for you.'
Ylsa nods at Amilesa.
Ylsa says 'Thank you, novice.'
Ylsa says 'Have a great day.'
Ylsa bows deeply.
Amilesa plops on the ground and starts drawing a word map on her notebook.
Ylsa leaves south riding a black stallion.
Amilesa looks up to say goodbye, her pen in her mouth.