Aldywn/Crenna (Social Chat Dec. 27, 2015) ---&RPaward
Posted: Thu Feb 08, 2024 8:47 pm
Point of view: Crenna
Main character: Crenna
Main character: Aldwyn
OOC: Thanks to Aldwyn for the pleasant chat. I appreciated the opportunity to work on Crenna's RP a bit as she's a new character (e.g., lacking the years of in-game history my other alts have). FYI I will -not- normally stay up that late. Past 3 a.m. Yikes! hehe
Aldywn and Crenna talking about status/goals, Cairhien, Feast of Lights, decorum/control/drinking, concussion (1.25 hours, Dec. 27, 2015)
The Northern Gate of Mayene
The massive north gate is heavily guarded. Tall iron portcullises protect
the city from attack, and small murder holes above the gate are barely
visible. A small alley leads off to the west, and looks to lead to seedier
parts of town. Tall towers dominate the view of the city to the south. The
stone road here is worn smooth.
[ obvious exits: N S ]
An oil lamp, set in a steel cage, hangs from a high wooden pole.
A stout wooden barrel stands nearby.
An Elite Winged Guard stands here, defending his country with his life.
Lord Aldwyn Cuebiyar a'Ayende is standing here.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
Crenna smiles happily.
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A gleam of sapphire blue flashes as he casually brushes dark hair from his
eyes, his broad shoulders amidst his lean figure reveal the hidden strength
of discipline. A rougish grin there that distracts you, and he is gone.
Aldwyn smiles at Crenna.
Aldwyn says 'Evening'
Crenna says 'Good evening, Aldwyn.'
Crenna says 'I didn't want to interrupt your thoughts.'
It is 1 o'clock pm, on the 27th day of the month of Aine, year 1091.
According to legend and prophecy, this is the Zunth Turn of the Wheel.
Aldwyn says 'What thoughts come these days anyway'
Aldwyn shakes his head.
Aldwyn says 'How are you adjusting to your new duties?'
Crenna says 'I've gotten a list of my tasks and it's quite an impressive and extensive list.'
Crenna says 'These will keep me busy for some time, I suspect.'
Crenna says 'More than that though, it is nice seeing the care shown towards others that can be seen by some of these tasks.'
Crenna says 'Along with admiration for the Lady First.'
Aldwyn smiles happily.
Crenna says 'I am also honoured to be given the responsibility of negotiating trade agreements'
Aldwyn says 'Indeed. She is quite the amazing woman.'
Crenna smiles slightly.
Aldwyn says 'Yes, it is quite the task.'
Aldwyn says 'The Seafolk are tough negotiators as well.'
Crenna says 'I wonder...'
Crenna says 'I would always operate under the premise that my work is confidential...but I don't suppose I could mention to my parents...'
Crenna says 'Well with the Feast of Lights celebration in Cairhien soon, I thought to visit the country estates.'
Crenna says 'My parents will of course want an update and will want to be reassured that my actions have value and reflect well on my family.'
The sun slowly sinks behind the majestic towers of Mayene.
Aldwyn ponders life, the universe, and everything.
Aldwyn says 'There's nothing to stop you from contacting them...'
Crenna says 'I don't suppose, I could mention, along with my promotion of course, that I have been entrusted with arranging trade agreements?'
The night has begun.
Crenna says 'That would be quite meaningful to them. Perhaps if I didn't give any details, it would be okay?'
A Mayene gatekeeper closes the Northgate.
A Mayene gatekeeper locks the Northgate.
Aldwyn says 'Might I suggest you try to complete the trade agreements before the Festival?'
Crenna says 'Of course.'
Crenna says 'Confidentiality is important and so that was my first concern.'
Aldwyn says 'Surely that would be even more meaningful to them to see that you succeeded in negotiating such agreements?'
Crenna says 'Of course.'
Crenna says 'I will try, but such negotiations of course may take longer than I have.'
Aldwyn says 'We have no need to hide our dealings with the Sea Folk. Unless you're planning to talk to a Tairen about it...'
Crenna says 'No, never that.'
Aldwyn eyes you closely, seeming to pierce through you with his gaze.
Aldwyn smirks.
Aldwyn says 'Of course not'
Crenna says 'My mother is from Mayene and my father from Cairhien.'
Aldwyn says 'You're father got the better part of that deal...'
Aldwyn smirks.
Crenna says 'Our family would not lower themselves to conduct business with Tairens. '
Aldwyn says 'Mayener women are...unique creatures to put it mildly.'
Aldwyn nods at Crenna.
Crenna says 'You are speaking to one.'
Crenna grins.
Crenna says 'I mean, it's only the last couple of years I was at the Cairhien country estate.'
Aldwyn says 'I'm aware. And I meant no disrespect to you or your family.'
Crenna says 'None taken.'
Aldwyn says 'If you recall...I found myself in Mayene because of a Mayener girl.'
Aldwyn smirks.
Crenna says 'Indeed.'
Crenna says 'I cannot imagine all you've experienced.'
Aldwyn says 'But yes you can tell them as much as you wish. Although you might refrain from the details of the agreement as you never know what will be of use to someone in Cairhien's Great Game'
Crenna says 'They need not know anything beyond knowing that I will not marry for political reasons.'
Aldwyn nods and looks up to the sky wistfully.
Crenna says 'I honour them and of course believe in duty, but I can raise our status through hard work and working up the ranks.'
Aldwyn says 'I've seen a lot. I've loved. I've drank. I've made and lost fortunes. I've swindled myself out of bad situations and into as many.'
Aldwyn nods at Crenna.
Aldwyn says 'I am sure they will be quite proud of you.'
Crenna smiles happily.
Crenna says 'That is a kind of you to say.'
Crenna says 'As for you, I hope the net value of your experiences was positive. That you've had more happiness than loss.'
The sun crests over the towers of Mayene, flooding the city with light.
Crenna says 'I have not known extremes as you have, I think.'
Aldwyn says 'I have lived a life with very few regrets, and if I were die tomorrow I could still say that I lived a full life.'
Aldwyn says 'Which is more than most my age could claim I think.'
Aldwyn shrugs helplessly.
Crenna says 'There isn't much more than that.'
Aldwyn says 'And if you believe Santino's drunken prattle then I've made at least some difference as well.'
Crenna chuckles politely.
Aldwyn reaches out and touches the stonework around the gate.
Crenna says 'I've found, in experience, that such drink tends to bring our honesty more than lies.'
Crenna says 'Not that I drink to excess. I of course mean in others.'
Crenna stops using a full metal helmet and visor.
Aldwyn says 'You don't date your chairs?'
Aldwyn smirks.
Crenna says 'I don't understand. Chairs?'
Aldwyn says 'My apologies it must have been Caia that was there that night.'
Crenna says 'I would guess so.'
Aldwyn says 'A young Theq got so drunk he was speaking words of love to his seat'
Crenna says 'I can't imagine.'
Crenna says 'It's not.. proper.'
Crenna says 'I mean...'
Crenna says 'Well it's not my place.'
Aldwyn says 'It's ok'
Aldwyn says 'It truly is not proper.'
Crenna says 'I was raised differently, with different goals.'
Aldwyn says 'But propriety has little to do with soldiers when they're drinking'
Crenna says 'I will need to adjust then perhaps.'
Crenna says 'My time in Cairhien, affected me deeply.'
Aldwyn says 'Spend a tavern trip or two with some of the others and you'll see a whole new side.'
Aldwyn says 'I do recommend it though. As among soldiers it's a time of bonding.'
Aldwyn says 'Celebrating each others lives and successes and failures, because you never know what the next day holds.'
Crenna looks doubtful.
Crenna says 'But at what cost? Once one's reputation is tarnished, it can be hard to come back from.'
Crenna coughs.
Crenna says 'I'm sorry... I.'
Aldwyn says 'I understand that all to well, but what happens in the taverns matters little and can add levity to the battlefield'
Aldwyn says 'Lest the soldiers forget what they're fighting to protect.'
Crenna stammers, 'My parents are ambitious and I learned from a young age that our actions and appearances at all times matter.'
Aldwyn says 'And they do'
Aldwyn says 'I was never much of a drinker myself. Had spent too many nights stealing from those who were.'
Crenna says 'I can understand that. And of course, with the loosening of tongues and inhibitions, sometimes wars of power can be won without even drawing a weapon.'
Crenna falls silent, considering.
Aldwyn says 'But sometimes you drink with the others to keep the appearance and help them feel you are one of them instead of standing apart.'
Crenna says 'Yes, but I wouldn't want to be or feel false.'
Aldwyn says 'And that is admirable, and will be accepted just as the other.'
Aldwyn says 'At least until you face a true danger with a group of your brothers and sisters...that's when most crack and give in to the moment.'
Crenna says 'Yes.'
Crenna says 'That I've experienced. Fighting so hard with all my being that it's hard to stop afterwards.'
Aldwyn says 'Myself...I have to be adaptable and blend into any environment which means not drawing attention.'
Aldwyn nods at Crenna.
Crenna says 'The moment where your life and the lives of those you are about are on the line... where everyone is injured and it becomes a matter of will.'
Crenna nods in agreement.
Aldwyn says 'Or sometimes in places such as Cairhien or Tar Valon...it means drawing attention'
Aldwyn winks suggestively at Crenna.
Crenna smiles happily.
Crenna nods.
Crenna says 'So very true.'
Crenna says 'Have you ever attended the Feast of Lights? '
Aldwyn says 'Once'
Aldwyn says 'Though it was a differenet view from where I was'
Crenna says 'Oh?'
Aldwyn says 'I had to break into the Chapter House during the Festival once.'
Crenna says 'I was going to say, the disguises and break from protocol can be very freeing...but you broke into the Chapter House?!'
Aldwyn grins evilly.
Aldwyn says 'I was under orders and on a very time sensitive mission.'
Aldwyn says 'A girl's life was at stake'
Crenna says 'Oh really?'
Crenna says 'Is that all you're going to tell me?'
Aldwyn nods in agreement.
Aldwyn says 'I can't say much more than that really...'
Crenna says 'Very well. Perhaps it wasn't as exciting as it sounded.'
Crenna chuckles politely.
Aldwyn says 'Other than I've never had a woman take so much to woo to my point of view as that Illuminator...'
Crenna looks at you closely.
Aldwyn winks suggestively at Crenna.
Crenna laughs.
Aldwyn says 'She was downright mean...threatening to burn me with these strange sticks she carried...'
Aldwyn says 'No way to treat a guest'
Aldwyn says 'ALthough I suppose I was an uninvited and unwelcome guest...'
Aldwyn shrugs helplessly.
Aldwyn says 'It all worked out'
Crenna says 'My own imagination will have to suffice.'
Crenna grins.
Aldwyn says 'I suppose so. I made a promise to that woman never to speak of the things I saw. And a promise to a beautiful woman is a sacred thing'
Crenna says 'Any promise is a sacred thing!'
Crenna chuckles politely.
Aldwyn grins evilly.
Crenna says 'Although I suppose my promise of loyalty to Berelain means more to you considering she is a beautiful woman?'
Crenna winks.
Aldwyn grins evilly.
Aldwyn says 'What that promise means to you matters more than what it means to anyone else'
Crenna her laughing subsided, nods.
Aldwyn says 'And what I should have said...is a promise to a beautiful woman who terrifies me the way that one did...'
Crenna smiles happily.
Aldwyn rubs at a spot on his chest with a smile.
Crenna says 'You terrified? I take it she was from Mayene.'
Aldwyn says 'You know I hadn't the nerve to ask.'
Aldwyn says 'All I can say is that woman liked her fire'
Crenna smiles happily.
Crenna looks off in the distance.
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A gleam of sapphire blue flashes as he casually brushes dark hair from his
eyes, his broad shoulders amidst his lean figure reveal the hidden strength
of discipline. A rougish grin there that distracts you, and he is gone.
Crenna says 'Although it wasn't expected due to my preconceptions of military organizations...'
Crenna says 'I am pleased to have been surprised by your openness and lack of...well the kind of distance I had expected in a high ranking official.'
Aldwyn chuckles politely.
Aldwyn says 'and how was I supposed to be?'
Aldwyn says 'Telling you to polish your boots?'
Crenna says 'Based on my preconceptions and a few years of living in Cairhien?'
Crenna says 'Well really just reserved. Private.'
Crenna says 'Only sharing information if you will gain advantage.'
Crenna says 'Being friendly for political advantage and not...warmth.'
Crenna says 'Warmth.'
Crenna coughs loudly.
Crenna says 'That has a meaning I didn't intend.'
Crenna chuckles politely.
Aldwyn smirks.
Aldwyn nods in agreement.
Crenna corrects herself, 'I meant warmth of heart.'
Aldwyn says 'I understand what you're saying.'
Crenna says 'I still of course feel the need to be stiflingly formal in some cases of course.'
Crenna says 'Well I suppose we come full circle actually.'
Aldwyn says 'And I'm glad you feel that way, so I won't deny there are things I keep reserved from almost all.'
Crenna nods in agreement.
Aldwyn says 'There are things I do for Mayene...that only Lady Berelain and a couple others know of'
Crenna says 'I don't have the clearance to know even a fraction of what most of you do and so I wouldn't expect otherwise.'
A drunken fool has arrived from the south.
Crenna says 'However, I've realized something just now.'
Aldwyn says 'Oh?'
Crenna says 'I grew up in an environment heavy in strict protocol... so for me to relax, well talking with you as we have been, sober, is enough of a change.'
Crenna says 'Perhaps for others who are accustomed to less protocol and stiffness in their day to day lives...'
Crenna says 'For them to relax they need to go a degree lower and so drink to help relax.'
Crenna says 'The main thing that changes is just where we started from, perhaps?'
Crenna shrugs.
Crenna says 'Perhaps it is late and my mind is making up connections.'
Crenna smiles happily.
Aldwyn says 'Perhaps. Although I didn't come from the same sort of protocols you did, my life as a street urchin required a strict and disciplined lifestyle'
Aldwyn says 'So perhaps that's why I don't feel the need to drink to relax either'
Aldwyn says 'Although, I still feel you'll join the men and women one day. It happened to me after all'
Crenna says 'Interesting.'
Crenna says 'Well I'm certainly open to trying new things.'
Crenna says 'Especially if someone I trust has my back.'
Crenna smiles.
Aldwyn says 'And perhaps that is it. When you come through a harrowing ordeal with brothers and sisters at arms. You can't help but trust them afterwards.'
Crenna says 'Well.'
Crenna says 'Speaking freely.'
Crenna pauses.
Aldwyn nods for you to continue.
Crenna says 'I could not trust myself to drink, perhaps to excess, to the point of having less control...with someone who also drinks to excess and talks to chairs.'
Aldwyn chuckles politely.
Aldwyn says 'Indeed'
Crenna says 'Trusting my life with one who is sober is different than with one who is not.'
Crenna says 'Circumstances dictate the level of trust in this case.'
Aldwyn says 'It will change one day, I promise. I trusted nobody when I first came here. Now I trust any one of the Guard would throw down their life for me'
Aldwyn says 'Not that I'd ever ask them to'
Crenna says 'Oh I already trust in that.'
Aldwyn says 'Santino and I have gotten into many a scrapes because of neither of us being willing to leave the other'
Aldwyn chuckles politely.
Crenna says 'Fighting to the point of being out of control with critical wounds... and they didn't let me down.'
A drunken fool arches an eyebrow.
A drunken fool stumbles a few steps from you.
A drunken fool turns at you quickly.
A drunken fool says 'I will give you a fight.'
A drunken fool throws a dirty rock at you!
A drunken fool wields a dirty rock.
A drunken fool grins evilly.
A dirty rock arcs through the air.
A dirty rock arcs through the air.
A dirty rock just misses you and falls to the ground.
Ooomf!! You are struck by a dirty rock!
Crenna blast a drunken fool's left foot into bloody fragments!
A Winged Guard joins your fight!
A Winged Guard joins a Winged Guard's fight!
A Winged Guard joins a Winged Guard's fight!
A Winged Guard joins a Winged Guard's fight!
A Winged Guard joins a Winged Guard's fight!
A Winged Guard slashes a drunken fool's left leg very hard.
A drunken fool is mortally wounded, and will die soon, if not aided.
A Winged Guard slashes a drunken fool's body into bloody fragments!
A drunken fool is dead! R.I.P.
Crenna's blood freezes as you hear a drunken fool's death cry.
Crenna rubs her head.
Aldwyn frowns.
Aldwyn says 'And speaking of trusting drunks...'
Aldwyn sighs loudly.
Crenna says 'And to think I felt it safe to relax with my hair hanging free and my helmet off.'
Crenna wears a full metal helmet and visor on her head.
Crenna stops using a full metal helmet and visor.
Crenna rubs her head.
Crenna says 'Swelling. '
Crenna says 'I had thought I might go to sleep soon, but now I must stay awake.'
Aldwyn moves in closer and runs his hand into your hair to move it aside and look at the injury.
Aldwyn nods a little, "You should go see the Wisdom."
Crenna sways a bit on her feet.
Crenna sighs in annoyance.
Crenna says 'Could I lean on your arm please while we walk there?'
Aldwyn says 'Do you know the way?'
Crenna says 'It's not that, I'm feeling foggy.'
Aldwyn nods in agreement.
Crenna now follows Aldwyn.
Crenna says 'If the wisdom is unavailable, someone should make sure I don't fall asleep for a few hours.'
Crenna says 'Any guard you trust would do.'
Crenna says 'Or even the innkeeper perhaps.'
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Reception of the Soaring Hawk Inn
A long hallway leads into dozens of tidy rooms that are constantly cleaned.
A large desk lays against one side of the room, behind which the innkeeper
rents out his rooms to customers. A large fireplace is built into the southern
wall, and warms the room.
A ledger lies on a small stand.
[ obvious exits: D ]
Lord Aldwyn Cuebiyar a'Ayende is standing here.
An Elite Winged Guard stands here, defending his country with his life.
The innkeeper bustles about, helping guests into rooms.
Aldwyn says 'I could always put you in Santino's room...he screams and has nightmares...should keep you awake.'
Aldwyn smirks.
Crenna laughs then winces slightly.
Aldwyn nods at the innkeeper.
Crenna says 'Thank you.'
Aldwyn says 'Look after, Crenna would you?'
Crenna says 'Madame, I think, I may have suffered a concussion.'
Crenna stops following Aldwyn.
Aldwyn says 'Take care, Crenna. Rest up'
Crenna accepts the Innkeeper's care as she helps her sit in a chair.
Crenna says 'Thank you Aldwyn.'
Crenna waves Aldwyn off while the Innkeeper prattles on about how Crenna must stay awake.
Crenna says 'Yes...'
Crenna says 'I know...'
Crenna says 'Perhaps a strong tea?'
Crenna rubs her head.
Crenna rests her chin in one hand, her eyes start to close.
Crenna jumps when the Innkeeper returns with a cup of tea, 'Crenna, dear, you must stay awake!'
Crenna has a look of relief once enough time has passed that the Innkeeper announces she can go to bed.
Crenna nods a thanks, climbs into the bed, and drifts off to sleep.
The innkeeper stores your belongings and helps you into your private chamber.
Main character: Crenna
Main character: Aldwyn
OOC: Thanks to Aldwyn for the pleasant chat. I appreciated the opportunity to work on Crenna's RP a bit as she's a new character (e.g., lacking the years of in-game history my other alts have). FYI I will -not- normally stay up that late. Past 3 a.m. Yikes! hehe
Aldywn and Crenna talking about status/goals, Cairhien, Feast of Lights, decorum/control/drinking, concussion (1.25 hours, Dec. 27, 2015)
The Northern Gate of Mayene
The massive north gate is heavily guarded. Tall iron portcullises protect
the city from attack, and small murder holes above the gate are barely
visible. A small alley leads off to the west, and looks to lead to seedier
parts of town. Tall towers dominate the view of the city to the south. The
stone road here is worn smooth.
[ obvious exits: N S ]
An oil lamp, set in a steel cage, hangs from a high wooden pole.
A stout wooden barrel stands nearby.
An Elite Winged Guard stands here, defending his country with his life.
Lord Aldwyn Cuebiyar a'Ayende is standing here.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
A member of the Winged Guard stands here on guard.
Crenna smiles happily.
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A gleam of sapphire blue flashes as he casually brushes dark hair from his
eyes, his broad shoulders amidst his lean figure reveal the hidden strength
of discipline. A rougish grin there that distracts you, and he is gone.
Aldwyn smiles at Crenna.
Aldwyn says 'Evening'
Crenna says 'Good evening, Aldwyn.'
Crenna says 'I didn't want to interrupt your thoughts.'
It is 1 o'clock pm, on the 27th day of the month of Aine, year 1091.
According to legend and prophecy, this is the Zunth Turn of the Wheel.
Aldwyn says 'What thoughts come these days anyway'
Aldwyn shakes his head.
Aldwyn says 'How are you adjusting to your new duties?'
Crenna says 'I've gotten a list of my tasks and it's quite an impressive and extensive list.'
Crenna says 'These will keep me busy for some time, I suspect.'
Crenna says 'More than that though, it is nice seeing the care shown towards others that can be seen by some of these tasks.'
Crenna says 'Along with admiration for the Lady First.'
Aldwyn smiles happily.
Crenna says 'I am also honoured to be given the responsibility of negotiating trade agreements'
Aldwyn says 'Indeed. She is quite the amazing woman.'
Crenna smiles slightly.
Aldwyn says 'Yes, it is quite the task.'
Aldwyn says 'The Seafolk are tough negotiators as well.'
Crenna says 'I wonder...'
Crenna says 'I would always operate under the premise that my work is confidential...but I don't suppose I could mention to my parents...'
Crenna says 'Well with the Feast of Lights celebration in Cairhien soon, I thought to visit the country estates.'
Crenna says 'My parents will of course want an update and will want to be reassured that my actions have value and reflect well on my family.'
The sun slowly sinks behind the majestic towers of Mayene.
Aldwyn ponders life, the universe, and everything.
Aldwyn says 'There's nothing to stop you from contacting them...'
Crenna says 'I don't suppose, I could mention, along with my promotion of course, that I have been entrusted with arranging trade agreements?'
The night has begun.
Crenna says 'That would be quite meaningful to them. Perhaps if I didn't give any details, it would be okay?'
A Mayene gatekeeper closes the Northgate.
A Mayene gatekeeper locks the Northgate.
Aldwyn says 'Might I suggest you try to complete the trade agreements before the Festival?'
Crenna says 'Of course.'
Crenna says 'Confidentiality is important and so that was my first concern.'
Aldwyn says 'Surely that would be even more meaningful to them to see that you succeeded in negotiating such agreements?'
Crenna says 'Of course.'
Crenna says 'I will try, but such negotiations of course may take longer than I have.'
Aldwyn says 'We have no need to hide our dealings with the Sea Folk. Unless you're planning to talk to a Tairen about it...'
Crenna says 'No, never that.'
Aldwyn eyes you closely, seeming to pierce through you with his gaze.
Aldwyn smirks.
Aldwyn says 'Of course not'
Crenna says 'My mother is from Mayene and my father from Cairhien.'
Aldwyn says 'You're father got the better part of that deal...'
Aldwyn smirks.
Crenna says 'Our family would not lower themselves to conduct business with Tairens. '
Aldwyn says 'Mayener women are...unique creatures to put it mildly.'
Aldwyn nods at Crenna.
Crenna says 'You are speaking to one.'
Crenna grins.
Crenna says 'I mean, it's only the last couple of years I was at the Cairhien country estate.'
Aldwyn says 'I'm aware. And I meant no disrespect to you or your family.'
Crenna says 'None taken.'
Aldwyn says 'If you recall...I found myself in Mayene because of a Mayener girl.'
Aldwyn smirks.
Crenna says 'Indeed.'
Crenna says 'I cannot imagine all you've experienced.'
Aldwyn says 'But yes you can tell them as much as you wish. Although you might refrain from the details of the agreement as you never know what will be of use to someone in Cairhien's Great Game'
Crenna says 'They need not know anything beyond knowing that I will not marry for political reasons.'
Aldwyn nods and looks up to the sky wistfully.
Crenna says 'I honour them and of course believe in duty, but I can raise our status through hard work and working up the ranks.'
Aldwyn says 'I've seen a lot. I've loved. I've drank. I've made and lost fortunes. I've swindled myself out of bad situations and into as many.'
Aldwyn nods at Crenna.
Aldwyn says 'I am sure they will be quite proud of you.'
Crenna smiles happily.
Crenna says 'That is a kind of you to say.'
Crenna says 'As for you, I hope the net value of your experiences was positive. That you've had more happiness than loss.'
The sun crests over the towers of Mayene, flooding the city with light.
Crenna says 'I have not known extremes as you have, I think.'
Aldwyn says 'I have lived a life with very few regrets, and if I were die tomorrow I could still say that I lived a full life.'
Aldwyn says 'Which is more than most my age could claim I think.'
Aldwyn shrugs helplessly.
Crenna says 'There isn't much more than that.'
Aldwyn says 'And if you believe Santino's drunken prattle then I've made at least some difference as well.'
Crenna chuckles politely.
Aldwyn reaches out and touches the stonework around the gate.
Crenna says 'I've found, in experience, that such drink tends to bring our honesty more than lies.'
Crenna says 'Not that I drink to excess. I of course mean in others.'
Crenna stops using a full metal helmet and visor.
Aldwyn says 'You don't date your chairs?'
Aldwyn smirks.
Crenna says 'I don't understand. Chairs?'
Aldwyn says 'My apologies it must have been Caia that was there that night.'
Crenna says 'I would guess so.'
Aldwyn says 'A young Theq got so drunk he was speaking words of love to his seat'
Crenna says 'I can't imagine.'
Crenna says 'It's not.. proper.'
Crenna says 'I mean...'
Crenna says 'Well it's not my place.'
Aldwyn says 'It's ok'
Aldwyn says 'It truly is not proper.'
Crenna says 'I was raised differently, with different goals.'
Aldwyn says 'But propriety has little to do with soldiers when they're drinking'
Crenna says 'I will need to adjust then perhaps.'
Crenna says 'My time in Cairhien, affected me deeply.'
Aldwyn says 'Spend a tavern trip or two with some of the others and you'll see a whole new side.'
Aldwyn says 'I do recommend it though. As among soldiers it's a time of bonding.'
Aldwyn says 'Celebrating each others lives and successes and failures, because you never know what the next day holds.'
Crenna looks doubtful.
Crenna says 'But at what cost? Once one's reputation is tarnished, it can be hard to come back from.'
Crenna coughs.
Crenna says 'I'm sorry... I.'
Aldwyn says 'I understand that all to well, but what happens in the taverns matters little and can add levity to the battlefield'
Aldwyn says 'Lest the soldiers forget what they're fighting to protect.'
Crenna stammers, 'My parents are ambitious and I learned from a young age that our actions and appearances at all times matter.'
Aldwyn says 'And they do'
Aldwyn says 'I was never much of a drinker myself. Had spent too many nights stealing from those who were.'
Crenna says 'I can understand that. And of course, with the loosening of tongues and inhibitions, sometimes wars of power can be won without even drawing a weapon.'
Crenna falls silent, considering.
Aldwyn says 'But sometimes you drink with the others to keep the appearance and help them feel you are one of them instead of standing apart.'
Crenna says 'Yes, but I wouldn't want to be or feel false.'
Aldwyn says 'And that is admirable, and will be accepted just as the other.'
Aldwyn says 'At least until you face a true danger with a group of your brothers and sisters...that's when most crack and give in to the moment.'
Crenna says 'Yes.'
Crenna says 'That I've experienced. Fighting so hard with all my being that it's hard to stop afterwards.'
Aldwyn says 'Myself...I have to be adaptable and blend into any environment which means not drawing attention.'
Aldwyn nods at Crenna.
Crenna says 'The moment where your life and the lives of those you are about are on the line... where everyone is injured and it becomes a matter of will.'
Crenna nods in agreement.
Aldwyn says 'Or sometimes in places such as Cairhien or Tar Valon...it means drawing attention'
Aldwyn winks suggestively at Crenna.
Crenna smiles happily.
Crenna nods.
Crenna says 'So very true.'
Crenna says 'Have you ever attended the Feast of Lights? '
Aldwyn says 'Once'
Aldwyn says 'Though it was a differenet view from where I was'
Crenna says 'Oh?'
Aldwyn says 'I had to break into the Chapter House during the Festival once.'
Crenna says 'I was going to say, the disguises and break from protocol can be very freeing...but you broke into the Chapter House?!'
Aldwyn grins evilly.
Aldwyn says 'I was under orders and on a very time sensitive mission.'
Aldwyn says 'A girl's life was at stake'
Crenna says 'Oh really?'
Crenna says 'Is that all you're going to tell me?'
Aldwyn nods in agreement.
Aldwyn says 'I can't say much more than that really...'
Crenna says 'Very well. Perhaps it wasn't as exciting as it sounded.'
Crenna chuckles politely.
Aldwyn says 'Other than I've never had a woman take so much to woo to my point of view as that Illuminator...'
Crenna looks at you closely.
Aldwyn winks suggestively at Crenna.
Crenna laughs.
Aldwyn says 'She was downright mean...threatening to burn me with these strange sticks she carried...'
Aldwyn says 'No way to treat a guest'
Aldwyn says 'ALthough I suppose I was an uninvited and unwelcome guest...'
Aldwyn shrugs helplessly.
Aldwyn says 'It all worked out'
Crenna says 'My own imagination will have to suffice.'
Crenna grins.
Aldwyn says 'I suppose so. I made a promise to that woman never to speak of the things I saw. And a promise to a beautiful woman is a sacred thing'
Crenna says 'Any promise is a sacred thing!'
Crenna chuckles politely.
Aldwyn grins evilly.
Crenna says 'Although I suppose my promise of loyalty to Berelain means more to you considering she is a beautiful woman?'
Crenna winks.
Aldwyn grins evilly.
Aldwyn says 'What that promise means to you matters more than what it means to anyone else'
Crenna her laughing subsided, nods.
Aldwyn says 'And what I should have said...is a promise to a beautiful woman who terrifies me the way that one did...'
Crenna smiles happily.
Aldwyn rubs at a spot on his chest with a smile.
Crenna says 'You terrified? I take it she was from Mayene.'
Aldwyn says 'You know I hadn't the nerve to ask.'
Aldwyn says 'All I can say is that woman liked her fire'
Crenna smiles happily.
Crenna looks off in the distance.
l aldwyn
A gleam of sapphire blue flashes as he casually brushes dark hair from his
eyes, his broad shoulders amidst his lean figure reveal the hidden strength
of discipline. A rougish grin there that distracts you, and he is gone.
Crenna says 'Although it wasn't expected due to my preconceptions of military organizations...'
Crenna says 'I am pleased to have been surprised by your openness and lack of...well the kind of distance I had expected in a high ranking official.'
Aldwyn chuckles politely.
Aldwyn says 'and how was I supposed to be?'
Aldwyn says 'Telling you to polish your boots?'
Crenna says 'Based on my preconceptions and a few years of living in Cairhien?'
Crenna says 'Well really just reserved. Private.'
Crenna says 'Only sharing information if you will gain advantage.'
Crenna says 'Being friendly for political advantage and not...warmth.'
Crenna says 'Warmth.'
Crenna coughs loudly.
Crenna says 'That has a meaning I didn't intend.'
Crenna chuckles politely.
Aldwyn smirks.
Aldwyn nods in agreement.
Crenna corrects herself, 'I meant warmth of heart.'
Aldwyn says 'I understand what you're saying.'
Crenna says 'I still of course feel the need to be stiflingly formal in some cases of course.'
Crenna says 'Well I suppose we come full circle actually.'
Aldwyn says 'And I'm glad you feel that way, so I won't deny there are things I keep reserved from almost all.'
Crenna nods in agreement.
Aldwyn says 'There are things I do for Mayene...that only Lady Berelain and a couple others know of'
Crenna says 'I don't have the clearance to know even a fraction of what most of you do and so I wouldn't expect otherwise.'
A drunken fool has arrived from the south.
Crenna says 'However, I've realized something just now.'
Aldwyn says 'Oh?'
Crenna says 'I grew up in an environment heavy in strict protocol... so for me to relax, well talking with you as we have been, sober, is enough of a change.'
Crenna says 'Perhaps for others who are accustomed to less protocol and stiffness in their day to day lives...'
Crenna says 'For them to relax they need to go a degree lower and so drink to help relax.'
Crenna says 'The main thing that changes is just where we started from, perhaps?'
Crenna shrugs.
Crenna says 'Perhaps it is late and my mind is making up connections.'
Crenna smiles happily.
Aldwyn says 'Perhaps. Although I didn't come from the same sort of protocols you did, my life as a street urchin required a strict and disciplined lifestyle'
Aldwyn says 'So perhaps that's why I don't feel the need to drink to relax either'
Aldwyn says 'Although, I still feel you'll join the men and women one day. It happened to me after all'
Crenna says 'Interesting.'
Crenna says 'Well I'm certainly open to trying new things.'
Crenna says 'Especially if someone I trust has my back.'
Crenna smiles.
Aldwyn says 'And perhaps that is it. When you come through a harrowing ordeal with brothers and sisters at arms. You can't help but trust them afterwards.'
Crenna says 'Well.'
Crenna says 'Speaking freely.'
Crenna pauses.
Aldwyn nods for you to continue.
Crenna says 'I could not trust myself to drink, perhaps to excess, to the point of having less control...with someone who also drinks to excess and talks to chairs.'
Aldwyn chuckles politely.
Aldwyn says 'Indeed'
Crenna says 'Trusting my life with one who is sober is different than with one who is not.'
Crenna says 'Circumstances dictate the level of trust in this case.'
Aldwyn says 'It will change one day, I promise. I trusted nobody when I first came here. Now I trust any one of the Guard would throw down their life for me'
Aldwyn says 'Not that I'd ever ask them to'
Crenna says 'Oh I already trust in that.'
Aldwyn says 'Santino and I have gotten into many a scrapes because of neither of us being willing to leave the other'
Aldwyn chuckles politely.
Crenna says 'Fighting to the point of being out of control with critical wounds... and they didn't let me down.'
A drunken fool arches an eyebrow.
A drunken fool stumbles a few steps from you.
A drunken fool turns at you quickly.
A drunken fool says 'I will give you a fight.'
A drunken fool throws a dirty rock at you!
A drunken fool wields a dirty rock.
A drunken fool grins evilly.
A dirty rock arcs through the air.
A dirty rock arcs through the air.
A dirty rock just misses you and falls to the ground.
Ooomf!! You are struck by a dirty rock!
Crenna blast a drunken fool's left foot into bloody fragments!
A Winged Guard joins your fight!
A Winged Guard joins a Winged Guard's fight!
A Winged Guard joins a Winged Guard's fight!
A Winged Guard joins a Winged Guard's fight!
A Winged Guard joins a Winged Guard's fight!
A Winged Guard slashes a drunken fool's left leg very hard.
A drunken fool is mortally wounded, and will die soon, if not aided.
A Winged Guard slashes a drunken fool's body into bloody fragments!
A drunken fool is dead! R.I.P.
Crenna's blood freezes as you hear a drunken fool's death cry.
Crenna rubs her head.
Aldwyn frowns.
Aldwyn says 'And speaking of trusting drunks...'
Aldwyn sighs loudly.
Crenna says 'And to think I felt it safe to relax with my hair hanging free and my helmet off.'
Crenna wears a full metal helmet and visor on her head.
Crenna stops using a full metal helmet and visor.
Crenna rubs her head.
Crenna says 'Swelling. '
Crenna says 'I had thought I might go to sleep soon, but now I must stay awake.'
Aldwyn moves in closer and runs his hand into your hair to move it aside and look at the injury.
Aldwyn nods a little, "You should go see the Wisdom."
Crenna sways a bit on her feet.
Crenna sighs in annoyance.
Crenna says 'Could I lean on your arm please while we walk there?'
Aldwyn says 'Do you know the way?'
Crenna says 'It's not that, I'm feeling foggy.'
Aldwyn nods in agreement.
Crenna now follows Aldwyn.
Crenna says 'If the wisdom is unavailable, someone should make sure I don't fall asleep for a few hours.'
Crenna says 'Any guard you trust would do.'
Crenna says 'Or even the innkeeper perhaps.'
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Reception of the Soaring Hawk Inn
A long hallway leads into dozens of tidy rooms that are constantly cleaned.
A large desk lays against one side of the room, behind which the innkeeper
rents out his rooms to customers. A large fireplace is built into the southern
wall, and warms the room.
A ledger lies on a small stand.
[ obvious exits: D ]
Lord Aldwyn Cuebiyar a'Ayende is standing here.
An Elite Winged Guard stands here, defending his country with his life.
The innkeeper bustles about, helping guests into rooms.
Aldwyn says 'I could always put you in Santino's room...he screams and has nightmares...should keep you awake.'
Aldwyn smirks.
Crenna laughs then winces slightly.
Aldwyn nods at the innkeeper.
Crenna says 'Thank you.'
Aldwyn says 'Look after, Crenna would you?'
Crenna says 'Madame, I think, I may have suffered a concussion.'
Crenna stops following Aldwyn.
Aldwyn says 'Take care, Crenna. Rest up'
Crenna accepts the Innkeeper's care as she helps her sit in a chair.
Crenna says 'Thank you Aldwyn.'
Crenna waves Aldwyn off while the Innkeeper prattles on about how Crenna must stay awake.
Crenna says 'Yes...'
Crenna says 'I know...'
Crenna says 'Perhaps a strong tea?'
Crenna rubs her head.
Crenna rests her chin in one hand, her eyes start to close.
Crenna jumps when the Innkeeper returns with a cup of tea, 'Crenna, dear, you must stay awake!'
Crenna has a look of relief once enough time has passed that the Innkeeper announces she can go to bed.
Crenna nods a thanks, climbs into the bed, and drifts off to sleep.
The innkeeper stores your belongings and helps you into your private chamber.