LoF - A Merc's Life [IC 01] - Page 12

Scott DeWar · 26th May 2009, 02:14 PM

As harnrey starts to enter the tent he says to Hooulou, " if age before beauty, the out client should have been the last, and yoou first." he then continues to enter.

renau1g · 26th May 2009, 04:59 PM

Aodhán shakes his head at the antics of the others and boldly pushes his way past the duo and into the tent.

Leif · 26th May 2009, 05:16 PM

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Leif · 26th May 2009, 05:17 PM

"See, Harnry, that's how a person of good grace enters the tent when I hold the flap open for him."

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Scotley · 26th May 2009, 05:27 PM

Ignoring the antics at the tent flap, Keeland enters the tent. He waits modestly for their host to address them.

Leif · 26th May 2009, 05:30 PM

D***** tired of being ignored, Houwlou creeps inside the tend and waits behind Keeland.

Mowgli · 27th May 2009, 03:53 AM

The merchant princess leads the crew into an elaborately appointed tent and walks around a table to sit. She gestures for you to sit as well - there are chairs for each of you.

"Well, gentlemen, the job I discussed with your commander was to escort the caravan to Mainistir and to secure the town for our occupation. My understanding is that you are a specialty unit, irregulars, so you will be given latitude to act on your own initiative. But you must agree that ultimate command here is mine. This caravan, this trading company, is my responsibility to establish and maintain.

My offer is 200 gold. In addition to this, you are welcome to any treasure you find in the execution of your primary mission, save only what belonged originally to the Pactmasters. That must be returned to me and I will in turn give it back to them."

Leif · 27th May 2009, 04:57 AM

"Very well, Princess Almah, these sound like very acceptable terms. But how are we to determine which items belonged to the Pactmasters? Do you have a list for us?"

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Scott DeWar · 27th May 2009, 12:12 PM

Harn smile inwaardly at the wolfkin's rrustration and he follows soon afterwards. when led to the table he sits and listens attentively.

Mowgli · 27th May 2009, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Leif

"Very well, Princess Almah, these sound like very acceptable terms. But how are we to determine which items belonged to the Pactmasters? Do you have a list for us?"

"After all this time I doubt if there is much remaining that belonged to them. If it is important that it be returned to them it will be clearly marked.

So we have an agreement then?"

Leif · 27th May 2009, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Mowgli

"After all this time I doubt if there is much remaining that belonged to them. If it is important that it be returned to them it will be clearly marked.

So we have an agreement then?"

Houwlou looks from face to face around the circle of his companions, searching for any signs of reluctance or misgiving, but he remains silent, being unsure as yet who will emerge as dominant in the pack.

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renau1g · 27th May 2009, 08:05 PM

Aodhán meets the gaze of Houwlou and nods his acceptance to the terms, or at least starts to, then remembering his rationale for joining the group, leans forward.

"I do not think anyone here will keep your heirlooms from you, as long as you show us the mark. However, perhaps we can come to some arrangement that would provide...extra incentive for us if we happen to find these items" the Abhac says.

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Leif · 27th May 2009, 08:12 PM

At Aodhan's mention of 'extra incentive,' Houwlou's head swivels slightly counter-clockwise and his ears perk up noticeably. *pant, pant, pant* (Can an Olcán ever hide his true emotions, btw???)

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Scott DeWar · 28th May 2009, 12:03 AM

Harnrey nods sagely at Aohdan's coment.

Mowgli · 28th May 2009, 12:46 AM

The beautiful merchant leans back in her chair, studying Aodhán intently through smoky gray eyes. About the time he begins to believe he's been weighed and measured down to his smallclothes, she nods decisively and speaks.

"I'd rather not get into a 'pay by the piece' situation. I'd been told that the Bees are an honorable company. Still, you have shown your worth and done me a service already with your help with the fire. Perhaps a larger fee will serve to ensure your best efforts for the duration of our campaign. I could go as high as 500 pieces of gold, plus salvage rights to anything not previously stolen from the Pactmasters. Payable half now, half on completion of the contract. That contract ends when Kelmarane is secured for my use . . . all occupying forces evacuated or extinguished and reasonable protections against future sieges in place."

Scott DeWar · 28th May 2009, 01:00 AM

Harn looks to Aohdan and says, "sounds good to me."

Leif · 28th May 2009, 02:54 AM

Houwlou looks at Aodhán to see his reaction, having already gained considerable respect for the cleric.

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Scotley · 28th May 2009, 04:10 AM

Watching the interplay carefully, Keeland smiles. It could clearly be to his advantage to have such as these negotiating his share. When he deems the time right he rises and extends a hand. "We have a deal lady."

Mowgli · 28th May 2009, 04:22 AM

Almah rises and takes Keeland's hand, then each of the others' in turn. Negotiations concluded, she crosses the tent to a small chest and takes out a purse. From the purse she counts out 25 platinum pieces and turns the sum over to Aodhán.

"Now that that's done with, I'm fairly certain this morning's fire was arson." She turns to the entrance of the tent and calls out. "Garavel! Come in please."

Once the tall man enters the tent she turns back to the party. "I'd like you to help Garavel investigate, if you would.

Garavel, meet our newest batch of mercs. Just hired to us from Bronagh's Bees and ready to help us take Kelmarane. First, I'll need you all to get to the bottom of this fire."

Leif · 28th May 2009, 04:08 PM

"Do we know who was around the wagon when the fire started and what the contents of the wagon were?" Houwlou asks this question either to no one in particular, or to Garavel, it's not terribly clear which.

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