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<blockquote data-quote="talien" data-source="post: 3705331" data-attributes="member: 3285"><p><strong>As Gray and Cold as Stone - Prologue</strong></p><p></p><p>Ilmarė lifted a flower from one of the trees on Quintus’ estate. The citron tree was only about ten-feet in height. It had intensely green foliage and long, well-concealed thorns to defend the fruit. Oval in shape and yellowish-green when ripe, the fruit was rough-skinned and highly perfumed.</p><p></p><p>“I’ve never smelled something so pleasant,” said Ilmarė. “What do you call it?”</p><p></p><p>“Citron,” said Quintus. He was carefully pruning another tree. “My slaves have make all kinds of dishes from it: candied fruit, flavoring for dessert dishes, syrup for beverages, and even a liqueur. I shall have them prepare something.”</p><p></p><p>Ilmarė inhaled the flower’s scent. “Amazing,” she whispered.</p><p></p><p>Quintus stood up to look at the pretty elf. She was dressed in a simple purple peplos, with her hair down. It was a rare unguarded moment. </p><p></p><p>“I’m hoping to grow more citron trees instead of the usual wheat crops, but it’s slow-going. The citron tree is very delicate. It must be carefully cultivated.” He smiled at Ilmarė, though she didn’t see his expression.</p><p></p><p>A slave interrupted their dialogue. He bowed low before Quintus and presented a scroll.</p><p></p><p>“What is it?” asked Ilmarė.</p><p></p><p>Quintus’ eyes scanned the scroll. “A letter, from Elandre val’Assante.”</p><p></p><p>“The weak human woman, husband of that disgusting Gaius.”</p><p></p><p>“The same. She’s also the daughter of Acastus val’Assante, the Prelate of Grand Coryan,” said Quintus. “She’s invited you—us—to her father’s villa in Grand Coryan on the twenty seventh day of Vires at sunset.”</p><p></p><p>“For what?” asked Ilmarė. </p><p></p><p>He kept reading. “A party, apparently. Influential and prominent persons will be in attendance.”</p><p></p><p>Ilmarė narrowed her eyes. “That’s all? Just a social invitation?”</p><p></p><p>Quintus cleared his throat. “Ah yes. She also mentions in the letter something about assisting her in a personal matter.”</p><p></p><p>The elorii sighed. “Nobody ever invites us to parties for our company anymore.”</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="talien, post: 3705331, member: 3285"] [b]As Gray and Cold as Stone - Prologue[/b] Ilmarė lifted a flower from one of the trees on Quintus’ estate. The citron tree was only about ten-feet in height. It had intensely green foliage and long, well-concealed thorns to defend the fruit. Oval in shape and yellowish-green when ripe, the fruit was rough-skinned and highly perfumed. “I’ve never smelled something so pleasant,” said Ilmarė. “What do you call it?” “Citron,” said Quintus. He was carefully pruning another tree. “My slaves have make all kinds of dishes from it: candied fruit, flavoring for dessert dishes, syrup for beverages, and even a liqueur. I shall have them prepare something.” Ilmarė inhaled the flower’s scent. “Amazing,” she whispered. Quintus stood up to look at the pretty elf. She was dressed in a simple purple peplos, with her hair down. It was a rare unguarded moment. “I’m hoping to grow more citron trees instead of the usual wheat crops, but it’s slow-going. The citron tree is very delicate. It must be carefully cultivated.” He smiled at Ilmarė, though she didn’t see his expression. A slave interrupted their dialogue. He bowed low before Quintus and presented a scroll. “What is it?” asked Ilmarė. Quintus’ eyes scanned the scroll. “A letter, from Elandre val’Assante.” “The weak human woman, husband of that disgusting Gaius.” “The same. She’s also the daughter of Acastus val’Assante, the Prelate of Grand Coryan,” said Quintus. “She’s invited you—us—to her father’s villa in Grand Coryan on the twenty seventh day of Vires at sunset.” “For what?” asked Ilmarė. He kept reading. “A party, apparently. Influential and prominent persons will be in attendance.” Ilmarė narrowed her eyes. “That’s all? Just a social invitation?” Quintus cleared his throat. “Ah yes. She also mentions in the letter something about assisting her in a personal matter.” The elorii sighed. “Nobody ever invites us to parties for our company anymore.” [/QUOTE]
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