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<blockquote data-quote="talien" data-source="post: 4228727" data-attributes="member: 3285"><p><strong>The Madman: Part 1 – Interview With Egil</strong></p><p></p><p>The Temple of Althares was an impressive structure, its vaulted frame soaring up one hundred feet. Large bronze doors stood open, revealing a tiled atrium. Statues of Althares indicated that the chamber was the center of worship, but balconies lined with books reach all the way to the frescoed ceiling. It was as much library as temple, and the rows of silent scholars working in the balconies attested to that fact.</p><p></p><p>Egil was waiting for Kham and his companions in a separate room, which was empty enough to offer privacy. He was solicitous of their comfort and made small talk about the weather before the tea he ordered arrived. Then he broached the subject at hand.</p><p></p><p>“Thank you for coming. I know it’s been a rough week.”</p><p></p><p>Kham ran one hand through his hair. “No problem, Egil.” If it weren’t for the priests of Althares, he wouldn’t have a hand at all. </p><p></p><p>“We all owe you a debt,” said Beldin, stroking his beard. He seemed vigorous again. After the spiritual sacrificed he made in the Temple of Yig, the dwarf always looked drawn and haggard. Thanks to the Altharian priests ministrations, he was feeling like his old self.</p><p></p><p>“I’m happy to let you work any way you deem effective, as long as the privacy of the matter and the good name of the Temple of Althares is maintained.” </p><p></p><p>Ilmarė looked around. “Our connection to the Temple is well-known,” she said with a sneer. “I doubt the good name of your priesthood can sink any—“</p><p></p><p>“We’ll be discreet,” Kham interjected, cutting the elorii off. “As much as we ever can be.”</p><p></p><p>Egil nodded. “Kham, I know you once knew Lucius.”</p><p></p><p>Lucius was Kham’s connection to Egil. Though the two were never close friends, they grew up in the same town in Coryan. It was Lucius who provided the common link between Kham and Egil, and it was Lucius who convinced Egil to take Kham in, so many years ago.</p><p></p><p>“Since his incarceration, Lucius has suffered from night terrors, but I’m encouraged by his progress. I see no evidence of untreatable long-term insanity in Lucius; the brief and predictably spaced attacks have been controlled by strong sleeping drafts. Thanks to my influence, I have managed to get Lucius a stay of execution, but his retirement to The Tombs is due for review.”</p><p></p><p>Egil paused, obviously concerned. </p><p></p><p>“Judge Shamus McGowan will decide whether to release Lucius or keep him in The Tombs, but he is uneasy on one point. It concerns the stance of Lucius’ family. All communication on the case has been with Corinalous val’Abebi.”</p><p></p><p>Kham blinked. “My dad?”</p><p></p><p>Egil nodded. “Corinalous has been urging me by letter over the past month to keep Lucius committed. My sense is that Lucius’ brother, Grahame Roby, is leaning upon Judge McGowan to confine Lucius to The Hulks, but he will not speak directly about it. I’d like to know why he opposes Lucius’ release. “</p><p></p><p>“You mean besides the fact that Lucius killed his father and sister?” Ilmarė inspected her fingernails, bored already.</p><p></p><p>“That’s not been proven,” said Egil. He took a sip of his tea. “Would you intervene to hear Corinalous’ views? Unfortunately, Corinalous and I seem to have retreated into entrenched positions; perhaps your influence could move things. Also, I’d like you to speak with Lucius. I’m anxious to learn more about Lucius’ character while at liberty. Judge McGowan has agreed to reassess his own position in light of any new information, but I’m hopeful we can get Lucius released into the Temple’s care.”</p><p></p><p>Kham flexed his restored arm. “We’ll do it.”</p><p></p><p>“We will?” asked Vlad. “But how much are we going to get…”</p><p></p><p>Kham shrugged. “Fine, I’ll do it alone then.”</p><p></p><p>“Now wait a minute…” began Vlad.</p><p></p><p>“Where’s Sebastian?” asked Beldin.</p><p></p><p>Egil stopped in mid-sip. “He will be along. I will pass a message on for him to meet you when he is done with his…meditation.”</p><p></p><p>Kham shrugged on his overcoat. “Speaking of notes, I think it’s time I sent a sending to pop.”</p><p></p><p>“You never mentioned your dad,” said Vlad.</p><p></p><p>“Yes,” said Kham. “We don’t talk much, not since I joined the moved to Freeport. But now seems like as a good as any.” </p><p></p><p>Kham fidgeted with the emerald on his collar for a moment; it seemed as if he were going to say something else. Then he walked out of the room.</p><p></p><p>“What’s his problem?” asked Ilmarė.</p><p></p><p>“Families can be a touchy subject,” said Beldin. “I’ve learned that from being around Sebastian.”</p><p></p><p>“Stupid humans,” muttered Ilmarė.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="talien, post: 4228727, member: 3285"] [b]The Madman: Part 1 – Interview With Egil[/b] The Temple of Althares was an impressive structure, its vaulted frame soaring up one hundred feet. Large bronze doors stood open, revealing a tiled atrium. Statues of Althares indicated that the chamber was the center of worship, but balconies lined with books reach all the way to the frescoed ceiling. It was as much library as temple, and the rows of silent scholars working in the balconies attested to that fact. Egil was waiting for Kham and his companions in a separate room, which was empty enough to offer privacy. He was solicitous of their comfort and made small talk about the weather before the tea he ordered arrived. Then he broached the subject at hand. “Thank you for coming. I know it’s been a rough week.” Kham ran one hand through his hair. “No problem, Egil.” If it weren’t for the priests of Althares, he wouldn’t have a hand at all. “We all owe you a debt,” said Beldin, stroking his beard. He seemed vigorous again. After the spiritual sacrificed he made in the Temple of Yig, the dwarf always looked drawn and haggard. Thanks to the Altharian priests ministrations, he was feeling like his old self. “I’m happy to let you work any way you deem effective, as long as the privacy of the matter and the good name of the Temple of Althares is maintained.” Ilmarė looked around. “Our connection to the Temple is well-known,” she said with a sneer. “I doubt the good name of your priesthood can sink any—“ “We’ll be discreet,” Kham interjected, cutting the elorii off. “As much as we ever can be.” Egil nodded. “Kham, I know you once knew Lucius.” Lucius was Kham’s connection to Egil. Though the two were never close friends, they grew up in the same town in Coryan. It was Lucius who provided the common link between Kham and Egil, and it was Lucius who convinced Egil to take Kham in, so many years ago. “Since his incarceration, Lucius has suffered from night terrors, but I’m encouraged by his progress. I see no evidence of untreatable long-term insanity in Lucius; the brief and predictably spaced attacks have been controlled by strong sleeping drafts. Thanks to my influence, I have managed to get Lucius a stay of execution, but his retirement to The Tombs is due for review.” Egil paused, obviously concerned. “Judge Shamus McGowan will decide whether to release Lucius or keep him in The Tombs, but he is uneasy on one point. It concerns the stance of Lucius’ family. All communication on the case has been with Corinalous val’Abebi.” Kham blinked. “My dad?” Egil nodded. “Corinalous has been urging me by letter over the past month to keep Lucius committed. My sense is that Lucius’ brother, Grahame Roby, is leaning upon Judge McGowan to confine Lucius to The Hulks, but he will not speak directly about it. I’d like to know why he opposes Lucius’ release. “ “You mean besides the fact that Lucius killed his father and sister?” Ilmarė inspected her fingernails, bored already. “That’s not been proven,” said Egil. He took a sip of his tea. “Would you intervene to hear Corinalous’ views? Unfortunately, Corinalous and I seem to have retreated into entrenched positions; perhaps your influence could move things. Also, I’d like you to speak with Lucius. I’m anxious to learn more about Lucius’ character while at liberty. Judge McGowan has agreed to reassess his own position in light of any new information, but I’m hopeful we can get Lucius released into the Temple’s care.” Kham flexed his restored arm. “We’ll do it.” “We will?” asked Vlad. “But how much are we going to get…” Kham shrugged. “Fine, I’ll do it alone then.” “Now wait a minute…” began Vlad. “Where’s Sebastian?” asked Beldin. Egil stopped in mid-sip. “He will be along. I will pass a message on for him to meet you when he is done with his…meditation.” Kham shrugged on his overcoat. “Speaking of notes, I think it’s time I sent a sending to pop.” “You never mentioned your dad,” said Vlad. “Yes,” said Kham. “We don’t talk much, not since I joined the moved to Freeport. But now seems like as a good as any.” Kham fidgeted with the emerald on his collar for a moment; it seemed as if he were going to say something else. Then he walked out of the room. “What’s his problem?” asked Ilmarė. “Families can be a touchy subject,” said Beldin. “I’ve learned that from being around Sebastian.” “Stupid humans,” muttered Ilmarė. [/QUOTE]
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