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<blockquote data-quote="Emperor Valerian" data-source="post: 1361643" data-attributes="member: 15043"><p>Part 3 from 02-06... written by drag n fly!</p><p></p><p><strong>Of Treasure, Cleaning Up and a Rivalry Becoming Friendly</strong></p><p></p><p>Her drifting thoughts were interupted by Tess coming back from the other room.</p><p></p><p>“Well, they’ve taken care of everything in there. And they’ve captured some prisoners too. Which reminds me, we should probably tie this filth up.” She indicated the two knocked out men. Shaun pulled some rope out of his pack and began to tie them up as the rest of the party glanced around the room. Amid the shambles and many splatters of blood and other parts too nasty to be named, they spotted a silver goblet ceremonial knife, both spotted with a crusty brown substance that looked suspiciously like dried blood laying atop an alter that almost hurt to look at. </p><p></p><p>“I think that will need to be smited.” Tess groaned. Grumki lifted his war axe and started marching purposefull towards the evil alter, before Siabrey stopped him with a prudent “Maybe we should let the priests of Heironeaous take care of that, sometimes smashing evil alters is a <em>bad</em> thing.” The half-orc agreed, and helped the party continue shifting bodies and digging through the rubble. Piled in a corner they found a small golden bracelet with a first carved into it along with two small lapis lazuli statues of a warrior. In another corner, looking as if it had been haphazardly tossed there after a ceremoney, was a partially melted gilt Heironeaous. Siabrey bristled when as she picked up the item gently, and voiced outloud her promise to return it to the priests of Heironeaous to be reforged.</p><p></p><p>At the back of the room, behind the alter, lay two small chests, one partially open. Tess, being a little paranoid about traps, took a long broken piece of wood and gently lifted the lid of the open one. When nothing happened the rest of the party gathered around to check its contents. Inside they found a handful of gems, including a huge star ruby that Tess estimated was worth a ton, as well as two potions and 700 platinum. </p><p></p><p>After a short discussion that maybe the rogue should attempt to open the other one, just incase it was trapped, Shaun pulled out his lock-picking tools and began to work on the chest’s key-shaped lock. To his surprise, it opened almost immediately, having not been locked in the first place. Opening it, the party found another 700 platinum, a silver pearl and a small citrine, as well as a huge blood red pearl that Siabrey snatched up with a gasp and placed on the floor next to the alter, proclaiming it <em>bad</em> as she did so.</p><p></p><p>Inside the chest was also a scroll that Tess attempted to read, but couldn’t understand much more than the words “dead”, “life”, and “revive”, a wand with white lines across it that Lucius picked up and smoothed his fingers across, and a strange pair of slippers. After regarding them carefully, Tess proclaimed with a small smile that they were spider-climb slippers. Shaun grabbed them with a happy cry, slipped them on, and promptly ran up the nearest wall and onto the ceiling. Elayna laughed at him, before receiving an upside-down kiss.</p><p></p><p>Ignoring this, Lucius took the platinum greatfully, saying that with it, he could feed and clothe his army for a year’s time. Before he could stop Shaun however, the rouge snatched up a handful of the platinum, scampered up the wall, and started showering it down on the others, proclaiming “It’s raining money!” Tess quickly snatched up 10 of the coins, while Lucius grabbed the others and slipped them into Siabrey’s purse. When she went to protest he stopped her with a look and the tip of a finger pressed against her lips. This caused a thoughtful look to come across her face, and she nodded with a slightly devious grin on her face.</p><p></p><p><em>Now what is that girl thinking.</em> Tess wondered. She didn’t have time to find out as outside voices could be heard, including one that was clearly a cleric of Heironeaous. As Tess headed out to talk with him, she heard Siabrey talking to Lucius in a somewhat sultry voice.</p><p></p><p>“Hey hon, how about we go get a bath.”</p><p></p><p>“Great idea, Siabrey. I think we need one too.” Shaun was looking over Elenya with an appraising look that Tess knew was more than just examining the amount of blood on her clothes.</p><p></p><p><em>Man, do those four ever get enough?</em> she wondered as she headed out. Siabrey, Lucius, Shaun and Eleyna passed her, walking rather quickly, as Siabrey tossed bavk over her shoulder. “Hey Tess, we’re going to the bathhouse, we’ll be back later…”</p><p></p><p>“Yeah, yeah.” Tess waved her off dismissively, looking for a cleric who wasn’t busy healing the Imperial troops. Siabrey nevertheless noticed the slightly hurt expression on the bard’s face.</p><p></p><p><em>Poor Tess, I feel bad that she has no one to love…hm, maybe I can help her find someone. After all, she’s been like a sister to me…</em></p><p></p><p>The thought was filed away for future notice as Lucius ran a finger down the side of Siabrey’s neck and motioned his head in the direction of the bathhouse. Grinning mischievously, Siabrey took Lucius’ hand tenderly and began to lead him down the street.</p><p></p><p><em>I bet these ten platinum will go a long way toward getting us a private bath…</em></p><p></p><p>Almost the same thought was going through Shaun’s head as he also took Elenya’s hand and followed the other couple.</p><p></p><p>Tess watched the couples go with a mix of happiness for them, and a feeling of hurt. Shaking it off, she ran up to a cleric who had just finished healing a particularly nasty sword wound on a soldiers arm and tapped him on the shoulder.</p><p></p><p>“Excuse me.” She smiled, turning on all her charm. It really wasn’t needed, as the cleric turned, and upon seeing who it was gave a little bow as his face flushed.</p><p></p><p>“Te…Tesseron the Harper. It’s a pleasure to finally meet one of Lord Lucius’ friends. Do you require healing?”</p><p></p><p><em>It really is nice being associated with a high-ranking noble.</em> she thought with a wry grin before settling down to business.</p><p></p><p>“No, actually, I was wondering if you might have any news for me about the Countesses’ army.” </p><p> </p><p>The cleric’s face fell slightly at the mention of the Countess.</p><p></p><p><em>Oh no, can’t be good news…</em> she thought unhappily. She was surprised however to hear the cleric tell her that, although Kulloden had indeed been raided several days past, the force that hit it was no where near large enough to destroy the city, and so it still stood. However, he did confirm the sad news that Mephys had been sacked and burned... though to her relief he said most of the inhabitants had managed to flee, including Sir Santac, who was leading them northwards to Irulas.</p><p></p><p><em>Well, that’s some good news at least.</em> she thought, before telling the cleric about the evil items that Siabrey had found and placed next to the alter. The clerics face grew grave and he commented that they had done the right thing, as the entire alter and all the sacraficial implements were to be burned in holy fire.</p><p></p><p>After thanking the cleric, Tess watched the people milling around her with another strange mix of emotions. She felt exhilerated after their victory over the temple, yet sad because she had no one to share it with. Pellaron must have seen her face, because the paladin came over and lay a gentle hand on Tess’s shoulder, asking if she was alright. Remarking rather angrily that she was annoyed with Siabrey and the others for their vulgar bathhouse plans, Pellaron gave a short laugh.</p><p></p><p>“I understand your feelings Tess, but don’t be too hard on them. Remember, in this time of war and heartache, you can never know whether the ones you love today will be alive tomorrow. Grant them some patience.”</p><p></p><p>Tess sighed and nodded. Pellaron gave her shoulder a small squeeze and headed off into the crowd of people surrounding the now broken Temple of Hextor. His words had reminded her of something though; her brother Quinn, and his company and how they still needed to be paid. She remembered that Siabrey had told her earlier that 2000 platinum for their former bodyguards lay in a small chest in her’s and Lucius’s room, and that she could take it to her brother any time that she wanted. Squaring her shoulders and shelving her feelings, Tess headed back to the Temple of Pelor with the intention of paying the remnants of the Dragon Wing Company, and the families of those that had died so that she and her friends could live.</p><p></p><p>The young women who manned the counter at the entrance to the bathhouse looked up in surprise at the four grinning people who bounded up to the counter. Although the looks on their faces was equivicable to any teenage, the four were obviously adults, and what was worse, they appeared to be covered in what was quickly drying blood and little bits of….brain? Eeew!</p><p></p><p>“Can I help you?” She asked rather cynically. </p><p></p><p>“Yes,” the golden-haired women dressed in impressive armor giggled. “We need some baths.”</p><p></p><p>“Obviously.” The desk woman rolled her eyes and began to dig under the counter for a set of keys.</p><p></p><p>“Ok, a set of four bathing rooms will cost…”</p><p></p><p>“Actually.” The blonde woman fingered something in her pocket and smiled mischievously at the tall red-haired man beside her. “Could we have two rooms instead?”</p><p></p><p>The woman raised her eyebrows. Although it wasn’t unheard of for couples to ask for shared baths, it was unusual.</p><p></p><p>The golden-haired warrior must have sensed her hesitation, because she pulled three platinum coins out of her pouch and slid them across the counter.</p><p></p><p>“Will this be enough?” She raised an eyebrow and gave the women an innocent smile.</p><p></p><p>The desk clerk shook her head. “But private rooms are only seven gold apiece….”</p><p></p><p>“That’s alright. Keep the rest for yourself. Go get a nice massage at the temple of Sune.” The warrior smiled broadly, obviously trying to charm her, although the splatters of blood all over her face didn’t help much. Still a massage would be nice…</p><p></p><p>“Very well.” The desk woman swept the coins into her hand and placed two silver keys on the counter. “Room’s nine and ten are ready, and come complete with a free clothing wash.” She paused and then indicated the bits of gore that clung to the four people in front of her. “Although you may want to head over to the free rinse stations for a quick washdown if you don’t want your bathwater turning red.</p><p></p><p>“Well said.” The other female member of the party in front of her said, and began to drag her male compatriot off.</p><p></p><p>“Thanks for paying, Siabrey.” Eleyna added in an aside to the golden-haired warrior as they headed around the corner to the rinse stations. Shaun began to dig in his pockets, obviously looking for some gold to give to Siabrey, but she stopped him with a raised hand and a warm smile on her face.</p><p></p><p>“It’s my treat, Shaun. Save your money to buy something special for Eleyna.”</p><p></p><p><em>Wow, I DEFINATLY have to make sure she gets laid more often…</em></p><p></p><p>Lucius looked down on his love and smiled with pride.</p><p></p><p>After a quick rinse, the party felt a lot better, and headed down to their rooms. Outside the doors, Eleyna and Lucius entered their respective rooms, while Shaun and Siabrey paused for a moment. The two eyed each other for a moment outside of the doors, similar thoughts going through their heads. When they had first met, the pair had been a little…at odds with each other. Over time, that annoyance had grown into something a little deeper, and now, although they would never admit it to each other’s face, they had grown quite fond of each other. Not to mention the fact that Siabrey adored Eleyna, and felt that her fiery spirit was <em>exactly</em> what Shaun needed. Still though, a little friendly competition never hurt anyone…</p><p></p><p>Siabrey held out her hand to the rogue, who grasped it firmly. The unspoken competition to happen in the baths was silently voiced between them, as devilish smiles crossed both of their faces. </p><p></p><p>Without a word, the two broke the headclasp and headed into their respective rooms. As Siabrey entered hers where a waiting Lucius already lounged in the steaming water, she heard Shaun call over his shoulder to her.</p><p></p><p>“I’m gonna use the spider slippers!”</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Emperor Valerian, post: 1361643, member: 15043"] Part 3 from 02-06... written by drag n fly! [b]Of Treasure, Cleaning Up and a Rivalry Becoming Friendly[/b] Her drifting thoughts were interupted by Tess coming back from the other room. “Well, they’ve taken care of everything in there. And they’ve captured some prisoners too. Which reminds me, we should probably tie this filth up.” She indicated the two knocked out men. Shaun pulled some rope out of his pack and began to tie them up as the rest of the party glanced around the room. Amid the shambles and many splatters of blood and other parts too nasty to be named, they spotted a silver goblet ceremonial knife, both spotted with a crusty brown substance that looked suspiciously like dried blood laying atop an alter that almost hurt to look at. “I think that will need to be smited.” Tess groaned. Grumki lifted his war axe and started marching purposefull towards the evil alter, before Siabrey stopped him with a prudent “Maybe we should let the priests of Heironeaous take care of that, sometimes smashing evil alters is a [i]bad[/i] thing.” The half-orc agreed, and helped the party continue shifting bodies and digging through the rubble. Piled in a corner they found a small golden bracelet with a first carved into it along with two small lapis lazuli statues of a warrior. In another corner, looking as if it had been haphazardly tossed there after a ceremoney, was a partially melted gilt Heironeaous. Siabrey bristled when as she picked up the item gently, and voiced outloud her promise to return it to the priests of Heironeaous to be reforged. At the back of the room, behind the alter, lay two small chests, one partially open. Tess, being a little paranoid about traps, took a long broken piece of wood and gently lifted the lid of the open one. When nothing happened the rest of the party gathered around to check its contents. Inside they found a handful of gems, including a huge star ruby that Tess estimated was worth a ton, as well as two potions and 700 platinum. After a short discussion that maybe the rogue should attempt to open the other one, just incase it was trapped, Shaun pulled out his lock-picking tools and began to work on the chest’s key-shaped lock. To his surprise, it opened almost immediately, having not been locked in the first place. Opening it, the party found another 700 platinum, a silver pearl and a small citrine, as well as a huge blood red pearl that Siabrey snatched up with a gasp and placed on the floor next to the alter, proclaiming it [i]bad[/i] as she did so. Inside the chest was also a scroll that Tess attempted to read, but couldn’t understand much more than the words “dead”, “life”, and “revive”, a wand with white lines across it that Lucius picked up and smoothed his fingers across, and a strange pair of slippers. After regarding them carefully, Tess proclaimed with a small smile that they were spider-climb slippers. Shaun grabbed them with a happy cry, slipped them on, and promptly ran up the nearest wall and onto the ceiling. Elayna laughed at him, before receiving an upside-down kiss. Ignoring this, Lucius took the platinum greatfully, saying that with it, he could feed and clothe his army for a year’s time. Before he could stop Shaun however, the rouge snatched up a handful of the platinum, scampered up the wall, and started showering it down on the others, proclaiming “It’s raining money!” Tess quickly snatched up 10 of the coins, while Lucius grabbed the others and slipped them into Siabrey’s purse. When she went to protest he stopped her with a look and the tip of a finger pressed against her lips. This caused a thoughtful look to come across her face, and she nodded with a slightly devious grin on her face. [i]Now what is that girl thinking.[/i] Tess wondered. She didn’t have time to find out as outside voices could be heard, including one that was clearly a cleric of Heironeaous. As Tess headed out to talk with him, she heard Siabrey talking to Lucius in a somewhat sultry voice. “Hey hon, how about we go get a bath.” “Great idea, Siabrey. I think we need one too.” Shaun was looking over Elenya with an appraising look that Tess knew was more than just examining the amount of blood on her clothes. [i]Man, do those four ever get enough?[/i] she wondered as she headed out. Siabrey, Lucius, Shaun and Eleyna passed her, walking rather quickly, as Siabrey tossed bavk over her shoulder. “Hey Tess, we’re going to the bathhouse, we’ll be back later…” “Yeah, yeah.” Tess waved her off dismissively, looking for a cleric who wasn’t busy healing the Imperial troops. Siabrey nevertheless noticed the slightly hurt expression on the bard’s face. [i]Poor Tess, I feel bad that she has no one to love…hm, maybe I can help her find someone. After all, she’s been like a sister to me…[/i] The thought was filed away for future notice as Lucius ran a finger down the side of Siabrey’s neck and motioned his head in the direction of the bathhouse. Grinning mischievously, Siabrey took Lucius’ hand tenderly and began to lead him down the street. [i]I bet these ten platinum will go a long way toward getting us a private bath…[/i] Almost the same thought was going through Shaun’s head as he also took Elenya’s hand and followed the other couple. Tess watched the couples go with a mix of happiness for them, and a feeling of hurt. Shaking it off, she ran up to a cleric who had just finished healing a particularly nasty sword wound on a soldiers arm and tapped him on the shoulder. “Excuse me.” She smiled, turning on all her charm. It really wasn’t needed, as the cleric turned, and upon seeing who it was gave a little bow as his face flushed. “Te…Tesseron the Harper. It’s a pleasure to finally meet one of Lord Lucius’ friends. Do you require healing?” [i]It really is nice being associated with a high-ranking noble.[/i] she thought with a wry grin before settling down to business. “No, actually, I was wondering if you might have any news for me about the Countesses’ army.” The cleric’s face fell slightly at the mention of the Countess. [i]Oh no, can’t be good news…[/i] she thought unhappily. She was surprised however to hear the cleric tell her that, although Kulloden had indeed been raided several days past, the force that hit it was no where near large enough to destroy the city, and so it still stood. However, he did confirm the sad news that Mephys had been sacked and burned... though to her relief he said most of the inhabitants had managed to flee, including Sir Santac, who was leading them northwards to Irulas. [i]Well, that’s some good news at least.[/i] she thought, before telling the cleric about the evil items that Siabrey had found and placed next to the alter. The clerics face grew grave and he commented that they had done the right thing, as the entire alter and all the sacraficial implements were to be burned in holy fire. After thanking the cleric, Tess watched the people milling around her with another strange mix of emotions. She felt exhilerated after their victory over the temple, yet sad because she had no one to share it with. Pellaron must have seen her face, because the paladin came over and lay a gentle hand on Tess’s shoulder, asking if she was alright. Remarking rather angrily that she was annoyed with Siabrey and the others for their vulgar bathhouse plans, Pellaron gave a short laugh. “I understand your feelings Tess, but don’t be too hard on them. Remember, in this time of war and heartache, you can never know whether the ones you love today will be alive tomorrow. Grant them some patience.” Tess sighed and nodded. Pellaron gave her shoulder a small squeeze and headed off into the crowd of people surrounding the now broken Temple of Hextor. His words had reminded her of something though; her brother Quinn, and his company and how they still needed to be paid. She remembered that Siabrey had told her earlier that 2000 platinum for their former bodyguards lay in a small chest in her’s and Lucius’s room, and that she could take it to her brother any time that she wanted. Squaring her shoulders and shelving her feelings, Tess headed back to the Temple of Pelor with the intention of paying the remnants of the Dragon Wing Company, and the families of those that had died so that she and her friends could live. The young women who manned the counter at the entrance to the bathhouse looked up in surprise at the four grinning people who bounded up to the counter. Although the looks on their faces was equivicable to any teenage, the four were obviously adults, and what was worse, they appeared to be covered in what was quickly drying blood and little bits of….brain? Eeew! “Can I help you?” She asked rather cynically. “Yes,” the golden-haired women dressed in impressive armor giggled. “We need some baths.” “Obviously.” The desk woman rolled her eyes and began to dig under the counter for a set of keys. “Ok, a set of four bathing rooms will cost…” “Actually.” The blonde woman fingered something in her pocket and smiled mischievously at the tall red-haired man beside her. “Could we have two rooms instead?” The woman raised her eyebrows. Although it wasn’t unheard of for couples to ask for shared baths, it was unusual. The golden-haired warrior must have sensed her hesitation, because she pulled three platinum coins out of her pouch and slid them across the counter. “Will this be enough?” She raised an eyebrow and gave the women an innocent smile. The desk clerk shook her head. “But private rooms are only seven gold apiece….” “That’s alright. Keep the rest for yourself. Go get a nice massage at the temple of Sune.” The warrior smiled broadly, obviously trying to charm her, although the splatters of blood all over her face didn’t help much. Still a massage would be nice… “Very well.” The desk woman swept the coins into her hand and placed two silver keys on the counter. “Room’s nine and ten are ready, and come complete with a free clothing wash.” She paused and then indicated the bits of gore that clung to the four people in front of her. “Although you may want to head over to the free rinse stations for a quick washdown if you don’t want your bathwater turning red. “Well said.” The other female member of the party in front of her said, and began to drag her male compatriot off. “Thanks for paying, Siabrey.” Eleyna added in an aside to the golden-haired warrior as they headed around the corner to the rinse stations. Shaun began to dig in his pockets, obviously looking for some gold to give to Siabrey, but she stopped him with a raised hand and a warm smile on her face. “It’s my treat, Shaun. Save your money to buy something special for Eleyna.” [i]Wow, I DEFINATLY have to make sure she gets laid more often…[/i] Lucius looked down on his love and smiled with pride. After a quick rinse, the party felt a lot better, and headed down to their rooms. Outside the doors, Eleyna and Lucius entered their respective rooms, while Shaun and Siabrey paused for a moment. The two eyed each other for a moment outside of the doors, similar thoughts going through their heads. When they had first met, the pair had been a little…at odds with each other. Over time, that annoyance had grown into something a little deeper, and now, although they would never admit it to each other’s face, they had grown quite fond of each other. Not to mention the fact that Siabrey adored Eleyna, and felt that her fiery spirit was [i]exactly[/i] what Shaun needed. Still though, a little friendly competition never hurt anyone… Siabrey held out her hand to the rogue, who grasped it firmly. The unspoken competition to happen in the baths was silently voiced between them, as devilish smiles crossed both of their faces. Without a word, the two broke the headclasp and headed into their respective rooms. As Siabrey entered hers where a waiting Lucius already lounged in the steaming water, she heard Shaun call over his shoulder to her. “I’m gonna use the spider slippers!” [/QUOTE]
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