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<blockquote data-quote="ellinor" data-source="post: 5201807" data-attributes="member: 14561"><p><strong>12x05</strong></p><p></p><p>Savina rolled her neck softly as she walked into the great hall. As talented as she was at healing, she had never been able to figure out how to give herself a massage. Now—after not only a massage, but also a bath, a new set of clothes, and some time with a very talented hairstylist—she felt human in a way she hadn’t felt in weeks. Longer, perhaps.</p><p></p><p>Like nearly everything in the Adepts’ compound, the hall was magnificent. They sat on embroidered cushions in places of honor at Lord Masa’s table. Although similar in kind, the food was much more refined than what they had eaten at the way-stations, and Savina’s estimation of Sovereign cuisine rose considerably. Before and after dinner, they were treated to performances of music, poetry, and dance. There was a toast to the “honored heathens.”</p><p></p><p>Throughout dinner, Lord Masa was politely inquisitive, asking questions about the party’s background, their experience in the Ketkath, and their conflict with the derro. “Nyoko-san tells me that you chose not to kill some of the derro that attacked you,” he commented.</p><p></p><p>Tavi responded politely. “We had just witnessed the destruction of a sacred Spring. We felt that the shedding of more blood would not have been appropriate.”</p><p></p><p>“Have you read Rikitaru’s decree?” Lord Masa asked.</p><p></p><p>“We are familiar with the Affirmation,” Tavi confirmed.</p><p></p><p>“It seems to me,” Lord Masa observed, “that by ending the cycle of violence, you have well-served the memory of the <a href="http://www.enworld.org/forum/story-hour/42423-welcome-halmae-updated-2-27-07-a-51.html#post2039495" target="_blank">Sharpstone</a> <a href="http://www.enworld.org/forum/story-hour/251423-rose-wind-saga-halmae-updated-may-6-2010-a-5.html#post4805630" target="_blank">Monks</a>. It is a choice that our Lord High Regent himself might have made.”</p><p></p><p>Savina hadn’t realized how tense she’d been throughout the conversation, but suddenly, she found it just a bit easier to breathe.</p><p></p><p>As the festivities wound down, Lord Masa turned to Savina. “Are you well-trained in the ways of Alirria?” he asked.</p><p></p><p>Savina felt her chest tighten again. “I am, Lord Masa-san.” </p><p></p><p>“You are one of her priestesses?”</p><p></p><p>“Yes,” Savina offered, “—although I am careful to observe the rules concerning proselytizing here in the Sovereignty.”</p><p></p><p>“Then—” Lord Masa leaned toward her “—there is a favor you might do for me.”</p><p></p><p>Her chest tightened a bit more . . . but the man seemed trustworthy. And he needed a favor regarding the ways of Alirria. This was her responsibility.</p><p></p><p>“I have a friend in need of an expert on Alirrian matters,” Lord Masa continued. “Will you meet with me in the morning to discuss it?”</p><p></p><p>Savina looked at the others. Everyone seemed nervous. Kormick was rolling his eyes in that endearing way. But Savina smiled. </p><p></p><p>“I would be happy to.”</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="ellinor, post: 5201807, member: 14561"] [b]12x05[/b] Savina rolled her neck softly as she walked into the great hall. As talented as she was at healing, she had never been able to figure out how to give herself a massage. Now—after not only a massage, but also a bath, a new set of clothes, and some time with a very talented hairstylist—she felt human in a way she hadn’t felt in weeks. Longer, perhaps. Like nearly everything in the Adepts’ compound, the hall was magnificent. They sat on embroidered cushions in places of honor at Lord Masa’s table. Although similar in kind, the food was much more refined than what they had eaten at the way-stations, and Savina’s estimation of Sovereign cuisine rose considerably. Before and after dinner, they were treated to performances of music, poetry, and dance. There was a toast to the “honored heathens.” Throughout dinner, Lord Masa was politely inquisitive, asking questions about the party’s background, their experience in the Ketkath, and their conflict with the derro. “Nyoko-san tells me that you chose not to kill some of the derro that attacked you,” he commented. Tavi responded politely. “We had just witnessed the destruction of a sacred Spring. We felt that the shedding of more blood would not have been appropriate.” “Have you read Rikitaru’s decree?” Lord Masa asked. “We are familiar with the Affirmation,” Tavi confirmed. “It seems to me,” Lord Masa observed, “that by ending the cycle of violence, you have well-served the memory of the [URL="http://www.enworld.org/forum/story-hour/42423-welcome-halmae-updated-2-27-07-a-51.html#post2039495"]Sharpstone[/URL] [URL="http://www.enworld.org/forum/story-hour/251423-rose-wind-saga-halmae-updated-may-6-2010-a-5.html#post4805630"]Monks[/URL]. It is a choice that our Lord High Regent himself might have made.” Savina hadn’t realized how tense she’d been throughout the conversation, but suddenly, she found it just a bit easier to breathe. As the festivities wound down, Lord Masa turned to Savina. “Are you well-trained in the ways of Alirria?” he asked. Savina felt her chest tighten again. “I am, Lord Masa-san.” “You are one of her priestesses?” “Yes,” Savina offered, “—although I am careful to observe the rules concerning proselytizing here in the Sovereignty.” “Then—” Lord Masa leaned toward her “—there is a favor you might do for me.” Her chest tightened a bit more . . . but the man seemed trustworthy. And he needed a favor regarding the ways of Alirria. This was her responsibility. “I have a friend in need of an expert on Alirrian matters,” Lord Masa continued. “Will you meet with me in the morning to discuss it?” Savina looked at the others. Everyone seemed nervous. Kormick was rolling his eyes in that endearing way. But Savina smiled. “I would be happy to.” [/QUOTE]
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