A Warlock Alone, Island Empire solo game

[J. Alexander]

Conservations

Smiling, MIchael says "It must be as it must be" taking a bite of the soup he will comment on it being ideal for the weather then he will add "Would it be helpful if i prepaid for a larger order than i already have....if you can double or perhaps triple our orignal contracted order for the next three years I would be more than willing. I do realzie that you would need surety if you were to make any subsatinal investment in increasing your production. But regardless. we have tested the waters and next year will even be bigger profits i trust." Reaching into his pocket Michael will produce a draft for 3000 gold pieces and hand it to the planter "This is for the excess profits on the last shipment as we agreed"

 

[Scotley]

"I'm glad you're enjoying the food, my chef is quite good." A course of grilled fresh fish with fennel and grilled summer vegetables follows with a pleasant chilled white wine. He accepts the money greatfully. "I a prepayment isn't really needed, but I would like a contract in writing for your planned purchases if I am to expand my fields and sheds as well as hire more workers."

 

[J. Alexander]

Conservations

"That is more that fair, shall we say a 5 year contract with the option to renew for an additionaly 5 years at it's conclusion. If that is acceptable then have the contracts drawn up and i shall sign them or leave a letter of authority allowing my factor "Padir Losin" to sign in my stead" Michael will then turn his attention back to the luncheon.

 

[Scotley]

He raises a wineglass in toast. "Very good then. Here's to our long and prosperous relationship." A final course of bite sized sponge cakes soaked in a mixture of berry juices and a mild sweet liquor are brought out topped with chilled cream that has been whipped to an airy lightness.

 

[J. Alexander]

Conservations

Foiled in his attempt to secure and immediate andhopefully profitable cargo MIchael will pass the time pleaseantly with the planter. Saying his goodbyes, Michael and grond will head back to the ship and make prepartions for his dinner with the Lord mayor. "You know Grond we should proably give serious thought about a reception/dining hall in the compound"

 

[Scotley]

The meal at the plantation passes companionably and is of course followed by brandied iced coffee and cigars. As you are returning Grond replies. "I agree, we could pay for it in saved boot leather." He grins then adds, "but seriously, should we consider some local transportation of our own. Perhaps a few of those flat bottomed boats everyone seems to use along with warrior trained locals who know there way around?"

OOC: How about another round of spot and listen checks.

 

[J. Alexander]

([14, 6], [10, 4], [12, 4], [3, 4])

Michael SPot 20
Michael Listen 14
Grond spt 16
Srond list 7

"That is a good idea,,,,would you please look into it when we get back"

 

[Scotley]

Michael has to look up and to the side in order to look at Grond when he's talking. As Grond is nodding that he will look into local transport, Michael catches just the barest glimpse of a shadowy figure moving furtively along the roof of a large fishing gear emporium. The figure seems to have been watching you and ducks below the roofline the instant Michaels gaze lingers on him. It happens so quickly Michael almost doubts he saw anything at all.

 

[J. Alexander]

Conservations

MIchael will wait till he get back to the boat, then will call Ambar and Grond to his cabin."We were followed out to the plantaion. I fear we are being watched, by who i have no idea ..but it can not be good. NIcholas, lay your network well and lets truly get the pulse of this island and Axioplois before we move you on to toher areas. We are in desperate need of solid information about the politcs and personalites on this and the surronding islands." taking a breath he says "Something is afoot, I feel it but i can not place my finger on it" best we keep watch and let things play out as they must."

Michael will then call Chandar to the quarters and say "I was followed today from the compound to the plantation..I do not know by who or why...best make plans for some snoopers."

 

[Scotley]

Nicolas pounds the table in frustration. "Damnit! These things take too much time. I'm still focusing my efforts on Contrall. I'm gonna need to spread some cash around to speed things up."

Chandar seems troubled. "You do seem to make friends everywhere you go Captain. I'll get some men out. What can you tell me about the spy?"