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<blockquote data-quote="PhoenixAsh" data-source="post: 4146098" data-attributes="member: 18230"><p><strong>Update #43: A Difficult Search</strong></p><p></p><p>Ruel steps out from his skycoach at Morgrave University, and hands his driver three silver pieces for his fare. The sun hangs low in the sky, but not too low – he still has enough daylight to work with to find the Jorascos. Thankfully, he also has some acquaintance with Morgrave University, having been there before in his search for information about Sythriel. Therefore, he knows right where the information desk is to begin his current search. There is a small line, but he waits patiently for his turn.</p><p></p><p>“I am looking for Vijaya d’Jorasco. She should be attending some conferences on the healing arts here, would you have any information on where I could find her?” he asks amiably.</p><p></p><p>The young woman behind the counter – probably a student herself – looks through some paperwork. “Let’s see, I know there are some conferences going on right now… here we go. Vijaya d’Jorasco you said? She’s presenting, right now actually. Conference room 11B, take those stairs to the fifth floor, go right to the end of the hall.”</p><p></p><p>“Thank you,” Ruel nods and heads in the indicated direction. <em>‘I do not know why Alexandre thought this would be so difficult.’</em></p><p></p><p>Ruel no sooner reaches the conference room then finds Grelyn, Vijaya’s son, looking quite bored on a bench outside the conference room. The boy brightens on seeing him, “Ruel! Hi!”</p><p></p><p>“Hi Grelyn, is your mother inside?” Ruel smiles.</p><p></p><p>“Yeah. Gods this is boring. I miss the airship, but I guess that’s over and done with, huh?” the boy slouches on the bench.</p><p></p><p>“Perhaps not, actually. That is what I have come to speak to your mother about,” Ruel replies.</p><p></p><p>“Really!? Yes!” Grelyn springs to his feet and grabs the wizard’s arm. “You gotta convince her to go, and let me go! I <strong>hate </strong> these boring lectures!”</p><p></p><p>“That is my intention,” Ruel laughs and pries himself free from the lad’s grasp. “Let me talk to her.”</p><p></p><p>Ruel enters the conference room, but is obliged to wait several minutes for Vijaya to finish her lecture. He notes with amusement that Vijaya is presenting on healing techniques and theories in the environment of the Mournlands. He finds it interesting enough to be diverting.</p><p></p><p>When she finishes he approaches her behind a small throng of curious students and academics. When Vijaya notices him, however, she steers him aside so they can speak.</p><p></p><p>“It’s nice to see you Ruel, can I help you with anything?”</p><p></p><p>“Actually, I have come from Ravien to offer you and your son your places back onboard the Liralen. We have come across a way to salvage the ship’s ability to do business,” he explains.</p><p></p><p>“I see,” Vijaya considers. “When will the ship be departing?”</p><p></p><p>“Tomorrow, actually. At mid-afternoon, sooner if possible.”</p><p></p><p>Vijaya shakes her head, “No, I’m afraid not Ruel. I’ve promised to give several more lectures over the next few weeks and I cannot go back on that.”</p><p></p><p>Ruel smiles understandingly. Really, getting a healer like Vijaya onboard is not a high priority with Sasha present. Still… “Of course. But what about your son?”</p><p></p><p>“What about Grelyn?” she replies.</p><p></p><p>“It seems to me he is eager to rejoin the <em>Liralen</em>,” he points out.</p><p></p><p>She sighs, “You told him about this already.”</p><p></p><p>Ruel has the grace to look apologetic, “I did not know to withhold the information from him. However, I would point out that roaming Morgrave’s hallways hardly seems like a good activity for him. Aboard the <em>Liralen </em> he would have guidance and supervision and honestly, I think he would learn and retain a lot more about your craft.”</p><p></p><p>Vijaya considers the wizard’s words. Ruel has always been convincing, but she is still troubled by the idea, “I take it this haste has a reason. I’ll bet that reason is dangerous.”</p><p></p><p>Ruel has to acknowledge this, “Yes, the mission will be dangerous. However, not for those aboard ship, only for those of us with… irregular duty.”</p><p></p><p>Vijaya sighs, “You can’t know that for sure.”</p><p></p><p>Ruel shrugs gently, “It is your decision.”</p><p></p><p>Vijaya considers for a time, interrupted briefly by a professor complimenting her on the lecture. But she does acquiesce. “Alright Ruel. But I want your word. No… away missions for Grelyn. I want him safely aboard ship at all times. I’m going to write you a letter and I want you to make sure Ravien sees it. I think I may speak to him myself also.”</p><p></p><p>Ruel nods, “Agreed.” He waits patiently for Vijaya to quickly draft a letter for Ravien, takes it and excuses himself. Leaving the University he flags down another skycoach. With the matter of the Jorascos settled, the next task he should be doing is locating Kashandi…</p><p></p><p>“I am feeling in the mood for something spicy for dinner. Take me to the Lava Pit,” he announces to the driver, stretching out in the back of the conveyance.</p><p></p><p>“I can get you close, but not right there. Districts low, you’ll have a little walk,” the driver answers gruffly.</p><p></p><p>“That is acceptable,” Ruel smiles and closes his eyes.</p><p></p><p>The Cogs are not a very pleasant district, but the Lava Pit restaurant is still a relatively safe destination, and so Ruel enjoys a pleasant, if stimulating, spicy dinner. He asks briefly about Fortunato, but no one he talks to has seen him. Unfortunately the hour is quite late by the time he makes it back to Lyrandar Tower and leaves the note with Ravien. He decides to go to sleep now, and see what the morning will bring.</p><p></p><p>***</p><p></p><p>It turns out the morning brings an early visitor, interrupting his morning meditations. Bidding the visitor entrance, he finds it is Errol, the ships cabin boy. Ruel had spoken to Errol and Fendrik in the Lyrandar Tower before going to Morgrave yesterday, and both were quite agreeable to rejoin the ship. Errol’s visit comes as a surprise.</p><p></p><p>“Ruel, can you help me with something?”</p><p></p><p>“Is Fendrik with you?” The bo’sun had agreed to watch over Errol while others were occupied.</p><p></p><p>“No, he said I should ‘bother’ you about this,” the shifter boy flinches uncomfortably.</p><p></p><p>“No bother, Errol. What seems to be the problem?”</p><p></p><p>“I… uh want to get a pet, see. And I was, uh, kinda hoping you could help me decide what to get,” Errol looks at his feet while answering.</p><p></p><p>Ruel smiles, “Certainly. Let me finish my meditations and I will assist you. Feel free to play with Fredrick.”</p><p></p><p>Ruel’s familiar and the <em>Liralen’s </em> cabin boy play an amusing game of hide and seek until Ruel is ready to go.</p><p></p><p>“Now, I am in a bit of a hurry, you understand. So we need to be as quick as possible, alright?” Ruel explains as they head out into the early morning. Errol nods quickly and starts off towards the pet shop. The wizard’s admonishment is well-heeded and Ruel must jog at some points to keep up with the boy, who scurries through the crowd easily.</p><p></p><p>The pet shop is a riot of animal noises, but the shopkeeper is obviously familiar with Errol. The shifter soon points out the animals he has narrowed down towards being his pet (or pets):</p><p></p><p>-A litter of jumping rambunctious puppies (“I could buy three of them!” Errol exclaims.)</p><p>-A huge orange and red monstrosity of a toad. (“This fine specimen used to a familiar to a great wizard!” the shopkeeper pronounces grandly)</p><p>-A beautiful hawk with silver-tip wings.</p><p></p><p>Ruel considers the toad. He is something of an expert on magical beasts, which all familiars are. And the toad is no more magical beast than Errol is! “I would recommend the hawk, my boy,” he advises gently. Errol is easily convinced, and with the purchase made exits the shop with hawk in hand in a metal cage, along with a squirming container of live mice.</p><p></p><p>“Where to now Ruel?” Errol seems to be eager to help. Ruel considers – the boy knows the streets, but…</p><p></p><p>“Let us show it to Grelyn, he has probably arrived by now. And then… the pair of you can help Audric,” Ruel decides. Errol brightens and just as quickly as they left, they are back at Lyrandar Tower. After extracting himself from the boys (Grelyn had just arrived), Ruel takes stock of who has arrived and who has not.</p><p></p><p>The ship’s second mate, Travyl d’Lyrandar, is available and has kept track of who has checked in.</p><p></p><p>“Well, all the officers are here… except Aloysius. Levic showed up yesterday and has been helping out all night. Oliver d’Sivis is here, Grelyn, Errol and Fendrik you know about. Tamblyn and Gemma showed up.” Travyl points out Gemma’s griffon taking exercise above the <em>Liralen</em>, but Maddy and Kyrjet couldn’t be found at the addresses they left. Oh, Redbeard just checked in too. Cynde’s messenger left her the note, but she hasn’t arrived yet.”</p><p></p><p>Ruel nods and considers, “No word on Fortunato then. Very well, I am confident Sasha will find our cook. The matter of Kyrjet and Maddy is concerning. Since Alexandre has found Redbeard, could you ask him to try and locate Maddy if you see him? I will be looking into Kyrjet.”</p><p></p><p>Travyl nods and Ruel makes haste to depart for the Sunrise district in Tavick’s Landing. <em>‘No sign of Kashandi either, what a shame… surely a good sword arm is more important!’</em></p><p></p><p>Tavick’s Landing is a gated community, and Ruel is obliged to turn over his weapons at the gate before entering – hardly an inconvenience. When he arrives at Sea Ray Tower, which Kyrjet left as his forwarding address he immediately learns why the messenger couldn’t find him – the address is listed as #333, and the tower’s addresses only go to #33! Ruel asks around at the tower, but none of its residents know of Kyrjet nor can they explain the discrepancy, so Ruel returns to Lyrandar Tower.</p><p></p><p>When he comes back, he learns firsthand that Cynde d’Lyrandar has arrived. The scullery maid quickly approaches Ruel. “Hi Ruel, did you let Kashandi know about all this? I know where she’s working, if you haven’t.”</p><p></p><p>Ruel inwardly groans, “We have not found her yet, no.”</p><p></p><p>“Oh,” Cynde frowns. “Well, she’s working at the Starfire Dragon, in Smoky Towers…”</p><p></p><p>“I see. I had best find her then,” Ruel replies tightly. “If you see Sasha or Alexandre, please let them know. Oh, and also see if they can try and find Kyrjet, he gave the wrong address.”</p><p></p><p>Cynde nods brightly. Ruel turns away and permits himself a scowl. <em>‘Alexandre was right. This is… difficult.’</em></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="PhoenixAsh, post: 4146098, member: 18230"] [b]Update #43: A Difficult Search[/b] Ruel steps out from his skycoach at Morgrave University, and hands his driver three silver pieces for his fare. The sun hangs low in the sky, but not too low – he still has enough daylight to work with to find the Jorascos. Thankfully, he also has some acquaintance with Morgrave University, having been there before in his search for information about Sythriel. Therefore, he knows right where the information desk is to begin his current search. There is a small line, but he waits patiently for his turn. “I am looking for Vijaya d’Jorasco. She should be attending some conferences on the healing arts here, would you have any information on where I could find her?” he asks amiably. The young woman behind the counter – probably a student herself – looks through some paperwork. “Let’s see, I know there are some conferences going on right now… here we go. Vijaya d’Jorasco you said? She’s presenting, right now actually. Conference room 11B, take those stairs to the fifth floor, go right to the end of the hall.” “Thank you,” Ruel nods and heads in the indicated direction. [I]‘I do not know why Alexandre thought this would be so difficult.’[/I] Ruel no sooner reaches the conference room then finds Grelyn, Vijaya’s son, looking quite bored on a bench outside the conference room. The boy brightens on seeing him, “Ruel! Hi!” “Hi Grelyn, is your mother inside?” Ruel smiles. “Yeah. Gods this is boring. I miss the airship, but I guess that’s over and done with, huh?” the boy slouches on the bench. “Perhaps not, actually. That is what I have come to speak to your mother about,” Ruel replies. “Really!? Yes!” Grelyn springs to his feet and grabs the wizard’s arm. “You gotta convince her to go, and let me go! I [B]hate [/B] these boring lectures!” “That is my intention,” Ruel laughs and pries himself free from the lad’s grasp. “Let me talk to her.” Ruel enters the conference room, but is obliged to wait several minutes for Vijaya to finish her lecture. He notes with amusement that Vijaya is presenting on healing techniques and theories in the environment of the Mournlands. He finds it interesting enough to be diverting. When she finishes he approaches her behind a small throng of curious students and academics. When Vijaya notices him, however, she steers him aside so they can speak. “It’s nice to see you Ruel, can I help you with anything?” “Actually, I have come from Ravien to offer you and your son your places back onboard the Liralen. We have come across a way to salvage the ship’s ability to do business,” he explains. “I see,” Vijaya considers. “When will the ship be departing?” “Tomorrow, actually. At mid-afternoon, sooner if possible.” Vijaya shakes her head, “No, I’m afraid not Ruel. I’ve promised to give several more lectures over the next few weeks and I cannot go back on that.” Ruel smiles understandingly. Really, getting a healer like Vijaya onboard is not a high priority with Sasha present. Still… “Of course. But what about your son?” “What about Grelyn?” she replies. “It seems to me he is eager to rejoin the [I]Liralen[/I],” he points out. She sighs, “You told him about this already.” Ruel has the grace to look apologetic, “I did not know to withhold the information from him. However, I would point out that roaming Morgrave’s hallways hardly seems like a good activity for him. Aboard the [I]Liralen [/I] he would have guidance and supervision and honestly, I think he would learn and retain a lot more about your craft.” Vijaya considers the wizard’s words. Ruel has always been convincing, but she is still troubled by the idea, “I take it this haste has a reason. I’ll bet that reason is dangerous.” Ruel has to acknowledge this, “Yes, the mission will be dangerous. However, not for those aboard ship, only for those of us with… irregular duty.” Vijaya sighs, “You can’t know that for sure.” Ruel shrugs gently, “It is your decision.” Vijaya considers for a time, interrupted briefly by a professor complimenting her on the lecture. But she does acquiesce. “Alright Ruel. But I want your word. No… away missions for Grelyn. I want him safely aboard ship at all times. I’m going to write you a letter and I want you to make sure Ravien sees it. I think I may speak to him myself also.” Ruel nods, “Agreed.” He waits patiently for Vijaya to quickly draft a letter for Ravien, takes it and excuses himself. Leaving the University he flags down another skycoach. With the matter of the Jorascos settled, the next task he should be doing is locating Kashandi… “I am feeling in the mood for something spicy for dinner. Take me to the Lava Pit,” he announces to the driver, stretching out in the back of the conveyance. “I can get you close, but not right there. Districts low, you’ll have a little walk,” the driver answers gruffly. “That is acceptable,” Ruel smiles and closes his eyes. The Cogs are not a very pleasant district, but the Lava Pit restaurant is still a relatively safe destination, and so Ruel enjoys a pleasant, if stimulating, spicy dinner. He asks briefly about Fortunato, but no one he talks to has seen him. Unfortunately the hour is quite late by the time he makes it back to Lyrandar Tower and leaves the note with Ravien. He decides to go to sleep now, and see what the morning will bring. *** It turns out the morning brings an early visitor, interrupting his morning meditations. Bidding the visitor entrance, he finds it is Errol, the ships cabin boy. Ruel had spoken to Errol and Fendrik in the Lyrandar Tower before going to Morgrave yesterday, and both were quite agreeable to rejoin the ship. Errol’s visit comes as a surprise. “Ruel, can you help me with something?” “Is Fendrik with you?” The bo’sun had agreed to watch over Errol while others were occupied. “No, he said I should ‘bother’ you about this,” the shifter boy flinches uncomfortably. “No bother, Errol. What seems to be the problem?” “I… uh want to get a pet, see. And I was, uh, kinda hoping you could help me decide what to get,” Errol looks at his feet while answering. Ruel smiles, “Certainly. Let me finish my meditations and I will assist you. Feel free to play with Fredrick.” Ruel’s familiar and the [I]Liralen’s [/I] cabin boy play an amusing game of hide and seek until Ruel is ready to go. “Now, I am in a bit of a hurry, you understand. So we need to be as quick as possible, alright?” Ruel explains as they head out into the early morning. Errol nods quickly and starts off towards the pet shop. The wizard’s admonishment is well-heeded and Ruel must jog at some points to keep up with the boy, who scurries through the crowd easily. The pet shop is a riot of animal noises, but the shopkeeper is obviously familiar with Errol. The shifter soon points out the animals he has narrowed down towards being his pet (or pets): -A litter of jumping rambunctious puppies (“I could buy three of them!” Errol exclaims.) -A huge orange and red monstrosity of a toad. (“This fine specimen used to a familiar to a great wizard!” the shopkeeper pronounces grandly) -A beautiful hawk with silver-tip wings. Ruel considers the toad. He is something of an expert on magical beasts, which all familiars are. And the toad is no more magical beast than Errol is! “I would recommend the hawk, my boy,” he advises gently. Errol is easily convinced, and with the purchase made exits the shop with hawk in hand in a metal cage, along with a squirming container of live mice. “Where to now Ruel?” Errol seems to be eager to help. Ruel considers – the boy knows the streets, but… “Let us show it to Grelyn, he has probably arrived by now. And then… the pair of you can help Audric,” Ruel decides. Errol brightens and just as quickly as they left, they are back at Lyrandar Tower. After extracting himself from the boys (Grelyn had just arrived), Ruel takes stock of who has arrived and who has not. The ship’s second mate, Travyl d’Lyrandar, is available and has kept track of who has checked in. “Well, all the officers are here… except Aloysius. Levic showed up yesterday and has been helping out all night. Oliver d’Sivis is here, Grelyn, Errol and Fendrik you know about. Tamblyn and Gemma showed up.” Travyl points out Gemma’s griffon taking exercise above the [I]Liralen[/I], but Maddy and Kyrjet couldn’t be found at the addresses they left. Oh, Redbeard just checked in too. Cynde’s messenger left her the note, but she hasn’t arrived yet.” Ruel nods and considers, “No word on Fortunato then. Very well, I am confident Sasha will find our cook. The matter of Kyrjet and Maddy is concerning. Since Alexandre has found Redbeard, could you ask him to try and locate Maddy if you see him? I will be looking into Kyrjet.” Travyl nods and Ruel makes haste to depart for the Sunrise district in Tavick’s Landing. [I]‘No sign of Kashandi either, what a shame… surely a good sword arm is more important!’[/I] Tavick’s Landing is a gated community, and Ruel is obliged to turn over his weapons at the gate before entering – hardly an inconvenience. When he arrives at Sea Ray Tower, which Kyrjet left as his forwarding address he immediately learns why the messenger couldn’t find him – the address is listed as #333, and the tower’s addresses only go to #33! Ruel asks around at the tower, but none of its residents know of Kyrjet nor can they explain the discrepancy, so Ruel returns to Lyrandar Tower. When he comes back, he learns firsthand that Cynde d’Lyrandar has arrived. The scullery maid quickly approaches Ruel. “Hi Ruel, did you let Kashandi know about all this? I know where she’s working, if you haven’t.” Ruel inwardly groans, “We have not found her yet, no.” “Oh,” Cynde frowns. “Well, she’s working at the Starfire Dragon, in Smoky Towers…” “I see. I had best find her then,” Ruel replies tightly. “If you see Sasha or Alexandre, please let them know. Oh, and also see if they can try and find Kyrjet, he gave the wrong address.” Cynde nods brightly. Ruel turns away and permits himself a scowl. [I]‘Alexandre was right. This is… difficult.’[/I] [/QUOTE]
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