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Message: <blockquote data-quote="biorph" data-source="post: 1107397" data-attributes="member: 10426">As they entered the main hall of the Vladaam estate, it was fairly obvious that the family must come from merchant stock.  No other nobles would be able to afford the simple yet opulent furnishings of this estate. As they entered they were met by a man who's face was set with small beady eyes behind a disproportionately large nose.   No matter which way he turned he always seemed to have to look down his nose to see anything."Can I...assist...you" He asked Darian"Yes we have an appointment with the lady of the house, if you would please announce our presence." the cleric responded"I see" said the servant "And the...harlot and...forest creature, they are with you as well?""Yes" said Darian curtly."Very well" the servant sighed "Please ask them not to sit on the furniture.  We've had enough trouble cleaning up after your...associate's...first visit without having to worry about getting his miasma on the silks and other more delicate fabrics.  And heaven knows when the last time your slut bathed.  And nothing had better go missing in the short time she's here." stated the servant before promptly turning on his heel and leaving the room to announce them.Had be turned slower he would have seen what accompanied the muffled sound of a struggle as Alya had to physically restrain Calrom from breaking the peace bonding on his weapons and attacking the servant outright."Forgive me for anything I may say in this meeting," he asked "I fear that the way to get the best price would be for me to show distain for my companions rather than trying to change the attitudes of these stuck up prigs.""Agreed" said Alya, "We're not going to be changing any minds here, let's just get our cash and go.  Keep your temper Calrom, You won't help anybody by landing yourself in jail for assault against a noble." 'Advice I'll have to remember for myself as well' Alya thought.Several minutes later they were escorted into a drawing room of elegant furnishings where a young woman dressed in a flowing white dress greeted Darian."Master Dawnguard," She said "I don't believe I've ever had the pleasure of meeting you personally before, it is an honor.""And for me as well," said Darian performing a low bow and kissing the lady's hand."However next time please do leave your strumpet and barbarian at home" She began "We prefer to burn our trash rather than travel with it.  Would you like some tea?"  As she spoke Alya could see the woman make an effort to inconspicuously stick out her chest to make her cleavage appear larger.  The bard couldn't hide a sly self satisfied smile."You're too kind," said Darian smiling graciously and taking a cup "I'm, afraid good help is so hard to come by these days I have to take what I can get.  But if we may get down to business, I'm afraid my day is somehwta busy, as I'm sure yours is as well.  We were told that your family collects rare coins.""Oh we collect far more than that Master Dawnguard" she began "We also collect items of a magical nature from all over Cormyr and parts beyond.  My father, Lord Vladaam, and my brother are especially interested in magical weapons currently.""Really!" said Darian as the eyes of the three party members lit up.  "We may have some more custom for you then. but first thing's first, Alya, the coins if you would."Time to have some dig at this insufferable snob thought Alya as she pulled out the box of coins "Yes" Alya said smiling sweetly "We were quite fortunate, notice the large size and excellent quality of the chest, feel free it admire the craftsman ship, we've been getting a lot of compliments on it and a number of people have admired it in passing."  As the lady looked up from the obviously plain wooden box, her and Alya's eyes met each daring the other to crack first."Indeed" Said Lady Vladaam dryly "It looks rather common and overly used to be of much value.  These coins however are lovely, I believe my father would like these a great deal" she said delicately picking out five of each type of coin.  "Would you accept, oh say, twice the value of the metal for them?""YES." Darian replied before Alya could be allowed to retort, "That's most gracious thank you.  We also have several magical weapons if you would care to examine them. We have this great axe and a rapier in a jeweled scabbard." Darian Glared at Alya for her to keep her mouth shut this time."Hmm, the axe, no I'm afraid it's a bit too...primitive" she said looking at Calrom as she emphasized the last word.  "But the rapier however, hmm, the scabbard is quite nice, a pity it's on such a...common...background.  Still my brother may be interested in acquiring it.  where should I have him send a message if he's interested?""The Windlord's rest?" suggested Darian"No," Lady Vladaam replied "I'm afraid it wouldn't do to have one of our messengers seen there among their kind."Darian let out a long sigh "Perhaps the temple of Lathander then?""Yes, I believe the rose altar would be acceptable" the lady replied."Very well, if we have no further business to discuss, I'll must bid you good day, I'm afraid I have other matters to attend to."  said the lady as she escorted them back into the hall. As they left Alya said to Darian, "5 minutes alone with her, and no witnesses that's all I ask" she began cracking her knuckles. "Look, I need some reasonably 'civilized' company right now, so I'm, going to track down those 'barbarian elf wild men', that were in the inn this morning.  Calrom why don't you go pick up the items from Filani and Darian, why don't you see if the High Father has any new information for us on the revenant of its whereabouts." And with that the bard stalked off and left them to their business.</blockquote>

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