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<blockquote data-quote="Desdichado" data-source="post: 4930203" data-attributes="member: 2205"><p>Shautha threw caution to the wind and smiled coquettishly at Gaspar. "Some of us are quite good in other ways, too." </p><p></p><p>Ricardo meanwhile, took hold of Francesca's arm in a firm grip. "Not a bit of it, young lady. You'll go back to your family safe and sound. Your older sister would never speak to me again if I allowed you to risk yourself. There's nothing you can do to change my mind." </p><p></p><p>"She probably won't ever speak to you again anyway. She doesn't look back when it comes to boy toys." </p><p></p><p>"I'm not known for looking back, myself. But that's hardly a reason to risk incurring her displeasure." </p><p></p><p>Lash chuckled at Gaspar's comment. "We suffered some damage in a storm just out of Razina. The repairs are holding, but you'll want to dock her and give her an overhaul. Master Gustav performed admirably, and likely saved us all from certain death.</p><p></p><p>As soon as you've verified delivery, we'd be delighted to settle accounts and discuss future endeavors."</p><p></p><p>Liveried slaves and workers started unloading the cargo as Gaspar walked up the gangplank himself. "Come on, don't be shy! You've got payment to collect, and I'll entertain you tonight, and you can stay here at the estate for a few days. I think there may be some more opportunities for lucrative work right around the... <em>Francesca</em>?! What are you doing here? <em>Dressed like that?!"</em> He glared at her, then turned to Lash for an explanation. </p><p></p><p>The shifter chittered amusedly. "We found some cargo not on manifest." </p><p></p><p>"Ah, yes, our stowaway,"Lash grimaced. "She hid herself among the cargo, in a prepared crate. I'd check among your hands in Razina for her accomplice, as she definately had help. Her safe return is the least we could do for such generous employers. No additional compensation is required, but we would not be so crass as to refuse your gratitude. "</p><p></p><p>Ricardo bowed and added, "We were as astonished as yourself, señor, when we found your sister hiding within the cargo hold of our ship. We would have returned her, but the storm that caused the damage you see made that impossible, and we decided the safest course was to bring her here where we knew you would be able to take charge of her." With a perfectly polite smile, Ricardo gestured for the young woman to cross the deck towards her brother. "We are happy to be able to deliver her, safe and sound, into your care."</p><p></p><p>Gaspar was livid. "Fran. Ces. Ca! I want you off the ship now, and out of those ridiculous clothes and into something decent. Then I want you out of my sight the rest of the night. I'll make sure that you are closely guarded."</p><p></p><p>Francesca was on the verge of bursting into tears. Gaspar sighed. "Yes. Well, if you'll follow me, I'll see that you get paid." An armed guard lead Francesca away, but at the last minute the monkey jumped off her shoulder and climbed up Vuukran's leg to stay with him.</p><p></p><p>Gaspar lead the group into his brightly lit, semi-open air office and counted out the gold crowns that they were promised; a fairly heft sack. Then he sat back and relaxed a bit, noticing them individually for the first time. He winked and grinned and Nix especially. He gulped and smiled nervously at Shautha. "Hola! Please, all of you, make yourselves at home. Dinner will be served in two hours, and I imagine you'll want to clean up after your long journey and get more comfortable. Is there anything else I can do for you in the meantime? I never want it to be said that the di Vicenta's are poor hosts to those who are in their favor." </p><p></p><p>"Perhaps a tour of the estate?" Shautha batted her eyelashes at Gaspar. </p><p></p><p>"Uh..." Gaspar looked around quickly, desperately, hoping to find something that he had to do, but coming up blank. His shoulders sank. "Sure, milady." He offered her his arm.</p><p></p><p>Shautha smiled at Gaspar and took his arm rather gently for someone of her size and demeanor. "I look forward to getting to know you better, my lord. I can't wait for the dinner tonight." She chattered on somewhat inanely as they walked away. </p><p></p><p>Commander Bananas chittered in Vuukran's ear after Shautha and Gaspar left. </p><p></p><p>Gaspar sighed and started telling Shautha about the estate. "And over there is my bedroom..." Suddenly his eyes went panic-stricken and he clapped his hand over his mouth. "Ahh... I mean... my... uh...Oh no. Oh my... Uh... Shautha, you're... uh... your clothes... You're, uh, having a bit of a wardrobe malfunction... [size=-2]please let that be an accident[/size]" </p><p></p><p>Vuukran's eyes went wide with shock for a moment before he composed himself. <em>Dog, when my time in this world is over, I pray only that you fetch me away to a world free from changelings.</em> Leaning over to the other hobgoblin, he whispered, "Lash, we may be in trouble. Appearances to the contrary, that is not Gaspar di Vicenta." </p><p></p><p><em>Duh-duh-DUUUHHHHH!!!!!</em></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Desdichado, post: 4930203, member: 2205"] Shautha threw caution to the wind and smiled coquettishly at Gaspar. "Some of us are quite good in other ways, too." Ricardo meanwhile, took hold of Francesca's arm in a firm grip. "Not a bit of it, young lady. You'll go back to your family safe and sound. Your older sister would never speak to me again if I allowed you to risk yourself. There's nothing you can do to change my mind." "She probably won't ever speak to you again anyway. She doesn't look back when it comes to boy toys." "I'm not known for looking back, myself. But that's hardly a reason to risk incurring her displeasure." Lash chuckled at Gaspar's comment. "We suffered some damage in a storm just out of Razina. The repairs are holding, but you'll want to dock her and give her an overhaul. Master Gustav performed admirably, and likely saved us all from certain death. As soon as you've verified delivery, we'd be delighted to settle accounts and discuss future endeavors." Liveried slaves and workers started unloading the cargo as Gaspar walked up the gangplank himself. "Come on, don't be shy! You've got payment to collect, and I'll entertain you tonight, and you can stay here at the estate for a few days. I think there may be some more opportunities for lucrative work right around the... [I]Francesca[/I]?! What are you doing here? [i]Dressed like that?!"[/i] He glared at her, then turned to Lash for an explanation. The shifter chittered amusedly. "We found some cargo not on manifest." "Ah, yes, our stowaway,"Lash grimaced. "She hid herself among the cargo, in a prepared crate. I'd check among your hands in Razina for her accomplice, as she definately had help. Her safe return is the least we could do for such generous employers. No additional compensation is required, but we would not be so crass as to refuse your gratitude. " Ricardo bowed and added, "We were as astonished as yourself, señor, when we found your sister hiding within the cargo hold of our ship. We would have returned her, but the storm that caused the damage you see made that impossible, and we decided the safest course was to bring her here where we knew you would be able to take charge of her." With a perfectly polite smile, Ricardo gestured for the young woman to cross the deck towards her brother. "We are happy to be able to deliver her, safe and sound, into your care." Gaspar was livid. "Fran. Ces. Ca! I want you off the ship now, and out of those ridiculous clothes and into something decent. Then I want you out of my sight the rest of the night. I'll make sure that you are closely guarded." Francesca was on the verge of bursting into tears. Gaspar sighed. "Yes. Well, if you'll follow me, I'll see that you get paid." An armed guard lead Francesca away, but at the last minute the monkey jumped off her shoulder and climbed up Vuukran's leg to stay with him. Gaspar lead the group into his brightly lit, semi-open air office and counted out the gold crowns that they were promised; a fairly heft sack. Then he sat back and relaxed a bit, noticing them individually for the first time. He winked and grinned and Nix especially. He gulped and smiled nervously at Shautha. "Hola! Please, all of you, make yourselves at home. Dinner will be served in two hours, and I imagine you'll want to clean up after your long journey and get more comfortable. Is there anything else I can do for you in the meantime? I never want it to be said that the di Vicenta's are poor hosts to those who are in their favor." "Perhaps a tour of the estate?" Shautha batted her eyelashes at Gaspar. "Uh..." Gaspar looked around quickly, desperately, hoping to find something that he had to do, but coming up blank. His shoulders sank. "Sure, milady." He offered her his arm. Shautha smiled at Gaspar and took his arm rather gently for someone of her size and demeanor. "I look forward to getting to know you better, my lord. I can't wait for the dinner tonight." She chattered on somewhat inanely as they walked away. Commander Bananas chittered in Vuukran's ear after Shautha and Gaspar left. Gaspar sighed and started telling Shautha about the estate. "And over there is my bedroom..." Suddenly his eyes went panic-stricken and he clapped his hand over his mouth. "Ahh... I mean... my... uh...Oh no. Oh my... Uh... Shautha, you're... uh... your clothes... You're, uh, having a bit of a wardrobe malfunction... [size=-2]please let that be an accident[/size]" Vuukran's eyes went wide with shock for a moment before he composed himself. [I]Dog, when my time in this world is over, I pray only that you fetch me away to a world free from changelings.[/I] Leaning over to the other hobgoblin, he whispered, "Lash, we may be in trouble. Appearances to the contrary, that is not Gaspar di Vicenta." [I]Duh-duh-DUUUHHHHH!!!!![/I] [/QUOTE]
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