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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Hawkeye" data-source="post: 2965678" data-attributes="member: 9200">When it appears all are done, suprisingly, Shando stands and clears his throat. "My humble apologies Nobles of Waterdeep, for the Yellow Rose Monestary usually doesn't include public speaking or toasting as part of those things they teach us.  It is hard to work on public speaking on those days that we have enforced days of silence." He pauses for a second, a wry smile on his lips. "I have been blessed to serve Ilmater, and in doing so, serve this city.  As long as Ilmater wishes it, I will serve all of the people of this city, not just the rich and powerful that sit here this night, but also those out in the street this night, those that have no place to sleep or food to eat.  I ask those whom the gods have blessed with abundance to take a moment and consider them in the middle of their revelry.  The protection of those that can't protect themselves should be among the highest Duties that one fills in life.  In working with my friends and comrades in the service to Waterdeep, I have been able to maintain that Duty.  Please do not forget that while you sit and enjoy this party.  I have had several small crates that I have brought this night, in hopes of taking any food that is left to those that have nothing to eat this night.  If you assembled Nobles find yourselves moved to help in this endeavour, please place whatever you feel you need to donate in one of the crates.  I ask that this be done with no speeches, no fanfare and in as much anonymity as possible.  Charity is not meant to be done to bring fame upon those performing it.  It is one of the sacred Duties that we all have to each other.  I am sure that my simple words don't have to remind any of you of that fact, as you are generous people.  I wanted to be sure, though, that the opportunity is available for you tonight to fulfill that sacred Duty.  I know that my speech may have decreased the festivity of this party, that isn't my intention.  So if I may offer the following toast:  May Waterdeep stand until the end of days as a shining example of how the strong must care for, but not dominate the weak.  May the Nobles who rule the city do so with wisdom and generosity.  May our enemies fail to destroy all that Waterdeep stands for.  Ilamter bless us all." Shando bows and raises his glass and then sits down.Hawkeye (Hey, does Shando know how to bring down the party mood?    )</blockquote>

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