AWRR Chapter 4

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Summary

Session date: 2023-03-19

Rosalie and her brother visit with a quite ill Lamont at home, as Sébastien's rank is sufficient that it would be difficult to turn away when he insists. They share some news, and Rosalie leaves him with a care package.

Katherina and Victorina meet up to discuss the progression of Victorina's work. Katherina offers to take some pamphlets to distribute at the Sehanine full moon ceremony, and they go to pick them up form the printer together.

Lamont's mother arrives in town, after receiving two letters of concern from his friends. She helps him write a letter in reply to Nik so that he can go to Therma Alba and recover.

Nik and Coifárë meet up at Lavigne's in advance of the Sehanine Full Moon ceremony at the Temple of Our Lady of Passion. Coifárë explains to Nik what he can expect, and the two briefly discuss what's happening with Lamont before they are joined by an enthusiastic Katherina, who makes her intentions for the evening quite clear. The three retire together beyond the veil. Later on that evening, Nik has an emotional break down on Coifárë and the two discuss his feelings and their mutual concern for Lamont.

Leonora shares a morning coffee with her husband and discuss Yadda's debut. They are joined by Nenea, who has prepared an extensive list of possible candidates for her to consider. They review those who meet her priority qualifications: dragonmarked Sentinel House men who are attractive and available.

Gueiris arrives to pick up Lavinia for their carriage ride, and reveals a deception he has played: an illusory chaperone. They discuss their feelings and intentions, and Gueiris offers to share his mark of binding with her. She declares that this is something she will need to consider, but the two embrace passionately for most of the trip.

Kitty and Vinny discuss their previous day's escapades - Vinnie tells her sister about her indiscrete behaviour on the ride and her deep feelings for Gueiris. Kitty confesses that not only did she attended the Sehanine ceremony, but she is thinking of joining the church as an acolyte.

Session

Rosalie and Sebastien visit Lamont

Rosalie: will ride with Sébastien to Lamont's estate

Sebastien: Chats encouragingly with his sister

Sebastien: Do you want me to give you a moment or two alone when we're there? I can probably manage it.

Rosalie: blushes

Rosalie: Oh, no, that's okay. I mean, you wrote the note. It wouldn't be too forward?

Sebastien: grins well, we shall see!

Rosalie: sighs One day, I must teach you the art of subtlety

Sebastien: I can be quite subtle... but we shall see

Rosalie: draws in a deep breath Anyway, I've been meaning to discuss our event this year. Decisions need to be made.

Sebastien: Oh yes! I think we should sponsor a race! Everyone loves a day at the track :D

Rosalie: Well, I was thinking maybe we can do a house party this year. We can certainly have our own games.

Sebastien: Oh I suppose so hmm - here or at the estate?

Sebastien: Maybe a dinner and an evening of games?

Rosalie: I should like to show off the work on the estate. There's been so many improvements.

Rosalie: Perhaps we can invite guests to stay for a couple of days.

Rosalie: I feel so pulled in every direction when it's a single ball. I should like to have time to interact with more people at length

Sebastien: Oh wonderful! enough time to really tie one on ;)r=

Rosalie: Perhaps, but I was more thinking it might be good for you to entertain the ladies a bit more, this time, Seb

Rosalie: When you enjoy the games too much, the hosting duties fall all to me

Sebastien: Oh hoo what, in public my dear? ;)

Rosalie: swats his arm By staying away from the tables and talking to them, you lout

Sebastien: chuckles You know I'm teasing Rose. I shall do my best not to get too distracted but you must know that there are ladies who quite enjoy the tables!

Rosalie: smiles I just want you to be settled, you know. It's my right as your sister to pester you about a partner.

Sebastien: Well you may pester me today I suppose, as we're about to go visit this particular lord with a basket of comforts you prepared especially for him, aren't we ;)

Rosalie: looks down at her basket Well, it's mostly just teas. And a couple of books...

Sebastien: Very thoughtful

Rosalie: shrugs, looking a little embarrassed it's what I like when I am ill.

Sebastien: I'm sure he'll be very grateful. I believe we've arrived though. I'll come 'round and help you out.

Rosalie: will dismount from the carriage with Sébastien's aid

Stillmarch:

Rosalie: greets him, looking concerned Your grace, I do hope we aren't imposing too much. How are you feeling?

Stillmarch: Thank you. And please, I welcome the company.

Stillmarch: sounds very tired and run down

Stillmarch: Pardon me if I don't rise, your grace

Sebastien: Oh no, no trouble Stillmarch. keep yourself comfortable, we won't tire you out too much.

Rosalie: We've brought some restorative teas and a couple of the histories for entertainment.

Sebastien: frowns a bit in concern, and will take a seat

Rosalie: sets the basket on a table nearby

Stillmarch: Thank you, that's very kind.

Rosalie: Are you feeling any better?

Stillmarch: pauses

Stillmarch: I am feeling better at the moment but there have ..unanticipated setbacks

Sebastien: Probably that's the company - the feeling better, I mean ;)

Rosalie: twitches in her seat and folds her hands together Being miserable alone is certainly less appealing than being miserable with company. says smiling lightly

Stillmarch: As you say - My other visitors were turned away, save one, here on formal business.

Sebastien: Well, we did promise not to impose too long, if your doctor says it's no good for your health

Stillmarch: sighs "So I am told, your grace."

Rosalie: looks thoughtful

Rosalie: Well, my brother is very good at getting into places others are told no. It's the charm. And the title. You need only call if you should like our company again.

Stillmarch: That is appreciated, thank you

Rosalie: It is no trouble, really. The ride here was quite beautiful, and I enjoy the present company.

Sebastien: Yes, quite happy to be of service.

Stillmarch: I'm glad to hear it. I hope your will forgive me, though, if I'm not sure when we migh b able to carry out our planned excursions...

Rosalie: waves a hand You focus on getting well, and the rest can certainly wait.

Stillmarch: I am in your debt my lady, and yours, again, your grace.

Sebastien: oh pishposh, not at all.

Sebastien: We're all friends here, aren;t we?

Rosalie: looks at Sébastien with a wry smile Well, unless we're siblings, of course.

Stillmarch: nods

Sebastien: What, we can't be both, Rosie? You truly are my best friend, and you know it!

Stillmarch: smiles slightly at the siblings

Rosalie: Only under threat of torture if I'm not.

Rosalie: Anyway, since you missed the matches, would you like the play-by-play from Sébastien first, or the gossip I heard?

Stillmarch: Oh... whichever you think would be of more interest I suppose.

Rosalie: Ah, well, I brought a book for the majority of the sport, so I know where my interests lie.

Sebastien: It's completely wasted on her, I say! I'm not sure what gossip she think's she heard with her head dpwn half the time.

Rosalie: shrugs slightly Sometimes people think you can't read and listen at the same time.

Sebastien: well, then what all did you hear, then?

Rosalie: shares a few light-hearted gossip items

Stillmarch: very perceptive, to have caught all that while reading.

Sebastien: Oh she's always had quite a keen mind, you know. Wasted on managing me ;)

Stillmarch: nods

Rosalie: If I weren't managing you, I might have too much time on my hands.

Sebastien: chuckles I may be providing the world a service then, eh Stillmarch? ;D

Stillmarch: Or denying them one, perhaps

Rosalie: smiles

Rosalie: All the more reason to see you married off, brother.

Sebastien: Oh Rosie - I can take care of myself you know :V Now Stillmarch, let me tell you about some of the plays, a shame you missed he third match, some excellent martial work there... will natter on about foosball stuff

Stillmarch: nods along with polite interest but is visibly becoming more tired the longer we sit

Rosalie: recognizes at some point he is beginning to tire and subtly gains Sebastien's attention Perhaps it is time we make our farewells. There is still much for us to do today, and I fear we've imposed for too long.

Sebastien: Oh! Of course - you've been most gracious to let us trouble you for so long. I hope your health improves quickly, and I shall hold you to that ride once you have recovered.

Stillmarch: Yes. I am most grateful for the company, but I believe I should rest.

Stillmarch: seems to start to rise and then reconsiders

Rosalie: I do hope you are well soon. I am looking forward to our outing. Shall I ring for service on our way out?

Stillmarch: Yes please, thank you

Rosalie: Of course.

Epistolary

• Letter from Lamont to Nik, written for him by Margo
• Letter from Lavinia to Gueiris
• Letter form Rosalie to Vinnie
• Note from Rosalie to Sébastien
• Note form Sébastien to Rosalie