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 ==Epistolary==
+* [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MkPAy9eeTnUAnroJWIvAbrM8T72jDtd_UuTz1SQPI6Y/edit Letter from Lamont to Nik]
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	Nik: Thank you, it was very nice to see you again!		Nik: Thank you, it was very nice to see you again!
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		+	===Lamont Discusses His Engagement With Thurston===
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		+	Lamont: (probably someone on staff will let Thurston know that Lamont has turned up in the stables before he actually comes to the house)
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		+	Thurston Allard: will come out to the stables to interrupt Lamont
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		+	Well, welcome back. I was starting to think you didn't want to be near me.
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		+	Lamont: turns, keeps a hand on Briar's neck
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		+	Lamont: Hello uncle.
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		+	Lamont: looks like he is actually doing really well - better than when he first came home for the season, even
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		+	Thurston Allard: looks him over thoughtfully You look well, at least. I had no idea what I'd find when I found you, with you running off so abruptly. Did you not receive my letter?
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		+	Lamont: Your letter? I'm afraid not.
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		+	Thurston Allard: shakes his head sadly
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		+	Ah, that explains much. I can't blame you for wanting to take a trip home after all you've been through, but I had sent a letter to let you know I was coming to make sure you were alright. By the time I reached Therma Alba you were long gone, it seemed.
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		+	Lamont: nods.
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		+	Lamont: It had been some time since I'd been to Stillmarch. It was good to return, if briefly.
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		+	Thurston Allard: I imagine it would be. You are truly not obligated to stay here, if you would prefer to relocate to Stillmarch for a while. I am your guardian, but you are more than old enough to manage yourself without me.
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		+	Lamont: pauses
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		+	Lamont: That is something of a change in sentiment.
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		+	Lamont: But if that is how you feel then - No, I'm not interested in relocating to Stillmarch at this time, but I will find an appropriate lodging elsewhere.
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		+	Thurston Allard: sighs and rubs his forehead tiredly
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		+	I have never been... good with people, especially younger people that are under my authority. I have tried to do right by you, but after the events of this season, I have to accept that you are your own man, and you know what's best for yourself. I do hope you will stop by and visit your Uncle from time to time
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		+	Lamont: is probably not completely succeeding at looking at you like you have three heads
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		+	Lamont: I will not neglect my family duty
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		+	Lamont: (What are his intentions here?)
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		+	Lamont: But if you intend to permit me to arrange my own affairs, that is welcome news.
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		+	Thurston Allard: Of course not. You've been a dutiful lad since your brother's passing. I am merely an overcautious man, and apparently a bit of an overbearing one.
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		+	Chitara: (Oh he absolutely just wants to convince Lamont he has good intentions)
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		+	Lamont: (ah ha ha)
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		+	Lamont: Then. I have your leave to announce my engagement to Lord Evenor.
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		+	Thurston Allard: clearly startled I had heard you had grown quite close but... are you sure that is wise? You are still young, and Lord Evenor is even younger by his peoples' standards.
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		+	Lamont: I am without a single doubt.
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		+	Lamont: His family supports the match.
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		+	Thurston Allard: Well, lets take this at a reasonable pace, at least. You and Lord Evenor must come to dinner here, and we can discuss the matter. Forgive an old man his foibles, I would like to speak to your prospective spouse before I sign off on the marriage.
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		+	Lamont: Are you prepared to let me manage my own affairs or not?
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		+	Thurston Allard: I said you can choose your living situation, I didn't mean I would completely step away- I would be remiss as a guardian if I didn't at least have a conversation with the boy.
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		+	Lamont: 😒
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		+	Lamont: Then after I have finalized these arrangements, I will host you both.
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		+	Thurston Allard: nods That seems a reasonable compromise. I will look forward to it.
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		+	hesitates for a moment before clapping a friendly hand on his shoulder
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		+	I am happy for you. I never did manage to make a match, I hope yours proves strong.
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		+	Chitara: (He weirdly completely means this one)
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		+	Lamont: Thank you.
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		+	Lamont: will come in a little while later to arrange for his things to start getting packed, and some sent to his temporary lodging
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		+	===Chitara and Vaze Discuss Her Engagement and Dinner Plans===
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		+	Chitara: Has come back a bit frazzled, but seemingly in high spirits
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		+	Vaze: can be found going over some correspondence in the study
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		+	Vaze: Ah, you are back! how was your trip? I heard there was some kind of attack?
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		+	Chitara: comes into the study with a smile after freshening up from the trip
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		+	I imagine this is the absolute best trip I could have had considering we were attacked by a hoard of demons.
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		+	Vaze: I'm glad to see you unharmed. Come, sit and tell me all about it.
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		+	Vaze: will have a servant bring some tea
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		+	Chitara: will happily come to sit by the fire with him
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		+	Well, would you like the good news or the thrilling tale of adventure first?
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		+	Vaze: perks up at that
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		+	Vaze: Oh, let's hear the good news. I could use some these days.
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		+	Chitara: Well, while I was at Therma Alba, I made the acquaintance of the Duke Sebastien Harcourt. You might recognize the name as being from a dragonmarked human noble house of the area.
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		+	She winks
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		+	Vaze: Oh? A duke, is it? That's quite a prestigious connection.
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		+	Chitara: We suit each other rather well, I think. And I have also befriended his sister, who is rather in charge of his affairs and thinks I have a reasonable shot of getting him to propose.
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		+	Vaze: Oh, my! Do you think he is amenable to our political outlook?
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		+	Chitara: ... Truthfully, he's a bit... um... not politically minded. But he is fond of me, and I am confident he would support me and my political work here
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		+	Vaze: nods
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		+	Vaze: Someone who is indifferently disposed towards political causes might be preferable in some ways. What about your own feelings in the affair? Do you think you could be happy with him?
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		+	Chitara: blushes
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		+	Yes, I think so. He's... well, he's everything I'd hoped to find. I can't precisely claim to be in love with him, but I think we would have a good life together.
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		+	Vaze: You have a pragmatic outlook on such matters. What about his estate? his income? Is his reputation good? He is highborn of course, but will he be able to provide a comfortable place for you to live, and behave suitably towards you?
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		+	Chitara: I have not seen his estate, but his family are quite well off from their perfumes- I am told they are extremely well regarded in Nerathi circles and have been for centuries. And we have had a very frank conversation about what we're looking for out of marriage- I think we are precisely matched on those expectations
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		+	Vaze: Then, if you think this match would be suitable for you, I have no objections to it - provided, of course, that once I meet the young man nothing seems amiss.
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		+	Vaze: Perhaps it would be appropriate to invite him - and his sister, you said? - over for dinner one evening in order for me to get to know them.
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		+	Chitara: I had already suggested as much to Rose- his sister, I mean. I'm looking forward to it
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		+	Vaze: Wonderful, then - we shall have to impress them with some good Ahkasic hospitality!
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		+	Chitara: grins
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		+	Sounds like an excellent evening!

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	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): I never thought that I would ever get to live the adventures that I had dreamed of as a girl, but now it looks like not only will I have that chance, but... I'll have someone to live them with.		Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): I never thought that I would ever get to live the adventures that I had dreamed of as a girl, but now it looks like not only will I have that chance, but... I'll have someone to live them with.
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		+	===Tea Time With Nik and Chitara===
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		+	Chitara: will come over once the boys return to Highmark
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		+	Nik: welcomes Chitara for tea
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		+	Nik: I'm so glad you could make it! I know you're busy with so many political meetings and affairs at the moment.
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		+	Chitara: Well, yes, but I've always got time to see you
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		+	Nik: smiles warmly at that
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		+	Nik: So, tell me - was Therma Alba everything you hoped it would be? I know the ending was a bit... not ideal.... but other than that?
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		+	Chitara: grins and also blushes a little
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		+	Oh, I had a wonderful time. Even if the ending was not great
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		+	Nik: I'm glad to hear that. Was there anything in particular that stood out, or simply enjoying the surroundings?
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		+	Chitara: The company was also excellent
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		+	Nik: I thought so too!
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		+	Nik: If you can keep a secret...
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		+	Chitara: You know I can
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		+	Nik: looks around in case, but leans in closer
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		+	Nik: I became engaged to Lord Stillmarch! We haven't said anything publicly yet, as it still requires some... negotiations... family matters, you know. But I'm very excited about it!
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		+	Chitara: covers her mouth so as not to squee
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		+	I'm so happy for you!
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		+	Nik: grins
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		+	Nik: Well, thank you! I know it probably seems quite sudden, but I've known him for many years, at least through letters.
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		+	Chitara: Well, if all goes well within a few weeks I'll have an engagement to announce with someone I've known for way less than you've known him, so I'm no one to judge
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		+	Nik: oh really? how exciting!
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		+	Nik: Can you tell me who it is, or is it a secret still?
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		+	Chitara: Well, it would be a secret, but I can share with you. I spent most of the weekend at Therma Alba with Duke Harcourt.
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		+	Nik: Oh, he's very handsome!
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		+	Chitara: He's also very talented.
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		+	winks
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		+	But also, we're pretty well suited, and I have come to something of an unofficial arrangement with his excellent sister.
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		+	Nik: Oh, well, that's marvellous! I wish you all the very best, and hope that it will all come together flawlessly 🙂
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		+	Nik: That would certainly be a very... advantageous match, I believe.
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		+	Chitara: It is a much more advantageous match than I had expected to find
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		+	Nik: If it isn't too impertinent a question - will his position be of benefit to your cause? I don't mean to suggest that's why you would fancy him, of course. But surely, a duke would be quite a political coup.
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		+	Chitara: Well, yes.
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		+	shrugs
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		+	I won't lie and say it doesn't factor in. I have been under orders to find someone from a Marked house to marry, the exciting part is that we're actually... suited. I think I will enjoy being married to him
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		+	Nik: That's wonderful to hear. I really am glad for you! I know that it isn't always possible to put aside political considerations, but if they coincide with your own desires, then that's the best possible outcome 🙂
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		+	Chitara: I entirely agree. I could not have hoped for any more
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		+	Nik: I look forward to celebrating once the news is all finalized and announced!
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		+	Chitara: As will I, when yours is formally announced! I'm so delighted for you both
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		+	Nik: Are you planning any gatherings further on in the season?
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		+	Chitara: Oh, yes, we're having an Akhasic expo that will culminate in a ball. We haven't sent out invitations quite yet but you will of course be invited, as will your fiancee
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		+	Nik: That should be a very exciting event! I'm already looking forward to it 😄
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		+	Chitara: That is the hope. We're trying to really make sure everyone can get a look at what we could bring if we were incorporated
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		+	Nik: Well, you know that you have my support, for whatever small value that has in the grand scheme of things.
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		+	Chitara: I do appreciate it. You're a more valuable ally than you think, especially now that you are Interesting to Society. You can't underestimate how much interesting people supporting a cause can do.
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		+	Nik: laughs lightly at that
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		+	Nik: Interesting? Me? I don't know why I would be, but thank you for saying so 🙂
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		+	Chitara: Well, you just had this house party that got attacked and defended by genuine celebrities. And now you're about to get married to the tragically ill boy from earlier in the season
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		+	Nik: nods a bit more seriously
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		+	Nik: I suppose it is as you say... although it wasn't my intention.
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		+	Chitara: Well, thankfully it doesn't have to be intentional.
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		+	Nik: nods
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		+	Chitara: But... I'm not in the know and I don't have to be to know something's going on. Is there anything I can do to help you and Lamont?
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		+	Nik: Oh... well... it's complicated. My family quite support the match, but our worry is that his uncle may refuse.
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		+	Chitara: But why? You're an excellent match for him, aren't you? Is there some political nuance I'm missing or is his uncle just an ass?
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		+	Nik: Um... it's a delicate situation. Lamont's uncle is his guardian until he turns 25 or marries, and so he has control over Lamont's wealth until that point. And... he has shown signs that he doesn't want to let that power go so easily. He might not object, I don't know for sure - it's only a worry at this point.
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		+	Chitara: sighs
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		+	Ah, of course. The things people do for power.
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		+	Nik: nods gloomily
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		+	Nik: So I don't know that there is much that you could do, unless you wanted to bribe him or something.
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		+	Nik: says as a joke
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		+	Chitara: laughs
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		+	No, but if nothing else I can hide him away. That's... kind of what I do.
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		+	Nik: chuckles at that
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		+	Nik: I'll let you know if it comes to that, I suppose!
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		+	Chitara: nods
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		+	Seriously, if at any point I can be of help, let me know. You're one of my oldest and dearest friends.
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		+	Nik: I appreciate that. I do mean it when I say I'll bear it in mind, if anything does occur to me.
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		+	Chitara: Good. And good luck dealing with the elder Stillmarch.
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		+	Nik: Thank you. And best of luck to you as well in securing your Duke.
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		+	Chitara: Thank you, I appreciate it
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	Lamont: will draw them closer and make good on that >:3		Lamont: will draw them closer and make good on that >:3
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		+	===Lavinia Talks to Her Sister About Her Future===
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		+	Katherina: barges into her sister's room and flops down on her bed
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): Kitty! How are you feeling?
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): is sitting with her arm in a sling.
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		+	Katherina: I am SO glad to be home, after all of that!
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): It was terribly distressing, yes.
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): does not seem all that distressed, honestly.
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): I was so worried that you and mother had gotten hurt or... worse.
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		+	Katherina: Well physically we were fine, I still dont' think I have recovered from being so suffocated by His Highness's ego :p
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): Surely it couldn't have been THAT bad...
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		+	Katherina: I was very relieved to be rescued. I'm glad to know not all of House Brescia is like that. How is your arm?
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): Mostly better. I'm told that even with the healing potion there will be some scarring, though.
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): But I suppose it's better than being digested by a demon.
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		+	Katherina: nods
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): Besides, I believe that scars might actually be a bonus to Gueir... Lord Kyrnon.
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		+	Katherina: I haven't had a chance to ask what happened there.... You're reconciled somehow? what happened?
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): Apparently he had sent me a letter last week that I never received about how he would be there with Magus Auspex because his mother instisted, but he had already told her that nothing would come of it because of me. I feel like an idiot. I shouldn't have been so quick to assume the worst.
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		+	Katherina: Ugh! Do you believe him? I mean, I suppose it makes sense, but he coudl have just used his words to say so when I asked, goodness!
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		+	Katherina: His attitude certainly did not help :p
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): I do. When he came to rescue me he... he had to use his gift on me, to give me energy. It was like... like I could feel his soul. I've never felt anything like it.
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		+	Katherina: His attitude certainly did not help :p
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		+	Katherina: Feel his soul :o
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): I don't know how else to ddescribe it
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		+	Katherina: that sounds....exceedingly intimate :o
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): It... was.
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): Suffice to say, I do not doubt his affections.
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		+	Katherina: frowns
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		+	Katherina: well.... if you're sure.... you know though, for a man to uh... share himself intimately does not mean his heart is true....
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): When he came back to Therma Alba, he didn't look for Juno. He came straight to my room.
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		+	Katherina: Well, she is a soldier! surely she could take care fo her self to some extent...
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): Trust me, Kitty.
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): I don't know much, but I know this.
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): Though I do wish I knew what happened to that letter.
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		+	Katherina: Oh, I hate that you had such distress over it!
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): I suppose that distress is how we grow.
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		+	Katherina: makes a face
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): I am sure you must have grown immeasurably from your imprisonment with Lord Brescia.
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): teases
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		+	Katherina: grown disgusted perhaps
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): laughs
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		+	Katherina: But now what? You will resume your courtship? What about magus Auspex?
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): With all the demons and such we didn't really have time to disuss it, but I think it's safe to say that yes, we will be moving ahead with things. I hope to be able to ask mother for her blessing by the end of the season.
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): From what Gueiris said, Juno is fine with the situation. She has other prospects.
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		+	Katherina: Oh well, good for her then, I suppose.
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		+	Katherina: Well then.... I shall be happy for you, and you know I will help however I can:3
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): smiles and throws her good arm around you.
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): Oh, I know you shall, Kitty!
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		+	Katherina: hugs back
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): And I will be happy for you, whatever you decide for your future.
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		+	Katherina: no wonder you seem so calm - I was afraid it was the shock, but now I see it is just a meanseure of peace :3
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): It's a lot of things, I suppose.
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		+	Lavinia/Tuck (he/they): I never thought that I would ever get to live the adventures that I had dreamed of as a girl, but now it looks like not only will I have that chance, but... I'll have someone to live them with.

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-===Coifare Talks to Their Cousin===
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 Calar Brescia: Ah cousin, so glad I ran into you.  Shame about the big feast.
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 Lamont: I think perhaps, this evening.  I need some time to think