[h2][center][b][color=red]Let the Dance Begin.[/color][/b][/center][/h2]
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Silence lingered after Salem spoke, the vampires watching the mages expectantly. After it was apparent they had finished, the mage’s polite smile thinned. Varis sent Ryner a look across the table. The mages clearly prioritized her [i]clarification[/i] on the point rather than addressing the Queen’s original statement. She clearly didn’t want possible solutions floating around after the stunt she pulled with the Eves. Still, her attempt was painfully heavy handed. Varis sneered. Cut down the mages and save Ryner’s skin; Varis would have to thank her for the opportunity later.

[color=f7976a]“As expected of mages, completely missing the point.”[/color] Varis said dryly to the mage. [color=f7976a]“So opinionated and yet incapable responding appropriately. The Queen asks for solutions and the mages hand her opinions. This is why vampires are the ruling class. On the subject of breeding however, have we any news from Countess Lavintra? Though her pet is a brute, he is a perfect match for Eloise.”[/color]

[color=MistyRose]“She was always a poor communicator. He was removed permanently from the breeding pool. Apparently, the mage fell in love and had a child under her nose. She’s practically ruined, the poor thing. Any vampire with existing contracts parted ways and I hear she is struggling to find new ones.”[/color] The mage sipped at her drink before handing it away as the next course was served, Culetto and thin Bamboo Melon slices with sparkling water. 

[color=f7976a]“Absolutely disgraceful.”[/color] Varis sighed, picking up the glass of blood that was just set in front of him and swirling it. [color=f7976a]“As the boy pointed out, mage’s have a duty to their betters. In fact,”[/color] Varis looked at Aaron, [color=f7976a]“what do you think is an appropriate punishment for a mage fornicating and impregnating others without permission?”[/color]

[color=bc8dbf]“I find Mr. Spellman brings up an interesting point as well.”[/color] Ryner spoke up quickly, just as Varis finished his question. [Color=bc8dbf]”Your discussion suggested a mage's opinion should count for more in their treatment. How much weight should a mage's opinion have in your opinion?”[/color]