"Huh, what? No, I'm fine. You're looking for, what is it, books, right? Let's head over to the market or something, I guess Argonian cities still have those." Lorag answered in an entirely unconvincing tone. He was quick to shift to a neutral expression, but there was a moment when his face showed a hint of depression, or perhaps concern. He did not show emotion readily, and was even less likely to talk about it, but there was clearly something on his mind. Nevertheless, he kept a sharp eye out on the people they passed, just waiting for someone to try something.
"Yes, we would like to sent a letter to Thorn." Meesei answered, repeating herself in Jel just to make sure the woman could understand clearly. As they approached the counter, Meesei reached into her waterproof bag and retrieved the letter Sabine had written months prior. "We do not have an envelope for it. Do you have any for purchase?"
The woman gave a slight nod. "You not needing to worry about that. It is...covered in fee. We keep your packages very safe. Just..." She began as she grabbed a form from behind her counter and placed it in front of Meesei. She thought for a few moments on how to say what she wanted."Just fill out the information of the...person you are sending it to on this form. You can also make special requests for the delivery at the bottom of the page, though some may cost extra." She explained, her words much more clear since she had a chance to think.
Meesei would have liked to let Sabine fill out the form herself, but it would probably be best in this case if it were written out in Jel. Still, she could get her input. "Is there anything special you want to do for the delivery, Sabine, or is just delivering the letter sufficient?"
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Ahnasha gave a quick nod, being careful not to do too much to disturb Rhazii. "Yeah, go ahead. After he's had his fill, I'm going to try to get him to sleep, then maybe see about getting some rest myself. I would suggest looking for books or something like that. You might have to look for a while to find something that doesn't pertain only to Argonians. See you soon."
After Fendros closed the door and took a few steps away, Lorag practically dragged him out of the tavern with how quickly he rushed him out of the door. He seemed unusually eager, especially for something that did not pertain to him very strongly, and to say his attitude at the moment was odd would be an understatement. "Come on, lead the way...hmm, what should I call you now, Dunmer-dad? No, that sounds stupid. Ah, I'll figure it out. Now, let's go."
Kaleeth held herself especially close to Janius. She usually enjoyed the "private" moments they shared, but in this case, she honestly just wanted some distraction from her thoughts. She just wanted to get away from her regrets for a while, but she did her best not to let on to her troubles, but even so, there was still that look of regret in her eyes. regardless, she wrapped her arms around his neck and kissed him, hoping he would forget about it.
After a few minutes of walking, Meesei and Sabine reached the market district. The main road cutting through it was even wider than the road leading into town, but it was even more crowded, as essentially served as a courtyard for an outdoor market. There were stalls with all sorts of foods, clothing, jewelry, and any other number of items for sale, in addition to businesses with proper buildings behind them. "Well, if you want to meet people, a market is a great place to do so. We should look for the courier service first. I would guess it would be located in one of the actual buildings, instead of the stalls. After that, though, I wouldn't mind shopping around and seeing if we can find some interesting people. Just keep an eye out for anyone you might want to talk to. I am not familiar enough with the culture of this city to know if it is normal to approach strangers, but I am sure there is a way we can justify a conversation, especially here."
After Fendros closed the door and took a few steps away, Lorag practically dragged him out of the tavern with how quickly he rushed him out of the door. He seemed unusually eager, especially for something that did not pertain to him very strongly, and to say his attitude at the moment was odd would be an understatement. "Come on, lead the way...hmm, what should I call you now, Dunmer-dad? No, that sounds stupid. Ah, I'll figure it out. Now, let's go."
Kaleeth held herself especially close to Janius. She usually enjoyed the "private" moments they shared, but in this case, she honestly just wanted some distraction from her thoughts. She just wanted to get away from her regrets for a while, but she did her best not to let on to her troubles, but even so, there was still that look of regret in her eyes. regardless, she wrapped her arms around his neck and kissed him, hoping he would forget about it.
After a few minutes of walking, Meesei and Sabine reached the market district. The main road cutting through it was even wider than the road leading into town, but it was even more crowded, as essentially served as a courtyard for an outdoor market. There were stalls with all sorts of foods, clothing, jewelry, and any other number of items for sale, in addition to businesses with proper buildings behind them. "Well, if you want to meet people, a market is a great place to do so. We should look for the courier service first. I would guess it would be located in one of the actual buildings, instead of the stalls. After that, though, I wouldn't mind shopping around and seeing if we can find some interesting people. Just keep an eye out for anyone you might want to talk to. I am not familiar enough with the culture of this city to know if it is normal to approach strangers, but I am sure there is a way we can justify a conversation, especially here."
Managed to post, but now I really need to go to bed. I have a lot of stuff to do tomorrow.
"Indeed." Rareth answered to Ashley as she joined her in the common area. "It has been a long time since I have been sent to a hostage situation. This one seems particularly strange. Usually, hostages are either for demands, or protection. Since they have made no demands, I can only assume they are keeping them for protection, but for what reason? From everything I read in the briefing, this seems like a normal mining station. Certainly valuable to the right people, but unless they are planning to stick around to mine the planet, which would be fairly impossible for them, it would be pretty useless. Perhaps we'll be able to figure this out when we arrive. Anyway, I don't think I will be replicating last night or anything, but we should go get a drink, catch up. We haven't been able to speak much over the last few days." Rareth suggested as she started off towards her room.
With their mission now explained and their departure planned, the rest of the day seemed to pass fairly quickly. There were a few final pieces of business that needed to be handled before they left, but the Assembly was quick to help take care of them. Ashley had the clearance to move her ship into the hanger of the one they would be using. It was a corvette of Rothian make, so its hanger was just large enough to fit it. Instead of its original crew, this vessel would be manned by an Assembly sponsored crew, to help minimize any potential conflicts. The rest of the crew was able to forward any and all special requests to the ship's requisitions officer, a Human named Akilah bint Fadia al-Harthi. She did her best to fulfill the requests, though they were all fairly short notice.
After a night's rest, the team had to wake up early to arrive on time for the ship's departure. The Assembly was helpful enough to send some crew members to help move their belongings, for those who were comfortable enough to allow others to handle their things, at least. Rareth had no issue in allowing the crew to help her, so she was among the first to arrive at the dropship waiting for them on the landing pad just atop the building. It probably wasn't necessary at this point, but she still wore her formal suit, just in case there was someone she needed to make an impression on. She sat down in one of the seats closest to the dropship's loading ramp. As it was a military vessel, it wasn't quite as comfortable as she was used to, but at least it was a Rothian dropship, so the seats were of the appropriate size for her. The others would be able to fit just fine, they might just look a bit small in their seats.
With their mission now explained and their departure planned, the rest of the day seemed to pass fairly quickly. There were a few final pieces of business that needed to be handled before they left, but the Assembly was quick to help take care of them. Ashley had the clearance to move her ship into the hanger of the one they would be using. It was a corvette of Rothian make, so its hanger was just large enough to fit it. Instead of its original crew, this vessel would be manned by an Assembly sponsored crew, to help minimize any potential conflicts. The rest of the crew was able to forward any and all special requests to the ship's requisitions officer, a Human named Akilah bint Fadia al-Harthi. She did her best to fulfill the requests, though they were all fairly short notice.
After a night's rest, the team had to wake up early to arrive on time for the ship's departure. The Assembly was helpful enough to send some crew members to help move their belongings, for those who were comfortable enough to allow others to handle their things, at least. Rareth had no issue in allowing the crew to help her, so she was among the first to arrive at the dropship waiting for them on the landing pad just atop the building. It probably wasn't necessary at this point, but she still wore her formal suit, just in case there was someone she needed to make an impression on. She sat down in one of the seats closest to the dropship's loading ramp. As it was a military vessel, it wasn't quite as comfortable as she was used to, but at least it was a Rothian dropship, so the seats were of the appropriate size for her. The others would be able to fit just fine, they might just look a bit small in their seats.
Kaleeth lowered her head and broke eye contact as she thought back on her village. "I...still wish I could go home...maybe not forever, I just want to see them. I like it here, with you, but I miss mother and father, all my friends, the Treeminder. Everyone. I...I don't want to think about it though." She said, raising her head up to look at him with a smile, albeit an obviously forced one. Her mood had soured, but she didn't want to constantly bring down Janius and the others with her thoughts of home. "I would rather focus on passing the time with you. We can talk, mate, rest, anything you want." She said with each suggestion carrying just as casual of a tone as the last.
Meesei paused to think for a moment before responding. "Well, suppose that can vary. Back in Thorn, during that festival, there was more to do anyone could likely experience in a week, but that is a rarity. I know with us living in the wilds, it is hard to find much of anything to do beyond swimming, hunting, and perhaps some exploring, as well as our own hobbies, of course. You have alchemy, I meditate on magic, and Ahnasha has been recently occupying herself with painting. For here though, in cities like this, there is usually some more variety, beyond what we normally do. For me, when I have to pass the time in cities, I like to see if there is anything I could learn about, whether it be from a book or the people. Maybe I can learn something about the city's history, or something more general. I try to avoid just researching magic, though, as I can do that anytime. If that doesn't interest you...we might just try looking around and seeing if we can find something unique."
Lorag gave a grunt as he slipped his coin back into his pocket. "Wander alone? Ah, right, Alp- Meesei said not to walk around alone, so you need a partner, and you want me to watch your kitten. Hmm, I guess I can watch the little noisemaker. By this point, I'm pretty much a...old..." He began as his voice started trailing off until he was completely quiet. He grimaced, though not specifically at Fendros. Something seemed to be going through his mind that made him more and more agitated until he finally spoke again. "...actually, no. I'll come with you. I can be your bodyguard, keep you safe from all the thugs that don't like Dunmer walking their streets. When are we goin'?"
Meesei paused to think for a moment before responding. "Well, suppose that can vary. Back in Thorn, during that festival, there was more to do anyone could likely experience in a week, but that is a rarity. I know with us living in the wilds, it is hard to find much of anything to do beyond swimming, hunting, and perhaps some exploring, as well as our own hobbies, of course. You have alchemy, I meditate on magic, and Ahnasha has been recently occupying herself with painting. For here though, in cities like this, there is usually some more variety, beyond what we normally do. For me, when I have to pass the time in cities, I like to see if there is anything I could learn about, whether it be from a book or the people. Maybe I can learn something about the city's history, or something more general. I try to avoid just researching magic, though, as I can do that anytime. If that doesn't interest you...we might just try looking around and seeing if we can find something unique."
Lorag gave a grunt as he slipped his coin back into his pocket. "Wander alone? Ah, right, Alp- Meesei said not to walk around alone, so you need a partner, and you want me to watch your kitten. Hmm, I guess I can watch the little noisemaker. By this point, I'm pretty much a...old..." He began as his voice started trailing off until he was completely quiet. He grimaced, though not specifically at Fendros. Something seemed to be going through his mind that made him more and more agitated until he finally spoke again. "...actually, no. I'll come with you. I can be your bodyguard, keep you safe from all the thugs that don't like Dunmer walking their streets. When are we goin'?"
I think it's about time to move onto more interesting parts, given recent delays. I'll skip to the ship soon.
Kaleeth sat up and leaned against Janius, putting her arm around him as he spoke. He did not describe cities as being great, but neither did he say they were terrible. She had not yet seen the positive things he spoke of, but then again, she had only been there a short time. "Well...I guess you did insult them right next to them. I might have been mad too." Kaleeth chuckled. "Maybe you could show me around the city later and point out the good parts? I would not know where to start on my own. We can stay in here for a while though, I don't think I want to go anywhere yet."
After a brief interruption from Fendros, Meesei resumed her conversation with Sabine. "Now that we have dropped off our belongings, we can leave now. Besides, it would be nice to get out of this district of the city." She said. Meesei locked the door to their room behind them, which was admittedly flimsy. It likely would not stand up to most thieves, which was one reason that it was important for at least one person to stay in the inn at all times to watch over their belongings. Meesei kept a close eye on the other patrons as they left, as well as anyone that seemed to be looking at them as they walked down the street. They were traveling in a pair, but an unarmed Argonian woman and a young Breton girl did not make for the most intimidating duo. Even if they could handle any threat to them, it was still preferable to avoid confrontation. Meesei had to admit that she was likely being overcautious. After all, most people had no ill-intentions, but it only took one deranged individual to cause them problems. Nevertheless, Meesei became more comfortable as they exited the slums in search of the market district. "There is something I have been wondering, Sabine, if I may ask. I know you very much enjoy alchemy, but you have never really been open about other things you like. And I am not referring to hunting or other things we have to do, I am curious about what you want to do. Or did you never really have time to form varied hobbies as a child?"
Lorag was indeed at the bar, though he had not yet ordered a drink. Instead, he was leaned against a wall, staring at a coin resting between his fingers. On the one hand, they didn't have much to spend, but on the other, he could really use a drink, more so than usual. He was in an altogether sour mood, not because of anything anyone else had done, or the place they were staying, but because of something more personal, something that disturbed him at his core. He probably would have missed Fendros approaching if he wasn't the only Dunmer in the entire tavern. "Oh, hey, what do you want?" He asked directly.
After a brief interruption from Fendros, Meesei resumed her conversation with Sabine. "Now that we have dropped off our belongings, we can leave now. Besides, it would be nice to get out of this district of the city." She said. Meesei locked the door to their room behind them, which was admittedly flimsy. It likely would not stand up to most thieves, which was one reason that it was important for at least one person to stay in the inn at all times to watch over their belongings. Meesei kept a close eye on the other patrons as they left, as well as anyone that seemed to be looking at them as they walked down the street. They were traveling in a pair, but an unarmed Argonian woman and a young Breton girl did not make for the most intimidating duo. Even if they could handle any threat to them, it was still preferable to avoid confrontation. Meesei had to admit that she was likely being overcautious. After all, most people had no ill-intentions, but it only took one deranged individual to cause them problems. Nevertheless, Meesei became more comfortable as they exited the slums in search of the market district. "There is something I have been wondering, Sabine, if I may ask. I know you very much enjoy alchemy, but you have never really been open about other things you like. And I am not referring to hunting or other things we have to do, I am curious about what you want to do. Or did you never really have time to form varied hobbies as a child?"
Lorag was indeed at the bar, though he had not yet ordered a drink. Instead, he was leaned against a wall, staring at a coin resting between his fingers. On the one hand, they didn't have much to spend, but on the other, he could really use a drink, more so than usual. He was in an altogether sour mood, not because of anything anyone else had done, or the place they were staying, but because of something more personal, something that disturbed him at his core. He probably would have missed Fendros approaching if he wasn't the only Dunmer in the entire tavern. "Oh, hey, what do you want?" He asked directly.
"Oh, so the people are the reason I have to wear it, that makes sense. Well..it doesn't, but neither does anything else, so I can accept it." Since they were alone in the room, Kaleeth wasted no time in removing the dress and tossing it aside before laying down on the bed. She let out a deep breath and held an uncertain expression on her face. I have always wanted to see the cities. I was told what they were like, how big they were and how many people they had. I was told how you could find all sorts of things here you can't find in the swamp. But, it seems like something is...wrong here. The place we came in at didn't look so bad, but these buildings are about to fall down. The people on the street look so sad, and the ones in there were rude and...angry. Are all cities like this? If so...I don't know if I want to go to any more."
Meesei gave a light chuckle. "I'm sure it might have been at first, but Stormhold has been settled for a few eras by this point. I think all of the traps have been disarmed, and all the secrets found long ago. Anything scholars could have learned about this place, they likely already have. I think the ruins are mostly just pretty stonework now. Still, it has been a very long time since I have been in an Ayleid ruin, and there might even be some books about what Stormhold used to be. Maybe after we find a courier, we can see if we can find some?"
Rhazii was, quite predictably, much more content now. At the very least, Ahnasha had so far been quick to handle whatever needs he had. If he cried too much, it might anger the other patrons of the tavern, and they were already not on good terms. It was one reason why she felt nervous about leaving him with anyone else for any length of time, other than the fact that her natural inclination was not to let him out of her sight. If he started crying, whoever was watching him might not be able to stop him, since she was the only one who could feed him. Of course, at that point, it probably would be best to leave Lorag with him. Not many people, no matter how drunk, would willingly pick a fight with him.
"We might be able to risk leaving him with one of the others. If not, you could go out with Lorag or one of the others and find what we need. I'm sure Lorag would be good for keeping the local thugs off of you, anyway." She suggested.
Meesei gave a light chuckle. "I'm sure it might have been at first, but Stormhold has been settled for a few eras by this point. I think all of the traps have been disarmed, and all the secrets found long ago. Anything scholars could have learned about this place, they likely already have. I think the ruins are mostly just pretty stonework now. Still, it has been a very long time since I have been in an Ayleid ruin, and there might even be some books about what Stormhold used to be. Maybe after we find a courier, we can see if we can find some?"
Rhazii was, quite predictably, much more content now. At the very least, Ahnasha had so far been quick to handle whatever needs he had. If he cried too much, it might anger the other patrons of the tavern, and they were already not on good terms. It was one reason why she felt nervous about leaving him with anyone else for any length of time, other than the fact that her natural inclination was not to let him out of her sight. If he started crying, whoever was watching him might not be able to stop him, since she was the only one who could feed him. Of course, at that point, it probably would be best to leave Lorag with him. Not many people, no matter how drunk, would willingly pick a fight with him.
"We might be able to risk leaving him with one of the others. If not, you could go out with Lorag or one of the others and find what we need. I'm sure Lorag would be good for keeping the local thugs off of you, anyway." She suggested.
I would have taken us farther, but I have things I need to do. If anyone wants to talk to Rareth, or any of the representatives before they leave, feel free.
Since most of the team did not seem to have any further questions, the representatives started to leave, but Ghirn remained to answer Bit's question. "I wouldn't worry about supplies. Your ship will be very well stocked for any preferred weapon you might have. It is not ready yet, but if you are concerned about supplies, send a message to the ship's requisitions officer." He suggested, pausing for a moment to send Bit the contact information of said officer. He remained for a few minutes longer just in case there was more he wanted to ask.
As much as Rareth wanted to stay and question Ghirn, she decided it would be best to leave and return to the apartments. It probably wouldn't be best to let the others know just yet that she already had a professional relationship with one of their representatives. Indeed, she was quite curious about why it was him that was assigned to this task. His job involved collecting information and directing the actions of Datius; he was a very important individual. For him to be here seemed like a downgrade...unless this team was far more important than Rareth realized. There wasn't anything about this specific mission that seemed that important, but perhaps there was more going on than the representatives were letting on. Rareth did not like the fact that she did not know; she wasn't usually a person who was left out of the loop.
Instead of heading straight into her suite, Rareth decided to wait outside in the common area, which wasn't too crowded at the moment, and wait for the others to come by. There were a few of her teammates that she had not had much of a chance to speak to, and she wanted to do so before they set off the next day.
As much as Rareth wanted to stay and question Ghirn, she decided it would be best to leave and return to the apartments. It probably wouldn't be best to let the others know just yet that she already had a professional relationship with one of their representatives. Indeed, she was quite curious about why it was him that was assigned to this task. His job involved collecting information and directing the actions of Datius; he was a very important individual. For him to be here seemed like a downgrade...unless this team was far more important than Rareth realized. There wasn't anything about this specific mission that seemed that important, but perhaps there was more going on than the representatives were letting on. Rareth did not like the fact that she did not know; she wasn't usually a person who was left out of the loop.
Instead of heading straight into her suite, Rareth decided to wait outside in the common area, which wasn't too crowded at the moment, and wait for the others to come by. There were a few of her teammates that she had not had much of a chance to speak to, and she wanted to do so before they set off the next day.
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