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Padishar's Question and Answer
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[12:28] Alina Drogomir nods at this and turns towards the street, "We shall look forward to hearink from you then."
[12:28] Padishar Ishtari smiles lightly to the two, "Hello sir and madam. How are you this afternoon?"
[12:28] Jasper M. Prescott bows his head once more, raising his right hand to the bill of his hat and holding it, while Ms. Dragomir and the boy depart
[12:29] Alina Drogomir curtsies, " Goot aftairnoon, I am well thank you . And you?"
[12:29] Jasper M. Prescott quite well, thank you. And yourself?
[12:30] Riely Bonham's eyes focus on the curious tatoo on the man's exposed collar.
[12:30] Padishar Ishtari smiles, "I'm well. I am going to go in and get ready for the questions forum... Will you two be attending?" he motions to the tea house. "It starts in a couple hours.
[12:31] Jasper M. Prescott titls his head, curiously.
[12:31] Kaece: Questions forum? May I inquire as to the topic for the questions?
[12:32] Alina Drogomir looks to teh tea house a bit embarrassed as that was not what she had intended, but a bit uncertain how to get out of the situation gracefully, she looks to Mr. Prescott stalling her answer.
[12:32] Jasper M. Prescott glances at the man, then to Ms. Dragomir, politely, before returning his gaze to the man
[12:33] Padishar Ishtari shrugs gently, "Anything the public wants. My name is Padishar Ishtari. I'm running for mayor. So I've gained permission to use this location for a forum, and I'm letting the public come and ask me questions... There will be food and drink as well."
[12:33] Kaece: Ah, a politician!
[12:34] Kaece: Well, I would both consider it a civic duty to attend, as well as be honored to do so
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[12:34] Alina Drogomir loks to the coblestones for a moment before making a decision, "My sistair and I air the Dragomir Nightinkgales and we air very intairested in politicks. It sounds a very intairestink forum."
[12:35] Riely Bonham: looks*)
[12:35] Kaece glances at Ms. Dragomir, pleasantly surprised
[12:36] Padishar Ishtari nods politely, "Well then you all three should show up.. Miss, and your sister, and sir." he smiles. "I would like to hear what people want to know... It's key to being a good mayor, knowing what's wrong as far as other's see it."
[12:36] Alina Drogomir feels Mr. Prescott's eyes on her and smiles up to him innocently
[12:37] Kaece: I agree wih you, dear Sir. I can assure you that I'm just as interested in what you may perceive as being wrong, as well as your intended platform for governance
[12:37] Alina Drogomir nods to the politician, "Off course Mistair Ishtari, Is very wice thinks you air sayink."
[12:37] Kaece smiles deferentially at the man
[12:38] Padishar Ishtari chuckles, "I think a lot of things need improving, but I dont know about anything being outright wrong. I actually like this city quite a bit." he nods. "If you'll excuse me. I do need to go make sure the food is prepared... Fred and I have been working off and on all night deciding what should be made."
[12:39] Kaece: Of course. And thank you for your kind invitation
[12:39] Kaece bows his head to the man
[12:39] Alina Drogomir nod to the politician as he moves past
[12:40] Padishar Ishtari bows politely to them both, heading towards the door of the tea shop.
[12:44] Ophelia Applewhyte gave you Padishar For Mayor! Wear Me!.
[12:51] Padishar Ishtari heads into the tea shop, happy to see a lot of food already set up. He goes back to bother Fred about a few more things, but seems fairly satisfied with the displays. He walks back out to the main room and smiles, "Finished early and everything... Very nice. Thank you Astrid.." he glances upwards and looks back to call out to Fred, "Thanks Fred!" to which he gets a chuckle in return. He spots the Miss Dragomir and breaks from his celebration to smile her way, "Hello to you too!"
[12:54] Alina Drogomir enters the Inn sweeping the street dust from her skirts, "Ah got day again." she starts speaking a bit more slowly so that her accent comes not quite as thick. " I aim new to London. I thank you for your invitation."
[12:56] Padishar Ishtari nods politely, "I hope you like the city, at least. How long have you been here?"
[12:57] Alina Drogomir smiles a decidedly toothy grin, "I haff been here for over two months and my sistair a bit less than that. We air artists and London is so inspiratonal, no?"
[12:57] Riely Bonham: inspirational*)
[12:59] Padishar Ishtari smiles lightly, "It can be, yes. And I believe I am the only candidate who has gained the support of the Arts in the city... The philharmonic is going to be ressurected and the art museum should be reopened if at all possible."
[13:01] Alina Drogomir smiles nodding appreciatively, "Ah yes, I haff heard of your Philharmonic. I hope that one day we will perform there if London is not so stuffy as to snub dance. I know there are some who find it rather scandalous."
[13:02] Jasper M. Prescott steps with the reins to the mailbox mounted on the building, then wraps the reins around the ironwork before tying them off
[13:02] Kaece: Your mount should be quite safe and rested there, miss
[13:03] Padishar Ishtari considers her a bit, "Well I would think it best so speak with Lady Ophelia. She owns the Albert Hall where the Philharmonic plays." he smiles. He notices Victoria and nods her way, "Hello Victoria, I hope you intend to show for the forum as well!"
[13:03] Sister Victoria VanTassel walked into the Tea room looking around for Miss Astrid then seeing Padi and Alina as she walked closer looking between them hearing Padishar "Oh I would not miss it sir"
[13:04] Alina Drogomir mentally files the name away and turns towards the other lady in the room nodding politely to her.
[13:05] Padishar Ishtari looks about and smirks, deciding to go lay out some pins on the tables for people. "Do either of you want a campaign pin?" he pauses, looking to Victoria, "I understand if you dont want to, at least."
[13:06] Peri flickers an approving smile on the man as he performs the small gentility"Oh I am not sure I will remain around here if it is two hours hence, I will shop and return...maybe I should change?"
[13:07] Sister Victoria VanTassel shakes her head smiling "I think I should stay seemingly neutral for the time being, I do not wish to step on any toes, seeing as Miss Rena and Patch came to me for aid the evening before last"
[13:07] Alina Drogomir looks to the pin politely and nods, "Thank you, I think I shall, " she annunciates in an almost British way.
[13:07] Kaece: Ah, yes, of course...a lady shouldn't be kept waiting! As for attire, I simply cannot speak to the matter. I'm afraid I'm nearly just as uninformed about this session as you are
[13:08] Padishar Ishtari nods lightly, "I understand." he offers Alina a pin, stepping over to her after setting out a couple on the back table.
[13:08] Sister Victoria VanTassel looks to Alina curiously "have you adopted an english accent already on your short time here?"
[13:08] Peri took her hors to get in this bloody outfit but it really wouldn't do if it is tea time when they hold the event"Mmm well maybe I can get away with a riding outfit, my new hat will distract any disapproval"
[13:09] Jasper M. Prescott smiles, politely, and nods
[13:10] Kaece: I'm sure the host would care far more about your presence as compared with your attire, which I anticipate would be most acceptable
[13:10] Sister Victoria VanTassel smiles to him as she gently places her hand on his shoulder "Though unless Sir lyon has some powerful words this evening I think we both know who I shall be voting for"
[13:11] Padishar Ishtari chuckles at Victoria, "I do hope he comes to the forum... I'd like to hear what he has to question me on." he smirks lightly and walks to the other table, "Rena and Patch seem to be out for blood, I havent heard if this is Lyon's intent. But mudslinging seems unnecesary between friends."
[13:12] Alina Drogomir adjusts the pin to her blouse carefully and smiles up to Sister Victoria, whom she hadn't had a close enough looka to recognize initially, "Goot evening Sistair. It is nice to see you outside off our classroom."
[13:14] Sister Victoria VanTassel nods "I do agree, all aspects of politics have that though do they not? Also twas one reason why I withdrew, to many I do not wish to get into conflict with" looking to Alina "Indeed, though I doubt class will be held for some time or at least until this election is through"
[13:14] Jasper M. Prescott raises an eyebrow, then leans back, chuckling while demurring
[13:14] Kaece: I'm afraid that as of yet I'm unfamiliar with the slate of candidates. But one never knows!
[13:15] Jasper M. Prescott eyes Miss Cabroni, curiously, for a moment
[13:15] Kaece: I do think I'll enjoy hearing your questions of the candidate
[13:16] Jasper M. Prescott nods, chuckles
[13:16] Alina Drogomir looks ot the sister, "The election has somethink to do with the Professora's condition. I haff heard she had taken ill. Is this not so?"
[13:17] Jasper M. Prescott: "Quite insightful, Miss Cabroni. However, you strike me as someone who, after the digging is done, may be willing to give a gentle push"
[13:17] Padishar Ishtari rubs his hands together a bit, looking between the two ladies, "The food isnt all ready yet, but Fred is putting together a very nice collection of good treats.." he raises an eyebrow at the question, "Which 'Professora' are we talking about?" he doesnt sound to be teasing her accent, just playing with the word.
[13:17] Jasper M. Prescott laughs
[13:18] Sister Victoria VanTassel nods "She is indeed, though not involved with the election i wager, however with Rena and Patch's involvement with the campaign of Sir Lyon only time will tell when Rhyssa will be healed"
[13:20] Padishar Ishtari frowns lightly, "I hadnt heard anything about Rhyssa's condition... Been so busy with the campaign and my own things, I hadnt really thought to ask. I kept seeing notices about the classes." he shakes his head a bit. "Do you know what's wrong with her?"
[13:20] Jasper M. Prescott follows the crop with his eyes, then returns his glance to Miss Cabroni, smiling politely
[13:20] Alina Drogomir looks to the politician, guessing herself addressed,"Professora Prather, has been very ill off late. She was certainly not hairself our last class at all, was she Sistair?"
[13:20] Kaece: On the contrary, Miss Cabroni. It is I who have taken too much of yours. Please forgive me, and please do enjoy your shopping!
[13:22] Sister Victoria VanTassel nods in agreement with Alina "I agree" then looking to Padishar "I know not why they asked me to look at her I am in no strech of the imagination a trained healer, but i attempted to look, Rena stated there were mental blocks inplace that need to be removed, apparently she is fighting it all in her own head" shaking her head somberly
[13:23] Padishar Ishtari grumbles, "And I'm not mental healer either... I fix the body. Since I wasnt called on, I'm going to guess they have a plan. But I have been quite removed from their little family. My outside interests just dont gel with all of their's."
[13:23] Jasper M. Prescott tilts his head, intrigued, as he glances at the papers, then smiles and nods deferentially
[13:24] Jasper M. Prescott: "The room will be graced by your return, Miss Caproni"
[13:24] Jasper M. Prescott bows his head and reaches with his right hand to the brim of his hat, holding it
[13:25] Alina Drogomir looks concernedly from the Sister to the politician, " Iff it is about memory I wondair why they do not consult the Hypnotist.
[13:25] Jasper M. Prescott pauses, continuing to bow his head and holding the hat brim until Miss Caproni has walked off
[13:26] Padishar Ishtari taps his nose a bit, "The hypnotist... Lux?" he raises an eyebrow at Alina. "He may be a good choice, yes.. And I know another couple folks who handle the mind. Like I said, they likely have a plan."
[13:28] Sister Victoria VanTassel nods "Ah yes Lux was being looked for along with others, but they said i was called upon for i was a specter...quite an odd assumption that I could help with no former training just because what I am"
[13:28] Kaece: / 2 m enters casually and glances around the room, then spots the pie case and meanders over for a peek while listening, quietly
[13:28] Alina Drogomir nods, "I haff nothink but the deepest respect for Proffessora Prather and hair sistair. " She pauses herself checking her annunciation among society, "I ..am.. certain they will follow a wise course, but still," she furrows her brow a bit, "I do wish there were something one could do."
[13:31] Padishar Ishtari hrms softly, "Best I could do is recommend finding Doctor Lux... And hope that her stubburn attitude does indeed win out over any mental obstacle." he chuckles a little, glancing to Jasper, "Good to see you again, sir. Sorry I didnt notice you sooner."
[13:32] Sister Victoria VanTassel nods to her "Only thing one can do if not trained in these matters is hope for the best, I assume we could speak with the headmaster of the university Sir Nic to continue classes in her absence"
[13:32] Jasper M. Prescott looks up from the pies and towards the man, smiling
[13:32] Jasper M. Prescott: "Why, thank you. And I'm sure you have much on your mind currently."
[13:33] Jasper M. Prescott: "Your preparations are going well, by the look of these treats!"
[13:34] Padishar Ishtari chuckles, "Sir, they're not for eating quite yet! Still have an hour and some time before any food eating will occur." he smirks.
[13:34] Sister Victoria VanTassel smiles to Padishar "Well sir I will leave you so you may prepare, but if I may ask where will you be holding this fourm this afternoon?"
[13:34] Jasper M. Prescott laughs, nodding, while holding his hands outstretched slightly, his can dangling from his right hand
[13:34] Padishar Ishtari points downward at the floor, "Right here, Lady Victoria. It will run from three til six. And then we will break for dinner."
[13:35] Alina Drogomir decides silently to employ Lux on her own and make them see him, by whatever means of persuasion she can think of,, she mout sets into a brief grim line before she turns and smiles to Mr. Prescott briefly -
[13:35] Jasper M. Prescott: "Ohh, I wouldn't dream of partaking of such delectables before it's appropriate."
[13:35] Jasper M. Prescott thinks for a moment, then rephrases, chuckling
[13:35] Jasper M. Prescott: "Well, I *would* dream of it...but I wouldn't do it"
[13:35] Jasper M. Prescott laughs, lowering his hands
[13:36] Padishar Ishtari chuckles at Jasper, "Indeed.." he blinks a bit as Rena arrives, "Miss Rena, how are you?" he smiles lightly. "I like the wings."
[13:36] Sister Victoria VanTassel smiles softly to Padishar "Is botis aloud to attend? I am sure he may have a question or two, that I could ask on his behalf"
[13:36] Rena looked back at her wings after a moment, before simply looking forward. Giving padi a brief nod"Good. "She'd murmur, brushing off a layer of dust that covered her shoulders"Hello again Victoria.
[13:37] Padishar Ishtari glances to Victoria and nods once, "Yes'm. Of course.. Everyone's welcome."
[13:37] Sister Victoria VanTassel nods seeing Rena "Good afternoon, how are you today?"
[13:37] Kaece: /m 2 turns, casually, at the sound of newcomers
[13:37] Alina Drogomir laughs softly at Mr. Prescott's joke, "Ah so it is true, " She slows her speech again so as to annunciate the proper English way, " That the way to a man's heart is his stomach?"
[13:38] Rena smiled a bit at this, giving her head a slight nod"Fairly well, I was merely out testing some new products earlier, as the layer of dust on my shoulders can attest too. Quite pleased with the way they came out.
[13:38] Jasper M. Prescott smiles at Ms. Dragomir, nodding readily in agreement
[13:39] Jasper M. Prescott: "cuisine can have quite an effect, for better or worse"
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[13:39] Kaece 2 laughs again, nodding
[13:39] Padishar Ishtari turns about, smiling at Lady Ophelia, "It is good to see you, here. How are things going so far?"
[13:39] Sister Victoria VanTassel nods "I hope nothing to destructive" she chuckled then looking on a slightly more serious note "Oh have you made a beginners swordsmanship curriculum as of yet?"
[13:39] Rena smiled just a bit, chuckling to herself"Beginner swordsmanship no, beginner weapons use classes, yes. Not everyone uses swords after all. I'm quiet partial to hammers, when the need arises.
[13:41] Kaece 2 glances at the figure to his right, quizically, before turning back to Ms. Dragomir with a puzzling expression
[13:41] Sister Victoria VanTassel nods "Very good, do you kow when you shall be starting this class or is it still being talked over?"
[13:41] Rena: "For the time being, I will likely hold it in the forge lobby, or near it. Possibly in the Arcanum in the back of the classroom."
[13:41] Alina Drogomir turns to see Rena giving a small dip of her head into a polite, friendly nod
[13:42] Sister Victoria VanTassel nods to her "Do you have a time or day in mind? or will it be after or before the magic classes"
[13:43] Rena shrugged her shoulders a bit."I would imagine the times would vary depending on what I feel like teaching at the time, and if I'm busy with my smithing work. And I have a strong feeling that I will likely come under heavy order here soon.
[13:43] Kaece 2 cants his head to the side, slightly, and expressionlessly, as he listens
[13:44] Padishar Ishtari hums a bit, looking over the small crowd already, he rests his hands behind his back. Pleased that everyone seems to be getting along so far, had not really considered bringing on security. He simply watches and waits.
[13:46] Jasper M. Prescott allows his eyes to wander absently around the room as he breathes in deeply, enjoying the scent of the fresh-baked pies
[13:47] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart smiles under the veil, "Hello Mr. Ishtari, how are things going?"
[13:47] Padishar Ishtari nods a bit, "Good.. Good. I told them all it doesnt start til three.. They've just been staying to talk. It's not bad." he chuckles.
[13:47] Alina Drogomir bites her lip before asking in slow English, " Professora, how is your sister. I would be most grateful to have an opportunity to pay her a visit." Alina's eyes scroll to Mr. Prescott, as she explains, "Professora Prather teaches a blend of science and Professora Rena is a master of weapons, which is a science I doubt i could grasp!"
[13:49] Jasper M. Prescott glances over at Ms. Dragomir, nodding politely in acknowledgment, then turns to the one addressed as Professora, assessing casually
[13:49] Rena chuckled a bit, giving her head a brief nod to Alina"She is still...not well. "SHe'd pause for a moment, before smiling" I teach in the Arcanum, both in the schools of magic, as well as weapons and armor handling and maintenece. "She'd smile a bit more.
[13:49] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart chuckles drily, "The food will be gone before you get started."
[13:50] Padishar Ishtari smirks at Ophelia, "I told them no... And just in case, I have Fred on standby... He's been somewhat amused at my almost wedding planner attitude." he smirks.
[13:50] Kaece: You certainly look equipped for such lessons, miss
[13:50] Jasper M. Prescott eyes the large sword, chuckling politely
[13:51] Rena laughed a bit at this, nodding her head"Indeed, the sword on my hip is one I am quite proud of, made of a mixture of titan, mithril, and some secret components that I'll not tell to anyone. "She'd grin, patting the sword on her hip.
[13:52] Jasper M. Prescott: "Well, here's hoping that you needn't use it to slice the pies or cut the cakes!'"
[13:52] Alina Drogomir smiles politely, eyeing Rena's sword- not wishing to permission she had asked publicly.
[13:52] Riely Bonham: to press))
[13:52] Sister Victoria VanTassel smiles "Indeed she makes fine products, I was her first customer and I am quite satisfied"
[13:53] Jasper M. Prescott chuckles again, then turns slightly to look over the newly places cakes, enviously
[13:53] Rena chuckled a bit, giving her head a brief nod."If you would like to see it, simply ask. It is a sword and dagger combination, I had some...spare materials left over. "She'd look to the cakes for a moment, before smiling a bit"Though do not be embarassed, most do not notice the sheath holds a dagger as well.
[13:53] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart emerald eyes twinkles as she watches the activity.
[13:54] Jasper M. Prescott nods at the woman, deferentially
[13:54] Lyon Sinclair smiles as he saunters in, he arches a brow at Rena. "Hallo Rena, traumatizing a pie?" he teases with a grin
[13:55] Rena turned a bit, sticking her tongue out at Lyon."Best be careful, or I'll convince patch to make it so you never get it down. "She'd taunt back at him, grinning slyly" And I have'n quiet traumatized one yet.
[13:55] Jasper M. Prescott smiles upon hearing the comment of the approaching man
[13:55] Alina Drogomir smiles politely to the newest arrival and to the second red haired woman she had seen in one evening
[13:56] Padishar Ishtari waves lightly to Miss Bluebird and walks about the post to see Lyon, after hearing his voice. "Ah hello, Lyon! I'm glad you made it."
[13:56] Viola nods and smiles to the group as she enters the Dark Coast
[13:56] Jasper M. Prescott: "Alas, the night is young, and I suspect that the outlook isn't good for the treats to survive, swordplay or not"
[13:57] Lyon Sinclair a small silly grin crosses his face, he inclines his head repsectfully to others, and reaches out to attempt to ruffle the winged figure's head. "Naew, how bae mae favorite blacksmithy tadae? Yae up tae no guid I suppose." his eyes twinkle just a bit, his face however, stiffens a great deal spotting Padishar. "Guid dae, Mister Padishar Ishtari." the tone formal.
[13:57] Jasper M. Prescott chuckles, then turns further, sensing the presence of another
[13:57] Rena chuckled a bit."I would not cut the treats with these particular tools, their blades are designed in a way not quiet...suited for cutting sweets. "She'd grunt out a bit as her hair was ruffled, silver eye turning to look up at lyon."Careful, I can push these wings out fast enough to knock a man on his ass.
[13:58] Sister Victoria VanTassel sees a growing group as she makes her way for the door having a few letters to write before to late in the evening
[13:58] Padishar Ishtari chuckles at Jasper, "Yes, let's use forks and knives on the food, no swords..." he smirks looking back to Lyon, "I was informed that you want to challenge me to a debate, sir... I fear I offended your gal when I told her I think you know best to challenge another man to a battle of intellect in person, though."
[13:59] Jasper M. Prescott smiles politely at the redhaired woman, then upon hearing the Professora's comment, gingerly takes a step to the right out of wingspan range...and conveniently nearer to the desserts
[14:00] Viola returns the gentleman's smile and nods "Good evening sir"
[14:00] Kaece: Indeed it is, miss!
[14:01] Lyon Sinclair his voice swirls out, dark and powerful. "Aye, I heard about thae insult yae passed mae Fiance Mister Ishtari, I realize thae sacredness of debate, but yae have nae heard mae gae up tae yer lady and insult her. Shae has taken a great deal of joy out of being mae Secretary, and it bae not unusual fer Secretaries tae make ..hmm...appointments. Tis part of wit thae dae...an while I find debate sacred tae any who wuid call themselves scholar, yae know right well yae misbehaved lad."
[14:01] Jasper M. Prescott bows his head to the woman, smiling
[14:01] Rena nodded politely to all in the room."For those who are not aware, I am Rena D. Prather, I work the local smithy. I do take comissions for personal items, so don't be afraid to ask, as well as teach at the Arcanium De Sorcerie, and the Arcanium de Litis
[14:02] Jasper M. Prescott glances to his left, nodding and making a mental note
[14:02] Lyon Sinclair attempts to ruffle Rena's hair again. "Aye, an mae family as well.." he pretends to dodge away.
[14:02] Viola raises an eyebrow at Lyon's statement and then turns back to the gentleman "I don't believe we have met I'm Viola"
[14:03] Jasper M. Prescott smiles again and approaches Viola, though preserving a comfortable amount of space in front of her.
[14:03] Rena glared a dirty glare at lyon as he ruffled her hair once more. Taking a brief moment to tighten the braid, and brush some of the dust out of it, while plotting an evil plot of revenge.
[14:04] Alina Drogomir 's ears perk at the name Viola... could she be the owner of Ten Bells.. She wondered if Vic had given her the request as yet...
[14:04] Padishar Ishtari shakes his head slowly, "I did not do anything of the sort intentionally, sir.." he gives Lyon a smile, though it's strained, "I would not ask this gentleman next to me to walk over and slap you with the white glove for a duel if you were the opponent. And I would have thought you knew the same curtosy." he shakes his head, "I did not mean to offend her terribly, but if she wishes to feel that way, who am I to judge?" he nods.
[14:04] Kaece: Hello, Miss Viola. Prescott...Jasper Prescott. It's a pleasure to make your acquaintance
[14:04] Jasper M. Prescott bows his head again slightly, grasping the front brim of his hat for a moment
[14:05] Viola offers her hand to Mr Prescott "It's a pleasure to meet you sir, I run the Ten Bells down the street"
[14:06] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart listens quietly, a small smile under her veil as she surveys the tea room.
[14:06] Jasper M. Prescott extends his own hand, briefly to take ahold of Viola's, then lowers his head to place a soft kiss upon it
[14:06] Alina Drogomir 's eyes dart to Viola upon hearing the name Ten Bells on her lips
[14:06] Rena looked between padi and lyon for a moment, taking a step back, and simply observing.
[14:06] Jasper M. Prescott leans back up, then glances at Viola
[14:06] Viola smiles at the gentleman "Have you been in London long sir?"
[14:06] Kaece: The Ten Bells? Yes, I believed we passed it on the way in
[14:07] Viola nods
[14:07] Jasper M. Prescott: "Actually, on this visit, no."
[14:08] Jasper M. Prescott: "Miss Dragomir was kind enough to help me find a few things"
[14:08] Lyon Sinclair tilts his head. "Aye, I did knaew such, and I think yae will find thae I will defend mae lady's honor sir..offending her is now offending maeself." the words still neutral and cool. His lips twitch. "You must keep in mind..lad.." the voice rather reminicint of someone speaking to a small child. "Thae this is nae duel..but a debate..thae white glove was used only in challenges of knighthood, and I think perhaps, thae yae have nae earned the rank of knight sir...sae while Debate bae sacred..it is nae upon thae same...coniste bleu of thae duel tae thae death."
[14:09] Jasper M. Prescott glances in the direction of the rhetoric, then back to Viola and bounces his eyebrows momentarily
[14:09] Jasper M. Prescott: "it seems the games have begun!"
[14:09] Jasper M. Prescott chuckles lightly in an effort to add some levity
[14:10] Viola turns to Lyon and looks him up and down briefly with a smirk flickering on her face then turns back to jasper "So it would seem..."
[14:10] Padishar Ishtari shakes his head slowly, "The white glove is used as a challenge between gentlemen... And debates are near as serious. So please, give me my credit for social nicety." he looks about, "Now is not the time for bickering or fighting, be at ease and enjoy the company." he motions with his hands lightly.
[14:11] Lyon Sinclair turns, and makes a motion that Rena would entirely understand. "If yae wuid Rena?" the tone suggesting he expected her to do something.
[14:11] Rena rose an eyebrow, looking at padi and lyon. After a moment, she'd cross her arms, walking up to lyon and offering him one of her gloves, the ones she'd made special of course.
[14:11] Jasper M. Prescott: "Miss Viola, if I recall correctly, it was suggested to me that your establishment would be a good place to lunch. Would you have any particular recommendations?"
[14:12] Lyon Sinclair attempts to take the..rather heavy gauntlent from her. His eyebrow raises as he looks at it. "Lass?" a small smirk hovered on his mouth. Evidently Padishar had offended Rena at some point and time..
[14:12] Lyon Sinclair successfully performs the simple task.
[14:12] Alina Drogomir eyes ping-pong from one candidate to the other as a small amused smile curls the corners of her lips into a bow
[14:12] Rena shrugged her shoulders" Do I "look" Like the type who wears pretty white gloves? "She'd ask, rising an eyebrow at lyon, and taking a step back
[14:12] Viola sighs and rolls her eyes as she watches Rena, she answers Jasper whilst her attention is still on Lyon "Well, the choice of dishes is limited sir...but I can assure you the service is second to none"
[14:13] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart watches the scene a twitch to her lips, "I do hope you two remain civil boys will be boys but after the electio nyou two shall need each other's expertise regardless of who won or lost.
[14:13] Jasper M. Prescott nods, politely
[14:13] Padishar Ishtari seems amused at this suddenly, a small smile crossing his lips. "I think you've missed a crucial point, Lyon. You likely do not want to do that.." his tone was pleasant, though low. "There is plenty of time to settle this elsewhere.."
[14:13] Jasper M. Prescott: "I will look forward to sampling both the cuisine and the service"
[14:14] Viola smiles "Most do sir...and once tried you'll not need to go elsewhere"
[14:15] Viola: "even if I do say so myself"
[14:15] Jasper M. Prescott chuckles, nodding
[14:15] Jasper M. Prescott: "You certainly may say so, yourself. I would not expect otherwise!" -
[14:16] Viola moves closer to Jasper and whispers "Now, do you think we'll actually get to the debate or will these two keep dancing around each other?"
[14:17] Naia enters quietly, fearing she is late.
[14:17] Padishar Ishtari raises an eyebrow at Viola, "This is not a debate, Lady Bluebird. This is a question and answer forum. Anyone may come ask me questions... It starts in about... ohh... let's see." he looks at the window and thinks a moment, "Less than an hour."
[14:17] Jasper M. Prescott: "leans his head over whispering, "I think the debate already has begun. Whether civic issues will be debated, remains to be seen"
[14:18] Rena rose an eyebrow"Oh, is that what this is all about? I just came for the sweets.
[14:18] Lyon Sinclair arches a brow. "I have naething tae hide from thae public lad..." he reaches down and saunters towards Padishar, a small grin played across his lip. "If yae wish tae play in thae big dogs court lad, yae need tae learn how tae play thae game.." the worth's forth-rite. He taps his chin with the metal gauntlent. "Let's sae..it has been some time since I challenged someone tae a duel.....and since yae seem tae find them thae one and thae same...let's sae..thae throwing down of thae gauntlent...."he pauses and looks Padishar over easily. "I demand thae satisfaction of a debate wtih yae, Mister Padishar Ishtari....as since I was knighted in Scottland..an have recieved accolade of thae three blows tae thae shoulder with a sword..thae last three affronts I cuid accept without redress..." he taps his chin as he saunters towards Padishar.
[14:19] Alina Drogomir steps towards the lady in the black gown, "Excuse me Madame, did I hear your name was Lady Applewhyte?"
[14:20] Jasper M. Prescott waggles his eyebrows at Viola and nudges his head toward the Scotsman as if to demonstrate his point
[14:21] Viola smiles at Padishar "My mistake sir..." she trails of and leans back towards Jasper, "my question would be whether they can tear their attentino away from each other for long enough to answer any questions about civic issues rather than personal slights, I think Cedric has my vote"
[14:21] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart frowns, "I think sirs that you should save your bickering for after the election, your animosity to the point of near violence will turn away voters from both of you and I for one do not wish to address a rat as Mr Mayor." She turns to the woman, "No madame I an Lady Lowenhart I do not know a Lady Applewhyte"
[14:21] Padishar Ishtari laughs softly, giving Lyon a short bow, "If it's a debate you want, sir. You have it... But I do consider you a friend, Lyon. And I dont especially wish to fight you." he tilts his head a bit, "Topic of choice? You challenged me, here." he glances to Viola and raises a brow, "This is all before our scheduled event, so I pardon if I bore you with our arguement here.."
[14:22] Rena looks over to Izala, giving her a polite wave, and nod of the head.
[14:22] Viola smiles politely "I;m not entirely bored Sir, I am however finding it a little repetitive"
[14:22] Lyon Sinclair he inclines his head momentarily, and hefts the rather weighty metal glove in his hand, appraising it. "Naew, bae honorable behavior..I am supposed tae smash yae in thae face with this..or must wae keep up with thae formalities lad?" the words snapped. "I wuid nae have yae insult mae family further for not.following thae formalities.." he waits for Padishar's reply, and then hearing it snorts amused. "Somehow, I dinnae think yae wuid.." he puts the gauntlent on his shoulder, just in case though.
[14:23] Jasper M. Prescott whispers to Viola once more..."Assuming it doesn't come to blows, I'm curious to see whether either or both of these candidates *can* focus on civic issues...will be very telling for purposes of a vote"
[14:23] Izala Beltza nods to Rena " Good to see you. What is going on here ?"
[14:24] Rena shrugs her shoulders"Not really sure, I'm only giving it half my attention. From what I understand, Padi slighted lyons honor, and lyons challenging him to a debate. Something about knighting I guess? All I'm really interested in is those cakes, Politices bore me to death.
[14:24] Jasper M. Prescott smiles at the professora
[14:24] Lyon Sinclair he smiles sweetly at Viola. "Aye, I wuid bae most pleased tae answer any questions about thae civic issues..but I dinnae hear a question lass...perhaps yae cuid speak up sae thae wae might hear yae over thae lads blundering."
[14:25] Padishar Ishtari gives Lyon a little look, "You dont want to fight me either, Lyon... If you recall what happened to your pants one time ago." he grins slightly deviously. "Let's relax, be merry, and talk civilly for at least Lady Bluebird's sake. I am curious to see what everyone thinks to ask in general.."
[14:25] Alina Drogomir cringes inwardly at her error, "My appologace" she replies grasping her hands into a small ball, "I must haff heart you incorrectly before."
[14:25] Jasper M. Prescott: "Professora, *you* just might have my vote. Anyone who has the good sense to focus on the cakes certainly must have the good sense to run things!"
[14:25] Jasper M. Prescott chuckles, nodding firmly
[14:25] Izala Beltza looks towards the cakes " The lemon aide looks good. I think if they have a debate it would be nice to advertise it a few day before, and perhaps have it in the auditorium
[14:25] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart smiles to Rena, "I baked several of those they are wonderful, "Do'Urden nearly cried when I took them from the house
[14:26] Rena shrugged her shoulders a bit. "Too wordy if you ask me, "SHe'd murmur a bit, looking back to the two with a smile."Once the debate is over, if it ever starts, I can't wait to dig in. I've been starvin lately, don't get much chances to eat when you're haunched over a red hot forge.
[14:26] Viola smiles and addresses Lyon "Of course sir...my question is...if a business owner takes issue with the behaviour of someone in their premises would you uphold their right to tell the person to leave regardless of their potential connection with you?"
[14:27] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart nods, "There will be a debate later, an official one these are preliminary ones."
[14:28] Jasper M. Prescott rotates his head to his left, curiously awaiting a reply to Viola's question
[14:28] Lyon Sinclair grins. "Aye, and if yae dae that here, I will issue yae a challenge and then dae thae return tae yer lady in public." the words muttered out of the side of his mouth. He shrugs his shoulders. He smiles at Viola. "I would tell thae business owner thaet thae all have the right tae refuse services as thae wish, however, removin someone from their property unless thae specifically a breakin a law is perhaps bad form..an bad business..if thae wished someone tae bae removed I wuid suggest contactin thae constables for such."
[14:29] Padishar Ishtari laughs at the comment from Lady Ophelia, "Do'Urden should be here too. I would like his presence." he smiles lightly. Shaking his head a little at Rena's comment. Then to Viola, it sounded rather pointed and specific, he wasnt too sure why... "Um. Miss Bluebird, I would argue that a business owner owns the property... they can ask a customer to leave at their decision at any time. Just as though you ask someone to leave your home..." he blinks once, stepping back a bit from Lyon, heading towards the fireplace. "We have about half an hour til we'll start the open questions, please think of some good ones, I do like to be challenged."
[14:29] Viola nods "I see and...should the person in question return and threaten the business owners again how would you suggest the constables deal with the situation?"
[14:30] Lyon Sinclair chuckles softly. "I wuid sae thae the constables must follow thae letter of thae law madame, as mae family wer told thae threatening is nae illegal in thae state of legacies, one mae threaten tae thae hearts content, if yae dinnae like someone threatenin yae, make nice with them or buy a bouncer....It is thae ten bells after all."
[14:31] Izala Beltza shakes her head " As a constable I wish to make one thing clear... what was said is that I can not arrest someone for making a threat.
[14:32] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart looks at the lady next to her, "Did you mean to speak to me miss?"
[14:32] Lyon Sinclair nods his head. "Indeed, and I have looked upon thae laws of Legacies...thar bae nae punishment fer makin a threat, yae are more than welcome tae deal with yer business as yae wish, I myself wuid suggest thae purchase of guards mae lady."
[14:32] Viola nods "thank you, I did need that clearing up, especially as I myself was dragged off to the cells by a constable for just that" she turns back to Lyon "Of course I didn't go so far as to fetch the local demons to attack"
[14:34] Rena blinked a bit, tilting her head lightly"well, if they arrested you for making a threat. I would file a complaint of unlawful arrest. "She'd state calmly, before giving her shoulders a half hearted shrug.
[14:34] Alina Drogomir looks down when the young lad who had been charged with delivering ran into the Inn and addressed her excitedly (NPC). She nodded to him as he explained his problem, He had been perused as a thief by the constable "Off course. Let me come and straighten this out fair you," she smiled smiling as she stepped back out into the street
[14:34] Lyon Sinclair nods his head. "I wer wounded in mae own attempt tae help when thae demons attacked yar place m'lady..an attempted tae put out thae flames if yae'll remember." he shakes his head. "I wuid really suggest yae hire some help thae kin defend thae place....and I agree with mae family on thae..if thae arrested yae wrongfully yae mae file a complaint."
[14:35] Rena gave her head a light nod"I would suggest going to the new constable boy, Mr Fable, he seems quite good at his job. Or miss Izala here. "SHe'd smile a bit, her eyes drifting to look at Padi.
[14:36] Viola nods "of course I remember your help sir and I thank you for it" me turns to the constable "I don't need to make a complaint it was a misunderstanding"
[14:37] Lyon Sinclair smiles at Viola. "Yer welcome Miss Viola, I always aim tae aid others." the tone smooth.
[14:38] Padishar Ishtari seems to be watching the fire, thinking and contemplating. Lots on the mind after all. He slowly rubs his hands together as he waits. He seems amused still, a small smile still plastered on his face. Should prove to be interesting overall, he muses. Very interesting.
[14:38] Viola nods at Lyon "i will bear that in mind sir"
[14:39] Lyon Sinclair "Yae mae wish tae ask thae same question of Mister Padishar, I'm sure his opinion might bae highly illuminating.."
[14:40] Padishar Ishtari glances back at Lyon a moment when his name's mentioned, "Shortly I'll answer whatever you wish. I suppose it's close enough you can begin on the foods..." he glances up to Fred who gives him a short nod, "Yeah, go ahead folks... enjoy the food. I am counting down the time in my head." he chuckles.
[14:41] Jasper M. Prescott smiles, pleasantly, and motions to Viola
[14:41] Jasper M. Prescott: "After you, miss Viola.."
[14:41] Rena stretches out a bit, oh she had a question alright, one that had been burning a hole in the back of her mind for some time. Her thumb idly polishing the laquored wood sheath, and tightening the belt loop.
[14:42] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart smiles, "Be sure to get a button!"
[14:43] Rena looked to lyon"Oi, yeah, why don't you have campaign buttons?
[14:43] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart she smiles mischievously at Lyon, "Mr Sinclair would you like to wear a button?"
[14:44] Lyon Sinclair chuckles slightly at the mention of buttons. He shakes his head. "Nae thank yae Lady Ophelia, I dinnae wish tae leave a pinhole in mae robes." he smiles at her. "Thae are quite expensive."
[14:45] Lyon Sinclair grins at Rena. "Why, I dinnae dae a button because I find it tae have little class...if one needs a button tae remember who thae wish tae vote fer then someone is nae doin thar work tae get elected."
[14:46] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart grins under the widow's veil, "I am sure it would thread onto your belt with no problem...." She frowns, "I spent hours making these buttons sir, I am neither lacking in class nor am I of feeble mind."
[14:47] Viola looks up at Jasper and shakes her head "I am not hungry at present Sir, but please don't let me stop you" she says as she slides her flask out of her sleeve and takes a mouthful of whiskey, she then offers the flask surrepticiouslt to Jasper when she thinks nobody is watching and raises any eyebrow at him
[14:47] Rena stretched out just a bit after a moment, before nodding her head"seems like a perfectly valid reason to me, I suppose. And I do believe he ment that twords padi, not the one who made them Miss Ophelia.
[14:47] Padishar Ishtari chuckles softly, turning to Lyon a moment, "Sir Lyon, you should not insult a Lady's hard work, and I do argue that your posters plastered on the front of the Hospital are in poor taste by themselves." he shakes his head in an 'I'm ashamed' manor and turns back to the fire.
[14:47] Jasper M. Prescott chuckles, nodding, then politely demurring to the offered flask
[14:48] Lyon Sinclair tilts his head. "I dinnae sae yae were classless lady, just thae yer work might have been used fer better things, instead of makin buttons." he grins and turns to Padishar. "Yae find resolve tae bae something tasteless lad? Now thae makes mae wonder wit yae are even doin running." he laughs softly.
[14:48] Jasper M. Prescott: "I've had my heart set on a piece of that cake...I don't think spirits would wash it down too, well, but thank you!"
[14:48] Sister Victoria VanTassel silently makes her way to the back corner of the room watching the other argue amongst themselves
[14:49] Viola nods and says quietly "it's not to wash down the cake its more to stomach the debate or question time we are having to endure"
[14:50] Padishar Ishtari shakes his head still, "Your posters on the front of the hospital, reminds me much of a desperate act of a defense lawyer chasing the stretcher." he grins lightly, knowing Lyon would know what he meant. He doesnt look back though.
[14:51] Jasper M. Prescott laughs, then smiles at Viola, whispering, "In that case, I may take you up on it after a bit!" He then excuses himself and casually approaches the cake counter, perusing
[14:51] Lyon Sinclair laughs softly. "Nae lad, but one must put their beliefs out thar tae bae heard..I'm nae a man that tolerates thae might bae able tae, could maybe..or might...If I can dae something then I do it. Nae sit around all dae and think about how tae worm thae best deal out fer someone else." he grins.
[14:52] Rena gave a brief pause"I would like to mention, there is an unconcious man, or was, in the hospital who was covered in padi's campaign buttons. Take from that knowdlege what you will.
[14:52] Viola nods and takes another mouthful of whiskey before slipping the flask out of sight up her sleeve
[14:52] Lyon Sinclair taps his lips. "Tell mae Padishar, is et true thae yae tried tae buy one of thae constable's votes? Twas wit thae man told mae..he seemed most hacked off about et."
[14:52] Jasper M. Prescott turns and glances at each of the ladies, in turn..."Cake or pie, anyone?"
[14:53] Rena gave brief pause, turning to look at jasper"Do they have coconut on either? if so, some of each.
[14:53] Jasper M. Prescott turns back to the counter and looks over the treats, closely.
[14:54] Izala Beltza turns to look as Lyon when she hears that there was a constable whose vote was for sale. " What is this about buying constable vote...
[14:54] Padishar Ishtari blinks a bit, then looks up a moment, laughing suddenly, "Oh Vic..." he snickers, turning around to Lyon, "I think the question and answer part can start now, it's close enough..." he looks to Lyon and shakes his head flatly, "No, sir. Mr. Fable believes I was trying to buy his vote because I mentioned increasing the Constable's payroll so they could hire on more men and women, and so they could possibly gain a pay raise. He took it poorly."
[14:54] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart frowns at the man, "Mr. Sinclair, I see one candidate takign the time to set up a question and answer session and invite people, then I see another candidate doing no such thing but coming to the first candidate's event to harrass and insult him. Have you nothing better to do? Have you no way to glean your own votes? Are you not a man of action but an opportunist sir?"
[14:54] Jasper M. Prescott: "I'm afraid I don't see any coconut...strawberry, apple, chocolate, or chocolate and cream"
[14:55] Rena crossed her arms"You know, startin this Q'n'A early. I always hear people yammerin on about how they're gonna help the Constabilary, and the Hospital. And thats all good and all, but what about us in the Service industry? Why should we vote for any of you when we're promised nothing? Or do you consider those who make your clothes, and homes worthless. "She'd state, looking twords Padi as she said it. "Apple then.
[14:56] Jasper M. Prescott nods, then swiftly slices and plates a piece of apple pie, followed by a piece of chocolate cake
[14:56] Viola nods in agreement with the winged womans statement and takes a seat as she waits for the answers
[14:56] Lyon Sinclair nods his head sadly. "M'lady, I'm afraid yer under thae wrong impression thae this is a private te-te, Mae Fiance Patch tried tae set up a date and time with him..but hae refused and insulted her..sae if thae Mountain will not come tae Muhammad, then Muhammad will come tae thae Mountain." he smirks faintly. "Since hae dinnae wish tae set up a time before thae preliminaries with mae, then this will dae."
[14:57] Jasper M. Prescott reaches for pair of forks, then lifts them, together with each of the two plates, and extends the plate with apple pie and a fork to the Professora
[14:57] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart nods, "So you will use another man's work to further your own cause?"
[14:57] Rena takes the plate and fork with a brief nod of her head, a smile on her face."Thank you Mr Jasper. "She'd state calmly, before looking to Padi again.
[14:57] Lyon Sinclair blinks. "Mae cause? It is not mae cause I fight for mae lady..but it is thae cause of thae people. All thae people..I will do whatever I must tae further thae cause.."
[14:58] Padishar Ishtari looks over Lyon a bit, "Sir, I think other people may have questions, so perhaps you can be polite for their sakes. Mayhaps they have questions that can put me on the spot so... eloquently as you have." he smiles, looking about. "So... Since we're starting, who's first for questions?"
[14:58] Kaece: /e2 me smiles and bows his head slightly, then retreats with the plate of chocolate cake to the area near the candidates
[14:59] Sister Victoria VanTassel looks to Padi "I believe Rena spoke of what you plan to do for the less fortunate, not just the constables and hospital staff"
[14:59] Viola waves to Jasower hoping to catch his eye and pats the bench next to her offering him a seat
[14:59] Viola Bluebird: *jasper
[14:59] Rena rose an eyebrow as she looked to padi, her eye twitched as the question seemed to float breezily over his head."As I asked "before" Hand. Why should any of us in the service industry vote for you? I've been hearing all these promises to those in the constibilary, and the hospital. And getting them all nicely funded is nice and all, but what about us who build your homes, or cook your food, make your clothes. What are we given? Nothing? What is the common man and womans worth.
[14:59] Lyon Sinclair chuckles at that. "Indeed, I am sure old friend thae yae will nae bae insulted bae my presence.." he smirks faintly at Padishar. He winks a bit.
[15:00] Jasper M. Prescott slices off a corner of the chocolate cake with his fork, then samples it, glances to his right and catching Viola's gesture, then heading that way
[15:01] Padishar Ishtari nods lightly, "Sorry, Rena, I was distracted... The idea of my campaign revolves around the public services, like the hospital, the arts, the constables... So the less fortunate will find some easier time being taken care of. As far as business owners, I have been working closely with some of the local business owners, such as Madam Vedis Seid and I have spoken briefly with Mr. Zebbediah about his shipping industry." he nods.
[15:01] Viola smiles and leans over to Jasper as he sits down whispering "And so it begins"
[15:01] Jasper M. Prescott places his can beside him, then settles back into the seat and awaits the beginning of the session, content with the snack and nodding at Viola's comment
[15:02] Rena crossed her arms a bit, looking over to Viola for a moment"So I've heard, yet I, who run the onlyforge in town have not seen hide nor hair of you. And talking to them does not answer my question. "She'd state, setting her plate on the counter and crossing her arms.
[15:03] Rena gave a brief pause"And since I don't see the point in having this one sided, as another candidate is here as well, he may as well feel free to give his answer to my question.
[15:03] Viola nods in agreement with Rena again and addresses "I have to agree sir...you have not spoken to me either"
[15:03] Jasper M. Prescott resists the urge to wave his fork in concurrence
[15:04] Padishar Ishtari doesnt respond to Lyon's stepping over by him, he was fairly offended, crashing a party was just plain rude. "I have not, I admit, spoken to every business owner in the city yet, no. But Iwould say easily that you have my support. We do need more small business in the city, tailors and cobblers are in short demand, it's a blessing that you've opened a proper blacksmith... Mr. Gristle in the square may be gruff, but he's informed me he's lacking much for proper meat stores. So I'll be looking for help with Zebbediah on that when I can find him again."
[15:04] Izala Beltza looks at those with his campaign buttons." Perhaps he has only spoke to those that obviously support him
[15:05] Padishar Ishtari nods at Viola, "That's part of why I hold this forum... To meet with folks I have not yet. I apologize, there is only so much time in a day."
[15:05] Viola nods to the constable "that may well be the case, but surely that would give him more reason to speak with people that do not support him yet"
[15:05] Rena gave a brief pause, and looked back to Izala"Let us not throw slander into this. "She'd give her head a brief nod, before looking back to Padi."Again, you keep saying that you've spoken to some, but once again you've circled around my question. What are you going to do for us? "She'd ask"Since me and Viola are both of the service industry, I'd say what would be done for "us" would be the priority.
[15:05] Izala Beltza: "I think that is why he is here now"
[15:06] Peri pats the neck of her well tethered horse before moving into the tea room. Casts a glance around to those gathered, a fine turn out it would appear.
[15:06] Rena looked around the room"Forgive me if anyone else is in the service industry, as I know very few in here.
[15:06] Izala Beltza: "I do not throw slander... I made an observation... and I have clarified that he is here now to speak to us that do not know him"
[15:06] Padishar Ishtari smiles, "I wont know what I have to do, Rena, until I know what you require. Hence why I'm asking people to voice their questions. So Rena, what is it that your business requires? I can tell you what I can offer."
[15:07] Jasper M. Prescott delicately cuts off another corner of the cake and mouths it, savoring the flavor as he listens
[15:07] Sister Victoria VanTassel shakes her head "The services I provide are free of charge" she chuckled looking to Rena
[15:07] Rena smiled a bit."Well then, to start with. My forge is lacking, my supplies are veyr cut and dry, and dwindling every day. A lack of access of raw materials is rather...daunting to a blacksmith, or leatherworker. The lack of animals also makes my leatherworking business quite troublesome, unless I were to start working by making items out of zombie flesh.
[15:09] Lyon Sinclair smiles at Rena. "I can easily answer thae Lady Rena.." he smiles softly. "Mae Campaign is tae assist all thae shopkeepers, nae matter if thae support mae or not. I dinnae pick and choose which are thae most important tae mae..It's mae intention tae help thae shopkeepers bae helpin them form a network of goods so thae mae assist each other..fer instance, yer shop offers find leathers, tae that end, I wuid suggest tae Lady Viola thae shae might get fine coverings fer the chairs of thae Ten Bells, as well as if shae decides tae hire guards, thae they might find better weapons and armor at your business. Commerce, nae matter how big or small will help thae city..it is in mae hope thae I kin help thae business's form a trader's guild tae assist each other and tae promote more business's, also tae encourage thae shipping traders tae join in thae guild sae thae the merchants have an acceptable set of guids."
[15:09] Padishar Ishtari nods at Rena once, "This is why I plan to work with Zebbediah's shipping company, and possibly other shipping companies as I can speak with them. To try and make sure the city has an adequete income of various raw materiels. Unfortunately we lack farmland to really breed and slaughter animals for leatherworking. And we lack mines to work with metals."
[15:09] Peri takes up a freshing glass of lemonade to get her hands busy. Subtly she takes in the quality of the garments of the men vying to be the next mayor.
[15:10] Rena eyes would drift for a brief moment to lyon as he answered, a brief pull at her lips formed a slight smile, before it fell away, looking back to Padishar."Lady Viola, is there anything you woul like to add to the question?
[15:11] Jasper M. Prescott pares off another piece of the plated cake onto his fork, then partakes of it, continuing to listen quietly
[15:11] Izala Beltza: "You might consider Torn Oak.. speak with Lady Wyld." -
[15:12] Viola shakes her head at Rena "no thank you, you covered all aspects of my concerns with your own"
[15:12] Padishar Ishtari nods at Izala, "I have not met Lady Wyld yet, I'm afraid. I would like to make her aquaintence. Torn Oak has quite a few natural resources, but then again. Trying to -mine- them, might be out of the question."
[15:13] Sister Victoria VanTassel nods having the same idea about miss Wyld but kept her thoughts to herself for now looking back and forth between the two
[15:13] Padishar Ishtari smiles at Zeb as he walks in, "Hence why strong import support is required.."
[15:13] Izala Beltza: "I was thinking more along the line of husbandry.. raising sheep"
[15:13] Rena nods her head in responce to Viola."Well then, another question. I am also a teacher, as some here are well aware of. Schools lack funding and proper supplies, what will be done with those? Academics are important for a strong future after all.
[15:13] Zebbediah Jameson finds the tea room and leand against the pillar listening, he nods to Padishar.
[15:14] Viola leans towards Jasper again and whispers "may i ask what your business is sir?"
[15:14] Lyon Sinclair "A trader's guild thae included thae shipping merchants wuid allow for better communication between thae two, it wuild allow thae merchants equal access to the traders, and the traders more business..better commerce all thae way around." he smiles faintly.
[15:14] Glass of Lemonade whispers: Mmm...refreshing!
[15:14] Emmily perched outside the Tea House, merley eavesdropping on the murmering of voices inside. Crowds weren't her thing, but they often bred the occasional bit of useful information.
[15:15] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart listens carefully to what is not said as well as what is said.
[15:15] Viola raises an eyebrow and nods in agreement with Lyon's statement
[15:15] Padishar Ishtari nods at Izala again, "That's a fair point, miss." he looks up to Rena and tilts his head, "The schools have not come to me with any serious questions yet. But education is a part of the public services. I plan to be helping them by hearing their individual questions. More writing tools or more paper, that is all understandable. Training for teachers will require coordination."
[15:16] Jasper M. Prescott turns to Viola and smiles..."Certainly. I am a physician, by profession. A gambler, by desire, and a consummate sample of desserts, by all means!
[15:16] Kaece *sampler
[15:16] Padishar Ishtari chuckles softly at Jasper's comment. Looking about a moment, "Further questions are welcome."
[15:17] Viola laughs and whisper back "what an interesting combination sir...you sound like a very interesting person to know"
[15:17] Jasper M. Prescott Why, thank you! And if you cook or deal a mean game of cards, I think you even more!
[15:17] Sister Victoria VanTassel raises her hand "And sir my question is how do you plan on gathering these funds to add all these services and improvments to the city?"
[15:17] Lyon Sinclair "I have spoken tae thae head of thae local magic school, and indeed, thae are not funded by thae city at all, thae are funded out of Kensington University, I find it a massive shame thae these schools are nae bein encouraged bae the city itself, it wuid bae one of the first things that I wuid dae in office, wuid bae to shift funding tae pay for better materials, for training for thae teachers, and for better classrooms. As of naew wae dinnae even have a trader school, a place fer people tae learn things such as seamstressin, and many of thae finer arts."
[15:18] Rena put her fingertips together, her eyes drifting to lyon now waiting on his answer. "Ah yes, Taxes and Funding what of that? OR is this money simply falling from the Mayors ass?
[15:19] Zebbediah Jameson nods, "I too am curious where this money will come from? Tarrifs? Taxes?
[15:19] Lyon Sinclair motions for Padishar to answer first, as usual, a small grin on his lips.
[15:19] Jasper M. Prescott whispers to Viola..."now this will start to get good..." then chuckles
[15:20] Viola nods to Jasper and slips the flask out of her sleeve again, taking a sip she offers it to him again and adds "Indeed"
[15:20] Padishar Ishtari smiles at Victoria, then to Rena at her uncivil statement, "My understanding is that there already is a tax system in place. Weather or not people are -paying- their taxes is another story. However, I plan to create a budget plan once I find all of the needs among the businesses in the city." he glances about, "My business mind is fairly sound, though... I do not believe -raising- taxes will be on the menu, however some cutbacks on my part and on the part of staff for the mayoral office will be made, to accomodate. I do not need money personally to assist this city."
[15:21] Lyon Sinclair chucles. "Mae plan is a bit more ...simple..tell mae Lady Viola, dae yae charge tax on yer drinks at thae Ten Bells?" his voice soft.
[15:21] Jasper M. Prescott smiles politely, but demurs from he flask once more as he forks another piece of cake and blissfully raises it to his mouth
[15:21] Emmily found no interest in the short bit of the conversation she'd stopped by to hear. And instead flew off to ...sate her restlessness.
[15:22] Sister Victoria VanTassel shurgs softly "If people are not paying their taxes that sounds like a ready made solution in itself to hire tax collectors for the city"
[15:22] Viola looks up at Lyon "Not as such I merely charge a little extra to make my profit"
[15:23] Viola takes another sip of the whiskey closes the flask and hides it in her sleeve again
[15:23] Padishar Ishtari nods a bit at Victoria, "I dont have the tax records to assess that yet, so I wont know unless I'm elected."
[15:25] Lyon Sinclair nods his head. "Thae truth of thae matter is thae no taxes are levied at this point at all..I wuid purpose exactly as thae lady Sister Victoria said, hire tax collectors for thae city..and levy a very small tax to all. Nae just the rich or thae poor. One coin per purchase, nae matter how big or small..I have asked thae business people of thae city, an there is nae tax papers, nae taxes tae speak of..how then are wae payin our hospitals, our constables, our street sweepers and thae chimney folk, and when it comes right down tae it folks, wae aren't. Thae pay thae any civic service offers is a mere pitance. Nae even hardly worth thae effort."
[15:26] Jasper M. Prescott ponders for a moment, his expression pensive as he chews
[15:26] Lyon Sinclair "As well as putting out coin donation boxes fer thae wealthy thae wish tae support our city an help us." the last said with a smile.
[15:26] Rena tilts her head a bit"ANd this is why I am quite glad I work as a private service, and not city run for the moment.
[15:27] Jasper M. Prescott raises his hand
[15:27] Viola nods at Lyon "That does seem like a fair proposal sir...Mr Ishtari, what would your solution be?"
[15:28] Peri fakes a sip of the lemonade she holds then uses the tips of her fingers to click on the glass while listening
[15:28] Padishar Ishtari raises an eyebrow at Lyon's statement. Smiling to Viola, "My solution would be fairly similar, unfortunately I have no strong arguement against that one. As I said, collecting the taxes may require a bit of work, but the problem with tax collectors is that they end up getting a big head if they arent managed properly... Turning the city into a police state isnt a good idea for anyone." he glances to Jasper, "And you, sir, your question?"
[15:28] Sister Victoria VanTassel looks cuiously to Lyon unsure of why he was answering at padishar's forum "Though if there is a coin box for donations what guarantee can you provide that any of this will be done? and it not just empty words"
[15:29] Rena paused"I would imagine the results of the citys improvent after election would speak for themselves.
[15:29] Jasper M. Prescott stands and addresses the candidate who invited him
[15:30] Sister Victoria VanTassel looks to Rena "And if there are not seen improvements would all who donated coin for that cause get a refund?"
[15:31] Rena clicked her jaw"I'd imagine you could take it out of the mayors bank at that point, or impeach them.
[15:32] Sister Victoria VanTassel chuckles "Ah that would be quite an idea in that case" she rubbed her hand along Botis's chin as he hissed happily
[15:32] Izala Beltza shakes her head " Once the money is given it would be impossible to get it back..
[15:32] Zebbediah Jameson nods, corruption is always an issue that is why there are watch commitees, at least in America."
[15:32] Jasper M. Prescott: "Mr. Ishtari...you've chosen to indulge the participation of your opponent here at this forum...whether that reflects your political prowess or folly will be for each attendee to decide. In any event, on the subject of revenue to pay for services, your opponent stated that he would "shift" funds to schools. My question is, shift from where? And what are each of your respective fiscal priorities? What will you each *emphasize* in your administrations and at what will be sacraficed to make it possible?"
[15:32] Sister Victoria VanTassel looks to Izala "Nothing is impossible miss, if you put your mind to it"
[15:33] Izala Beltza: "If the money is spent.. how can they return it .. it could be spent and the work not done to your satisfaction. Those that give to the city should do so in good faith. Not expect to get a refund."
[15:34] Sister Victoria VanTassel shakes her head "I do not expect a refund at first, I merely expect changes to be seen and made"
[15:34] Jasper M. Prescott casually awaits answers from the candidates, eyeing his plate and wondering if it would be appropriate to sneak in another bite of cake in the meantime
[15:36] Padishar Ishtari smiles at Jasper, "Sir you are kind to point out my opponent's arrival here and give me some amusement for that. I believe in the case of the financial budget, it comes down to what we have in the treasury, which I imagine is not much... and what we have to collect on still. If there is indeed no tax records whatsoever, that needs to be handled. We must have adequete understanding of our ability to fund the city. If there needs to be funding gathered, then there simply will be... Donations are not acceptable for this proud city though, we work for our money here. And a tax on sales, perhaps a reasonable, to be determined, tax on imports and exports, will all be determined once there's enough information collected. I am sure, Sir Lyon will agree that it's not good to jump on the wagon before you know where it's going." he smiles.
[15:37] Jasper M. Prescott decides against taking another bite at this time, subtlely wrinkling his nose at his lack of foresight to take another bite before standing
[15:37] Coventina Annesley crept through the door with quiet, doe-eyed stares. Tiny damp footprints followed her close as kin and tiny sprinkles of water shook free from her nigh-transparent silk draping when she moved. She was careful of the sheaf of flowers in her hands, but still reache with the left occasionally to scatter a few wilting petals where she felt they would look most pleasing. Crossing to the tables she stepped gracefully up onto one of the chairs and then dropped her bottom onto the tabletop to watch the candidate speak.
[15:38] Peri "sirs"addressing them both in a languid voice"Will you make it easier to obtain hair from the inmates of Bedlam? As it is now only a few barbers are allowed in and I need a new braid" Pouts in annoancy at the small inconvenience then pats a rose on her hat, totally obvious to how her question might sound
[15:39] Padishar Ishtari smiles at Peri, "Barbers are entirely welcome into the city, madam. Perhaps you know one to be recommended?"
[15:40] Peri Yes it is all about her, looks to them expectantly. Then blinks in shock"I would say not sir"
[15:40] Coventina Annesley carefully placed the flowers down onto the table beside her, petting them gently as they left her hands. One pale, no...not even pale...opalescently translucent, china-fair arm lifted high above her head to gesture that she would rather like his attentions and remained there.
[15:40] Jasper M. Prescott thinks for a moment, nodding, but remains standing
[15:41] Lyon Sinclair "Thae wuid bae why it wuid bae called a donation Izala, and I bae greatful thae Mister Padishar is indulging mae after sae rudley sending mae Secretary away from making this an apointment.." he winks faintly. "One wuid think he dinnae wish tae have it out with mae, non?" he grins a little. "It is mae hope thae with thae increase of taxes thae I spoke of, a mere pitance of one coin per purchase, thae wae cuid afford tae offer assistance tae both thae University and thae Arcanium, as well as promote other schools, such as a Trade School sae thae others mae learn thae crafts." he smiles a little. "I bae upfront about mae goals, I'm nae going tae sae I might tax yae and nae tell yae how much...I think thae one coin per purchase wuid gae very far towards furtherin thae goals of thae city..more commerce and trade also means better pae for the constables, better pay for the hospitals..mae fiscal priority would bae tae help thae city arrive at a fair and just tax that all can afford, thae city shuid bae proud th
[15:41] Lyon Sinclair: "ae it can strive tae dae donations, not demands of taxes, we dae work for our money..but I'm nae one for stupid pride..I"m nae idiot, if wae want tae suceed then wae must work together.""
[15:41] Viola shivers at the mention of Bedlam and slips the flask out of her sleeve again to take a large mouthful of whiskey
[15:41] Lyon Sinclair shuid bae proud thae it can strive tae dae donations, not demands of taxes, we dae work for our money..but I'm nae one for stupid pride..I"m nae idiot, if wae want tae suceed then wae must work together."" (repost cutoff)
[15:41] Zebbediah Jameson Raises a brow in disbelief at the woman, he smiles shaking his head then retreats into a deep frown at mention of tarrifs. Pulling out his pipe he lights it sucking on the stem.
[15:42] Kaece: Mr. Ishtari, forgive me for pressing, sir, but a follow-up...
[15:42] Padishar Ishtari hums, "Well then when I find one, I will promote their business. Of course." he smiles happily, "That was by far the easiest question tonight, m'lady." he nods to Jasper once.
[15:43] Peri "yes yes"fluttering a hand dismissively to what Lyon says about education or some such nonsense for the poor...all they really want is food not books then beams at Padishar he does understand
[15:43] Malra Laloosh enterd the building looking around as she meekly made her way to the side to see what was going on
[15:43] Jasper M. Prescott: "you said earlier that you did not believe -raising- taxes would be on the menu. And yet, you speak now of imposing a sales tax and import/export taxes. Your opponent clearly seems to be in favor of raising taxes. Can you clarify your position, so that we may determine if this is a point of distinction between you two, or not?"
[15:43] Jasper M. Prescott bows deferentially, then reseats himself and reaches for his plate, a little eagerly
[15:44] Viola smiles at Jasper as he takes his plate and says quietly "excellent question sir"
[15:44] Padishar Ishtari nods lightly at Jasper, "I said simply that I do not believe it will be necessary, but if it becomes a requirement, I will see that it is done correctly. With records, and understanding of the business owners." he looks to Zeb a moment nodding, "I know this is a strong topic for you, sir. What would you argue we did for raising money... short of a donation... box..." he smiles.
[15:45] Izala Beltza sees Marla enter." hello Marla... are you still a canidate? There seems to be an impromtu question and answer. Perhaps you will join?
[15:45] Sister Victoria VanTassel nods as she stood quietly in the back of the room listening to the men
[15:45] Jasper M. Prescott smiles at Viola, then whispers, "I should have finished my cake first...never good to be thrown out with uneaten cake left on my plate! then winks
[15:45] Malra Laloosh looking up and sucked in hr lips " ah...y...yes i sapose i could awnser a few questions...for what it will do
[15:46] Viola smiles "indeed"
[15:46] Lyon Sinclair "Yes sir, yae speak of improvin thae pae to our constables, dae yae not? How sae dae intend tae do so without raising taxes? Or is it just thae yae intend tae raise them, but not admit how much your going to raise them?"
[15:46] Jasper M. Prescott nods to Mr. Ishtari in acknowledgement that his answer was heard
[15:47] Malra Laloosh sheepishly made her way to the other canidaits and turend to the gathering waiting for what questions may come her way
[15:47] Coventina Annesley leaned her head back, humming an airy little tune to herself. The lass began to weave her fingers in delicate circles in the air as she waited with what seemed all the patience of a butterfly to be noticed. She studied the way the droplets of water crawled themselves like little goblins down her palms and along her wrists. She looked a bit too...frivolous to have any sort of serious question besides.
[15:47] Lyon Sinclair smiles at Malra, and bows formally. "Welcome Malra." a small smile on his face.
[15:47] Padishar Ishtari blinks a bit, looking to Malra as she too decides to crash his party, his head turns to Lyon. "As I said. A couple times now. None of the city financial records are at either of our disposal. So until that happens, I simply will not know right away."
[15:48] Zebbediah Jameson pulls upon his pipe thoughtfully, "I do not pretend to know London politics sir but I do understand economics, If I pay tarriff in the Bahamas to the Queen then bring my imports here to get hit with another tariff I am paying twice. I shall have to pass that on to my buyers, who then sell it in London where you propose to tax them again, Care must be taken not to load so many taxes and fees on that the common person can no longer afford purchases. -
[15:49] Lyon Sinclair nods his head to Zebbediah. "That's why I only suggest one coin per purchase sir, none on importing things tae this fair city..we need all thae guids and services wae kin get."
[15:50] Sister Victoria VanTassel looks to Padishar curiously as he keeps speaking of recored "Sir have you spoken with Magistrate Leigh on this matter? or any others from the city government, at all times they seemed more than happy to help our citizens in need of it, It would stirck me as odd in this late hour of the campaign that that would withhold such documents from you, did you ask for all documents or just the numerics?"
[15:50] Padishar Ishtari nods at Zebbediah, "Exactly. I need to work with the economic masters within the city... I cant possibly claim to be so in depth with understanding our business needs without owning a business. And I do not." he considers, "I would also argue that one coin, per purchase, will not cover the thousands it will take to handle every public office. Something more must be done, or things need to be reorganized."
[15:51] Jasper M. Prescott blinks at the apparent suggestion of even higher taxes than the Scotsman was proposing
[15:51] Padishar Ishtari glances to Victoria, "I admit I have not seen any of the Magistrates yet... Though not for lack of trying. Unless my dear rivals here have gained that access, I am assuming we do not have access to important government information."
[15:52] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart rises, "This is ridiculous, I have never seen such rude behavior from candidates in my life. What kind of lazy political trash is this?! I will save my questions for the debate not this travesty of bad manners." She moves to the door, stopping to take her cake from the table, "And you interlopers can get your own damned refreshments!" Taking her cake she exits the room in a huff
[15:52] Malra Laloosh was looking away playing with her hands not wanting to intrude on anothers question
[15:52] Sister Victoria VanTassel shurgs having had meeting with the constables gathering recent arrest records and crime statistics was seemingly easy for her after speaking with the right people but se kept that to herself for she was no longer in the running
[15:52] Jasper M. Prescott blinks again, even more noticeably, at the departure of...the cakes
[15:53] Lyon Sinclair chuckles. "Thousands gae through this city every dae in purchases lad. One coin will dae...thae more commerce wae build thae more thae the city will prosper until thae tax cuid bae cut off..thae donation boxes thae yae scowl so heavily and make fun of wuid bae a wae tae assist when thae came up short." he chuckles. "I dinnae go tae thae magistrates, I have spoken tae thae shopkeepers and business folk sir..if thae are not levied at tax then it is easy tae see thae none exists. Thae money I wuid guess, at thae current time, comes from thae punishments levied upon thae criminals of thae city thae are jailed."
[15:54] Peri has never paid a shilling in taxes so gets distrated by the discussion and studies the naiad sitting on a table
[15:55] Coventina Annesley still appeared the ever-patient, ever wilting flower. Whilst never lowing her arm she spun atop the table and laid backward across its surface so that her hair hungand sprinkled the floorboards beneath. It almost looked like she was falling...ever falling never landing. One arm outstretched as if toward a love for a last gentle word. Eyes the same peculiar blue as cornflowers watched both men and the lass that now joined as they talked of things that had as much bearing to her, as the price of tea to a ladyfly.
[15:57] Jasper M. Prescott turns to Viola again, whispering, "This has taken a decided turn for the worse. We now must partake of political theater...without the benefit of seconds on the cake? Lured us right in, then snapped the trap shut...political chicanery, I say!"
[15:57] Padishar Ishtari hrms softly at Ophelia's exit, looking to Zebbediah, "We will need, no matter who is elected, some sort of guiding advisor for economics. I do not believe anyone here running, has the boast that they know for sure what best to do with the economic situation. A mayor is not a one man army... no matter how much they would like to think so sometimes." he glances to Malra, "Or woman. My apologies."
[15:58] Viola shuffles a little closer to Jasper and whispers "Perhaps you would like to visit the Ten Bells sir?"
[15:58] Peri pipes up out of the blue"Need more public hangings...clear out the slums. And I am sure the students could use the cadavers for their medical studies...instead of relying on grave robber.WHICH by the way are a menace, they dug up the remains of poor Jeeves"Sniffles slightly and funbles for a kerchief
[15:59] Sister Victoria VanTassel looked over seeing Coventina sprawling out on the table smiling at her childish antics as she stood leaning against the nearest chair looking down to Botis. SHe could tell he was almost board to tears listening to all this talk of taxes and what not as she wrapped him around her shoulders keeping him closer to her as she felt the scales sliding across her bare skin over her collar softly chuckling as she was ticklish
[15:59] Rena shakes her head a bit as she sits up, having snapped out of her stupor. Looking around for a brief moment and rubbing the back of her head.
[15:59] Lyon Sinclair turns to Malra. "Perhaps yae wish tae sae yer peice on how tae deal with the idea of taxes and helping thae city economically Lady Malra?" his tone smooth.
[15:59] Jasper M. Prescott wolfs down the remaining piece of his slice of cake, then adjusts his collar, a look of annoyance on his face. He turns to Viola, "Hmm? Oh! I would be honored to do so, though I feel compelled to hear my host out, having parteken of his invitation...and cake"
[16:00] Padishar Ishtari smiles lightly to Jasper, "There is more food there. You are welcome..." he motions to the back table.
[16:00] Rena stretched out lightly, a deep rumbling yawn rising from her lips, as she looked twords Padi...Lyon...and now marla. A slow blink given"...when'd she get here? "She'd mumble, blinking to clear her vision
[16:01] Viola nods and shrugs "very well sir,,,Mr Ishari is your host?"
[16:01] Jasper M. Prescott looks up at Mr. Ishtari, politely..."Oh, I couldn't, dear Sir...but thank you."
[16:02] Lyon Sinclair chuckles softly at Rena. "Bore you to sleep dear friend?" he grins at her. "Dae yae have any other questions Rena?"
[16:02] Jasper M. Prescott smiles again, slightly embarrassed, then turns to Viola once more
[16:02] Jasper M. Prescott: "Yes, this is his forum, and he extended an invitation to me on the street earlier today"
[16:03] Malra Laloosh still stude there quiet and withdrawn befor blinking " eh...taxes ..yes the econamy well i put some thought in to how it should be done with luxury taxes and perhaps small percentals off lodes from cargo ships with a wight over a serten degree taxing bussneses small amounts for bulk charges in larg inventory gains ..." she scratched her head looking away " keeping a balenc but leting welth trical down by taxing thoughs with more to alow thoughs with less to have a small amount of le way will hopefully yealed stabuility but this is all...vary rughe works
[16:03] Viola nods "I see"
[16:04] Rena rubs at her eyes a bit, looking up at Lyon. After a moment she'd shrug"Like I said, politics, not my thing. Bore me to tears.
[16:04] Padishar Ishtari inhales a little, he was anything but impatient. "I will hear any other questions... we have quite a bit of time remaining." he glances to Coventina, "What about you, dear miss. I hope you're feeling better. What kinds of questions do you have for me, Coventina?"
[16:04] Peri Sets aside her untouched lemonade, gives a small tug to one glove before advancing on the two candidates.. standing between the pair facing the fireplace she whispers"The first one of you that gets me a red braid gets my vote"Lifts a slim hand to stop their words of thanks>"No need sirs"
[16:05] Sister Victoria VanTassel looks curiously to Malra "And how extensive would this tax be? what percent would you charge on luxury items? if though hard enough most items are luxury provided by our working class"
[16:05] Lyon Sinclair chuckles slightly at Rena, he smirks faintly..
[16:05] Jasper M. Prescott raises an eyebrow as he recognizes Ms. Caproni from earlier and watches her approach the candidates
[16:05] Rena squinted her eyes just a bit, rising an eyebrow"The heck, red braid? "She'd wipe a bit of drool from her lips and shake her head."Whats that got to do with anything..
[16:06] Lyon Sinclair holds up a finger to Peri, he smirks the entire way over to Rena, before leaning down to whisper to her.
[16:06] Malra Laloosh blinks " braid...i have an oreng one...
[16:06] Peri "it wll be our little secret"smiles prettily after trying to wrangle a price for her vote out of them then turns and saunters off
[16:06] Coventina Annesley chose finally to speak without being offered turn. The lass rolled over onto her stomach, which twisted the tissue-flower-thin fabric around her legs and self as she brought up two petite hands and lowerd her chin into them. Her voice was soft and full of squeak, like a little mouse, but it was lifted as an actress practiced to be heard despite its gentility. Typically breezy eyes were suddenly piercing, soul-searching as they moved from one candidate to the next. "I wish to know, if you would indulge...Monsieurs and Madame...what you plan to do for those who cannot help themselves? Surely it has not bypassed your personages the awful state of care for those deemed mentally unfit and unwell and unsuitable. And...though I'm sure on emight accuse myself of base sexual preference I cannot help but make note that those who suffer yet find either no care at all or entirely the wrong sort of care are so often women. They are imprisoned, spirited away with no trial to prove their mental guilt... >cont>
[16:06] Jasper M. Prescott watches Ms. Caproni retreat from the candidates, wondering what deal she likely was undertaking to cut
[16:07] Jasper M. Prescott: "Ah, Ms. Caproni! So nice to see you again"
[16:07] Peri "why hello again Mister Prescott...this was a most tedious affair...not a single punch was thrown"
[16:08] Jasper M. Prescott chuckles nodding, then whispers..."they came close earlier, believe me!"
[16:08] Jasper M. Prescott eyes Ms. Caproni, curiously
[16:08] Rena looked to lyon as he whispered to her. After a moment she'd draw the dagger from her belt, and hook it up just under the end of her braided hair. Cutting off a good inches worth, and handing the hefty amount to him"Since you asked nicely, sure. But I don't see what the heck you'd need it for.
[16:08] Jasper M. Prescott: "Forgive me, but I'm curious about what comments you may have shared with the candidates when you approched them?"
[16:09] Peri "Pity they backed down, at least we could have bet on the winner"
[16:09] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart: ((Sister Victoria VanTassel is given 500 experience points.))
[16:09] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart: ((Coventina Annesley is given 500 experience points.))
[16:09] Jasper M. Prescott perks up at the mention of a wager, nodding in agreement
[16:09] Lyon Sinclair chuckles faintly, he pulls one his hair ties out of his pocket, and neatly ties off the few inches of braid, and walks over to Miss Peri and offers it to her. The bright red braid in his hand. "I will dae whatever I must tae see this city get what it needs, even if it means getting a red braid."
[16:09] Jaded blade: "having not seen people in the place before she looks around rather startled .. but smiles hoping she wont offend any one with her presents"
[16:10] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart: ((Padishar Ishtari is given 1000 experience points.))
[16:10] Coventina Annesley <cont< all required seemingly the tiniest acknowledgement from a man that thinks her too high of spirits...too low of spirits...two promiscuous...not promiscuous enough...manic if she's content...depressed if she's had a poor time of it...opposing an arranged marriage...showing neutrality towards motherhood...and...I reiterate, with not even a trial to determine her guilt of such cardinal sins before wrenching her life from her." The lass had finished that last bit without a breath between, though her face remained prettily passive. It was shocking lucidity from the lass, but...in true form to self, once finished she added in a softer tone, "Also I wish to know your individual stances on the proper distribution and taxing of candies."
[16:10] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart: ((Zebbediah Jameson is given 500 experience points.))
[16:10] Jasper M. Prescott glances at the candidate, quizically, as he extends the braid to Ms. Caproni
[16:10] Rena glared at the back of lyons head, rising an eyebrow as she leaned there. Grumbling a bit as she fixed the end of the now severed braid to even it out, and tie it straight once more.
[16:11] Peri eyes round in delight, she nearly dances from one foot to the other and coos in sheer pleasure"Oh...lovely...you have my vote sir.a man that gets the job accoplished"
[16:11] Padishar Ishtari pauses and looks to Peri, "That is quite the strange request." he smiles, watching Lyon walk off. He turns to Coventina a moment, "You believe that the mentally ill are being mistreated? I imagine they are, some of the education regarding the mentally challenged is woefully outdated. However, I do know of a couple quite skilled psychologists in the city who would likely do very well in assisting them. I work at the hospital, and one thing I would like to see is more care for the mind... as it is, our focus relies heavily on the body. That is not all a hospital is for."
[16:11] Izala Beltza eyes follow Lyon ans he takes his prize the braid
[16:11] LaRPS Meter v0.25: ((Vokksu Emmons's meter has been detached.))
[16:11] Lyon Sinclair chuckles faintly. "I will dae whatever I must tae achieve thae results needed milady.." he offers the braid to her, and bows formally.
[16:11] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart: ((Lyon Sinclair is given 1000 experience points.))
[16:11] Jasper M. Prescott blinks, then furrows his brow, guaging Ms. Caproni's reaction
[16:11] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart: ((Izala Beltza is given 500 experience points.))
[16:12] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart: ((Rena is given 500 experience points.))
[16:12] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart: ((Jasper M. Prescott is given 1000 experience points.))
[16:12] Jasper M. Prescott waves his index finger slowly from the candidate to Ms. Caproni
[16:12] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart: ((Lyon Sinclair is given 500 experience points.))
[16:12] Peri reaches for it like it is a delicate treasure"It is perfection"
[16:12] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart: ((Viola is given 500 experience points.))
[16:12] Jasper M. Prescott: "Wait, you sold it for..*that*?"
[16:13] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart: ((Jaded blade is given 500 experience points.))
[16:13] Jasper M. Prescott recovers his composure, smiling
[16:13] Lady Ophelia Lowenhart: ((Malra Laloosh is given 500 experience points.))
[16:13] Rena paused briefly, looking to the girl and rising an eyebrow. "....Apparently my hair is perfection. "She'd eye her own braid a bit,before shaking her head"Strange days.
[16:13] Viola listens with interest and admiration to the question from Dinah
[16:13] Jasper M. Prescott: "A fine specimen it is!"
[16:13] Peri now if you can just hang a few graverobbers well te city will be scum free"
[16:13] Lyon Sinclair inclines his head. "I have always stated thae Rena has one of thae most beautiful manes of hair." the words quiet. "I believe it was a test tae see who is willing tae go the extra mile sir."
[16:14] Coventina Annesley couldn't help but noticed the fact that Lyon was too tied up in affairs of vanity than listening to what she knew to be a life or death issue. The lass didn't frown...but her features softened and she pressed her thumb against soft lips with a tiny shake of the head and a soft murmur. "And so for want of a braid a child was lost...."
[16:14] Jasper M. Prescott: "I see...well, sir, you've hardly done that, having not left the room...so to speak, no?"
[16:14] Padishar Ishtari finally speaks up plainly at Lyon, "Sir, was it not just recently argued by yourself that I was possibly trying to -buy- votes? I wonder what else you would do in order to win one. And I'm sure that question circles the room as we speak." his patience was wearing thin, and at least Malra hadnt made any digs on him, so she was safe for now.
[16:14] Lyon Sinclair laughs softly. "Sir, I am sure thae it was not a purchase of a vote, but more thae I just proved tae thae lady thae I am a man of action, not bullshit."
[16:14] Izala Beltza: "A vote for a braid. Were all votes so easy to buy"
[16:15] Rena looked up to padi, rising an eyebrow"The woman merely asked for an object, to see if one was willing to go the extra mile. And he "asked" me for my hair, he did not demand it. "She'd mutter, still seeming a bit tired. Stretching out with a yawn.
[16:15] Peri turns to Padishar"Oh fie sir.he was just quicker and more clever then you.admit when you are bested"
[16:15] Izala Beltza: "I believe she said who ever got her the braid would have her vote"
[16:15] Rena: "I suppose the object could have been anything. "SHe'd pause, releasing she had not resheathed her dagger, nor reaquired her gauntlet, she of course immediately slid the dagger back into its pouch. Rubbing at her eyes"oi, lyon, are you still carrying my gauntlet? Can I have that back?"
[16:16] Jasper M. Prescott chuckles, looking slightly uncomfortable at the apparent public acknowledgement of the exchange, notwithstanding the purported rationale
[16:17] Malra Laloosh again went back to scilently and nervisly playing with her mettal hands
[16:17] Lyon Sinclair chuckles and offers the Gauntlent to Rena. "Here yae go lass..and Padishar, I'm sure yae kin agree that a braid of red hair is a might bit different than offering someone coin for their vote." he chuckles softly.
[16:17] Padishar Ishtari smiles to Peri, "I am not one to pander to vanity... Much apologies, but this is not a competition of sport. Speed is not exactly a requirement, and not once have I shown I will not act. However, I will not act without thinking first." he gives Lyon a look, "And I would kindly ask you to keep your tone civil, around the guests. This is not my personal home, the space was donated kindly by Lady Astrid. Whom unfortunately could not make it for personal reasons."
[16:17] Jaded blade: "hhhmm"
[16:18] Rena looked to Vokkus after a moment, eyeing her some. She'd take the gauntlet, hefting it a bit as she slid the metal beast onto her arm, not feelinglike shoving it into her usual hidding spot for a moment. Though marla's metal arms clearly took her interest far off the debate.
[16:18] Jaded blade: "looks about not seeing who she searches for departs"
[16:19] Peri with a bit of luck there might be a brawl into the mix as the two men appear to have a dislike of each other...smiles swaying the braid by the tie then steps back.
[16:19] Padishar Ishtari grins slightly, "Furthermore, I suggested assisting with improving payroll for the Constables. That doesnt mean I was offering to -buy- his vote. He didnt ask for anything."
[16:19] Lyon Sinclair chuckles faintly. "I'm afraid that Constable Fable took it otherwise sir..perhaps you mispoke...again."
[16:20] Viola sighs as the gentlemen begin their sparring again
[16:20] Padishar Ishtari nods, "And I have spoken toi Constable Fable a couple times sense, he does not want to hear me out... That is understandable, I may not win them all." he smiles. "Moving on, what other questions will there be?"
[16:20] Izala Beltza her voice soft and calm she says : " It has been enligthening to see you both canidates in a semi fromal situation. I have learned alot watching the two of you.
[16:21] Izala Beltza: "Perhaps Cedric has a chance after all"
[16:21] Peri turns and whispers to the ladies and Prescott "Why they would want the job is beyond me...it never ends well for mayors. The graveyard is littered with them"
[16:21] Coventina Annesley slid herself down from the table like an otter on a mudbank, so that first her hands reached the floor below. Scandle! Ankles all displayed like that! She remained inverted but a moment before her little spine arched and brought her feet to the floorboards as well. She leapt up onto the bench now and perched herself there like a small bird. If she was further interested in the debate it didn't show, instead she seemed consumed by plucking flowers from her hair and slowly stripping them of each drenched petal, then leaning far out as she could to drop said petal onto the floor.
[16:22] Jasper M. Prescott tilts his head at hearing Ms. Caproni's comment
[16:22] Lyon Sinclair chuckles softly. "Perhaps he does after all Lady..I wuid never sae that another does not have a chance madame, although...it wuid quite interest mae how hae wuid sign papers." he grins
[16:22] Rena looked over at Peri"And That my dear, is why I refuse to run for it. Such a silly thing to go for, plus between my forgework, and my teaching, I rarely have time for such...trivities. "She'd pause, blinking"And I do not think that was a word. "The metal gauntlets fingers clinked tgether, as she strapped it into place, and adjusted its position against her arm.
[16:24] Viola leans towards Jasper again as she notices a few crumbs of the cake aroud his mouth, she traces his lips with her finger to catch them and then licks her finger tip and smiles "I can see why you enjoyed the cake sir, it is very good"
[16:24] Peri that is why women are so much wiser then men"nodding to Rena"And in the end we usually are the hands behind the throne, while avoiding the axe.although poor Marie didn't"
[16:24] Jasper M. Prescott turns to Viola and blinks, smiling politely..."Why yes, it was...scrumptuous!"
[16:25] Viola laughs quietly and whispers "oh sir, I do hope I have not been too presumptuous"
[16:25] Coventina Annesley chirped mostly to herself as she plucked off another drenched violet blossom and tried to carefully perch it in the hair of the lad beside her. "...Behind every successful man is a great woman...and behind her a very angry wife."
[16:26] Lyon Sinclair chuckles pleasantly at Coventina."Tis entirely true madame."
[16:26] Viola laughs at the statement
[16:26] Izala Beltza stands and pulls the shadows close around her. " I can see that it has not come to blows. Perhaps when there is a more structured debate, One will learn more
[16:27] Jasper M. Prescott smiles again, somewhat sheepishly..."Why, not at all. It's truly delectable. Did you try some?"
[16:27] Rena smirked just a bit, and shook her head. Leaning once more against the pillar, having left her slice of pie entirely untouched."Too be fair, I was hoping for a fight. But I love a good brawl.
[16:27] Padishar Ishtari glances about and groans under his breath, "I see this has degraded rather quickly in short time... Much apologies everyone." he looks to Lyon and then back to Malra, "I am pleased you both arrived to -assist- me in making my points clear. But I believe any meaningful conversation tonight may have been ruined by some people's, rather crass, comments." he smiles faintly, "If there are further questions, I will answer them now, but otherwise I do believe this is mostly over."
[16:28] Peri fingers her bribe all content with the outcome, and there is wee Padishar thinking politics isn't a game."Sir, you need to brush up on your Shakespeare" Winks to those around her then heads for the hitching post outside
[16:28] Malra Laloosh looks on meekly as the foces on her dwindled "i...i...im sorry...i realy dident want to intrude...i only wished to observ...i dont ntierly think my chances are all to highe an estimaited 3%...
[16:28] Lyon Sinclair chuckles faintly at that. "Crass deserves crass sir..when one insults mae fiance, thae will get nothing but that in return, since you have not the honor tae answer my challenge, then I must resort to thaes."
[16:28] Jasper M. Prescott chuckles at Ms. Caproni's comment, then watches her as she turns
[16:28] Sister Victoria VanTassel offers a clap for the host of the forum and other who showed up uninvitedly though walking toward Padishar slowly looking to him whispering in his ear
[16:28] Izala Beltza: "Politics is latin.. Poli meaning many and ticks... those nasty blood suckers"
[16:28] Viola shakes her head at Jasper "no sir I did not have that particular pleasure"
[16:29] Rena suddenly lifted a finger, pointing right at Marla."You, I want you to stop by my forge later. I wish to....examin your arm. It intrigues me.
[16:29] Viola turns away and applauds politely
[16:29] Padishar Ishtari eyes Lyon a bit, "And you have shown your colors nicely, sir. I applaud you with your assisting my campaign."
[16:29] Jasper M. Prescott: "I think if the cake thief hadn't taken away the proverbial punchbowl, you would have greatly enjoyed a slice"
[16:29] Izala Beltza: "It was entertaining, Yes I think you both showed your colors. The best of luck to your both"
[16:29] Malra Laloosh blinks "...my arms...you cant forge this sort of mettal...you cant produce heat hot enugh...
[16:29] Izala Beltza (nimue.macbeth): luck
[16:30] Rena rolls her eyes a bit"If by assist, you mean give you ideas to latch onto while he debates against you? "She'd murmur, looking to lyon, pokin him witha metal arm."OH, I can, believe me. "She'd smile a bit, proding at lyons chest"You owe me hair.
[16:30] Coventina Annesley continued trying to crane herself over to lace the stem of the violet into Zebbediah's hair. She moved slow as forming ice, trying not to be noticed by her 'victim' until the very last moment possible. Still murmuring gentle asides to herself, "It has been said that politics is the second oldest profession. I have learned that it bears a striking resemblance to the first." -
[16:31] Coventina Annesley successfully assists Zebbediah Jameson.
[16:31] Lyon Sinclair chuckles faintly. "Sae I do lass.." he offers "Yae will have tae remidy thae..." he grins faintly. "And sir, I dinnae do it tae assist yae..but if yae will nae meet me in honorable debate, then I will bring the debate tae yae."
[16:31] Viola nods to Jasper "Indeed I am sure I would...I make it my business to take pleasure from as many things as possble in life..and of course provide where I can"
[16:31] Jasper M. Prescott smiles at Viola, nodding..."words to live by!"
[16:32] Padishar Ishtari whispers back to Victoria and nods slowly, looking out across the room. "I'm going to stay here until the pre-determined time... Just in case some more civil members of society decide to drop by for questions." he smiles.
[16:32] Zebbediah Jameson waves ge fairy from his hair as one would a fly, "Have you no sense madam?" He picks ou the flower and tosses it back to her
[16:32] Padishar Ishtari looks to Zeb and then to Covie, "Oh... Coventina, dont harrass the good businessman."
[16:33] Viola smiles at Jaser and reaches out to brush afew stray crumbs from his lapel
[16:33] Sister Victoria VanTassel nods looking to Zebbediah walking over to him "Oh sir I hear you are in the shipping buisness, I may need some specialty items if you are able to get them"
[16:34] Jasper M. Prescott smiles again, gratefully
[16:34] Coventina Annesley didn't quite smell like a fae, though the mistakes was quite easy to make. If one were of a particular sensory observational group they'd smell her rather human beneath all the flowers and vanilla soaps. She closed her eyes as the flower bounced off her nose and then sighed piteously at the lad with a whimper, "Common sense is the collection of prejudices acquired by age eighteen. "
[16:34] Jasper M. Prescott: "It would appear that the politicking has concluded for now"
[16:34] Rena looked to marla with a gentle smile."I forge a lot of things, out of a lot of materials, and dozens if not thousands of different compositions. "She'd eye the arm again."Though it is quiet facy, and well put together, did you make it yourself perhaps? Clearly not a commerical work.
[16:35] Viola turns and fixes her gaze on Padishar "it sounds like you are questioning whether we are all civil members of society or not, i do hope i am mistaken"
[16:35] Malra Laloosh she looked to her arm it was indeed not comon the intracet mesh of mettal plated clock work and sheeting made a vary clean and sleek arm with minimal noise " ...its...no...theses were...given to me...i maintain them ...i know them inside and out
[16:35] Jasper M. Prescott quirks and eyebrow, then chuckles..."then again, maybe not"...and grins
[16:36] Viola turns back to Jasper "I have no further questions and do not need an answer...I have to go back to the Ten Bells sir, can I tempt you to come for a drink?"
[16:37] Jasper M. Prescott hastens to stand as Viola does
[16:37] Viola nods to the group and turns to leave "good day to you all"
[16:37] Viola turns to Jasper "shall we?"
[16:37] Lyon Sinclair chuckles slightly. "I dae believe I will take a seat, sae that if Padishar decides tae answer mae challenge, thae I mae bae readily available..." he pauses again. "Guid dae Lady Viola."
[16:38] Jasper M. Prescott: "You're very kind to ask, Viola. Alas, I have business that I must attend to...I hadn't planned on this political diversion and so I'm afraid I now must catch up to some things"
[16:38] Zebbediah Jameson frowns at her, "Miss I live in a house full of young women, pardon me if I seek solace in less feminine activities when outside the house.:"
[16:38] Rena gave a brief pause, before nodding her head."Well then, please come by the forge some time. I do love learning new designs, but I must tend to class today.
[16:38] Jasper M. Prescott bows his head, politely, to the room, then in particular to his host, before exiting
[16:40] Coventina Annesley crawled down from her benc, she stared up at Zebbediah for a few moments longer than was polite before she gave him a pretty little grin and then stuck out her tongue. Trotting from the businessman to the candidate, she reached up to try and lace a few flowers through a buttonhole on Padi's lapel. "...Must look the part...yes..."
[16:40] Malra Laloosh noddd softly " oh...allright...tt.ttake care..." she bowed alittal as she turend for the door
[16:40] Padishar Ishtari smiles slowly and looks to Lyon, "Sir you have proven you cannot perform socially... You came to this event, and tried to bully your way into the spotlight. I am not impressed, I am insulted, and you do not deserve the honor of a debate. That is that. I wish you the best of luck with your election, and if we end up as the last two options, then you will get that debate then." he doesnt seem to mind Covie putting flowers on him, just looking down at them a moment and smirking, "Yes, Coventina, I like the flowers.. quite nice."
[16:40] Rena looked up to Marla after moment, giving her a brief nd and turned to walk away.
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[16:42] Zebbediah Jameson rolls his eyes and chuckles, "Come see me when you do not smell like a daisy old man." He makes his way to the door still chuckling
[16:42] Coventina Annesley craned up to give Padi a tiny pat 'pon the head if he would let her before she turned and scampered out of the tea house, skirts and hair still throwing a mist of water round her immediate area.
[16:42] Lyon Sinclair chuckles slightly. "And yae have proven yourself to be a man of no honor, I tried to formally challenge you to a debate not once, but twice. Both times you have reached mae with nothing but fer insults tae mae and mae family...I have twice sought tae make a debate with yae. Both times yae have proven tae bae a man of no honor."
[16:46] Padishar Ishtari smiles to Covie and nods, "See you, Coventina." he looks up to Lyon as unfortunately he was the last left besides Victoria, "You challenged me through a proxy. Secretary and fiance or not. No, I declined that. Then you crashed this party with your inviting yourself up here and showing no respect. You accuse me of no honor, but you insult me twice, and even after trying to be kind about it to your fiance, I get your threats. No sir, you are no the one slighted here. Though I do apologize to Patch if she didnt know why I was afronted... She didnt do anything terrible and I know I upset her. I think of you as a dear friend, sir, but you push that... You push that to a line."
[16:49] Sister Victoria VanTassel looks between the two as she backs away slowly toward the table not wishing to catch any unfriendly spells if they were to start flying
[16:50] Lyon Sinclair chuckles. "If this is how yae treat yer freinds lad, then I wuid love tae see how yae treat yer enemies.." he stands easily. "Yae threw a fit like an irrate child because my fiance and secretary attempted tae make an appointment with yae since yer sae busy..yae have no honor, nor will yae accept mae challenge. Not by proxy or given in person, it wer not my intent to crash yer party until yae refused it. Since yae are a man of no honor, I saw no harm in et. Yae mae expect mae to treat yae such accordin tae thae old ways until such time as yae grow some balls and get ready tae play in thae grown ups court." he stands easily, inclines his head, and walks out.
[16:51] Padishar Ishtari blinks once, "I did? I simply said it was poor form, and I thought you knew better. Considering your age." he laughs.
[16:51] Sister Victoria VanTassel whistles softly as she saw the man walk out "Last I knew before the election you both were friends"
[16:52] Padishar Ishtari glances to Victoria, "He has a few things yet to learn, even if he's about ten times my age, hrm Victoria?" he laughs softly and almost deviously, "The man has no idea what he walks into here.." he nods, "We were... he seems to have let this go to his head, though."
[16:55] Sister Victoria VanTassel chuckles "Well immortaily will slowly catch up with you both, not everyone learns its secrets at the same rate"
[16:57] Padishar Ishtari hrms, "You're probably right. I doubt I have it all right, and at least I can admit it..." he walks over and sees what's left for the foods. "If no one shows up, we'll go promptly at six."
[16:59] Sister Victoria VanTassel nods to him "thank you again for this sir it was quite nice of you to help me like this"
[17:01] Padishar Ishtari shakes his head a bit, grabbing up a piece of food, "No, I apologize, it was supposed to be a civil question and answer. He came in here and ruined it." he pops the little snack into his mouth and chews for a moment, swallowing before he continues, "I will be delighted to do something different after this."
[17:02] Sister Victoria VanTassel chuckles "Well I would offer you come with me to see the delights, but that would be out of the question for it would more than likely kill you and you can not seemingly disappear for 2 days in the mights of all this"
[17:04] Padishar Ishtari laughs, shaking his head, "No, and I dont believe I could react the same way as you would to being banished." he smiles, turning and leaning with a heavy sigh on the counter. "I hope Lyon understands that if he comes after me with anything underhanded, I'm going straight to the constables."
[17:06] Sister Victoria VanTassel looks to him "I am unsure what is happening with that family misfortune seems to follow them, from Kyris accusations to Rhyssa's sudden illness all within a few days span of eachother one may think that someone is targeting them, you may wish to watch and sign of implications that you are behind this"
[17:07] Padishar Ishtari nods slightly, "I know that. And I havent had contact with them at all lately."
[17:08] Sister Victoria VanTassel nodding to him "All the more reason why havging a letter of your workings with a witness is for the best giving presitent if they were to accuse you"
[17:08] Padishar Ishtari rubs his hands together a bit, still looking fairly put off. He nods at Victoria's statement nad looks to Scath as he enters, feeling a presense more than hearing anything. "Hello there... I was going to speak with you before."
[17:09] Sister Victoria VanTassel smiles seeing Rune walk in as she waves "Good evening Duke Shen'Lung, how has the day found you?"
[17:10] Padishar Ishtari glances to Rune, not hiding the slight surprise on his face, "Rune. I... think it's obvious... I am surprised to see you here at all. How can I help you? Did you bring questions for me?"
[17:11] Scath stopped inside... his eyes moving between the two... and then.. his black eyes land on the man... He raises a slight eyebrow under the hood.. but keps silent... Hearing Rune's name.. he steps to the side.. and stays quiet.
[17:11] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung walks into the Tea house and looks around he crosses his arms over his shoulder and looks between Padi and Victoria. "Pretty good just got started I guess you can say..took a long Dragon nap." smirks at Padi and shakes his head. "I have ran for Mayor and won two times Sir...I have no questions for things I know are very hard to fix and things I know cannot be fixed...but give it that ole college try lad." chuckles "I heard I missed a pretty good show though...I am all for a show."
[17:13] Sister Victoria VanTassel rolls her eyes "Ah yes your favorite family was here to crash the party" she said sarcastically with a chuckle
[17:13] Padishar Ishtari grunts a bit, still unamused, "Yes. My opponent took it upon himself to show up and cause a mess of the question and answer session.. But it's fine. I think I kept my cool at least long enough." he looks over the dragon a bit, "I know you about hate my guts, Rune, but I do respect your opinions, as much as you think the city is against you."
[17:16] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung turns his head to the side and grins. "Aye I saw that...." drops hs arms beside his waste bringing them to rest behind his back. "My opinion never mattered before Padishar...but if I ever have anything to give I will be sure to do so...I was asked to run for Mayor again by a few people...I turned them down which would include my wife....The city stopped taking my words serious...and everything I said came true...even this right here...the Race for mayor gets Dirty lad....and if you take what goes on serious...you will do everything in yer power to make a fool of yerself.. poltics are about mind games Sir....Make them think yer not phased by their words and make them look the fool."
[17:18] Sister Victoria VanTassel nods as she looked to Rune "Must have been why i withdrew myself, I was not one for true games of the mind, only slight prods here and there" walking over to Padishar smiling "And I did not want it to get between friendship"
[17:18] Padishar Ishtari nods lightly, "As I said, and I'm sure Victoria can agree. I did not let on til the end, after people left, that I was so terribly upset... But I am. I am insulted that he felt he should be so rude." he considers, "I considered him a better man, considered him a friend." he smiles faintly at Rune, "You and I have our moments, but at least you show respect and I show you respect to a degree."
[17:20] Scath stays silent... listening to the conversation... going on... He steps back.. into the darkness of the corner of the room... and stands there in shadows... quietly watching... without a sound.
[17:20] Scath hides from view.
[17:20] Scath reappears from their hiding place.
[17:20] Scath hides from view.
[17:22] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung stands like a guard in a castle and eyes him a minute through the mask. "And I will say another thing Sir....Being Mayor is not about Control...its about service to this city...the whole city not just the hospital or the constables ect. I know this cause I watched as people ran for Mayor and had one thing on their mind...what was important to them..I was a constable when I ran for Mayor...but my main concern was the safety and well being of the people not the constables." looks at Victoria. "There are no friends in Poltics dear...remember that. " looks at Padi. "Respect is earned Sir..disagreements fuel disrespect...its how life goes. As for what I heard with him sending his love and Secratary..You should know yerself running for mayor is busy stuff..I use to send my wife on business runs for me..cause she is more business voiced and gets the job done pretty well then I do...Its just how things go with us..its not disrespectful for a person to send a delegate Sir just not exactly the best thing to do."
[17:23] Scath reappears from their hiding place.
[17:25] Padishar Ishtari shakes his head, "A debate is like a duel, and challenging one's opponent to a duel via proxy is not acceptable.." he sighs, "I agree though, Mayor is not a position of power, it's a position of responsibility and duty to the city. I spoke with Lyon in person before the questions and answers began and I told him I would accept a debate at a different time. But he insisted instead that he should stand up there and disrespect the entire forum with his insistance on shoving himself into the spotlight... It was a weak publicity stunt."
[17:25] Sister Victoria VanTassel nods "Ah then I must not be fit for politics, I will stick with the church, not many true believers disrespect the church, though admittedly most are closed minded I try to keep an open mind to others views as well"
[17:26] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung chuckles. "Might be a good idea if you feel the way you do Sister Victoria. As for me..I was born for politics...I was a Prince an Emperor and a Mayor."
[17:27] Sister Victoria VanTassel looks curiously "Prince, have you been promoted?" she chuckles softly to herself
[17:28] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung shakes his head. "No....I was Prince of My mothers Empire."
[17:28] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung: "And my fathers."
[17:28] Padishar Ishtari smiles a little, shaking his head and leaning back to snag another piece of food from the trays, "If anyone wants some, better get it now, it's on my tab..." he chuckles.
[17:29] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung chuckles. "I just ate but thanks Padi."
[17:29] Supper provides a fulfilling meal, "The cost to buy supper is 10 coins.
[17:29] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung gives some money to Supper
[17:29] Sister Victoria VanTassel nods "Apologize sir for my ignorance" looking to Padishar waving her hand "I dont think I will need food where I am going" she smiled to him before looking back to Rune "May I ask how long ago this was sir?"
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[17:30] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung looks down at his fingers. 30,000 years ago...Was the first time I took my place as Prince..."
[17:31] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung: "I was 1,800 and something years old."
[17:32] Sister Victoria VanTassel nods "No shortage of experience over the years then, and then the citizens treated you so poorly while in your seat of service, quite disrespectful"
[17:32] Padishar Ishtari considers the age and hrms, "I'm thirty two. Makes me feel like an infant." he chuckles, popping the food into his mouth, "And Victoria, you might as well. Then again, if it's not eaten, I'm just going to tell Fred to take it next door for the boarding house."
[17:33] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung grins at Victoria. "I have a bit of a temper...and being a Emperor means my word is law but not here...I had to be a different person."
[17:34] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung: "Noone thought I was being serious...They thought I was just being my temperamental self.""
[17:35] Sister Victoria VanTassel nods "ah i see, change your persona to be accepted into the position" looking to Padishar "Well if you say it like that I might be persuaded to take a small piece of the apple tart" as she reaches over attempting to get a piece
[17:35] Sister Victoria VanTassel failed performing the simple task.
[17:35] Padishar Ishtari glances to Rune a moment, "If you demand here, people likely are going to be growly right back at you... Unless I had good reason, I probably would give you a dirty look too. Unless it was something simple."
[17:36] Sister Victoria VanTassel grabbed the plat as she brought it closer it fell from her hand smashing on the floor "Bollocks" she looked down wondering where Miss Astrid kept her cleaning supplies
[17:37] Padishar Ishtari blinks a bit, "Oops." he looks down and scoops up the spilt food, putting it back onto the metal plate carefully. "Dont worry about it, I'll clean up..." he chuckles.
[17:37] Padishar Ishtari successfully performs the simple task.
[17:38] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung nods at him. "Which is why I didn't I just tried to get them to understand something they did not even see happening...when they did not listen it happened...time and time again and its still happening...Now they ask me to run for Mayor again..with the disrespect I was getting..I decided to hold out not do what they want me to when they would not do something I was trying to do to help the city."
[17:39] Sister Victoria VanTassel curtsies "Thank you again Sir, some days it is amazing if I can get out of bed without hurting myself"
[17:40] Padishar Ishtari murmurs from his cleaning up, "And Rune, if I win the election... You can rest assured I'll listen to your word, at least. I may not -do- anything right away, but I will hear you out. I just like to see things from other angles." he waves Victoria off, "Dont fret over it."
[17:43] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung nods at Padishar. "That is all I wanted...for people to at least look at the prospect of something I say might happen..at least guard against it just in case..if I am wrong we did not lose anything know what I mean."
[17:44] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung: "Better guarded then dead or problems starting."
[17:44] Sister Victoria VanTassel nods understanding perhaps thinking about her nearing journey to find if anything could go awry
[17:46] Padishar Ishtari hands the metal serving dish to Fred as he comes around figuring out what hit the deck, "No harm done, Fred. No worries." he stands back up and smiles to Victoria before turning to Rune, "Rune, I... know this is a long shot, but will you and your family support my campaign? I will do what I can to hear you out when you bring things forward. But pointedly, you have been elected twice, and that means you know what you're doing there functionally."
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[17:50] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung turns his head to the side and looks at him. "I will tell you what I told Malra....and Ceallach when he said he might run. I do not support people as a candidate....Its not in me to do so. I vote for who impresses me the most and who I think will run this city the best...I have worries...with all candidates running this time to be truthful and it leaves me thinking that I should not vote at all and just watch how things fall. But I am listening I am watching...if you impress me and my fears of you running this city are not fears anymore you will hear my voice that I assure you." -
[17:52] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung: "One of my family members is already supporting you I will speak to them of yer actions and words so far...if it is ok with you."
[17:53] Padishar Ishtari raises an eyebrow slowly, "And what are your fears, Rune? I opened this forum to answer to those fears. So what are they?" he pauses, "I didnt know any of your family was... I... well I hadnt been told as much. And actually I may just not know if they were your family if I had talked to them."
[17:54] Padishar Ishtari blinks, "Or... wait. You mean Ophelia, yes?"
[17:56] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung nods. "Aye Ophelia is my adopted sister....as is Lady Wyld...As for my fears it is as it is with all doctors that run for Mayor...the hospital will be more important to you....Also...That bunch of rabble with Lyon and Patch are criminals...You backed him as a friend once...I fear for Criminals and the influanced by criminals could be a very dangerous thing to this town..already almost had a take over in the past...Noone listens to me when I say that lot is trouble and you may not either...but my eyes are on them for sure."
[17:58] Padishar Ishtari nods a bit at Rune, "I dearly hope after todays mess Ophelia still supports my campaign... And I have lost great amounts of respect for Lyon after tonight. This election has gone to his head.." he smiles, "As for the hospital, I have spoken to Giada and she expressed the same concern. I will be doing what I can between both jobs, but it comes to be too much, then I will be replaced, at least temporarily at the hospital so that more work can be done for the city during my term."
[18:00] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung: "What needs to be done is Giada keep yer job in hold as Shay did for me when I was Mayor...I went to Shay and quit after my Status as Mayor....but that is how I did things...There is sometimes conflict of interests going on with both jobs...but what I speak of is the work as Mayor will be poured into the hospital and not the rest of the city.""
[18:00] Sister Victoria VanTassel smiles looking btween the two then looking down t Botis brushing her hand over his head thinking she would have to fill his water in his cage before I leave
[18:02] Padishar Ishtari shakes his head at Rune, "I understand the need to balance resources between the various groups... It's not my intent to sink any one of them in order to praise a prefered one." he swallows a bit, "I may be biased towards the hospital in some regards, because I believe it's gained a very bad repution. But Giada has done a fantastic job at weeding out the unfortunate ones who used to work there. And I have been requested to try and get Lux back into position on the staff."
[18:05] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung shakes his head. "And I hate to say it but lettings Mice run for Mayor is a mockery of the position." shakes his head. "He is workiing for My wife...and for himself. I am not the only one who has a bit of a problem with the hospital...no one listens to others with how certian people heal...they just jump on healing...so more then myself has issues which is why the clinic was opened...our first question when someone comes in is are you allergic to anything or have problems with certian kinds of magic...but I have not heard once that happen in the hospital..It just has been a cesspool place of fear and worry for alot..I am just the only one who ever speaks out."
[18:07] Padishar Ishtari smiles lightly at Rune, "Sir, I ask most everyone before I use any magic on them...And if they arent able to respond, I resort to traditional methods or indirect magic... cleaning blood from the skin, things like that... Things are not the same since you have left, I think. It is basically just myself, Giada, and Doctor Muircastle there. And we're trying to hire on more nursing staff."
[18:09] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung: "A number of doctors have had problems keeping their hands to themselves as well killing and assaulting people for a very long time...Its strange but it causes fear too." looks up at him about Dr. Muircastle. "He locked up my niece in a padded cell once for nothing left her to die when she could not be locked up like that and kept away from the sunlight..it might have been a mistake..but people need to learn the difference between pure fear of someone and being crazy or Mental.""
[18:10] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung: "Do not get me wrong I am not slandering or speaking bad I am merely giving you different things that happened that make people fear the place."
[18:11] Padishar Ishtari nods slowly to Rune, "Sir, mental illness is not widely understood... If it is or isnt present is hard to determine. Sebastion does -everything- in his power to help folks, and while I have had to pick up his paperwork on occasion, he has helped me out of a tight spot as well, I know he means well."
[18:13] Sister Victoria VanTassel waves softly to Duchess Shen'Lung as she walks in still listening to the two going back and forth
[18:15] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung crosses his arms and nods. "I guess he might..but it was a mess with my niece...she was running away from a demon she thought it was going to hurt her cause some have done so...Since she did some screaming she was labeled mental but that is the past I am just saying people have reason to fear the place and if the hospital wants others to come back and think differently they need to know what the people fear...work on those things and make the people feel more at ease going in the place and not get attitudes when people try and come in to see family and friends when they are worried about them...people get upset and think they are not wanted in the hospital when all they get is attitude when they come in."
[18:15] Lady Evona Shen'Lung: "-clutched her skirt to keep from tripping over it as she walked into the tea house waving to Victoria as she came to stand beside her husband- Good evening everyone."
[18:16] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung smiles at his wife. "Hey love...Yer looking lovely."
[18:17] Sister Victoria VanTassel nods to them "I am faring well, and you do look lovely today Duchess Shen'lung if I may say so"
[18:18] Lady Evona Shen'Lung: "-narrowed her eyes- Why do I have the feeling you were going to say something else m'love? -she smiled- Thank you both though. -she grinned-"
[18:18] Padishar Ishtari nods politely to Lady Eva as she walks in, "Indeed your dress is quite nice, Lady Evona." he glances to Rune with a nod, "Sir, no matter how you dice it, it is a hospital... It's not a miracle workshop, and things will always be a bit tense there. People will die, no matter how hard we work at it. And people will fear it because it's an uncomfortable place to go. No one likes to go see a doctor, even for something simple. We have sharp things and use them regularly.." he smiles. "I fear though that my forum is over... I have business with the shadowy sort there in the corner, and my ex-rival Victoria. And I will need to depart." he looks to Scath between them all in the shadowed corner, "Sir, if you'll join me at my home?"
[18:19] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung: "In my experiance people heal better when they can hear their loved ones near them and knowing they are there for them...the stress of the ordeal can and will make things worse." Shrugs. "Just things I have seen in my day...""
[18:19] Scath turns his gaze to the man.. and slowly nods... He waits for the man to lead the way without a word.
[18:20] ArchMage Rune Shen'Lung nods at Padi. "Sorry for taking up yer time..." looks back at his wife. "I am merely speaking on the problems I am not saying anything deragatory."
[18:20] Lady Evona Shen'Lung: "Thank you Sir but who needs healing?"
[18:20] Padishar Ishtari nods at Rune a bit, "That's why I make house calls too. But it's a conversation for another time... You're quite welcome to ask questions whenever, Rune. I want to keep an open door policy." he looks to Eva, shaking his head, "No one immediately."
[18:21] Sister Victoria VanTassel chuckles at Runes explanation to his wife as she also waits for Padishar to lead the way offering a curtsy to the Rune and Evona "I do hope your evening is well"
[18:21] Padishar Ishtari begins to head out, motioning for Scath to come with.
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