Adventure Took Place on February 21, 2000

Vulcuran had a talk with the King, and he ordered him to have no shop talk tonight. Then went and checked on Meadow. Afterwards headed back, worked on a few things and now is getting ready for the ball

Vulcuran: After I am done with the new document about security measures, I will go and look for an outfit, one of my more Royal ones. See if any match white with gold.

DMaster: Rolling. (rolls a 3) There is really nothing.

Vulcuran: VUL: Dammit.
Grab my coin purse and head out to a clothing shop. See if Nance’s is open.

DMaster: You leave the Castle, and make it to Nances. Again, the lead guard at the inner gates assigns you a guard. Her shop is just outside the Inner Gates, easy to get to. It is about 1:00PM. You walk in to see Nance standing there helping a woman with a dress. Probably for tonight’s events.

Vulcuran: Walk around and look. Make sure the damn guard waits outside.

DMaster: The guard stands at the doorway much to the displeasure of Nance, who just gives you a look (she knows you pretty well). Rolling again. (Rolls a 17) You find a rack of clothing about your size. Not a lot to choose from really, since you are 6’3″ almost 6’4″. From behind you, you hear.
NAN: Nothing like waiting for the last minute, Duke.

Vulcuran: Turn around with a big dopey smile on my face.
VUL: I thought I had something for…

DMaster: NAN: White and gold, I know. Meadow was gushing.

Vulcuran: Raise an eyebrow,
VUL: Gushing?

DMaster: NAN: Yes, she was so excited to go.
She reaches and grabs a really nice outfit. Hands it to you.
NAN: Hurry up, try it on. I have other customers I have to wait on.
She says playful and a wink.

Vulcuran: Chuckle and try it on.

DMaster: Not exactly what you would have chosen, but it will hopefully match Meadow. It is white, with gold accents around the collar and cuffs. A bit stuffy. The front has luxurious fittings and the cuffs are also sharp and precise. It fits you pretty good. The pants compliments the outfit perfectly, but are a bit tight in the rear.

Vulcuran: VUL: Perfect. I’ll take it as is.
Walking out of the dressing room.

DMaster: You see Nance with a customer. She nods at them, and walks to you.
NAN: Damn, it does fit pretty well. Not something I would have picked out for you, a bit uppity, but… its classy.

Vulcuran: Nod my head.
VUL: My thoughts exactly, but at this point, lets just do it.

DMaster: She stops and looks you over again before you go back in.
NAN: No, really. It does look pretty good.
You’ve known Nance long enough, she doesn’t bullshit. You see the customer she was helping looking you up and down and they seem to approve as well.

Vulcuran: Nod and head in, change, get it in a bag and head for the counter.

DMaster: Nance’s assistant is there. She charges you 4 gold.

Vulcuran: Pay her. Look back at Nance.
VUL: See you at the ball Nance?

DMaster: She turns and smiles.
NAN: Wouldn’t miss it.

Vulcuran: Head back to the Castle.

DMaster: The guard peals off at the inner gate. It is a gorgeous day, upper 60’s, blue skies and no wind. The streets are about half as busy as usual, considering it is a Saturday and the ball is tonight. There are other places that hold the winter / spring balls, but at a different class. Many of them go all night and it is just a great excuse to drink yourself silly. Last year you and the Royal party ended up at The Hydra, the fancy pub that has 3 floors of dancing, drinking and debauchery. It took you a few days to recover as you remember.

Vulcuran: Chuckle a bit as I recall that. Head inside and for my room.

DMaster: The Castle is a bit of a bussle, people walking around, carrying clothing, shoes or decorations. No one seems to bug you at all. You make it back to your room. It is about 4:00PM. You should get over to the playhouse around 5:30PM. You will leave for Meadows at 4:45PM.

Vulcuran: Head for the baths, and take my time. Do my hair really good, double clean myself, splash some cologne on.

DMaster: You feel good. You head back to your room.

Vulcuran: Get ready, take my time, make sure it fits good. Put a dagger in my high sock. Can’t be too careful. Look for something from any of my old battles.

DMaster: You remember you had a dagger from the pirates and it was pretty ornate.

Vulcuran: Grab it, put it in my pocket. Head out, and go to the playhouse.

DMaster: You get to the playhouse, it is very well decorated.

Vulcuran: I will go in and look for flowers.

DMaster: DM: Nice. Steal some flowers.
It’s the winter ball, but you notice that there is quite a spring feel to it. So there are flowers all over.

Vulcuran: Find a decent amount without making it obvious, and if there is a white one, I can use it as a corsage or something.

DMaster: You make due. You have a small wad of flowers, another white one you can use for a corsage. It gets about that time. It is about 4:45PM. Head out and to Meadows. The city is somewhat busy, because there are multiple balls at different levels of class, you see a lot of well dressed people. This time a guard is trailing you, a bit off for privacy. You nod at a few walking by, they bow in respect. You make it to Meadows door.

Vulcuran: Knock, and wait.

DMaster: The door opens up almost immediately, to some talking between Magnolia and Ender. Her mother looks out and then up. Her eyes bulge, big smile.
MAG: M’Lord, how nice it is to see you. Please come in.
You walk in and notice the house is immaculate. Much better than the first time you were there. You can tell they made it a point to make it look good. The father goes to stand and you can tell he is strained.

Vulcuran: Make sure the goddamn guard is not coming in.
VUL: Good to see you as well. Ender, my friend. Please stay seated, I am not that formal.

DMaster: He glances up, smiles and falls back down in his chair.

Vulcuran: Give the flowers to Magnolia, her mother.

DMaster: She smiles real wide and sniffs them.
MAG: They are beautiful, thank you.
END: eh? You hitting on my wife, young man?
Saying in a playful tone.

Vulcuran: Smile at him and shake my head.
VUL: Well, you might want to keep an extra eye on me…
Give him a smirk and a wink.

DMaster: He scoffs and chuckles.

Vulcuran: Take out the dagger and walk to him. Hand him the weapon.
VUL: This was the dagger from the lead pirate from a week or so ago. His name was Rannon, a formidable opponent. I took this as a memento.

DMaster: His eyes bulge, grabs the dagger, looks at it. Takes it out of the sheath, and it is a beautiful weapon. It is not much of a dagger, more for show than anything. The man looks it over carefully. The mother comes out and shakes her head. Ender then hands it back to you.

Vulcuran: VUL: No, Ender. This is yours. A gift.

DMaster: END: Oh I couldn’t.

Vulcuran: Smile at him, nod.
VUL: Please, it would only be long forgotten, plus I have another memento, a great axe from a war-chief orc. I would want you to have this.

DMaster: He is looking at it, huge smile on his face.
END: Rannon, you say?

Vulcuran: Nod my head.
VUL: They came from the waters, surprised my guards and myself. It was one hell of a battle.
(He doesn’t have to know I made this guy up and we wiped the floor with them)

DMaster: Just then Meadow comes down in this gorgeous dress. Goes to about her knee, white, gold accents. She looks incredible in the dress. She turns, sees you and her jaw drops, and she catches her breath. With wide eyes and a growing smile, she curtsies.
MEA: M’Lord.

Vulcuran: Try and give her my “look” and smirk. I bow towards her.
VUL: M’Lady.

DMaster: She glances over to her mom, then walks over to her.
MEA: Mom!
You look and the mom is welling up. Magnolia shakes her head.
MAG: Sorry. It’s just so damn cute.
They hug tightly.

Vulcuran: Walk to Meadow and hand her the white flower.
VUL: I am not good with these things, so here is a flower you can use for, a corsage maybe?

DMaster: Her mother looks at you.
MAG: If I may, M’Lord?
She reaches for it.

Vulcuran: Hand it to her. Look to Meadow.
VUL: You look beautiful.

DMaster: Meadow blushes and smiles. Her mother races into the Kitchen. Meadow turns to her dad.
MEA: So what do you think?
He seems a bit speechless, then smiles.
END: You have never looked so beautiful.
Meadow walks to him and hugs him, for a bit. She turns and she is wiping a tear away, taking a deep breath. Ender seems to be struggling a bit too, sniffling. Just then her mother comes out and strapped the flower on her wrist, matching with her outfit.
MAG: OK, you two. You look amazing, go have a great time.

Vulcuran: Nod my head.
VUL: I think we shall.
Put out my arm

DMaster: She smiles and takes it.
MEA: See you two later!
The both of you walk out and head for the playhouse. You walk the streets arm in arm, passing by many people dressed up. The city is somewhat decorated too. The guard doing a pretty good job tailing you but keeping far enough away.

Vulcuran: Look down at her and smile.

DMaster: MEA: Yeah, I might of done a thing for this ball.
She says with a snicker.

Vulcuran: VUL: Oh, what is that?
Still guiding her to the play house.

DMaster: MEA: Ahhh, I’ll just let you see.
She seems kind of proud of what she is talking about. You two make it to the playhouse and the town crier guides you both to the back atrium. The entire crew is there; The King, Marcus, his wife Capri, Thames, Carol, Damon, his fiance Addysin (soon to be) and now you and Meadow. Everyone greets you, hand shakes, hugs and smiles.
CRY: This year the King will not be the last one introduced.
Everyone looks around, eyebrows raised.
CRY: The Duke of Camerondale will be, per the request of the King.
They all look around then over to you.

Vulcuran: Shrug my shoulders,
VUL: Don’t look at me, I don’t know why we do this anyways.
Chuckle a little.

DMaster: It was time. The crier walks out to the floor of the playhouse. You can hear him “Welcome everyone to the first ever, and maybe the only one, Sprinter Ball!” Everyone giggles and looks at Meadow and she blushes.

Vulcuran: VUL: You renamed our ball? Sprinter?
Giving her a surprised look.

DMaster: She nods, Still proud of it. The crier starts in and introduces Thames and Carol. Then Damon and Addysin, then Marcus and Capri. All to cheers and applause. You can tell Meadow is breathing a bit quicker, she is getting a bit clammy and sweaty.

Vulcuran: Not going to look, pat her on the hand which is around my arm.
VUL: I am here Meadow, we will do this together.

DMaster: She leans in close to you as she takes deep breaths. It is a bit nerve racking. The crier moves to the King, “Our King, Sir Jeramiah!” the room erupts with claps and cheers.
MEA: Wait, why are you getting announced last?

Vulcuran: Sigh loudly, shrug shoulders.
VUL: I have no idea, I am sure it is to embarrass me or something.

DMaster: Then the crier has stopped and the King starts in.
JER: We have left this man for last. He recently gave us quite the scare, but arrived home victorious. Our waterways are safely traveled everyday because of his heroism. Please give it up for our Duke, Vulcuran Arqulone and his guest Meadow Tullivale.

Vulcuran: Guide her out, through the curtains. Stop and look.

DMaster: The place is packed, has to be 300 people. The main floor has the usual round tables that are decorated in white and a touch of green. A large “Sprinters Ball” banner in the back. A long bar to your right with 5-6 tenders. Everyone is dressed to the nines. You and Meadow are on the stage. It is a standing ovation, cheers and whistles. It is almost deafening. The King looks back with pride.

Vulcuran: Wave a bit, look a little overwhelmed and walk to the King.

DMaster: After a minute, it quiets down again. Meadow has been escorted from the stage to a close by table.
JER: I think they might like you.
He says with a smirk on his face. He pulls out this medal. You glance at it and your eyes bulge a little. It is the Diamond Heart award. It has only been given out once, to King Jeramiah. It is in honor of Cobra, your brother. It hits you like a ton of bricks.

Vulcuran: Stop suddenly, take a step back, shake my head a bit.
VUL: No. M’Lord, Please…

DMaster: The King grabs your shoulder and brings you close. Gives you a look, and even he has his eyes well up a bit. He quietly says
JER: No one deserves this more than you, he would be so proud of you…
He trails off, looks down, takes a deep breath. The people look on, and the royal party seems to react, a few tears, big smiles and hugs. Those who know Vulcuran, know the King, are starting to understand the importance of this award, the connection and the perfect way to honor a man who dedicates his life to Camerondale and it’s people. The King looks out to the crowd.
JER: It is an honor to give this award to a man whose brother was the very meaning of Camerondale. His brother now has made his own way, and made us all proud. and he has made me, very very proud. The King turns you and puts the medal around your neck, clasping the back.

Vulcuran: Try not to lose it.

DMaster: You are doing pretty good, but its not without a few “well-ups.”
JER: Vulc, don’t give us a scare like that again. We need you here in Camerondale. We need you to keep some people in line.
He chuckles and pats you on the back.

Vulcuran: Smile and nod.

DMaster: JER: Here, say a few words.
Beckons out to the crowd.

Vulcuran: Eyes get big for a moment, then walk forward.
VUL: Nothing like putting me on the spot M’Lord. I might have to change my drawers after this.

DMaster: Everyone laughs a bit, and looks on.

Vulcuran: VUL: These kinds of things are not without the dark underbelly that no one else sees. The loss of life, the innocent’s, the unexpected heartbreak. I don’t want to bring us down, but I wish to take a moment, to remember the people we lost and the people we now miss.
Look down, wait a minute.
VUL: But, I would like to thank two people. Krinus, who is not here, unfortunately. But mostly Plugr, our First Knight.

DMaster: You spot him, as everyone looks over to him, his eyes big. He gives a hesitant wave and a smirk. Victoria next to him, looking stunning in a dress also is floored.

Vulcuran: VUL: His actions, his level head, his very presence is really the only reason I am standing here now. Plugr, my Lead, my friend, from the bottom of my heart I thank you.
Bow to him.

DMaster: The room erupts in applause and they are still standing for it. He looks shell shocked, but gives you a warm look and nod.

Vulcuran: Wave to everyone and get the hell off the stage.

DMaster: You are engulfed by people shaking your hand, patting you on the shoulder, etc. You eventually make it to your table, wide eyed and shell shocked. Meadow is just staring at you, wide eyes and a big smile on her face. You are at a table with Thames, Carol, Thorin and Britney.

Vulcuran: Turn to the stage, wait for them to say the bar is open.

DMaster: JER: Yes, this is the first Sprinter ball. We were going to cancel the spring ball, but since this is in the middle of the two celebrations, our new friend Meadow had a great idea to combine it… call it, Sprinter Ball!
He finishes with a chuckle, looks over to her and nods. Everyone claps and looks at her. Talk about shell shocked, she grabs your arm and smiles at everyone, wide eyed and she waves a little.
JER: Bars open! Dinner in an hour!
Everyone cheers.

Vulcuran: VUL: Thank Animax! I’m going to go get something to drink, can I get everyone something?
Look at them all.

DMaster: They are sitting, looking at you and they give you there order.

Vulcuran: Nod at them turn for the bar.

Then it hits you, like a ton of bricks. Across the playroom, you see this gorgeous blonde woman, her dress hugging every curve, turn and look directly at you. Flowing blonde hair, pouty lips and gorgeous blue eyes. It is like someone kicked you in the gut. It’s her, it’s that damn hooded woman… it is Cassie.

Vulcuran: Stop dead in my tracks. Turn back and look at Thorin.

DMaster: He glances at you, then double takes, seeing your eyes, your pensive look. He tilts his head and gives you an inquisitive look.

Vulcuran: Take a deep breath, kind of look away from him. Gather my patience, my control and walk to her.

DMaster: You walk through, getting congratulated here and there. By now she has her back turned, at the end of the bar.

Vulcuran: Walk to the back of her, put my one arm to the bar, around her, practically touching , as close as I can be.
VUL: Bartender, your finest… Brandy, please.

DMaster: The scent of her perfume hits you, it’s the same as the blanket. It kind of makes you shutter a little, but you catch yourself. She turns and looks up to you. Her beauty takes your breath away, you find yourself staring into her blue eyes.
CASS: Brandy? I would have taken you for a dwarven spirit kind of man.
She says with a bit of whip.

Vulcuran: Give her a wink
VUL: I recently acquired a taste for Brandy, Cassie, if I may call you that.
Smirk and raise an eyebrow.

DMaster: CASS: Right now you can call me anything you want, diamond heart, hero of the realm…
She says with a slight bit of sarcasm, but it had some sincerity to it too. She softly grabs the award that is laced with Diamonds and gold. Giving an impressed look.

Vulcuran: VUL: So even now, I have to deal with you, and your…
Look around
VUL: Partner. I can’t get a day off?

DMaster: She giggles a little, looks down to her drink, runs her finger around the rim.
CASS: My brother. He is my brother. And no, not tonight.

Vulcuran: Give her a wide eyed look

DMaster: She looks back up to you, and there has not been many times you have been sure of things, but you are pretty damn sure she feels this connection between you two as well.

Vulcuran: VUL: Brother? Interesting family business you have.
Back up and take a look at her.

DMaster: It is like the entire room has gone quiet and it is just you two. She gives you a sultry look, and wiggles her eyebrows.

Vulcuran: VUL: You look…
Give her another once over
VUL: Well. You look incredible.
Smile at her.

DMaster: She blushes a little, smiles and looks down.

Vulcuran: Walk to her, get close again.

DMaster: Cassie looks up
CASS: You don’t look half bad yourself.
The bartender walks over and hands you the Brandy.

Vulcuran: Give her a look, hold out my glass a little.

DMaster: She raises hers, gives it a “clink.” Take a drink.

Vulcuran: Take a sip, look down at her again.
VUL: I have to get back to my date… err my table.

DMaster: She nods her head, smirks.
CASS: Yes. Hurry now, I am sure she has to be home before dark for school tomorrow.
A shit eating grin rolls over her face.

Vulcuran: Sigh and slowly nod my head.
VUL: Yes, yes she is a bit young but it is just for tonight.
Turn and walk away… stop and look back.

DMaster: She was looking you up and down, then meets your eyes. A sexy soft smile and she winks. Turns and tries to get the bartender’s attention.

Vulcuran: Walk back over to the table.

DMaster: Everyone looks up to you.
BRIT: Uh, Vulc? Our drinks?

Vulcuran: Give them a look, eyes bulge a moment and shake my head.
VUL: Oh shit, yeah, hold up…

DMaster: Meadow jumps up and takes your arm.
MEA: It’s ok, you have a lot on your mind I am sure.
She gives you a look and taps your medal.

Vulcuran: Smile at her, nod my head. Then sit down.

DMaster: THOR: They say the mind is the first thing to go when you get that age you know?
Giving you a shit eating grin. Britney shakes her head and nudges him.

Vulcuran: VUL: One can only hope, I might be able to forget all those bad puns and terrible jokes you’ve said.
Chuckle a little.

DMaster: The table also laughs.

Vulcuran: Give Thorin another stern look, like I need to talk with you.

DMaster: He is smiling at Britney but caught hold of your look again. He tilts his head and glances at you, gives you a whats up, kind of look. Britney whirls around so fast, her eyes ablaze.
BRIT: No. No.
Her finger pointed at you.
BRIT: I don’t care if Skello himself is bartending, there will be no shop talk understand?!

Vulcuran: Look down and nod head.

DMaster: BRIT: Vulc… Vulcuran. Look at me.

Vulcuran: Glance up to her.

DMaster: The gorgeous blonde woman still has some steam shooting out of her ears.
BRIT: None of it. Not a word, not a peep, not a…
Thorin grabs her arm softly, leans and kisses her cheek. She leans into him, but not before giving you one more look. Thames and Carol are smirking watching this unfold.
THOR: He gets it my dear.

Vulcuran: Dammit. The person, or maybe persons you want the most are easily in your grasp, and there is nothing you can do. I even made a deal with the King too. But why is she here? Why would she expose herself? Hell, I wish she would expose herself to me… shake my head from that thought process.

DMaster: Just then Meadow shows up with the drinks and she hands them off to cheers and thanks.

Vulcuran: Lean to her
VUL: Thank you. I got a little side tracked.
Put my glass up a little.

DMaster: She gives you a surprising disappointing look, hits your glass with a “tink.”
MEA: Yes, a hot blonde woman in a skin tight dress, yes, I see how you get sidetracked…
Meadow then looks back to the table and joins in the conversation.

Vulcuran: Sigh again. Great. Just great.

DMaster: Some conversation, laughs and a cheer or two, and dinner is served. It was roast boar, with everything you could imagine. It was cooked to perfection, everything was excellent.

Vulcuran: Keep quiet, eat until I am full. Don’t really want to be here now. Push my plate forward, put my silverware, napkin on it. Finish my brandy.

DMaster: You down the Brandy. Thorin and Carol seem to have noticed your sudden change in demeanor. Meadow is chit chatting with Britney, laughing and giggling, almost like she is keeping her occupied.
CAR: Vulcuran. May I speak with you?

Vulcuran: Look up at her, smile and nod. Stand up and walk around the table.

DMaster: She takes your arm and you two walk to the front atrium.
CAR: OK, spill it. After your little announcement on stage, you have been melancholy. I mean if it is about Cobra, you know he would be pissed at you right now for not getting drunk, and…

Vulcuran: Put my hand on her arm.
VUL: Carol, hun, it’s a bit more complicated than that.

DMaster: She is just staring at you waiting for you to say something else.
CAR: mmm?
Shakes her head a bit.

Vulcuran: VUL: I promised people no shop talk. So, mum is the word tonight.

DMaster: She pulls you farther back
CAR: Just. Tell. Me.

Vulcuran: VUL: Half of the operative duo is here at the Ball. The woman is here, probably her brother too.

DMaster: Her eyes bulge. Scoffs a bit.
CAR: Whoa. Didn’t see that coming. She is here? In the open?
Carols expression changes to somewhat disbelief.

Vulcuran: Nod head looking at her.
VUL: At the bar, I spotted her…

DMaster: She touches your arm.
CAR: Spotted her? I thought she was hooded? You know what she looks like?

Vulcuran: Smile.
VUL: The last encounter with her, I got a good look at her cute button nose, her pouty lips and flowing blonde hair. Took a guess on her eye color and she confirmed it…

DMaster: Carol seems stunned, but has an eyebrow raised.
CAR: OK. I can see why you are like that. But…
She takes a moment to think.
CAR: Britney is right, no shop talk tonight. You have to shake this, ok? Just give it a try, because this will potentially ruin the night for a lot of people… and I for one don’t want to listen to Britney for the next month complaining about it.

Vulcuran: Nod head, chuckle a little.
VUL: I will try my best

DMaster: Just then Thames makes his way into the area, raising an eyebrow.
THA: Wondering where you two skulked off too. Anything I should know about?
Carol laughs
CAR: Oh yeah, you thwarted our plans to whisk away into the night and go screw at some romantic place.
Thames stops, looks at the both of you.
THA: Oh. You are going to whisk her away? How do you do that? Can you hurry?
Her eyes bulge and she laughs.
CAR: Jerk! I think we would “skulk” anyways…
They push playfully, laugh and hug.

Vulcuran: Nod my head and walk back into the main room.

DMaster: By now the tables are being picked up from plates and such. Desserts are being distributed to the tables. People are eating and they are all loving it. The desserts were done by Fycon Brothers.

Vulcuran: Sit back down at my table. Thorin gives you the quickest, “we will talk later” look and turns his attention back to Britney. Meadow looks awkward, she just finished her dessert.
VUL: So what do you think so far?
Lean towards Meadow, eyebrow raised.

DMaster: She turns and smiles.
MEA: Overwhelming really.
The young girl looks around then back at you.
MEA: Sorry about before, I was just a little off-put by that woman.

Vulcuran: Chuckle a bit, take her hand
VUL: No worries. Let’s just relax. We are here for a good time, so, lets have just that, a good time.

DMaster: She nods her head. It gets quiet for a bit.
MEA: If you don’t mind me asking, is that an old flame of yours?

Vulcuran: Shake my head, look down. Wondering why she thought this was an old flame? Was I really that aggressive?

DMaster: MEA: Oh, sorry never mind, bad question.

Vulcuran: VUL: It’s ok. It is… complicated.

DMaster: She looks at you, wide eyes.
MEA: Your Wife? Girl friend?

Vulcuran: Let out a laugh, tilt my head back.
VUL: No, no. Never been married. She is just a passing acquaintance that has a bit of history, but nothing like that.

DMaster: She seemed embarrassed then looked at you again.
MEA: Sorry.

Vulcuran: Lean over and kiss her on the cheek.

DMaster: She giggles a little and smiles. Meanwhile the festivities are starting to ramp up.
CRY: We now will have the first dance with our Royal party.
The band of bards start playing a simple song, slower and nice.

Vulcuran: Take Meadows hand and walk her to the floor. Start to dance

DMaster: It is awkward at first but then she gets comfortable and you end the dance very well. She curtsies, looks up to you and smiles.

Vulcuran: Nod my head, smile back.

DMaster: CRY: Now it is, pick a royal partner!
Everyone laughs and starts to look around.

Vulcuran: Turn and look.

DMaster: Your hand is grabbed and is getting pulled to the floor.

Vulcuran: Sigh, I know who it is. Look over.

DMaster: It is Cassie, she turns to you.
CASS: What? You don’t want to dance with me?

Vulcuran: Shake head.
VUL: Sure, why not.

DMaster: Then she gives you an odd look.
CASS: Oh dear, I think I already got you in trouble, didn’t I?

Vulcuran: Give her a deep curious look.
VUL: No, not really.
Look around and behind me.
VUL: Meadow was just curious who you were.

DMaster: CASS: What did you say?

Vulcuran: VUL: Just some woman that I thought about taking to the Summer Isles, looking into her eyes time and time again, and falling in love.
Say that a matter of fact like, not looking at her then get a smirk.

DMaster: It appears that stunned her. She blushes and looks down.
CASS: Well, once again Duke, you surprised me. That does not happen often.
The music starts and you begin to dance. She flows like a professional. You are very good too, so the both of you are doing very well.

Vulcuran: Give her a look, nod my head.
VUL: But lets behave. I do not want to answer any more questions about you to my date.

DMaster: CASS: No worries, she is busy at the moment anyways.
She snickers.

Vulcuran: Glance over.

DMaster: You see this very good looking man, dressed to the nines and even in this crowd he stands out a bit. Dark hair, flashing eyes and looks to have your date wrapped around his finger.

Vulcuran: Stop dancing a moment, then look back at her.
VUL: Your brother?

DMaster: She moves you to continue, and she nods her head.
CASS: Yup. He is a charmer.

Vulcuran: Sigh. Dance for a bit. Then;
VUL: Why are you here? I can’t figure that out. I now know what you two look like.

DMaster: She is quiet for a time, then puts her head on your chest.
CASS: I wanted to meet you. Face to face without the hood, the cloak and dagger and without the animosity.

Vulcuran: VUL: Really?
Keep dancing.

DMaster: CASS: Yes. And…

Vulcuran: VUL: Oh, here comes the real reason you are here. Stealing a priceless ring from some old crone?

DMaster: She stops and looks up to you. A bit of disappointment in her eyes.
CASS: No.
Cassie looks down.
CASS: We are done. Found what we had to find. Our objective is complete.
Tries to pick up the dance a bit more.

Vulcuran: Eyes bulge, look down to her and continue dancing.
VUL: Done? No more break ins? No more, rooftop dancing?

DMaster: She giggles a little.
CASS: Nope.

Vulcuran: VUL: Can I ask where you found it? Should we go arrest that old hag, as you like to call her?

DMaster: She is chuckling a bit
CASS: We bought it. For 2 silver. At an antiques shop outside of town. The proprietor says its been there for as long as he can remember.

Vulcuran: Laugh, maybe too loud.
VUL: Two silver. That’s kind of sad in some way.

DMaster: She puts her head on your chest again.
CASS: I guess it is. But we are all done. Just wanted to say goodbye.

Vulcuran: VUL: Oh…

DMaster: Your head is screaming grab her, arrest her, put her in the dungeon now! But your heart is beating out of your chest, a connection that you just can’t shake and the news they are leaving suddenly subdues your mood, your thoughts. The song ends. She looks up to you.

Vulcuran: Not sure what I should say.

DMaster: She has a smirk on her face, waiting for you to say something.

Vulcuran: VUL: By animax you are beautiful…
Eyes bulge a little.
VUL: Uh, I mean… Safe travels Cassie.

DMaster: She blushes and pulls a way a little, still holding hands.

Vulcuran: VUL: Don’t take this the wrong way, but don’t ever come back to my fucking city ok?
Giving her a warm smile.

DMaster: That line threw her a bit, then in a moment of realization she smiles again and nods her head. Cassie lets go of your hand, turns and walks to a far table.

Vulcuran: Sigh a bit, get my game face on and turn to my table. Quit with these weird connections and fantasies. I am the Duke.

DMaster: You spot this brother, kissing the hand of Meadow who is blushing and trying to curtsy.

Vulcuran: Walk to this guy, grab his arm and give him a deep look.
VUL: and what do I call you? Mr.Cass? Maybe Bro?

DMaster: The music is starting up and people are getting on the dance floor, so it is getting louder. He slowly looks up to you. You can tell immediately he is extremely charismatic, his flashy eyes, the bright smile and the dimples must do serious damage to the ladies.
XAV: You may call me Xavier, my Duke.
He steps back and bows.

Vulcuran: Frown at him, looking, waiting to meet eyes again.

DMaster: He stands up and looks at you.

Vulcuran: Walk close to him so I don’t have to yell. Give him an annoyed impatient look.
VUL: Cut the shit, brother. Cassie let me know what’s going on…

DMaster: XAV: Oh, ok, so you know this is our farewell dance, so to speak.

Vulcuran: Nod head, lean in.
VUL: It is more a get the fuck out my city dance, if you catch my meaning.

DMaster: He chuckles a bit, gives you a surprisingly sincere look, nods his head.
XAV: Can we finish out the night? I mean this is an amazing ball, and the liquor is free.

Vulcuran: Inside I just want to rip his throat out, but give him a forced chuckle.
VUL: Why not. You have patronized me for this long… and you did give me a wonderful bottle of brandy. Which is absolutely delicious.
Stop and chuckle. Give him another look. Nod my head and move past him to the table.

DMaster: He chuckles again, and moves past you. You make it to the table and A few people looking at you including Meadow. She gets up and walks to you, scrunched forehead.
MEA: What the hell? I just danced with the guy, why the third degree with him?
Kind of giving you a worried look.

Vulcuran: Snort a little.
VUL: It, well, it wasn’t that. It was…
Glance over to Britney.
VUL: Well, no shop talk, right? I was concerning some issues that have come up for the Kingdom.

DMaster: She is staring at you and slowly nods her head, not really believing you. Thorin is standing there, looking to be getting an order for the table.
THOR: What can I get you Vulc?

Vulcuran: Smile, beckon to him.
VUL: Let’s go get it together, I can help you carry it.

DMaster: Britney’s eyes turn to slits and her mouth curls a little. Meadow sees this and taps her on the shoulder and whispers something.

Vulcuran: Turn and wait for Thorin. Avoid the death stare.

DMaster: He walks up to you and gives you a look. Both of you turn to the bar and walk over.
THOR: Quickly tell me and we can move on with the night. Britney is going to grill me when I get back. But I am dying inside wondering what is going on but I have an idea…

Vulcuran: Look at him as well, make our way through the crowd.
VUL: Oh?

DMaster: THOR: That woman is part one of the duo, huh?

Vulcuran: Laugh a little and nod my head.
VUL: That she is. It is why I turned to you immediately thinking of all the ways we can capture her.

DMaster: He leans into you, playfully a little.
THOR: Or all the way she is capturing, you, perhaps?
Gives you a side-wards glance

Vulcuran: Shake head.

DMaster: You get to the bar, waiting on a bartender.

Vulcuran: VUL: You are not wrong, she is…
Stare at the bar.

DMaster: THOR: Vulc? You there?

Vulcuran: Realize I am daydreaming a bit, snap my head to him.
VUL: Umm, yes. She is… intoxicating.

DMaster: His eyes bulge a little, wants to respond but the bartender is there. He orders the drinks for the table. The bartender gives you a look.

Vulcuran: VUL: Brandy, neat please.

DMaster: Thorin shakes his head.
THOR: Since when do you like Brandy?

Vulcuran: Chuckle a little
VUL: Since I won a bet a few days ago.