Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - A Crowded Meeting Room on the Second Floor -
"And why exactly are we bothering to listen to this madman?" Lorenzo asks, genuinely curious as to the answer.
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - Bagrat Kamsarakan
Khadijah shrugs, "I would certainly be grateful if you could convince your patron to raise the issue with the full council once it is selected.
That was Kratos, a member of my Clan, Lasombra. I thought you knew him, why else would he hand you that satchel?"
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - Ventrue Alcove First Floor - Vitaliano
Vitaliano shook his head a bit and then stared as a strand of hair fell between his eyes. His eye twitched as he hurriedly put it back into place before looking back at the former prince. "We appreciate the support, I'll let my Sire know he has your support as well. And...if I happen across a certain name from a strange voice then I will see to it that the voice's message comes back to you." he said, the latter part quietly.
At this point, he began his quest for Raphael, not wanting to let that lose end not be put in it's place.
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - Sir Dunstan - On the First Floor
You head downstairs to seek out Petrankov and you instead find his Childe Cantor. The one you had friction with when you first met him he sits alone at the Gangrel table. Observing what is taking place around him.
He nods to you, "Sir Dunstan, how does this evening find..."
Before he can finish his sentence a Canite approaches the table, one you have never seen before, "Where is your Sire Childe?" The Cainite asks Cator.
Cantor shakes his head, "I do not know Erik, shall I summon the Seneschal so you can announce yourself?"
The Cainite frowns, "No, I shall find him myself..." As he walks away you are not sure if he means to find Brexiano or Petrankov!
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - A Crowded Meeting Room on the Second Floor -
Lutz grins at you Lorenzo, "Cause I get a vote!"
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - the Second Floor -
Alexander nods back to you and you set off in search of Rafael. His eyes linger on Talisman his face thoughtful.
On the second floor you find Rafael exiting a room with Lord Criatas. As you approach him he smiles at you as Criatas walks away.
"Vitaliano. Do you wish to speak with me?"
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - the Second Floor - Vitaliano
Vitaliano smiles as Rafael splits off from Lord Criatas, he give a slow bow "Good even, I was glad that I could find you. I wanted to talk to about what I had mentioned earlier...I wished to see what you thought now that you had a bit of time to think about who you might be voting for?" he said with a smile.
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - Michele
Wits + Alertness
I move towards the second floor.
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - Bagrat Kamsarakan
I have no idea. Like i have no idea how he got wind of the lineage. I only got here a few days ago and tonight is my second night amongst this distinguished assembly. I will indeed speak and raise the issue with him on your behalf then. he replied and he puts the Satchel under his shirt under the robe
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Andrew heads out to the crowded room
Andrew surveys those present in the chamber he stands vigilante and if anyone were to notice he is usually near the wall, but with sufficient room to draw his sword....
He closes the door to the private room behind him....
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - A Crowded Meeting Room on the Second Floor -
Hmm... That is a painting, Polygnotus a painter. He would not correct her in public, or was this a test of some sort.
Alessandro tries to read Victor's face, if her childe reacted to the statement.
Yes, of course Lady Helene. But, I have been interrupted what must have been a pleasant conversation between yourself and Lady Jadviga. Forgive me.
With these proceeding favorably over, there will time enough for pleasantries and the appreciation of the arts. You must come to the house and be our guest.
Naturally, he reaches for her hand politely as affirmation to the invitation... chivalry is an art, as well.
Odysseus' descent to Hades, secreted from Delphi to Venice in an act of preservation. I wonder if the Oracle saw that coming?
He gently laughs at his own joke.
Ladies, Victor... we will be in touch. The Lady Alyssa and I will be around a bit longer, should you have interests, delights and passions that require attention.
I do so look forward to working with you, Victor. I have not been to France in a while... by mortal standards.
Hands together and bowing, he politely extracts himself, spots Alyssa and returns to her side.
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - A Private Room - Xing Shi
Xing doesn't show any emotions and nods.
"Yes lets us go then."
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - A Crowded Meeting Room on the Second Floor -
Lutz pauses, "So who is your Sire again?"
"Francois Villon of Paris, who, even where he not my sire, I would think the best choice for the position. I shall let him know of your kind trade and allow you both more time to consider it."
"And why exactly are we bothering to listen to this madman?" Lorenzo asks, genuinely curious as to the answer.
Lutz grins at you Lorenzo, "Cause I get a vote!"
Ranerius chuckles at Lutz' comment, "Well, there is that." He turns to Lorenzo, "But, in addition... as I mentioned to Lord Benne, I am a great believer in cooperation between various clans and kindred alike. I don't claim to fully understand the elder here, but just because I fail to see it doesn't mean there isn't wisdom of worth in his words. Perhaps its because I'm an Innkeeper, but I like to think every person has a story, or at least a part of a story, and it costs me little to hear it, and every once in awhile, much can be gained from a moment of a bent ear," A pause, "And there is again the fact I hope to help our kind, young and old, find some measure of joined strength and peace. It's been a theme for both my sire and I, and I worry I'd seem a hypocrite if I shut anyone out. Perhaps I am a 'soft touch' but it is part of who I am." He admits.
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Luca Marano – Mainland Italy
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - A Crowded Meeting Room on the Second Floor -
"I suppose you are right, Ranerius, but it does not mean that I have to like it." Lorenzo says, reluctantly conceding the point.
Turning his attention to Lutz, Lorenzo calmly and deliberately says, "Perhaps if you could focus for a moment and tell me something that may be of use to Lord Benne, it would make him more likely to support you."
Venice by Night - Tuesday March 25, 1309
Durdona Checheg – the Docks
Once you arrive on the docks he releases your arm and turns to you, "Tell me my dear, what caused you to approach us at La Serenata Notturna? Do you have an attraction to danger or are you simply a fool?"
"Give me a blade monster and I'll show you danger."
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - Sir Dunstan - On the First Floor
A humble nod to Cantor "Hi, I hope I do not interrupt you, I wish but a moment of your time, as well as that of Petrakov" Dunstan tries to be as honest as possible, but there isn't anything wrong if he can get Cantor support also to aid him in convincing Petrakov
"Since I do not see or recognize Petrakov, I hope my company is not unwelcome and we can cultivate some friendship" a smile on cue as practiced when being polite and treating the man like he was more than his station deemed, even if at this point Dunstan could not know it, but threading with care and respect is a fine weapon and remember to smile. All to good words his mentor once gave him.
"I was hoping that we could be in better terms as well as Petrakov and lady Meridie for this up coming election, that is if your Clan is staying which I believe it would be invaluable as every Clan has something to offer for what I have come to notice"
Nurses Court, 1st fl
Seeing myself alone with Alexander with the other fellow depart I will approach and bow in greeting waiting for him to speak.
"I do not know Mr. Pietro's last name. I met him after his men have made several attempts on my life. He seemed a dangerous man who I would have rather complied with his request and have an ally of. Come to think of it When I first fought his men in an graveyard that young fellow Andrew who is at the council may know. I never questioned why he was there but he may know more of the parties involved in that battle. "
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - the Second Floor - Vitaliano
Rafael smiles at you as Criatas walks away, "I have not given your Clan much consideration to be blunt Vitaliano. I simply do not know what to make of your Sire's opponent".
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - A Private Room - Xing Shi & Michele Querini
Xing steps into the room as Alejandro and Kratos beckon to her. Before she reaches them Michele Querini steps into the room.
Alejandro frowns, "The get of a Setite that gives Setites a bad name. What business have you here Fledgling?"
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - A Crowded Meeting Room on the Second Floor - Lorenzo and Ranerius
The Malkavian grins at Lorenzo, "Why would I tell you anything of value here youngling? There are eyes and ears everywhere. The information would reach a dozen Cainites before you even located your Sire in the building".
He turns around, "When you have more sense, perhaps I shall tell you some secrets..."{/b] He then heads out of the room.
Replacing him quite quickly walking into the room is the Brujah Criatas who watches the Malkavian pass by qithout looking directly at him, [b]"A good evening Fledglings, need you a few moments to regain your sanity before we speak?"
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Luca Marano – Mainland Italy
You and Adria, despite your ability to se in the night become hopelessly lost.
Venice by Night - Tuesday March 25, 1309
Durdona Checheg – the Docks
Violetta chuckles, that chuckle ceases when he draws a blade and flips it catching the blade and offering you the hilt.
"Stab me then, if you can..."
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - Bagrat Kamsarakan
"Allah works in mysterious ways. The hope for peace among Cainites rests in the hands of a Mortal".
His eyes focus on something behind you, "I must leave you my friend. Were I you, I would hide those papers somewhere and soon". He heads towards a Cainite you believe is an Assamite, Talon was his name.
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - Second Floor - Andrew
As you exit the room you catch the eye of the Brujah Dark Selina.
"Fledgling. I desire to speak to your Sire, is he in this room?"
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - A Crowded Meeting Room on the Second Floor - Alessandro
Helene smiles sweetly, "Yes a painter he was but he also sculpted that particular piece at the request of Prince Alexander when he dwelt in Athens. The sculpture disappeared when Alexander was ousted by his Childe a century or so ago.
Still I should like to see the painting. Perhaps I shall pay you a visit soon, you are your Sire.".
Lady Jadviga, "Indeed, I shall perhaps pay you a visit soon as well Fledgling..." she states icily as you walk away.
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - Sir Dunstan - On the First Floor
Cantor looks after the Cainite that interrupted your conversation and then left. He then turns back to you, "Good. So you have considered my offer of alliance and accept. That is excellent news indeed Sir Dunstan. Though we may have gotten off on th wrong foot and come from different backgrounds as mortals I think we have much common ground. Perhaps we should take a walk outside, what do you say?"
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - the Second Floor - Onfroi
Alexander turns to you as you approach, "You wait for me to address you, as is only proper. Please sit down Fledgling, so rare to see a Cainite who observes old customs these days. Not a surprise I think, given who your Sire is".
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - Outside - Michael Santo
"It must have been Pietro Giovanni. Why would he care for such information, perhaps he wished to keep tabs on all of the Clan activities in the city. You met with him where we stayed last night correct? The House of Giovanni? If that is the case, then he would have fled or left the city depending I suppose on who you ask the question of.
Andrew the Salubri eh? Head in and speak with him. See what he was doing there and what he has done since to bring him to where he is now".
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - Bagrat Kamsarakan
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - A Crowded Meeting Room on the Second Floor - Alessandro
Goodness, did she read my mind? Perhaps the sculpture wasn't at Delphi... or, she wasn't responding to anything specific said at all. Forgive me, Helene.
We look forward to hosting you both, Alyssa will be pleased as well. I'm confident Khadaji Shipping can locate the sculpture.
Lady Jadviga, I look forward to learning from you. Ventrue interests are wide and varied. Folly to insulate oneself. Should my Sire win the seat at council, we will represent you and all Ventrue, as we serve the best interests of all Kindred.
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - Second Floor - Andrew
"Fledgling. I desire to speak to your Sire, is he in this room?"
Andrew bows to her respectfully, "Aye, he is, but he is preparin a sermon on tha road o heaven, ken I be o service to yer ladyship?"
Narses Court, second floor
Onfroi smules and says standards are maintained when they are understood as necessary. I have seen them as such for a long time. I thought I might speak with you to convince you to vote on my sires behalf but it seems you already find his disposition to yiur liking. Might I then ask if you might use your influence to sway others to his behalf?
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - Bagrat Kamsarakan
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - A Crowded Meeting Room on the Second Floor - Alessandro
Helene smiles softly at you, "Be wary, many here read the minds of those they engage with and those they do not engage with..."
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - Second Floor - Andrew
"You can if you Sire values what you say whelp. Is this so?"
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - the Second Floor - Onfroi
"Oh you may but first sit, talk. Let us get to know one another better".
He pats the seat next to him.
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - Sir Dunstan - On the First Floor
"Lead the way Cantor, I would be honored to walk beside you and keep your company" Dunstan follows Cantor outside for a walk, perhaps he feels more comfortable outside "I agree we might have had an awkward start in the personal aspect of things, but in the greater matters we agree, and that gives us common ground, as well as being recently embraced. This would help us build a good bonds as allies or friends"
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - Bagrat Kamsarakan
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - Second Floor - Andrew
"You can if you Sire values what you say whelp. Is this so?"
"Aye there is no contention amongst tha Salubri an those upon tha road o heaven,..."
Andrew shakes his head sorrowfully...
"such is tha way o other clans."
"I will deliver yer word to his ear."
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - A Private Room - Xing Shi & Michele Querini
Xing's eyes narrow at Michele. The one who gave her so many problems since she has been in this forsaken city and also someone she was instructed to arrange a meeting with as well. Ugh so many marks so little time... Well perhaps not time but not in a single night...
She smiles as Alejandro calls him out.
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - A Crowded Meeting Room on the Second Floor - Alessandro
Then, you understand my tactics and tact. I am an open book to you. It makes things easier... Please consider my Sire for the Ventrue seat on this council, Helene. We... I will find a way to return such a favor.
This form of communication is rather... intimate. Startling at first, I find it enjoyable. You feel... good. Your beauty transcends and is evident even here. So long as you mean no harm, you are welcome any time.
Alessandro returns a gentle smile.
Narses Court
Onfroi nods and takes a seat and says I was born in Burgandy over two centuries ago and came of age at the time of the first crusade and managed to return alive after joining the Knights Hospitalers there of whom I am still fond of but who left their combat mission behind shortly after the crusade to become who they are to this day. Close to death I found myself turned into a ghoul until recently when I was offered after so long a place at the table. After so many years I learned much of mortality and how fleeting it is and how I must move from time to time to avoid suspicion but how much my true home meant and how much the hospitality within was appreciated. So while I am well taught and respectful I see some traditions greater then others. You? Onfroi stops keeping the story as short as he could but being honest. What purpose to not be, but with not including every detail as what purpose in that either. I love this unlife Sir, I would not trade this moment for any. I am glad what I have been gifted and would be glad to speak for my sire regardless Onfroi finishes.
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Luca Marano – Mainland Italy
Luca stops Adria.
"I hear horses in the distance, and voices. Think it best we stay away?"
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - A Private Room - Xing Shi & Michele Querini
With a sweeping smile and slight bow, " My pleasure. I am here to see Xing per word of Sadir. She had asked us to attend a meeting and we wish to do so. watching Xing's reaction
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - A Crowded Meeting Room on the Second Floor - Lorenzo and Ranerius
"No, I believe more sane conversation will be enough of an aid for that, my good sir." Lorenzo says, obviously relieved to be rid of the Malkavian for the time being.
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - A Private Room - Xing Shi & Michele Querini
Xing eyes Michele.
"I'm sorry my dear Michele. My sire already has arrangements with Master Alejandro and Kratos. He does wish to speak with you and your sire though but this eve is probably not possible."
She watches Kratos cautiously trying not to spook the crazy old vampire.
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - the Second Floor - Vitaliano
Vitaliano smiled "Forgive me, but what is there to know of someone whose curse has caused him to not even know himself from day to day. Unless you wish to have someone on the Council that you cannot sway or predict then you should vote for my sire, yes?" he said trying to use logic to sway his opponent.
Venice by Night – Tuesday March 25, 1309
Narses Court - A Private Room - Xing Shi & Michele Querini
"Well then we shall await your sire and your word. Hopefully there is still time. "
I will purposely linger a moment in case someone else wants to say anything.