Venice by Night - Thursday March 27, 1309
Greetings Inn Alleyway – Bagrat
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
Xing’s Hovel Haven – Xing Shi
Xing growls more at herself for not knocking him out with one shot and attempts to block and strike back at him again!
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
Alla Vigna Inn - Vitaliano da Riva
Vitaliano stands by watching the interaction and gaining a bit of surprising information in the process. It seems that Lutz was his brother then...if one would call another Childe of the same Sire such.
When it reached the point of physical altercation, he made a mental note but quickly stepped forwards. "ENOUGH INDEED. Both of you, remember your place. We are currently in a city that has gotten to the point of rioting and civil disobedience. NOT to mention that we are currently under scrutiny of all the other clans and the Prince of this city. Violence is prohibited unless you'd wish to be dead once more." he said rather angrily. The nerve of them, even if they were older and one his Sire to wake him in such an uncouth manner.
Vitaliano throws his hands up exasperatedly and starts to storm off away from them "As if I should expect some civility amongst my peers. The nerve of people waking someone to such nonsense. If I could cleanse the entire human population from this city right now I would..." he said, his voice trailing off a bit as he stomped away and down the stairs yelling all the while and continuing in suite for some time longer.
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
San Cassiano Residenza d'Epoca Ca' Favretto – Michele Quereni
"Actually I need help with something. While I was waiting for you to escape Gunther's house my mortal foil Christopher Dandolo and his soon to be bride- Gunther's daughter showed up. Somehow I was able to get him to like me and want to be involved in my "proposed" business with Gunther. The real issue is that he is claiming I have been missed at the council and need to go tomorrow. How do I get around this? Fake my death?
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
Robin grins, "I know right! Do not worry my Childe, this is the best way. You are a man of fine pedigree and upbringing. Act as you would at any business meeting with a prospective hostile client and you will do well. You will learn much more through observation than you ever would through listening to me drone on about what to do..."
As you and Robin step outside, the streets are in Chaos. Robin turns to you, "This night just got more exciting eh?! Do you know where the nearest Gondola station may be?"
"Hostile clients are a specialty of mine, how many merchants do you think believe they can cheat an ignorant Englishman who doesn't even speak Italian? It often pays to seem dumber than one is."
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
La Serenata Notturna –
The assembled Cainites grin at Ranerius' quip about Helene.
"Nonesense" replies Rafael to Ranerius' modesty, "Show us what you have and we shall judge you".
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
Nosferatu Warren –
Simon sighs, "I am not and was not Simon the Zealot. I was another, a Pharisee whom Jesus tried to convert, it was not until I saw him there that my conversion came into full bloom, what I have shown you..."
You see another Cainite stalk up behind Simon and attempt to plunge a stake into his back!
You see his face as the stake breaks on Simon's back. It is his own Childe Cristiano Lintini.
Simon turns on him and his eyes flare white, "How dare you!"
You see Cristiano if forced to take three steps backwards the light flares so brightly. While you do not feel compelled back, you know that you cannot possibly step forward to face him in melee, this power he possesses is something altogether different than you have ever witnessed from a Cainite before.
Malee Stake + 1 Will - Stake Damage +2 Potence.
Soak #3
Faith
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
The Masoleum –
Dominic's face goes through so many emotions you are unable to read them all, he simply replies, "Yes Lorenzo..."
As he departs Yeti enters your chambers, "So, do you sense you are close to a break through Dr? With your training I mean".
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
Ca'Sagredo Hotel -
Mistress Fanchon shakes her head in the negative, "No, you shall come with me to the Conclave. There you will work your charms on the Cainites I mentioned, in the order I mentioned. I shall point them out to you once they arrive and prompt you when the correct time to approach will be. Have you any final questions before we set out for your first introduction?"
The First Tradition: The Covenant. Those closest to Caine must rule as we are possessed of the most power and wisdom. It is through us that the rest shall prosper. In exchange, those closest to Caine offer their protection to those who dwell within their Domain. My words of acceptance to you are a sacred bond between us their meaning shaped through the millennia to what was presented to you this night. To obey me is to uphold The Covenant between us both.
The Second Tradition: The Domain. This city is my City, I protect and nurture it by enforcing its laws, the laws laid down by Caine. Those who would seek refuge in my Domain will submit to my will. I shall dictate who shall feed and where they shall feed to ensure that our flock is not thinned and stays vibrant. You shall pay respect to me and to those who I allow to dwell within my Domain. Those who are not welcome are to be brought before me, such is the duty of all who dwell here.
The Third Tradition: Progeny. As the eldest in the Domain only I have the wisdom to understand whether the flock has grown sufficiently enough to sustain more of our Brothers and Sisters. Thus, you may not Sire another without my permission. To do so will bring the penalty of Final Death for you and said Childe.
The Fourth Tradition: The Accounting. Those who Sire take on a great burden. For the actions of the Childe reflect upon the Sire. Your successes are this success and your failures are his failures. Your Sire is to instruct you in the proper rules of etiquette. He is also the first to enforce the Traditions. You answer to him as you would answer to me for your sins are his to bear as well. Once he releases you, then shall your actions reflect upon you and you alone.
The Fifth Tradition: Destruction. As a Christian you understand well the laws of Moses, thou shalt not kill thine elder. Neither shall you spill the blood of another of our kind unless forced to do so to defend your own existence. Those who seek to harm you shall suffer my wrath. If a Cainite is to be destroyed, it shall fall upon me to decide and no others.
The Sixth Tradition: The Silence Of Blood. You shall never reveal your nature to those not of the Blood, by so doing, you renounce your claims to yours. At all times you must retain control of yourself in front of mortals with the exception of those for whom you have decided to take sustenance. Then only through death or deception shall you claim the sustenance you need. Many of our kind have mortal servants despite this restriction, it is up to your Sire to decide how and when you may take such servants under your guidance.
Venice by Night- Thursday March 27, 1309
The Blue Mongoose -
The barkeep shrugs, "I will be glad for the company as well. I think it will be a slow night but Signore' Linitini insisted I open the Mongoose this night, he told me only my corpse would explain my failure to do so. A funny man my employer eh?"
Venice by Night- Thursday March 27, 1309
The Blue Mongoose -
"That is...rather specific. Have you been in Signore Linitini's employ long? And would you care to share a drink? It seems we both have ample time to relax from the chaos outside."
that was unexpected...
Onfroi would be struck dumb by Simons own progeny arriving to stake him and feels that power and realizes he needs more strength and will spend two more blood on it and fire again using the distraction, hoping for purchase this time.
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
Ca'Sagredo Hotel -
"No Mistress, no more questions."
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
The Stronghold of the Teutons –
As you arrive this time avoiding all crowds you come to the courtyard near the Keep filled with several men and a woman among them is Baldemar.
He speaks, "Can your men not stay Lord Jurgen?"
He mounts up and shakes his head in the negative, "No, Christol and I have one more night to attend our meeting and then we too will be leaving, I believe we did some good here but this city is falling to chaos, you should come with my men to see the Grandmaster..."
Lord Jurgen sees you and pauses, "Greetings Sir, can we help you?"
Baldemar turns to you a dark look on his face, "That is my newest acquaintance Lord Jurgen, he has come to see me. By all means if you and yours must go, then go. I shall be staying. If you hear word of Sir Martin do let me know, I am worried for his safety traveling so far with such grievous injuries..."
Geoffroi bows to the lord
"A pleasure to meet you my lord" He says quietly,
He waits silently for Baldemar to finish his business
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
Durga Syn’s Haven –
Luca follows the clearly more experienced member of the pack, being ready for anything to jump out at them.
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
La Serenata Notturna –
The assembled Cainites grin at Ranerius' quip about Helene.
"Nonesense" replies Rafael to Ranerius' modesty, "Show us what you have and we shall judge you".
I have scored points with my jibe against Helene, I would fear her vengeance but it is possibly coming anyway. No, it is Rafael who now hopes to humble me. To show me as having no talent and thus no place in the Toreador. He mentions not who put this idea to him. Others are more talented than I, it is true. I have ever been prouder of the talent I have drawn here as a patron than my own... but I have been thinking of little else but this challenge and mayhaps, even if I stumble in the delivery, they will hear the message.
"As a matter of fact, there is one I was hoping to run by my Sire..." He confides, "I had not thought it ready yet for use, but before such esteemed talent as my sire...and others," He says gesturing respectfully, "... I fear I shall be as be as an apprentice baker taking base rolls before a master chef. Still, let us see if the bread is done yet, or if I should have left in the oven a little longer."
Ranerius clears his throat, and invokes the poem he had been working on since he heard of this abrupt challenge. The Italian it is spoken is is modern, a deliberate choice given the subject matter. His voice is rich and deep.
"I dreamed of a nymph
And she was as fair, as fair as the moon in a glade
And other men gathered to watch the nymph dance
And her skin was silver where the starlight kissed it
And her hair like raven wings
And my eyes were that of a pagan's
Others too, had gathered
To worship her
Cold blood remembering an echo of heat
"She should be shown to the world" all agreed
But then each sought to reach and grab
One yanked at her arm
And her steps faltered
Another grabbed for her waist
And her movement stilled
Her heathen hearted worshipers
Now gazed upon their rivals
Sharp smiles that cut
Tongues that trapped
The circle of adoration twisted into a barbed wheel
Only one called out a warning
That the beauty had been oer shadowed
Admirers turn to savages
Cunning but cruel
Did feast upon each other's pride
And gloat at every bite.
And when the feast was done
The victors gazed upon the prize
But the nymph lay dead and broken under their weight
A dream now brutalized."
Venice by Night - Thursday March 27, 1309
Greetings Inn - by the Canal –
Bagrat exits the alley and heads towards the sounds of the mob, seeking to "herd" them in a certain direction. As you arrive you find them at the junction of another canal standing over a bridge, the man they had been chasing has opted to dive into the canal and swim to get away.
"That's right, run you swine, we will catch you and yours!"
"You have led us to ruin!"
"We'll make you and your pay!"
"You were warned that this could happen!!!"
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
Xing’s Hovel Haven –
Xing is able to sprawl to avoid the takedown the human tried.
She then makes contact with his head but deals little more than a ruffle of his hair in terms of injury.
The man rounds on her standing to his full height, "YOU, you brought me to that... to that place!"
He attacks again.
His strike connects!
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
Alla Vigna Inn -
The two Elders look at you in shock having just dressed them down!
Lutz places Antoine back onto the floor. Your Sire calls you back yelling at the top of his lungs, "Wait Vitaliano, you have not even met our special guest at Court yet, you certainly cannot leave having not done that no?"
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
San Cassiano Residenza d'Epoca Ca' Favretto –
Sadir frowns, "Yes, it seems we have been neglecting a golden opportunity to increase our power here in the city considering your current position within. Come, let us go and meet with Vykos, perhaps we can obtain his assistance in this matter..."
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
San Cassiano Residenza d'Epoca Ca' Favretto – Michele Quereni
With a nod Michele gets up to go.
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
A Gondola - Elysium –
You are able to circumvent the mobs and bring both yourself and tour Sire to a boatman unmolested. Robin nods, "Well done my Childe well done indeed".
It seems the citizenry is not outraged with their boatmen as they have not disturbed this one. By the look of him he is a bit bored. He perks up when you both get on board.
Robin tell him, "To the Secret Council". The men's eyes glaze over a bit and he begins to row as if by rote off in whatever direction Robin led him.
The ride on the gondola is one of the oddest you have had. Around you the city is involved in screaming matches some small fires are lit to buildings prompting a look of concern from Robin and a queasy feeling in your stomach as well even though it far and you are on the water.
You even witness a duel upon one bridge!
Soon enough the boatman heads to a section of the city you have never been to by boat, the ways are through areas most merchants and nobles would deem dangerous and not lucrative. Once you pass by a few run down buildings which appear empty, strange in the heart of the city like this... you see a small island as it were. A dock is attached one of the largest you have seen not on the lagoon near the sea proper. On the island is a mixture of ruined cobblestones, ill kempt grass and a building that appears in disrepair.
A few Gondolas and boatmen stand on the docks already and several people mill about in front of the doors to this building. In stark contrast to the run down building looming before them, they are all dressed in finery even from this distance you can see is worth a great deal.
Robin turns back to you, "The Ventrue have mostly arrived, I suppose I should not be surprised..."
Venice by Night- Thursday March 27, 1309
The Blue Mongoose -
"I am Nicolo, yes, I have been with Signore' Lintini for a few years now. Lately his demeanor has changed, business I suppose is stressful in these times of chaos.
Indeed, I shall have a drink with you, after all, who is here to object!?"
He pours some alcohol for both of you and for Stefano who refuses it.
Nicolo continues, "What is the nature of your business here that it is so important for you too to risk life and limb eh?"
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
Nosferatu Warren –
Cristiano grins, "Well done, I guess I was lucky that you had the same idea I did this night eh? I thought nothing would ever shut that fool up". He attempts to walk towards Simon but the white glow from the zealot Nosferatu still holds him back...
Simon Soak #1 - Simon Soak #2
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
Ca'Sagredo Hotel -
As you and your Sire head to the door the sounds of chaos can be heard outside. Roaming mobs nearly 99% men are in the streets. Mistress Fanchon frowns, "I do not know what this is but I do not like it. Come, we shall go a different way".
She leads you back upstairs and onto the roof. From your vantage point now you can see the city is awash in chaos. Several fights, fires and many, many people are in the streets. The Doges' men are either in hiding or busy elsewhere as you see none despite their strong presence the last few months.
Mistress Fanchon's eyes go milky white, the scene before you begins to disappear a clouds from the sky begin to roll down towards the roofs of this building and those nearby. She turns to you, "Take my hand and be not afraid Childe".
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
Alla Vigna Inn - Vitaliano da Riva
Vitaliano stopped as he was getting close to the door as he heard his sire yelling down at him. A special guest of the Court? Who on earth would be showing up so late to join them right as votes were starting and the like.
He hoped this wasn't a ploy to give them a chance to be more unruly and bother the younger vampire. He sighed, let his hand fall from the door and made sure his attire was in proper shape before coming back up calmly. "If you have such important business...wouldn't it be more proper to announce such first before falling into such antics, honestly...." he said as he made it up the stairs and stared at them.
two can keep a secret...
The best shot of his life or unlife leaves his arm true and strong and strikes Simon straight through the chest and he sees him go rigid as a board, struck low. Cristiano speaks and Onfroi knows he has a second problem...
yes,lucky indeed
it seems what ever power he uses protects him still, how do you propose we get to him?
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
The Stronghold of the Teutons –
Lord Jurgen nods, "I shall send you a missive. Remember Sir Baldemar, if you can no longer stay, I have given you the route you must take". Lord Jurgen nods to his men who make their way while he and Christol head in a different direction.
As they vacate the courtyard Baldemar turns to you, "My friend, how have you found the city streets, as bad as this morning?"
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
Durga Syn’s Haven –
After a long walk through the twisting tunnels, you come out to an area where a few of the tunnels converge and the water runs loudly. Durga closes her eyes and you see the water shift. From beneath the depths a large snake, the largest you have ever seen rises. Its tongue flickers and it nods to Durga.
She turns to you and a stunned Adria, "We may pass now".
She leads you along another side tunnel where she pauses and close here eyes, nodding seemingly satisfied with something she leads you both out through a secret door. The opens under one of the bridges of the canal. A set of stairs next to the now closed "door" leads up to the streets. You hear the noise of the Mortals nearby but no so close that you can see any.
Looming before you both is an Inn, the Alla Vigna Inn. Durga moves towards the front door, "We have arrived, let us head in before more trouble finds us Fledglings".
Adria follows her close behind.
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
Alla Vigna Inn -
As Vitaliano steps away from the door ignoring the vacant looks of the Mortals who lounge about the place as Dominated "blood dolls", the door opens. In steps Durga Syn and the two Gangrel Fledglings that were introduce at Court the night before as part of the high drama, Adria Darkling and Luca Marano.
Luca, as you step in standing perhaps ten feet away his back half turned to you, is a Vampire you saw the night before at "Court" but whose name you did not receive.
The voice of Lutz calls down, "Vitaliano, why so serious!?"
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
Ca'Sagredo Hotel -
Veronica takes her hand.
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
Alla Vigna Inn - Vitaliano da Riva & Luca Marano
Vitaliano wheeled about and blinked a bit before caughting himself and becoming the proper host. "Ah, yes... Good evening Madam Syn, I see you've brought our recent high profiles. I believe I caught your names as Madam Darkling and Mister Marano correct. To what do we owe the pleasure of your company this evening?" he asked with curiosity.
He honestly wasn't expecting company at the hotel before the meeting at the Prince's safe haven. He would be mindful to chastise both of them for not preparing him for company. "Shall I fetch some wine? Or is this perhaps not as social of a visit?" he asked.
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
La Serenata Notturna –
Bassanio, Francois, and Violetta stand and clap, "Bravo, Bravo!"
Rafael is quiet, at first. He too then stands and approaches, "Truly, that was a masterpiece. Whatsoever happens tomorrow night Ranerius, I do believe you should have a part in the Salons of this city. I shall ifnorm the Prince".
There is a knock on the door and before you can open it your wife enters, "Lords, Ladies, so sorry to disturb you but we have a new guest that has arrived and he has asked to speak with one of you. He introduced himself as only Vykos". A shiver runs down her spine when she relays the name of the Tzimisce Elder as if instinctively she realizes he is a creature to be feared.
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
La Serenata Notturna –
Sadir's powers of Obfuscation are truly astonishing, this time, prepared for what is in the streets you and he move unseen and quickly arrive at the designated meeting spot with Vykos, La Serenata Notturna.
A guard at the door seems baffled by your sudden appearance and you can tell is currently questioning hos own sanity at your appearance from out of thin air. Unlike the Haven designated for you and those designated for other Cainites, this was not an Inn to which Sadir's "cargo" was delivered. It is an active Inn and Tavern and the Mortals here appear self possessed and aware of what is taking place around them. Sadir turns to you and whispers, "Be careful".
Up the stairs walks a female with great alacrity, her backside pleasant to behold until it disappears on the second floor. Seated at a table in the middle of the room, impeccably dressed and of course the most handsome man in the room is Myca Vykos. He motions for you both to sit, "An interesting start to the night yes?"
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
La Serenata Notturna –
Bassanio, Francois, and Violetta stand and clap, "Bravo, Bravo!"
Rafael is quiet, at first. He too then stands and approaches, "Truly, that was a masterpiece. Whatsoever happens tomorrow night Ranerius, I do believe you should have a part in the Salons of this city. I shall ifnorm the Prince".
There is a knock on the door and before you can open it your wife enters, "Lords, Ladies, so sorry to disturb you but we have a new guest that has arrived and he has asked to speak with one of you. He introduced himself as only Vykos". A shiver runs down her spine when she relays the name of the Tzimisce Elder as if instinctively she realizes he is a creature to be feared.
Ranerius basks in the glow of the praise for a moment, he would be lying to say it did not please him.
At Rafeal's comment, "Ah, were I to go to the Salons, which I would be honored to do, I would no doubt watch masters like my sire at work like a student eager to learn. But thank you for the thought, sir."
Then news comes of Vykos, and he nods to his wife, not just a yes to let Vykos in, but yes, be cautious for this one is dangerous, "Tell Signore Vykos I welcome him as a guest under my roof, for I know of his family's reputation as great respecters of hospitality." a thought, he may learn much being the one to deliver this and he SHOULD as he is the host, "Indeed. I shall say this to him myself." A look to his guests, "Pardon, gentlemen. It is not my nature to deny anyone who comes in good faith. I shall return shortly I am sure. Please, continue your own poetry readings until he is among us?"
And unless stopped, he goes to greet Vykos with just those words, "Master Vykos, your family's reputation for love and respect of hospitality is well known. I shall trust in it. How may I assist you?"
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
Nosferatu Warren –
I think first we should decide what we are going to do with him before we decide how we are going to get to him.
My Mentor and my Patron have led me to believe that by drinking the blood of my Sire, I can become more powerful, perhaps you're here for Politics, I bet ya are. But, maybe you're here for his blood too. The question is, which of us will his blood benefit more? Assuming of course, that that's the path we wish to go down"...
Simon's eyes look at you both softening, pleading as it were for mercy.
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
La Serenata Notturna –
As you take your leave Ranerius, the Elders and the Fledgling, but more the Elders with Bassanio listening attentively, begin to speak about Salons and the desire to bring one right here to Venice.
As you head down the stairs to greet Vykos you notice two other Cainites approach his table. Both members of the Clan Follower of Set, Sadir and his Childe, Michele Querini
Vykos looks up at you, keeping his voice low in shared Mortal company, "I have come here to threaten Signore' Sadir and his pup within a few inches of their unlives. I appreciate your hospitality good Renerius. For now I desire to be left alone with my old friend and whatever knowledge he deems fit to impart to me for he would be wise indeed not to further incur my wrath".
Sadir sits and motions to Michele to do so as well, he too keeps his voice to a whisper "By all means Vykos, I would be interested in what seems to be the trouble you are having with me... If your Mortals are dying it is because you are mistreating them they were all healthy when they arrived".
At that moment one of the Mortals at the bar turns and stares at Michele his mouth agape.
Michele, it is Gino, your cousin's friend, you remember, the one that rented your home to the Volkov's and their retainers...
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
Ca'Sagredo Hotel -
The moment you take her hand she launches both of you into the air and into the clouds that she has apparently summoned forth which move with her and you.
The clouds follow as you quite literally fly above the city, soon enough you feel the descent taking place, the clouds come low and you both land upon a roof. She turns to you, "With practice you too can accomplish such a feat my dear. Now, If I am not mistaken, this broken down roof has an entrance that will allow us to..."
Before she or you can take a step further, shadows on the roof begin to rise and envelop you both!
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
The Stronghold of the Teutons ... Baldemar turns to you, "My friend, how have you found the city streets, as bad as this morning?"
Geoffroi gives a Gallic shrug
"Things are still unsettled, but not as bad as they were prior. I believe that we could travel in relative safety as long as we hid any obvious siguls of allegiance and perhaps kept our cloaks wrapped tight as we went."
He looks at his friend
"I understand if the demands of your order make you unable to assist me. Do not feel obligated. I will continue on by myself if you are needed by your brothers."
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
La Serenata Notturna –
As you take your leave Ranerius, the Elders and the Fledgling, but more the Elders with Bassanio listening attentively, begin to speak about Salons and the desire to bring one right here to Venice.
As you head down the stairs to greet Vykos you notice two other Cainites approach his table. Both members of the Clan Follower of Set, Sadir and his Childe, Michele Querini
Vykos looks up at you, keeping his voice low in shared Mortal company, "I have come here to threaten Signore' Sadir and his pup within a few inches of their unlives. I appreciate your hospitality good Renerius. For now I desire to be left alone with my old friend and whatever knowledge he deems fit to impart to me for he would be wise indeed not to further incur my wrath".
Sadir sits and motions to Michele to do so as well, he too keeps his voice to a whisper "By all means Vykos, I would be interested in what seems to be the trouble you are having with me... If your Mortals are dying it is because you are mistreating them they were all healthy when they arrived".
** spoiler omitted **
At that moment one of the Mortals at the bar turns and stares at Michele his mouth agape.
Michele, it is Gino, your cousin's friend, you remember, the one that rented your home to the Volkov's and their retainers...
"Ah," He says softly in response, "I trust to your discretion around our regular clientle. Should you wish a private conference room, it can be arranged."
They must be careful lest they destroy the veil of secrecy at this place.
He nods to the setitites, "I trust all will well for you as well, gentlemen."
Troubled, he makes a note of the curious mortal, hoping the man did not overhear too much, "If none of you have need of attention, I shall leave you to your discussion of dramas and tragedies" As if they were discussing plays.
Venice by Night- Thursday March 27, 1309
The Blue Mongoose - [oocPiero de Luca[/ooc]
"A pleasure, Nicolo! To your health."
Piero inclines his head and takes a modest drink from his glass.
"To be frank, I am...not entirely sure myself. But I am newly come to this city, and it is in the time of greatest chaos that we may find the greatest opportunity. The aftermath of everything that has occurred will be felt for years to come, and those of us with the cunning to find a path through might find ourselves richly rewarded. I was told there was a man that I could meet, that might wish business with such an enterprising individual as myself. I thought that, despite the risk, I must meet with this person, because who does fortune favor if not the bold? The great become great by risking all, I say! So I suppose that I am here to see what I might gain by my boldness."
favor for the bold
Onfroi shakes his head saying already having you here complicates things as no one wants a witness to these actions. We shall not invite anyone else. As to the blood I am not immune to its lure or reward. You and I are now sworn to a brotherhood and secret that may never be known but to us. Your distraction allowed me another shot so we are both of us worthy. Flip a coin?
Venice by Night - Thursday March 27, 1309
Greetings Inn - by the Canal – Bagrat
+1 auto success from willpower
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
The Masoleum –
Lorenzo allows himself a small half-smile. "I do not know if I would call it a breakthrough, Yeti, but through your tutelage, I believe I have a firm grasp on the first step of the Path of the Cenotaph."
"A Touch of Death, I believe you called it?" Lorenzo asks, simply confirming his understanding more than anything. "Obviously, there is a great deal more for me to learn, and if nothing else, I have always been an eager student."
"As to a breakthrough with my other studies, sadly my efforts have been lacking as of late with all of this conclave business." With a small laugh he adds, "But I suppose time is a luxury that I have now."
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
Xing’s Hovel Haven – Xing Shi
Xing pushes the man's hand to the side as he nearly strikes her square in the face and then lashes out with a round house kick.
Venice by Night – Thursday March 27, 1309
La Serenata Notturna – Ranerius Banerius & Michele Querini
Michele will follow Sadir and take a seat. He will listen intently.
When he sees Gino I quickly turn to Sadir, Can their be a worse time. That mortal is my cousins friend. The one who rented my room out to Vykos and his crew.