"We should join the others back downstairs." says Lily choosing to ignore the last few comments.
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Gaedren scratched his chin and nodded to Shaylee, " No No, you may be right, I feel that there might be some need for a punishment. I might have seemed to tame for such a thing. Miss Shaylee what would you prescribe.. truthfully? "
"Umm well I'm not good at the non fun kind of punishment. But uhhh, maybe, no sweets for the rest of the night?"
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" Hrmmm, Let us ask them. Mistress Avarice, Miss Lily, what would you deem a proper punishment? "
"I will receive no punishments as I am undeserving of any."
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"Uhhh, I can sleep on the floor tonight?"
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" ..... "
Gaedren was speechless for a moment at Avarice's attitude then smiling and shaking his head.
" If I did not know better I would assume Mistress Avarice didn't care for me at all. "
" Very well then I suppose you punishments will be Lily snuggling for the time that I was supposed to be tortured. Done. I rather less aggressive interaction for the moment. "
Hmph. Fine. I shall see you all later then." says Avarice as she makes for the stairs.
Shaylee waves to Lily and Gaedren both, "See you soon!"
Gaedren happily turns to Lily, " Now then, I believe we have some punishment to finish. This way there is... some scent on me at least. Much better than mutilation. I may not have been in working order after what you all had planned. "
After some time Gaedren and Lily rejoin the others in the common area of the Inn.
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" Now then, we still have quite some time until I feel we are able to venture out once more. A certain amount of preparation and equipment. I would also like to hear if there is anything of note you all may want to voice if needed. Requests, concerns, the like. "
Gaedren gave an understanding glance at each member of the exploration group.
"Lug is liking his new pants." he says proudly, striking a flexing pose.
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"You're wearing pants? I thought you just had some unfortunate accident happen while you were gone and I wasn't about to ask questions."
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"I'm glad I wasn't the only one!"
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"I don't think the state of your pants or lack thereof was what Gaedren had in mind dear Lug."
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Lug shrugs and continues to strike different poses.
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"Please stop. You were already unnerving at the best of times."
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"Oddly unattractive yet highly attractive woman should be pleased to look at Lug."
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Shaylee grabs Avarice's hand which had already found purchase on a handful of alchemist's fires.
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"Can we be serious for two minutes?"
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"Please."
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As everyone falls silent Hazel clears her throat, "Good. Let's talk about things that really matter."
"For instance" she begins while drawing her weapon, "look how f~@$ing cool this sword is!"
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"Damn it woman!" yells out Asteria throwing her hands up in exasperation.
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"What!? You wanna fight again!? You know I'll win!"
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"Using your magic is cheating." says Asteria.
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"Sounds like the excuses of a loser if you ask me."
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The group quickly devolves into a sword fight between Asteria and Hazel as Lug continues to pose, and Shaylee struggles to keep Avarice from setting people on fire as Lana, Lily and Vartigan bury their heads into the table.
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Gaedren chuckled, " If you all do not stop I will have to make you both do so. All jokes aside. At least everyone seems to be in a good mood. "
Despite Gaedren's protest Hazel and Asteria continue their battle until Hazel manages to land a kick at Asteria's mid section, however the swordswoman seems unfazed but uses the time to step back and sheathe her blade fluidly, her hand resting on the pommel.
To which Hazel immediately turns her back on Asteria.
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"Come now Asteria, you heard Gaedren we shouldn't be fighting right now."
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The look on Asteria's face is one of shock and outrage at being denied the use of her technique so underhandedly.
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Hazel doesn't need to see Asteria's face to crack a huge toothy grin, "As you were saying Gaedren?"
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Gaedren sighed his eyes being rubbed at the amount of effort some of his group required him to put forth for any real situation.
He made eye contact with Asteria, an understanding and knowing plea to let the dishonorable act drop before looking to Hazel.
" Good, I had said I would have to subdue you both. I am capable to do so as you should know. Hazel, you seem to have at least recognized not to push towards something unnecessarily. I will ask you do not aggravate fellow members for sport. As you and I have a time to settle interests. As you have noticed I have done with all those present. Where would you like our venture to be placed? "
"Hmmm, surprise me."
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Gaedren sighed and then smiled. " I seem to be doing that quite alot today, even to myself. Very well. "
He stood up walking towards the door.
" Follow me, we are going on an adventure. Something for the normally aggressive Miss Hazel. What a privilege. "
Gaedren thinks up the places which house great amounts of knowledge, martial prowess and arcane lore which might be at Nexus.
"Let's."
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" You enjoy blood arenas correct? There is valuable information about various fighting styles that can be gleamed from them. There is also the manner of your ascension in one way or form. That could be interesting. Or would you rather have a bite to each beforehand? "
"You took that whole ascension bit seriously did you?" Hazel laughs, "Ehh, maybe it's crossed my mind."
"You decide where to go."
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Gaedren nods slightly, " I always assume that which you say has some variation of truth unless otherwise stated. That is a level of trust I extend to all those in our group. We all have wishes that needed to be fulfilled by coming here. And while I feel your current form is exquisite enough, I did not question your motives. Let's off to the Blood Sports then. "
Gaedren places his arm out much like he did for Asteria and the ones before, as if escorting a lady.
Hazel notices Gaedren's hand and instead wraps it around her waist as they depart.
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Gaedren raises a brow but allows it out of apparent comfort to Hazel.
" You honor me. "
They away to the Entertainment District.