Astoria follows Celanna back into the chaos of the streets of the capital. "Do you know how long you'll be staying in Daedran?" She asks.
Being more careful this time around making her way through the streets, "Probably at least the night. My business east is........well, I just need to head east."
"I would like that!Thank you Kelda!" Lysithia says with a warm smile down at the seemingly slightly flustered dwarven girl. The druidess couldn't help noticing how her thoughtful green eyes reminded her if the forest canopy, something that immediately made her feel at ease.
"And yes, I'm one of The Druids, actually kind of a novice really but still...a full member." she says, a tuny hint of pride shining through in her tone.
Kelda can feel herself blush slightly, "Oh umm...well you're welcome. Do you come to the city often? I mean, I don't know that much about your order, or what you do...so, I was just wondering what it was like. Yeah, that's what I meant."
Pausing for a moment to catch her breath, and gather her thoughts she then says, "I actually ran into someone a little bit ago, before the ruckus. They're having some kind of problems in the village he lives in. I was going to meet him at a tavern later to hear about what's going on....would you, maybe like to go....with me that is?"
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"We essentially help yo maintain the environment of the Valley. Make sure game isn't overhunted, that no one town does so much logging that it harms the first, keep the rivers and lakes clean...things like that." Lysithia replies, adjusting her pace and stride to accommodate Kelda's.
"Helping people is really important to you isn't it? Of course, I'll come with you!"
Lysithia can't help but smile.
"I'm glad that there are people like you to make up for people like them." she says nodding in the direction the small mob had wandered off into.
"Eat where in particular?" Lup asks with a chuckle.
Astoria nods and chooses not to press the matter further. "I'll likely be here for awhile yet. My supplies were running thin and I should restock before moving on."
"We essentially help yo maintain the environment of the Valley. Make sure game isn't overhunted, that no one town does so much logging that it harms the first, keep the rivers and lakes clean...things like that." Lysithia replies, adjusting her pace and stride to accommodate Kelda's.
"Helping people is really important to you isn't it? Of course, I'll come with you!"
Lysithia can't help but smile.
"I'm glad that there are people like you to make up for people like them." she says nodding in the direction the small mob had wandered off into.
Kelda nods along as Lysithia explains what it is the Druids do in the Valley, "Wow, you guys do a lot sounds like. What you all do to preserve what we have here, plays a vital role in our survival on the whole. So, you must like helping people too." She responds, giving Lysithia a smile in return.
She furrows her brows slightly as she thinks about how things deteriorated along with Lewells health, "It's been difficult lately for sure. Especially with people using the recent events to brew discontent. I'm worried that someone might try to do something to usurp the leadership of this valley from his son. There are a lot of greedy people vying for a piece of our pie, so to speak. A lot of the good soldiers left when stuff started heading south, but I will not abandon my home. I'm a Warpriestess of Torag, and it is my duty to do my best to protect the people here."
Realizing that she'd been talking quiet a lot again, her cheeks blush az little darker, "Sorry, I sometimes get carried away. I'm just really passionate about some things I guess."
Celanna's stomach let out a growl. She looked about the crowd, "When do you think the food's served?"
The soldier cocks her head. "The feast...here."
She gestures at the tables that line the road. She just shakes her head. "Well, that's it. Thank you for your help, sir."
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The crowd's flow begins to change as Jerell Lewell, clad in mourning wear, emerges from the church gates. He is flanked by his wife, Emerita, and the vicar, Joachim. Jerell heads to the front of the governor's house and waits for everyone to gather before speaking.
Lup nods at the obvious reveal. "No problem, you take care now." he says to the soldier as he turns to wander off until the event.
The solemn intensity as the crowds gathers brings him back and he joins as the processions begins at the governor's house.
Astoria points to the gathering in front of the governor's house. "Probably after whatever is going on over there."
Realizing that she'd been talking quiet a lot again, her cheeks blush az little darker, "Sorry, I sometimes get carried away. I'm just really passionate about some things I guess."
"Passion is a good thing!" Lysithia says with a smile, "It's a sign of a big heart."
"Oh! It looks like they're starting to gather."
She nods, "Right, we'll just make our way up closer to the front, where my folks are."
Kelda carefully makes a way through the crowd for them, keeping Lysithia right behind her, until they are beside her folks. She keeps a hand on her hammer, ever ready for trouble. It was always better to be safe, than sorry.
"Thank you for coming," Jerell says, his voice beginning to take on the brassiness of age. "I know that these are dark days and our future is uncertain. Your presence here gives me hope that we have the courage to persevere. Only by coming together can we ensure our safety, our comfort and our way of life. The hardest thing I will ask of you is your trust that I shall be much like the man my father was."
He pauses as if trying to collect numerous thoughts. "Times are tough for most of you, but my father would ensure that you wouldn't go hungry. I have mustered enough to give you a decent feast in honor of my father, may it warm your stomachs as much as memories of my father warm your heart."
Jerell gives a polite bow before stepping back, clearly uncomfortable and disappointed in his speech. Several people emerge from the large tavern in the square, carrying trays of food. They begin to serve tables as people make their way to their seats.
Celanna made her way through the crowd, blazing a trail for Astoria, towards one of the tables. She listened to the speech and honestly wanted to believe the man. But words were cheap, actions would prove the man's metal.
She managed to find a chair for herself and Astoria, then pulled some plates. Looking at her companion, "Any preferences?"
Astoria looks over the feast offerings. "I'll try some stew plese." She answers politely.
Letting her parents go ahead of them she turns to Lysithia, "So, would you like to join us for the meal? Maybe we can talk a little more?"
"I'd be happy to!" Lysithia replies with a smile.
Giving Lysithia a shy smile of her own, Kelda leads her over to the table that her parents sit at with the two younger Dwarves that she saw them with earlier.
Kelda introduces Lysithia to her parents before sitting at the table with them, and waits for the food to be served.
After getting some stew for Astoria, Celanna grabbed herself some meat and vegetables. She wasn't sure why, but she couldn't quite stop thinking what was pulling her east.
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Kelda's parents give Lysithia a polite nod and Gavril turns to Kelda. "We are taking Harnan and Gelda back to Vorota tomorrow morning. Did you want to journey with us?"
Marina sighs. "The roads are dangerous lately, but Harnan and Gelda couldn't find a place to finish their apprenticeships."
Kelda's mother looks at her hopefully. "An extra pair of eyes and a good weapon would be very helpful on our trip."
Gavril chuckles. "Unless you've already found an adventure."
He glances at Lysithia and winks.
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After eating, most people begin to head for the gates and a handful head to Jerell's private table to offer their condolences.
Kelda's cheeks noticeably darken, "Da...please... Anyways, there is someone I need to speak to first. He approached me before the ceremony and begged for help for his village. He gave me a flyer he was about to put up on the town's board. I was supposed to meet him this evening to find out more. I'll let you know after we go speak to him. First I need to go speak to Jerell though."
Looking at her parents, "If we are able, we will go with you to take them back to Vorota."
Looking over at Lysithia she says, "I'm sorry, I don't mean to sound like I'm speaking for you. Is that okay with you?"
As she waits to see what her new companion thought about possibly helping them travel safely back home, she takes out the flyer he gave her and looks at it.
Catching Gavril's wink, the half-elf can't help smiling at the dwarf's humor. Besides which she was definitely intrigued, both with finding out more about what the man wanted, and getting to know Kelda better.
"It's alright, I am completely in agreement. If I can help, I'd be happy to." Lysithia answers, feeling an odd sense of excitement.
Astoria digs into her meal after offering a quiet thanks. Afterwards as the crowd begins to thin, the mage turn to her companion. "It seems things are begging to wrap up here, did you wish to offer any words to Jerell?."
Wiping some of the pieces of meat from her mouth, "That would be tha respectful thing to do. Suppose I'd best be looking for a place to stay tha night."
Astoria sighs in exasperation. "Thinking on it now, I probably should have secured my own lodging earlier. With today's events who knows how difficult it'll be to find a reasonable rate."
Finishing her plate and looked over where Jerell was sitting, "I'll be right back. I'm going to give my condolences to tha man. Unless you'd like to come with?"
"I'll come with you." Astoria answers after a moment of thought.
Catching Gavril's wink, the half-elf can't help smiling at the dwarf's humor. Besides which she was definitely intrigued, both with finding out more about what the man wanted, and getting to know Kelda better.
"It's alright, I am completely in agreement. If I can help, I'd be happy to." Lysithia answers, feeling an odd sense of excitement.
Giving a nod of her head and a smile at Lysithia she shows her the flyer that she got from the man she had met earlier, "We should probably start by looking at this. He gave it to me after asking for help. He also said that I would possibly need to find a few others to help me....with whatever is going on in his village. So, I'm really glad you're coming with me. We might want to see if we can find anyone else around here to help us as well. He seemed really upset, so whatever is going on there must be pretty bad." She finishes, before looking at the flyer hed had given her.
Celanna waited until Astoria was finished with her meal before picking up her dishes and handing them to one of the servers so they didn't have to reach over the other banquet goers. Afterward, she walked with the other Half-Elf to pay their respects.
Kelda unfolds the paper and sees that it is a job request:
Wanted: Adventurers!
Cooperton needs help against goblin raiders! Ask for Johan! 100 gold reward!
There is a crude map beneath the words that directs from Daedran to Cooperton.
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Jerell bows his head with respect as Celanna and Astoria approach. "Thank you for coming."
"No wonder he looked so worn out. He must have spent day and night trying to get to help as quickly as possible." Lysithia says looking at the note.
Getting a concerned look on her face, she nods, "Aye, and rather distraught as well. Goblins are bad news for sure, and Cooperton is on the way to Vorota, so we can travel with you as well." She says, giving her parents a nod of her head.
Folding the notice, she puts it in her bag as she stands, "Before we meet up with him, I need to speak with Jerell for just a moment. Would you like to come with me Lysithia?"
"Sure," Lysithia answers, almost instantly. "...I'd like to pay my respects in person."
Celanna bowed her head in return, "I'm deeply sorry for your loss. Your Da will be missed, but I have every confidence you will carry on his legacy with honor."
Giving her a smile, Kelda nods, "I'm sure he would appreciate that. Jerell can use all the support, and encouragement he can get right now."
As they approach his table, Kelda notices a couple of people ahead of them. She stops with Lysithia a little behindc them, in order to give them a chance to finish their conversation before approaching.
"I have very large shoes to fill," Jerell admits. "And many obstacles to overcome."
While the line of people to speak with Jerell dwindles, Lup notices several horse-drawn wagons parking in the square.
Watching the crowd dissipate Lup arches a brow at the peculiar sight as the wagons pull in. A bit late too late for the festivities, he thinks to himself as he approaches.
"Two rooms at the Weathered Saddle!" one of the drivers calls out.
"Six rooms at the Mystic Moon!" another shouts.
People start approaching the wagons as the drivers call out vacancies for the local inns.
A large group of people showing up after the ceremony is over? What say you Paranoia my constant friend?
"Any assistance I may be?" he offers to no one in particular.
Hearing someone offering vague assistance, Kelda shifts her attention to see who had spoken. Seeing the thin, and somewhat gangly looking human with graying hair, she decides to see what help he can offer, and to suggest getting a room.
Looking at Lysithia she motions towards the lengthy male, "Maybe he can help us, but we should get a room before they're all gone first. I hope this doesn't sound crazy, but if you wouldn't mind sharing a room, it would free one up from someone else."
She approaches the human, "I heard you offering help, and we might need some, but we had best secure a room first before they're all gone." Kelda suggest as she motions towards the carriages.
"Oh!" Lup says almost with a hope as he turn and faces the dwarf. Not recognizing her from the recent arrivals he decides to assist in her vague request nontheless, she had approached him so already this was more interesting then... whatever the recent surge of new arrivals were up to. Maybe.
"Of course, and quite-right, I'm Lup by the way."he offers with a slight bow.
Hearing someone offering vague assistance, Kelda shifts her attention to see who had spoken. Seeing the thin, and somewhat gangly looking human with graying hair, she decides to see what help he can offer, and to suggest getting a room.
Looking at Lysithia she motions towards the lengthy male, "Maybe he can help us, but we should get a room before they're all gone first. I hope this doesn't sound crazy, but if you wouldn't mind sharing a room, it would free one up from someone else."
She approaches the human, "I heard you offering help, and we might need some, but we had best secure a room first before they're all gone." Kelda suggest as she motions towards the carriages.
"Nice to meet you, Lup. I'm Lysithia and this is Kelda." the dark-skinned half-elf says, introducing herself and her companion.
"Pleased to meet you both, Miss Lysithia and Miss Kelda," the man says brightly as the little bit of awkward stoicness in a fist meeting started to ebb away.
Astoria bows with the others. "The valley seems to be in good hands. I believe the good people here can weather whatever storm may come."
Kelda blushes as she realizes she hadn't given her name, "Oh...sorry I didn't lead with an introduction, that was rude of me. Anyways, it's nice to meet you as well. Once we secure a room for the night, and I speak with Jerell, we are going to meet up with the man that gave me this flyer, so we can get an idea of what's been going on in Cooperton." She says in way of explanation as they head to the carriages. As they walk, she pulls out the flyer aboutg the goblin raiders, and hands it to Lup so he can look at it.