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August 3, 2012, 6:30 System Time Log by Sami

Intro

7 players.

Elf [    Ra:30 Ma:30    ] Mutex Hunt
Hum [ Bard:  21  20  18 ] Samiyah bint Rasul votes, "NO for Villon!!"
Sah [ Wa:30 Th:30 Cl:30 ] Ink: Triat Initiate
Elf [ Th:27 Wa:30 Ma:30 ] Gala, the vampiric SOJA
Hum [ Ra:15 Tg: 9 Sh:15 ] Eko Sadiq, AKA Mr. B. Johnson (LOST)
Elf [ Bard:  30  30  29 ] Aoide Mathwin, Triat Initiate. [HUNT]
Hel [      Socrates     ] Cresom Deme, I have found true Wisdom.

A Sparkling Spring
[Exits: east]
You are on the western edge of the Lake of the Wood Nymphs. The clear blue
water nudges up to the face of a small cliff to the west. Sparkling pure
water flows from a spring halfway up the face, creating a natural shower.
Several large half-submerged boulders provide rough seating or lounging
places near the babbling water. The lake continues to the east.
The sky is cloudy and a cold northern gust blows.
The spring makes a soothing sound as it spills into the lake.
A thief is here, relaxing in his childhood hideout.
(Light Blue Aura) A stunningly beautiful nymph is here.
(Light Blue Aura) A stunningly beautiful nymph is here.


A thief glances behind you, as if he was expecting someone else.
A thief leads a charmed life.
A thief is in perfect health.

You tell Aoide (in common), '*smile* Hello, Sayyida Aoide'.

Aoide tells you (in common), 'Greetings, Samiyah'.

Aoide tells you (in common), 'are you anxious for tonight?'.

Ink arrives from the east.

You tell Aoide (in common), 'I am.'.

Ink smiles at you.
Ink bows before you.

You say (in common), 'Hello, Sahib Ink.'.

You hear a distinct pop as Aoide's portal closes up.

You say (in common), 'I was just having a chat with Villon.'.

Aoide rests.

You say (in common), 'well.'.

Aoide raises an eyebrow.
Aoide says (in common), 'oh?'.

Ink smiles at you.

You say (in common), 'I was talking.'.

You say (in common), 'He wasn't talking very much.'.

Ink beams a smile at a thief.
A thief looks around, startled.

Ink says, 'Aaaaaughibbrgubugbugrguburgle!'.
Ink coughs.
Ink gargles a bit of salt water and tries again.
Ink utters the words, 'haiojzg'.

Aoide looks at a thief.

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Villon has asked for a few more minutes to gather his thoughts'.

Ink nods in recognition to a thief.
Someone gives a ball of bright red light to Ink.
You hear a distinct pop as Gala's portal closes up.

Ink rests.

Samiyah got pulled afk by Someone.

You say (in common), 'Ink, would you be willing to make some mushrooms?'.

Ink stands up.

Ink utters the words, 'qcandusahz yaae'.
A Magic Mushroom suddenly appears.

Ink utters the words, 'qcandusahz yaae'.
A Magic Mushroom suddenly appears.

Ink utters the words, 'qcandusahz yaae'.
A Magic Mushroom suddenly appears.

Ink utters the words, 'qcandusahz yaae'.
A Magic Mushroom suddenly appears.


Villon bows.

Ink bows before a thief.
Ink beams a smile at a thief.

A thief looks around, startled.

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Shhhh, calm down, friend'.
Ink says (in sahuagin), 'It's just me'.

Villon says, 'Sorry, I am just nervous.'

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Villon, the adventurers have taken your task very seriously'.
Ink says (in sahuagin), 'They hope to impress you with their works tonight'.

Villon says, 'I appreciate your assistance in bringing these folks here to me today.'

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'We have all come to give you ideas which you can use to win back your true love'.

Villon nods slowly.

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Are you ready to select your favorite?'.

Villon says, 'I am friend.'

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Perhaps you should hear them first :P'.

Gala's Haiku

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Let us begin with Gala'.

Ink takes a seat in the corner.
Ink rests.

Cresom gossips (in common), 'stupid shaman'.

Villon rests beside the spring and looks to Gala.

Ink sits down and thinks deeply.

Gala says (in common), 'alright Villon, I decided to go with a Haiku for your poem. Something simple that'.
Gala says (in common), 'shows how you feel, and she will know is from the heart.'.
Gala says (in common), 'AHEM'.

Gala says (in common), 'I once felt time stop.'.
Gala says (in common), 'It lasted but a moment.'.
Gala says (in common), 'From then I was yours.'.

Ink shows his approval by clapping his hands together.
Ink shows his approval by clapping his hands together.

Samiyah lets out a soft 'awwwwwww'

Someone shows her approval by clapping her hands together.

Aoide gives a round of applause.

You clap your hands together.

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Well done, Gala!'.

Gala gets a gold watch from an egg casing.

Villon says, 'Touching, very much so.'

Gala says (in common), 'and here is the gift, used to symbolize the eternal bond you share with her'.
Gala gives a gold watch to Ink.

Villon eyes the watch.

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'I will hold it for you, friend :)'.

Someone nods.

Gala bows deeply.

Ink puts a gold watch in bag made from stray dog hide.

Villon nods and says, 'Thank you friend.'

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Thank you Gala!'.

Gala says (in common), 'thank you sir. And now I must depart for now to see the woman in my life. Good luck!'.
Gala bows deeply.
Gala waves happily.

You wave goodbye to Gala.

Aoide says (in common), 'way to rub it in'.
Aoide waves happily.

Gala grins evilly.

Villon says, 'Take care Gala, and thank you.'

Gala waves happily.
Gala leaves east.

Aoide's Entry


Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Our next participant, although unable to *actually* participate... could not turn down a chance for helping those in love'.

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Unfortunately she is forbidden to help as well'.

Villon says, 'Why is that?'

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'So instead, I ask you, friend, to sit back and just listen to a tale'.
Ink says (in sahuagin), 'A hypothetical work'.

Aoide says (in common), 'I have sworn my forseeable future to my faith, Villon'.

Villon says, 'I of course shall listen. Time was spent to create such a tell.'

Aoide says (in common), 'and as such, have forsaken what brings me joy.'.

Aoide says (in common), 'But am bid aid Ink in his task, and so I am here.'.

Villon says, 'That saddens me, I hope one day you may find that joy and are able to embrace it.'

Aoide says (in common), 'unable to help you but required to help him'.
Aoide says (in common), 'so please, consider my thoughts as an alternate idea'.
Aoide says (in common), 'though I hope you never have *another* need to win back her love.'.

Ink grins evilly at Aoide.

Samiyah's brows draw together in a scowl of concern.

Villon nods slowly, 'It is my hope if I do regain her love, I never lose her.'

Aoide says (in common), 'Eiren:'.
Aoide says (in common), '"He'll have to do better than that," they all said'.
Aoide says (in common), 'One by one as they came from your side, where I wished I was instead.'.
Aoide says (in common), 'For days, I wrestled with what to say to change your mind. But what would you believe from the'.
Aoide says (in common), 'mouth of a thief?'.
Aoide says (in common), 'Would you believe that any gift had been rightfully won?'.
Aoide says (in common), 'or would you always wonder what had been stolen? '.
Aoide says (in common), 'It was then that I realized I can never change. Even if I did, you would always wonder if I had gone back to my thieving ways. '.
Aoide says (in common), 'Dejected, I listened to Ink prattle on about how youd surely be won over by the smooth words and shiny gifts the adventurers would bring.'.
Aoide says (in common), 'Perhaps so, but would that been any less fake than my original sin?'.
Aoide says (in common), 'And then I realized his mistake. '.

Villon nods his head slowly in agreement, tears welling, but not falling.

Aoide says (in common), 'Ink assumed that as a woman, you would overlook my faults if the gift were large enough. '.
Aoide says (in common), 'And that is where the plan began. It was just a little wiggle in the back of my mind for days. Finally, it took shape. '.
Aoide says (in common), 'Your first reaction will be to recoil and run again, but hear me out.'.
Aoide says (in common), 'What I propose comes from the sincerest desire: to never again be without you. '.
Aoide says (in common), 'Instead of me giving up thieving, what if you joined me? '.
Aoide says (in common), 'I will let you choose the targets. Do you wish to avenge your people and steal from the dwarves? Rob the royalty and give their riches to the impoverishe'.
Aoide says (in common), 'impoverished*?'.
Aoide says (in common), 'No one will suspect a little elven maid.'.
Aoide says (in common), 'While they are watching me, and they surely will with my reputation, you can sneak in and steal the goods.'.
Aoide says (in common), 'It might be unconventional, but here are my gifts: your first set of black thief clothing...'.
Aoide says (in common), 'a black tunic, black gloves, and a silk headwrap to hide your fair hair.'.
Aoide says (in common), 'Please, give it a thought.'.
Aoide says (in common), 'Come with me and we will earn fame and fortune together. My dear one, we will be the best duo the realm has ever seen.'.
Aoide says (in common), 'Surely, you can feel the thrill of the challenge?'.
Aoide gives a saddlebag to Ink.

Villon grins, a single tear falling.

Ink beams a smile at Aoide.
Ink bows before Aoide.

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Fascinating.'.

Villon says, 'Thank you Aoide. I will remember your words.'

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'I like the way you think, bard.'.

Aoide says (in common), 'I thought you might.'.

Samiyah's Entry

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Now we shall hear from Samiyah'.
Ink smiles at you.

Ink says, 'Aaaaaughibbrgubugbugrguburgle!'.
Ink coughs.
Ink gargles a bit of salt water and tries again.
Ink utters the words, 'haiojzg'.

Samiyah bites her lip.

Aoide looks expectantly at Samiyah.

Villon nods to Samiyah.

Samiyah looks over at the thief, her gaze intent over her veil.
Samiyah says firmly, 'I must ask you something, first.'
Samiyah demands to know, 'Do you TRULY love her? Because.. well.. I wrote the letter, but..'

Ink sits down and thinks deeply.

Samiyah says, 'I will not share it with you, if this is a lark or a falseness on your part!'

Ink gasps in astonishment.
Ink says (in sahuagin), 'As long as we get the key, Sami'.

Samiyah says firmly, 'I do not care about the key. I care about her heart.'

Villon says, 'Samiyah...the words I have...none of them can explain my love...'

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'I don't see what his intentions are as a relevant issue'.

Aoide scolds Ink.

Villon continues, 'No action can show it...'

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'THE KEY! I must know whats in the chest'.

Samiyah says firmly, 'Villon, you must swear your intentions are honorable...'
Samiyah asks, 'Do you so swear?'

Aoide says (in common), 'Shush! Let's hear what Villon has to say...we all know what YOU think.'.

Villon ignores Ink and continues, 'I swear to you Samiyah, in whatever form you wish...'

Samiyah nods slowly.

Ink rolls his eyes.
Ink sits grumpily in the corner.

You say (in common), 'Very well.'.

You stop using a small druidwood shield.

You get a small black book from an egg casing.

Cresom gossips (in common), 'oh how i wish ink would let me into the circle of well what ever the hell he is doing i am bored '.

You hold a small black book in your hands.

Samiyah opens a small black book and glances again at Villon over its pages.

Samiyah reads, 'Dearest Eiren:'.
Samiyah reads, 'I admit it - I'm not always a good man. '.

Samiyah glares at Villon once more, then continues.

Samiyah reads, 'I have cheated at games of chance, I have stolen, I have poached the King's deer, '.
Samiyah reads, 'I have lied. . . But I have not ever spoken false about how I feel about you. '.
Samiyah reads, 'Like any man, my pride was hurt when you ran. '.
Samiyah reads, 'I did not follow. I should have. I have wandered since that day, always trying to find my way home -'.

Samiyah's voice softens, and you can almost hear the wistful longing in her voice, that someone might hold such thoughts.

Samiyah reads, '- but home is not a place anymore -- it is carried within you. '.
Samiyah reads, 'You have filled my days, always in the back of my mind, and filled my nights, haunting my dreams. '.
Samiyah reads, 'Without you, I am restless, seeking distraction and danger. '.

Samiyah reads, 'When we courted, I gave you a gift. Perhaps you still have it? '.
Samiyah reads, '(If so, I can only take that as a good sign!) '.
Samiyah reads, 'It was a key to a fabled treasure - because that is what you were to me. '.
Samiyah reads, 'A treasure I hoped to keep safe always. More precious than any gem I have stolen or any purse I have cut. '.
Samiyah reads, 'Yes, I know - you don't like what I do. But I'm not a bad man, I just do bad things sometimes. '.

The bard again glances at Villon over the pages of the book as she reads, her voice tinged with admonishment.

Samiyah reads, 'Perhaps with your fine example, I can do better...? '.
Samiyah reads, 'No, you're right, I probably won't walk the path of goodness, but won't you have fun trying to set me on it?'.
Samiyah reads, 'I thought long and hard on what gift I could give, that would show you my heart. '.
Samiyah reads, 'Trinkets and baubles and valuables, you might think I had stolen. '.
Samiyah reads, 'Magic - well, your people do that far better than any mortal man. '.
Samiyah reads, 'I settled on something simple: the seeds within this apple. '.

Samiyah holds aloft an apple, crimson and ripe.

Samiyah reads, 'You have no orchards of apples in your home village '.
Samiyah reads, '- I know, I wandered through the town late one night, wanting to learn this place that is so precious to you '.
Samiyah reads, 'and see if there was room for me in it - but your people do love growing things. '.

Samiyah's voice softens once more as she continues.

Samiyah reads, 'Theres a spot where one of the big trees fell that would make a good spot for a house and a garden '.
Samiyah reads, 'and an apple tree or two. That is, if you dont mind living on the ground instead of high in the air. '.
Samiyah reads, 'Perhaps the seeds of this apple can grow into something new in your world '.
Samiyah reads, 'and as they grow, the trees could be a reminder of my love and willingness to grow with you.'.

Samiyah's voice is quiet. Pleading.

Samiyah reads, 'Give me another chance.'.
Samiyah reads, 'Yours,'.
Samiyah reads, ' Villon'.

Samiyah closes the book and looks over at the thief, then tosses him the apple.

Ink's jaw drops to the floor.

Aoide says (in common), 'That was beautiful, Sami.'.

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'wow.'.

Villon nods to Samiyah.

Ink quietly mops up his puddle in attempts to conceal his tracks.
Ink utters the words, 'sagg xa hgruqz'.
Ink seems to walk lighter.
Ink whispers, 'Shhhhhh'.

Aoide says (in common), 'I would..any woman would love such a promise'.

Samiyah closes the book and tucks it away.

You stop using a small black book.
You put a small black book in an egg casing.
You wear a small druidwood shield as a shield.

You give an apple to Ink.

Ink puts an apple in a saddlebag.

Villon says quietly, 'Thank you Samiyah. I know...that may have been difficult.'

Samiyah nods slowly.

Villon says, 'Thank you.'

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'And your last option, Villon...'.

Villon arches a brow at Ink.

Lexie's Entry


Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Lexie has written a letter for you as well'.

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'She was unable to be here for it, so I have demanded that the bard perform it in her place'.

Aoide raises an eyebrow.

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Since, after all, it is a bards duty to perform'.

Aoide says (in common), 'First: there are two bards.'.

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'on command.'.

Aoide says (in common), 'Second: you demanded nothing.'.

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Shhhh'.

Aoide turns her back on Ink and addresses Villon.

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'When we speak to others, we pretend I am in charge of things'.

Villon say, 'Ink...perhaps you've not listened to the words that have been said.'

Samiyah stiffles a giggle.

Aoide says (in common), 'Lexie has fallen ill. She sends this letter and asks you to consider her words.'.

Villon turns to Aoide.
Villon nods, 'Please then, continue.'

Aoide says (in common), 'My Beloved Eiren,'.
Aoide says (in common), 'I have come to see you many a time, and each time, lost the courage'.
Aoide says (in common), 'to meet you face to face. I know I have greatly disappointed you, and'.
Aoide says (in common), 'I am truly, deeply sorry.'.
Aoide says (in common), '(These are my words, thief. You may notice a theme. Ink should pick up on it too.('.
Aoide coughs on Ink.
Aoide says (in common), 'Each day that passes where I cannot gaze into'.
Aoide says (in common), 'your eyes, or run my hand upon your rosy cheek, is a torture I both'.

Ink scratches his head in confuse...ment?

Aoide says (in common), 'loathe and embrace as a punishment for how I have hurt you.'.
Aoide says (in common), 'I hope you can someday forgive me.'.
Aoide says (in common), 'It was only out of fear that I sent those explorers to find you and did not meet you myself. '.
Aoide says (in common), 'They did a very poor job, I hear, of conveying my words to you. Only to be expected as it is only'.
Aoide says (in common), 'right that you hear from me, and me alone. I was confident the Bards, Gheorghe'.
Aoide says (in common), 'and Samiyah, would do a beautiful job in sending my message to you. I had my'.

Samiyah blushes, and checks the position of her veil, to ensure it is modestly in place.

Aoide says (in common), 'concerns with that hound fellow, Sagan, is it? And ugh, that last girl, Lexie ...'.

Samiyah scuffs her foot on the floor, remembering her initial words.

Aoide says (in common), 'I just *knew* she would mess it up, but I felt that if you heard from so many, you would'.
Aoide says (in common), 'know how sincere I am. Please accept this gift as a modest token of my undying '.
Aoide says (in common), 'love for you.'.
Aoide says (in common), 'Eternally yours,'.
Aoide says (in common), 'Villon'.

Aoide says (in common), 'Her gift comes from your former home: the mystic wood'.

Villon grins slowly and nods.

Aoide says (in common), 'she would have you give her an antique music box'.
Aoide nods.

Villon says, 'Ink, my friend? That was the last?'

Ink nods.

Villon says, 'I need to think for a moment...will you excuse me?'

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Thank you, explorers'.

Ink nods in recognition to a thief.
A thief looks around, startled.

A Sparkling Spring
[Exits: east]
You are on the western edge of the Lake of the Wood Nymphs. The clear blue
water nudges up to the face of a small cliff to the west. Sparkling pure
water flows from a spring halfway up the face, creating a natural shower.
Several large half-submerged boulders provide rough seating or lounging
places near the babbling water. The lake continues to the east.
The sky is cloudy and a warm southerly breeze blows.
( 2) A delicious magic mushroom is here.
The spring makes a soothing sound as it spills into the lake.
(Invis) (Hide) (Light Red Aura) Aoide is here.
(Invis) (Light Red Aura) Ink is here.
A thief is here, relaxing in his childhood hideout.
(Light Blue Aura) A stunningly beautiful nymph is here.
(Light Blue Aura) A stunningly beautiful nymph is here.

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Don't be quite to jittery, Villon!'.

You say (in common), 'get mushroom'.
You say (in common), 'get mushroom'.
Samiyah blushes, and checks the position of her veil, to ensure it is modestly in place.

You get a Magic Mushroom.
You get a Magic Mushroom.

Villon coughs, 'I'm sorry, it is well...a chance to get my Eiren...'

Aoide nods in recognition to a thief.

The Decision!

Villon nods to Ink, 'I've made my decision my friend.'

You eat a Magic Mushroom.

Ink nods.
Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Very well'.

Ink quietly mops up his puddle in attempts to conceal his tracks.
Ink utters the words, 'sagg xa hgruqz'.
Ink seems to walk lighter.
Ink whispers, 'Shhhhhh'.

Ink utters the words, 'abrazak'.

Villon says, 'All of the words from every adventurer had something unique, something I believe would touch my Eiren.'
Villon says, 'But one, one of those I believe contained the words I wish to convey to her.'
Villon holds the apple before him, 'Samiyah...I believe your words struck true.'

Ink is so excited that he cheers just for the hell of it.
Ink cheers you on, confident that you will win.
Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Well done, Samiyah!'.

Aoide gives a round of applause.
Aoide says (in common), 'A fine choice, Villon'.
Aoide says (in common), 'if anything will win her back, it will be that sincerity'.

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'And as a gift for your work'.

Samiyah looks grave and nods.

Ink gets a laurel wreath from bag made from stray dog hide.
Ink gives you a laurel wreath.

You blink.

Villon says, 'Thank you Aoide, but Samiyah's the one that deserves the praise.'

>examine wreath
This delicate wreath designates the wearer as a master poet.
If this item were destroyed, don't expect it to re-appear.

Samiyah holds the delicate wreath in her hands, examining it closely.

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Laurel wreaths have long been awarded to poets and authors of exception skill'.
Ink says (in sahuagin), 'exceptional*'.

You wear a laurel wreath around your neck.

Villon nods.

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'For tonights performance that is an understatement'.
Ink bows before you.

Samiyah blushes, and checks the position of her veil, to ensure it is modestly in place.
Samiyah says quietly, 'Thank you. I was.. I was torn.'

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Wear it with pride!'.

Aoide says (in common), 'I know, especially with your heritage, it was a hard choice'.
Aoide says (in common), 'but as a bard, you are often the voice of the voiceless'.
Aoide says (in common), 'or put in finer words what others would say poorly'.
Aoide says (in common), 'you have done your class--and yourself--proud, Sami'.

Ink cheers you on, confident that you will win.

Villon says, 'Aoide, I agree.'

Samiyah curtseys deeply before Aoide, still biting her lip, holding back a spill of words she daren't speak.

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Villon, we will leave to give you time to gather your thoughts and present your gift to your love'.
Ink says (in sahuagin), 'But first'.

Villon says, 'Yes?'

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'I'd like to invite you all to a dinner tomorrow evening'.
Ink says (in sahuagin), 'In celebration of this great day'.

Villon nods.

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Will you be able to make it, Villon?'.

Villon says, 'I shall be there my friend.'

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'And perhaps bring Eiren'.
Ink coughs.

Villon says, 'I hope the adventurers will be able to make it as well.'

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'apologize...'.
Ink says (in sahuagin), 'to her...'.
Ink says (in sahuagin), 'for my, errr, lack of romance'.

Villon says, 'I hope Eiren...will be there.'

You frown at what Ink did.

Ink quietly mops up his puddle in attempts to conceal his tracks.
Ink utters the words, 'sagg xa hgruqz'.
Ink whispers, 'Shhhhhh'.

Aoide says (in common), 'perhaps you should just avoid Eiren completely, Ink'.

Samiyah nods firmly in agreement with Aoide.

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'Perhaps you should learn to speak when you are spoken to'.

Samiyah covers her mouth with one hand as she gasps in surprise.

Aoide slaps Ink across the face, leaving a red handprint.

Ink says (in sahuagin), 'I'm sorry'.
Ink says (in sahuagin), 'ouch'.

Aoide says (in common), 'say it again and you will be without help tomorrow night'.

Villon says, 'Friend. Please. Be kind to these women.'

Aoide says (in common), 'and I'd like to see you run a dinner alone'.

Samiyah wrinkles her brow in thought.

DarkClaw hands you a new mop. "That one has GOT to be falling apart by now!"

Ink coughs.

You say (in common), 'there would be tadpoles and raw fish heads, I think.'.
You say (in common), 'on a bed of seaweed and leeches.'.

Ink coughs.

Aoide wrinkles her nose in disgust.

Villon raises an eyebrow.

Ink runs away before the women hurt him.

Aoide says (in common), 'good call, Ink'.
Aoide says (in common), 'off with you'.

Villon says, 'Is that the menu?'

Ink thanks a thief heartily.
A thief looks around, startled.

Ink leaves east.

Aoide rolls her eyes.
Aoide says (in common), 'He hasn't learned what my father called quitting sense'.
Aoide says (in common), '(the sense to know when to quit)'.

Villon says, 'Let me apologize for my friend.'

Aoide says (in common), 'good luck with Eiren'.
Aoide says (in common), 'I look forward to seeing you both tomorrow.'.
Aoide curtseys gracefully.

Aoide makes a complicated-looking gesture.
The air shimmers as Aoide creates a portal here.

Villon nods, 'Thank you ladies. I appreciate your help, and honesty.'

Samiyah nods, the movement causing her veil-charms to chime.

You say (in common), 'good night, Villon.'.

Villon says, 'Good night.'

(The End!)