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Post by redcoat on Jun 22, 2022 13:49:55 GMT -5
The Gentleman arched an eyebrow between Pheuse and Tobias. "So, you were planning on attacking Ket, then?"
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Post by §~Samwise~§ on Jun 22, 2022 13:52:35 GMT -5
((REACTION))
"Gods, no. My intent was to offer her to join us since we never told her that Brynna is currently locked up and in need of assistance." He looked to Tobias. "Whatever triggered him, I assume you might know more than I since I didn't hear a word."
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Post by vandalaria on Jun 22, 2022 14:05:09 GMT -5
For the second time, Porter found themself ordering drinks for the group. They glanced back at the table, memories of the first time they tried to do so and the absolute unmitigated disaster that occurred while they were away still immediate in their mind. Everyone was sitting -- that was a good sign. Relieved for the moment, Porter ordered everyone's drinks, as well as pizzelles and, in their standard fashion of going above and beyond, ordered a small selection of other baked goods suitable for nibbling while everyone talked. Nothing extravagant, but enough for the table to not appear empty.
They were atypically impatient to return as they waited for the drinks to be ready, keenly aware of each minute passing. Deep breathing, Porter recalled, was supposed to be relaxing. They didn't need to, of course; the act itself would have normally been pointless. Nonetheless, they decided to try it and see.
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Post by Ancelas on Jun 22, 2022 14:27:04 GMT -5
Tobias, still standing somewhat apart from the group, crossed his arms over his chest, meeting the gentleman's eyes briefly before turning away to see if anyone else was paying them any attention.
This is getting annoying. We don't need to advertise Brynna's whereabouts to everyone - not considering who's involved with this little escapade.
I'd be more sympathetic if you got us a muffin.
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Post by §~Samwise~§ on Jun 22, 2022 14:54:19 GMT -5
Pheuse felt that being open and forward was more likely to be helpful in this case. With a hand wave at his last comment vaguely in Tobias vicinity he spoke up. "I changed my name somewhat recently to Pheuse Litwick. No one would take me seriously otherwise."
"I'd introduce everyone else, but I find it best to allow them. Especially since none of them are strictly under my control." His purple eyes scanned across Tobias and then Neuksoye with a reassuring smile. He left an opening for them to introduce themselves if they felt inclined to do so.
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Post by resonance on Jun 22, 2022 15:34:10 GMT -5
Neuks grinned, "I'm Neuks, and this is Chev." She affectionately stroked Chev's back as the skele-deer turned his head to stare at the man with his green glowing eye sockets. "Yes, he is our friend, Chev, you can say hi." She smiled at the man, twirling a thin, rather messy braided length of hair between her fingers, adorned with an old gear on the end. Chev took a step closer towards the man, as if expecting a head pat. She added, "and Ket is my friend, I would not attack her."
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Post by redcoat on Jun 22, 2022 18:27:49 GMT -5
"Just making an assumption. The logic put forth was that you all thought I was Ket, and that was why your friend there threatened me." He shrugged, watching as several of them introduced themselves.
"Well met." He said, sitting back in his chair and looking them all over. "And yes- I was aware of Brynna's current legal trouble."
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Post by vandalaria on Jun 23, 2022 5:54:03 GMT -5
After a minute, Porter walked back to the table where everyone was seated. In their hands was a large plate laden with a small assortment of croissants, scones, pizzelles, and -- sure to cause another round of debate between Ellie and Tobias -- several small muffins. None were overly sweet, as befitted the time of day and the assortment of drinks requested. In their other hand was a small metal carrier with glass jars with jam and butter if desired.
"I took the liberty of ordering a bit of a snack to accompany refreshments," Porter said as they set the plate on the table within reach of everyone. "Which believe will be ready shortly. Hopefully everything is satisfactory." They stepped back with a glance back to the counter to gauge how far along drinks were, so they could step away unobtrusively when they were. Not knowing where everyone was in the conversation, they were otherwise quiet and waited to catch up.
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Post by Ancelas on Jun 23, 2022 6:10:11 GMT -5
Tobias remained aloof, but the arrival of the pastry snacks drew his gaze.
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With a sigh, he moved forward to pluck a muffin from the platter and nibble at it as he studied the gentleman.
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Post by §~Samwise~§ on Jun 23, 2022 6:41:42 GMT -5
Pheuse shook his head. "I apologize if my wording was off. Whatever triggered Tobias was something I am not aware of and I couldn't hear whatever he might have said to you."
As Porter returned he looked up. "Ah, thank you so much, Porter!" He took his tea and immediately took a sip. He slouched a bit at the perfect taste. With the cup still in his hands he cast his eyes over to Tobias. "Care to elaborate so we can properly make amends?"
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Post by Ancelas on Jun 23, 2022 7:08:47 GMT -5
((Reaction)) "...No."
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Post by resonance on Jun 23, 2022 7:25:14 GMT -5
"Thank you, Porter." Neuks took a croissant to nibble on as Pheuse continued to address the man.
She jumped in after Tobias's short response to Pheuse, directing her question to the man, "oh, what should we call you?"
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Post by redcoat on Jun 23, 2022 8:03:44 GMT -5
He frowned deeply and Neuk's question, as if debating whether or not to answer it. But, for better or worse, the charm kept it's hold on him.
"When I had friends, they called me Si. You can call me that, I suppose."
((Secondary saving throw against the charm effect- 6.))
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Post by §~Samwise~§ on Jun 23, 2022 8:06:35 GMT -5
((REACTION))
Pheuse grinned widely and leaned forward with interest"That is such a fantastic name! I almost had you pegged for a Dan or a Bob. But Si is is something I've not heard before."
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Post by vandalaria on Jun 23, 2022 16:02:53 GMT -5
"Ah, my sincere apologies, I'd presumed I'd missed introductions. I am Porter," they say in the way only a warforged can give both their title and profession at the same time. They bowed respectfully, making a quick guess that Si's rank would be somewhere in the vicinity of Ket's, before settling into a spare seat. Whatever they'd walked into was causing more tension again -- they considered against interjecting without knowing what was happening, so took a moment to study the man, recalling that Ket's ring could disguise her and unsure if he might be doing the same (Investigation 18 if it matters).
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