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Post by resonance on Aug 23, 2022 4:42:58 GMT -5
"Wow... Th-" was all Neuks got out before she fell off the stool, having leaned so far forward the legs remaining on the ground could no longer keep friction and slid out from behind her. She clambered up to kneeling on her knees, her arms crossed on the table. She grinned, embarassed, and fidgeted a moment (like a cat trying to act as if nothing happened after it rolled off a table). "That was amazing... you're both amazing."
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Post by redcoat on Aug 23, 2022 9:57:55 GMT -5
Anthony gave a deep nod. "Then we shall put together something in the parlor for dinner." He said, giving a curt nod to the parlor before turning his attention fully to Ellie.
"And I shall keep an eye out for your friend."
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Post by Ancelas on Aug 23, 2022 10:46:30 GMT -5
"I appreciate it, and the hospitality of your House." Ellie flashed another smile and turned to head back downstairs to rejoin the others.
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Post by vandalaria on Aug 24, 2022 10:33:12 GMT -5
The faceplate Pheuse attached to Porter gleamed golden in the light briefly as he adjusted it into place. Around the left eye and forming most of the bottom of the socket, deep and uneven lines of gold radiated outward across Porter's cheek in jagged streaks of varying thickness. The porcelain of Porter's face, perfect still on the right side, now showed every line of damage in beautiful filigree on the left. As Pheuse finished with the mounting bolts, and before Porter would be able to see, their left eye drifted towards him in a brief flicker of a glance before returning to its normal position. The right eye remained obediently in where it was.
"Of course, Master Pheuse. Vision appears..." They pause for a moment, looking about the room. "Normal. The haloing I'd mentioned seems to be corrected. Smell as well seems to be working normally, though I presume we may give that and taste a more complete test over dinner. I'm certain everyone would be eager to relax for a time." Porter sounded mostly like they didn't wish to cause any further fuss. Taking a mirror from amongst the tools on the table, they take a moment to examine their face, running their fingers over the repairs. "Thank you, as well, Master Pheuse. This work is exemplary."
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Post by §~Samwise~§ on Aug 24, 2022 11:37:54 GMT -5
Pheuse was startled by the sudden clatter and flop. He turned to see Neuks righting herself. The sudden compliment made him smile. He opened his mouth to speak, but Porter was already giving an operations update. Porter's final follow-up on top of Neuks response left his cheeks a little red.
"All the hardest work was done by others. I just did some cleaning and minor repairs." The normally confident Pheuse was now showing a dash of humility.
He worked to rearrange his tools and the broken pieces. He paused at the sensory mask and looked over the table edge to Neuks. "So ... it should be possible to mend this entire sensory mask with careful application of Mending. But depending on your skill some of the arcane paths might need to be re-engraved where they broke."
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Post by resonance on Aug 24, 2022 12:05:51 GMT -5
"Oh, I see! That must take a lot of practice. I would love to learn that sometime. Come see, Chev, Porter's face is even more beautiful now." The skele-deer stood and joined Neuks at her side, staring up at Porter, then turned to look at Neuks. "Would you like filigree like that one day?" She pet Chev's skull affectionately. "With Porter's face fixed, I should go see about finding the healers to speak to before it gets too late."
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Post by Ancelas on Aug 24, 2022 13:55:55 GMT -5
With her errand accomplished, Ellie went back downstairs to join the others. "Dinner will be in the parlor," she announced as she rejoined the others. "Everything is set for my sister as well. Huh... looking good, Porter. Face is looking fancy."
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Post by vandalaria on Aug 24, 2022 15:11:51 GMT -5
The sound of Ellie returning drew Porter away from the mirror again. They were looking at their face again, getting used to the changes to it. "Thank you, Mistress Ellie, but all credit goes to Master Pheuse." They set the mirror down on the workbench at last. "Master Pheuse, shall I clear the workbench? Perhaps we could all retire to the comfort of the parlor," Porter suggested. "Unless you wish me to accompany Mistress Neuks?"
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Post by §~Samwise~§ on Aug 24, 2022 15:44:20 GMT -5
Pheuse nodded. "Certainly, practice. And with those pieces you can certainly start that process." He rolled up the different tool rolls and placed them in their appropriate carrying container. All except the tools for tinkering which he held onto, but never used.
He looked up. "Food sounds good, but it would be good for some of us to be here for our next guest. But also would be good if Neuks had someone along to help her find her way back." He looked to Ellie for a short moment. "I think we all retire to the Parlor initially for a quick bite, and then you could accompany Neuks on her quest Porter."
He put the broken bits and into an empty shallow tray. "These are for you, Neuksoye. These pieces will provide at least some decent mending practice. And some of these parts could assist in improving Chev along the way." All the broken pieces were indeed items that could be repaired with mending. They were also all cleaned up. A genuine offer to aid Neuks in her practice and pieces that could certainly find use in Chev. ((For logistics in possible shenanigans: 2 sheared springs, 3 sheared barrel nut assemblies, 1 shattered piston style actuator in 3 pieces[2-inch tall piston], 1 sensory mask in 4 pieces))
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Post by resonance on Aug 25, 2022 4:47:05 GMT -5
"You're giving these to me...?" Neuks took the tray carefully and looked to Pheuse with a massive smile, "twice tak! I will practice with these as soon as I can." She picked each piece up individually to inspect it closer before placing them in pouch (likely full of other interesting bits she's found). "I don't want to trouble any of you, if you would rather stay in, I'm certain I can find my way back. Though I'd be happy for the company, especially as I don't know the customs of the healers here."
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Post by Ancelas on Aug 27, 2022 19:41:11 GMT -5
Ellie blinked, looking around. "Where's Neuks going?"
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Post by vandalaria on Aug 28, 2022 7:31:35 GMT -5
"Excellent, Master Pheuse." Porter clasps their hands together, standing as they do to begin the process of repacking the tools arrayed on the workbench. "Mistress Neuks, it is both my responsibility and my pleasure to help facilitate your interactions with House Jorasco. Please think nothing of it." They slide several of the finer probes into a soft leather case, wrapping them to protect against accidental scuffs that might cause burrs or bends along their length. They join an array of pliers, allen keys, and more esoteric tools in their appropriate cases.
"Ah, she was hoping to take the opportunity to speak with the healers of House Jorasco. I'm uncertain if there is an enclave in Flamekeep, but with luck perhaps she will find someone with the expertise to advise her." They glance over at Neuks, pausing there to invite her to fill in any details she wished.
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Post by §~Samwise~§ on Aug 28, 2022 8:19:58 GMT -5
Pheuse smiled and floated down into position standing atop an empty work stool. "And while you are out, I will wait with Ellie and possibly work on Si's clothing whenever they arrive."
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Post by resonance on Aug 28, 2022 8:25:33 GMT -5
"We didn't have time for me to stop by the healers' shops before we had to head back to Cannith House after the cafe," Neuks added. "But we probably won't be gone too long."
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Post by Ancelas on Aug 28, 2022 8:43:00 GMT -5
Ellie arched an eyebrow at Pheuse and then looked back at Neuks and Porter. "Oh, right. I'd be happy to help, but... things are happening fast. I hope you find something helpful - if not, maybe I can do some digging for you tomorrow."
Ahem.
"After I check on Brynna's current situation," Ellie added without breaking stride.
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