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Posted by Quintius on June 29, 2000 at 19:44:51:

In Reply to: The Beginnings of War posted by Imbrogno on June 29, 2000 at 19:17:25:

> Quintius nods.

> Hifflio says 'could you have found a room with not as many inhabitant?'
>
> Quintius says 'They will be silent, I am certain.'

> Hifflio says 'this will do fine.'
>
> Quintius nods.
>
> Hifflio draws back his scale covered hood, revealing reptilian features and a slightly elongated head.
>
> You say 'It might be well that the White Tower knows of our plans. Perhaps the Aes Sedai will join in our battle.'

> Quintius sets up a small table with three chairs and takes a seat.
>
> Quintius chuckles politely.
>
> Hifflio rests his body upon the wash basin, sitting comfortably his elongated body.
>
> Imbrogno pulls the table closer to the wall and leans up against the wall.
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> Quintius says 'Right. There is no point in stating why we are assembled here.'
>
> Imbrogno strokes one of his horns and grins.

> Hifflio notices the arrangement of chairs, moves from the basin to the chair, and sits down.

> Quintius says 'It is obviously in both of our best interests that the Village burn.'

> Quintius says 'I know you do not desire violence as we, but it has come to that. We have little choice, due to their current power.'
>
> Hifflio strokes his elongated chin slowly, contemplating the words sent before him.
>
> Quintius says 'What I propose is this.'
>
> Hifflio bears his yellow eyes upon you, listening.
>
> Quintius says 'My arbiters will not kill your Masters and the reverse for your Tower.'
>
> Quintius says 'When we raid for the head, we give it to whomever can defend it best, weather arbiter, master or Imperial.'

> Quintius chuckles with insight.
>
> You say 'Best to keep them off balance.'
>
> Hifflio says 'Indeed, a sound idea.'
>
> Quintius says 'You know, it would be a shame if we took it, gave it to the Imperials, and we had to flag them all for attacking our Halls, assuming it is there.'
>
> You say 'Not storing it in the same place too often...we've...plans for ragers who try out stern guard mistakenly.'
>
> Quintius chuckles at your joke.
>
> Quintius says 'Exactly.'
>
> Hifflio flares his eyes slightly, then narrows them.
>
> Hifflio says 'a quite good idea.'
>
> Imbrogno twirls his axe in his demonic-looking left hand and chuckles to himself.

> Quintius says 'Also, do you have a record-keeper?'

> Hifflio says 'we do.'
>
> Quintius looks at Hifflio.
>
> Quintius nods.
>
> Quintius says 'I realize you may be lothe to share hard-earned knowledge, but we should both work on the Codex Barbarus, as I have suggested.'
>
> Quintius says 'It is, after all, in your best interests if we fight Ragers.'
>
> Quintius smiles happily.
>
> Hifflio says 'Both of our groups have been under serious attack as of late, so I do not wish this to turn into a problematic situation.'
>
> Quintius nods.
>
> Quintius says 'Do you find this acceptable?'

> Hifflio says 'to maintain what you have spoken, the Hall should not travel with villagers even when they are not wanted.'
>
> Imbrogno stifles a laugh.
>
> Quintius nods.
>
> Quintius chuckles politely.

> Hifflio says 'for the Tower exacts revenge on those who fight the Tower, and I do not wish those of your Hall being in the way when that takes place.'
>
> Hifflio growls.
>
> You say 'I don't think you need worry about that.'
>
> Quintius says 'Um...we have not done so for years..'
>
> -------Ioanis raids, and dies.

> Quintius re-seats himself.
>
> You eat a live chicken.

> You eat a live chicken.

> Imbrogno retakes his seat and chuckles.
>
> You say 'That rager might find himself a spirit of honor at the wake.

> Hifflio wipes some burnt flesh from his robes, snickering slightly at it.
>
> Quintius says 'Now then, we do not group with them and shall not, especially since we are at war. To do so, would be paramount to aiding a baron and will demand immediate dismissal.'

> Hifflio returns to the seat before him, and lowers his elongated body into it.
>
> Hifflio says 'Indeed, I have a further suggestion for you.'
>
> Quintius says 'Hifflio, would you be willing to have your Record-Keeper give us what we need to know?'
>
> Hifflio says 'Those of the Tower who wish to may wish to assist within your jurisdiction.'
>
> Quintius says 'Yes, go on.'
>
> Hifflio says 'I will make the required arrangements on the records.'
>
> Quintius leans back and folds his arms.
>
> You say 'They must be lawful of course.'
>
> Quintius says 'Inside the city, that is.'
>
> You say 'Or do you mean help our stern guard?'
>
> Quintius sits down and thinks deeply.
>
> Quintius shakes his head.
>
> Hifflio says 'Indeed, and that you will not waver on, for none of the Tower is chaotic in nature, and most have never committed a crime.'
>
> Quintius says 'No, Law #4 is plain.'

> You say 'I must add something.'

> Quintius says 'Go on.'
>
> Hifflio says 'so rule number four is not bendable.'
>
> You say 'It has been agreed that your Tower won't attack our Arbiters, and vice versa, but a problem arises if and when a master does become wanted.'
>
> Hifflio says 'all that of the Tower who has become wanted has turned themselves in.'
>
> You say 'I would suggest any who become such turn themself in, under the agreement that their gear will be returned.'
>
> You nod.
>
> Quintius nods.
>
> Hifflio says 'Indeed, that full equipment be returned, that is agreeable to.'
>
> You say 'Not entirely true, but at least we agree that that's as it should be.'
>
> Quintius says 'Now then, there is one small problem we may have to deal with.'
>
> Quintius says 'The....sylvans.'
>
> Quintius frowns with annoyance.
>
> Quintius says 'Hifflio, what is your policy on them now?'

> Hifflio says 'as of now the sylvans are without power, and we take their item of power whenever we can.'
>
> Quintius nods.
>
> Hifflio says 'they are to be eradicated for their insolence and defiance of our studies and ways.'
>
> Quintius says 'You do what you wish with them. However, that is a war we can not become involved with.'
>
> Imbrogno strokes one of his horns with thought.
>
> Quintius says 'You understand why, yes?'
>
> Hifflio says 'I understand your words Quintius and why.'
>
> Quintius says 'Trust me, they are rather annoying.'
>
> Quintius chuckles politely.
>
> Hifflio says 'Imbrogno spoke it plainly to me, for they do not bother the cities enough to warrant a war.'
>
> You say 'As long as they're not with ragers of course, if they are...well...that's too bad for them.'
>
> Quintius says 'But we try to stay out of other wars.'

> Quintius nods.

> You say 'We'll defend your tower if there are ragers involved.'

> Quintius nods sternly.
>
> Quintius says 'Now then, the Imperials..'
>
> Hifflio says 'There is one thing we should address before we move on.'
>
> Imbrogno mutters and spits.
>
> Quintius says 'Go on.'

> Hifflio says 'if you ask assistance from one of the Tower to defend the stern guard, I do not wish for them to be wanted and death quickly after if the battle carries out into the city.'
>
> Quintius says 'That will not be a problem.'
>
> Hifflio says 'I will make it clear to them the situation, and that they can assist as they wish.'
>
> Quintius says 'A moment, please.'
>
> Hifflio says 'if you can assure me that it will be dealt with with some leanancy, I will agree.'
>
> You say 'I see a problem m'lord.'

> Quintius says 'Here is my decision on this.'
>
> Imbrogno listens intently, before proceeding.
>
> Quintius says 'Law 4 is plain. Noone is to enter the Halls at all.'

> Quintius says 'We will never ask you for aid in defending as our Laws prohibit it.'
>
> Quintius says 'That should clear that up nicely.'
>
> Hifflio says 'Indeed it does.'
>
> Quintius says 'Now then, the Imperials.'

> Quintius frowns.
>
> You mutter quietly to yourself.
>
> -------Hifflio leaves to defend against Ioanis, Ioanis dies...meanwhile

> Quintius says 'Imbrogno, I know you do not like the Imperials.'
>
> Quintius chuckles politely.
>
> Quintius says 'But I have an idea that will make them some rather effective...um.."meat shields" if you would.'
>
> Quintius smirks.
>
> Quintius says 'Once Hifflio returns, that is.'
>
> You grin evilly.
>
> Quintius begins to doodle on a small parchment.
>
> You say 'I'm all for laying their corpses down in protection of ours.'
>
> Quintius says 'Exactly.'
>
> Quintius yawns and stretches.
>
> Quintius snaps his fingers.
>
> Hifflio removes an ear of a cloud giant from the back of his robes.
>
> Imbrogno strokes one of his horns and snickers.
>
> Quintius chuckles politely.
>
> Hifflio says 'now then.'
>
> Quintius says 'NOW then..'
>
> Quintius nods.
>
> Imbrogno twirls his axe in his demonic-looking left hand and cackles gleefully.
>
> Hifflio says 'the Imperials, as you know we took down two of their centurions in the raid on the village.'
>
> Quintius says 'What to do with the Palace...'
>
> Quintius nods.

> Hifflio says 'they will not be pleased with the Tower, but they will do nothing against us now.'
>
> Quintius says 'I have this suggestion.'

> Hifflio says 'I have always wished to move away from the Imperials, and what we are arranging here will allow this.'
>
> Quintius says 'Now we would both rather not be bothered by Battle, yes?'

> Quintius says 'You to study amd us to guard the towns.'
>
> Hifflio says 'added to the fact that the Blade and Divine sect conspired to attack the Tower.'
>
> Quintius says 'And both of their sect leaders paid for it.'
>
> You say 'I think they're agreement died with the coucilmembers'
>
> Quintius grins evilly.
>
> You cackle gleefully.
>
> Quintius says 'Exactly.'

> Hifflio says 'Indeed, but it still leaves a bad taste in my mouth.'
>
> Hifflio says 'and it is a tribute to the way they perform relations.'
>
> Quintius says 'True, but what I propose is to use their Law against them.'

> Hifflio says 'and yes, Simka now has given up his magical ties, trying now to join the village.'
>
> Quintius says 'They have done it to us for so long.'

> You say 'I dislike them as much as anybody, but they may prove useful.'

> Hifflio shakes his elongated head slowly from side to side.
>
> Quintius mutters something quietly to himself.

> You say 'Having three places to choose from when trying to retrieve their head may lead more ragers to become wanted.'
>
> Quintius chuckles politely.
>
> You grin evilly.
>
> Quintius says 'Yes, and I would rather have Imperials die than Masters or Arbiters.'
>
> Hifflio leans back in his chair, contemplating the situation.
>
> Quintius says 'Consider this.'
>
> Quintius says 'We, when the Imperials are strong enough, give them the head when we take it.'

> Quintius says 'This accomplishes two things.'

> Quintius holds up a finger.
>
> Quintius says 'One, they are bound by their Law to defend the Vanquisher, wiping out whatever pro-pact sentiment is left.'

> Hifflio coughs loudly.
>
> You tap your cheek, lost in thought.
>
> Petrom the butcher arrives suddenly.
>
> Petrom the butcher says 'Sorry, I am closed. Come back tomorrow.'
>
> You say 'bah'
>
> Quintius says 'Two, they are the ones who have to stop ranking and deal with the raid, not us.'
>
> Quintius chuckles politely.
>
> Imbrogno snatches up Petrom by the ear and peers deeply into his eyes.
>
> Quintius says 'Do you see? By giving them the head, they will think the have won some sort of victory, when all it will do is serve our purposes.'

> Hifflio breaks a smile across his lips.
>
> Quintius frowns.
>
> Quintius says 'Let him go, Imbrogno, he has to sleep also.'
>
> Imbrogno releases the dwarf and mutters.
>
> You say 'I better get a good price on the chicken.'
>
> Quintius says 'Now then, we ONLY do this when they have a prayer of defending.'
>
> Quintius says 'Otherwise, one of us takes it.'
>
> Quintius says 'Do you understand?'
>
> Hifflio chuckles briefly at the last question.
>
> Hifflio says 'yes, Quintius I do.'
>
> You say 'm'lord, you can come across so blunt sometimes.'
>
> Quintius raises an eyebrow.
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> Imbrogno stifles a laugh.
>
> Quintius says 'It is more efficent, I have found.'
>
> Quintius chuckles politely.

> You say 'Indeed, indeed.'

> Hifflio says 'it is no matter, I am thick skinned.'
>
> Quintius says 'No insult intended, it is my own paranoia, more than anything.'
>
> You put a live chicken in a canvas backpack embroidered with the symbol of Fasces.

> You put a live chicken in a canvas backpack embroidered with the symbol of Fasces.

> You put a live chicken in a canvas backpack embroidered with the symbol of Fasces.
>
> Quintius says 'Now then, have you anything to add?'
>
> Imbrogno ties the sack shut and whacks it with the broad side of his axe, settling the chickens.
>
> Quintius sighs.
>
> Hifflio falls down laughing.
>
> Quintius says 'How those things stay alive...'
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> You get a live chicken from a canvas backpack embroidered with the symbol of Fasces.

> Hifflio says 'quite amusing Imbrogno, quite.'
>
> You eat a live chicken.
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> You say 'They don't.'
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> Quintius says 'Not when he does it in front of children in town..'
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> Quintius mutters something quietly to himself.
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> You say 'They wiggle a little on the way down, but they die shortly thereafter.'
>
> Hifflio says 'I have nothing to add at this time, it seems you have taken some time to think this through.'
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> Quintius says 'Last one wailed to her mother for hours.'
>
> Quintius chuckles politely.
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> Quintius says 'Yes, I have.'
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> You say 'I gave the child 1000 gold to forget what she saw.'
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> Quintius stands and offers a hand to Hifflio.
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> Quintius says 'Then we have an agreement?'
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> Hifflio rises from his position at the table.
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> Hifflio says 'we do indeed.'
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> Hifflio shakes Quintius's hand.

> Quintius nods.
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> Imbrogno crosses his arms and grins over the handshake.
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> Quintius says 'Good.'
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> You say 'Let us make sure that communication never becomes a problem.'
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> Quintius says 'THAT I agree with, wholely.'

> Quintius says 'If you have nothing to add....?'
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> You shake her hand.
>
> You say 'I'm satisfied.'

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Comments:	> > Quintius nods. > > Hifflio says 'could you have found a room with not as many inhabitant?' > > > > Quintius says 'They will be silent, I am certain.' > > Hifflio says 'this will do fine.' > > > > Quintius nods. > > > > Hifflio draws back his scale covered hood, revealing reptilian features and a slightly elongated head. > > > > You say 'It might be well that the White Tower knows of our plans. Perhaps the Aes Sedai will join in our battle.' > > Quintius sets up a small table with three chairs and takes a seat. > > > > Quintius chuckles politely. > > > > Hifflio rests his body upon the wash basin, sitting comfortably his elongated body. > > > > Imbrogno pulls the table closer to the wall and leans up against the wall. > > > > Quintius says 'Right. There is no point in stating why we are assembled here.' > > > > Imbrogno strokes one of his horns and grins. > > Hifflio notices the arrangement of chairs, moves from the basin to the chair, and sits down. > > Quintius says 'It is obviously in both of our best interests that the Village burn.' > > Quintius says 'I know you do not desire violence as we, but it has come to that. We have little choice, due to their current power.' > > > > Hifflio strokes his elongated chin slowly, contemplating the words sent before him. > > > > Quintius says 'What I propose is this.' > > > > Hifflio bears his yellow eyes upon you, listening. > > > > Quintius says 'My arbiters will not kill your Masters and the reverse for your Tower.' > > > > Quintius says 'When we raid for the head, we give it to whomever can defend it best, weather arbiter, master or Imperial.' > > Quintius chuckles with insight. > > > > You say 'Best to keep them off balance.' > > > > Hifflio says 'Indeed, a sound idea.' > > > > Quintius says 'You know, it would be a shame if we took it, gave it to the Imperials, and we had to flag them all for attacking our Halls, assuming it is there.' > > > > You say 'Not storing it in the same place too often...we've...plans for ragers who try out stern guard mistakenly.' > > > > Quintius chuckles at your joke. > > > > Quintius says 'Exactly.' > > > > Hifflio flares his eyes slightly, then narrows them. > > > > Hifflio says 'a quite good idea.' > > > > Imbrogno twirls his axe in his demonic-looking left hand and chuckles to himself. > > Quintius says 'Also, do you have a record-keeper?' > > Hifflio says 'we do.' > > > > Quintius looks at Hifflio. > > > > Quintius nods. > > > > Quintius says 'I realize you may be lothe to share hard-earned knowledge, but we should both work on the Codex Barbarus, as I have suggested.' > > > > Quintius says 'It is, after all, in your best interests if we fight Ragers.' > > > > Quintius smiles happily. > > > > Hifflio says 'Both of our groups have been under serious attack as of late, so I do not wish this to turn into a problematic situation.' > > > > Quintius nods. > > > > Quintius says 'Do you find this acceptable?' > > Hifflio says 'to maintain what you have spoken, the Hall should not travel with villagers even when they are not wanted.' > > > > Imbrogno stifles a laugh. > > > > Quintius nods. > > > > Quintius chuckles politely. > > Hifflio says 'for the Tower exacts revenge on those who fight the Tower, and I do not wish those of your Hall being in the way when that takes place.' > > > > Hifflio growls. > > > > You say 'I don't think you need worry about that.' > > > > Quintius says 'Um...we have not done so for years..' > > > > -------Ioanis raids, and dies. > > Quintius re-seats himself. > > > > You eat a live chicken. > > You eat a live chicken. > > Imbrogno retakes his seat and chuckles. > > > > You say 'That rager might find himself a spirit of honor at the wake. > > Hifflio wipes some burnt flesh from his robes, snickering slightly at it. > > > > Quintius says 'Now then, we do not group with them and shall not, especially since we are at war. To do so, would be paramount to aiding a baron and will demand immediate dismissal.' > > Hifflio returns to the seat before him, and lowers his elongated body into it. > > > > Hifflio says 'Indeed, I have a further suggestion for you.' > > > > Quintius says 'Hifflio, would you be willing to have your Record-Keeper give us what we need to know?' > > > > Hifflio says 'Those of the Tower who wish to may wish to assist within your jurisdiction.' > > > > Quintius says 'Yes, go on.' > > > > Hifflio says 'I will make the required arrangements on the records.' > > > > Quintius leans back and folds his arms. > > > > You say 'They must be lawful of course.' > > > > Quintius says 'Inside the city, that is.' > > > > You say 'Or do you mean help our stern guard?' > > > > Quintius sits down and thinks deeply. > > > > Quintius shakes his head. > > > > Hifflio says 'Indeed, and that you will not waver on, for none of the Tower is chaotic in nature, and most have never committed a crime.' > > > > Quintius says 'No, Law #4 is plain.' > > You say 'I must add something.' > > Quintius says 'Go on.' > > > > Hifflio says 'so rule number four is not bendable.' > > > > You say 'It has been agreed that your Tower won't attack our Arbiters, and vice versa, but a problem arises if and when a master does become wanted.' > > > > Hifflio says 'all that of the Tower who has become wanted has turned themselves in.' > > > > You say 'I would suggest any who become such turn themself in, under the agreement that their gear will be returned.' > > > > You nod. > > > > Quintius nods. > > > > Hifflio says 'Indeed, that full equipment be returned, that is agreeable to.' > > > > You say 'Not entirely true, but at least we agree that that's as it should be.' > > > > Quintius says 'Now then, there is one small problem we may have to deal with.' > > > > Quintius says 'The....sylvans.' > > > > Quintius frowns with annoyance. > > > > Quintius says 'Hifflio, what is your policy on them now?' > > Hifflio says 'as of now the sylvans are without power, and we take their item of power whenever we can.' > > > > Quintius nods. > > > > Hifflio says 'they are to be eradicated for their insolence and defiance of our studies and ways.' > > > > Quintius says 'You do what you wish with them. However, that is a war we can not become involved with.' > > > > Imbrogno strokes one of his horns with thought. > > > > Quintius says 'You understand why, yes?' > > > > Hifflio says 'I understand your words Quintius and why.' > > > > Quintius says 'Trust me, they are rather annoying.' > > > > Quintius chuckles politely. > > > > Hifflio says 'Imbrogno spoke it plainly to me, for they do not bother the cities enough to warrant a war.' > > > > You say 'As long as they're not with ragers of course, if they are...well...that's too bad for them.' > > > > Quintius says 'But we try to stay out of other wars.' > > Quintius nods. > > You say 'We'll defend your tower if there are ragers involved.' > > Quintius nods sternly. > > > > Quintius says 'Now then, the Imperials..' > > > > Hifflio says 'There is one thing we should address before we move on.' > > > > Imbrogno mutters and spits. > > > > Quintius says 'Go on.' > > Hifflio says 'if you ask assistance from one of the Tower to defend the stern guard, I do not wish for them to be wanted and death quickly after if the battle carries out into the city.' > > > > Quintius says 'That will not be a problem.' > > > > Hifflio says 'I will make it clear to them the situation, and that they can assist as they wish.' > > > > Quintius says 'A moment, please.' > > > > Hifflio says 'if you can assure me that it will be dealt with with some leanancy, I will agree.' > > > > You say 'I see a problem m'lord.' > > Quintius says 'Here is my decision on this.' > > > > Imbrogno listens intently, before proceeding. > > > > Quintius says 'Law 4 is plain. Noone is to enter the Halls at all.' > > Quintius says 'We will never ask you for aid in defending as our Laws prohibit it.' > > > > Quintius says 'That should clear that up nicely.' > > > > Hifflio says 'Indeed it does.' > > > > Quintius says 'Now then, the Imperials.' > > Quintius frowns. > > > > You mutter quietly to yourself. > > > > -------Hifflio leaves to defend against Ioanis, Ioanis dies...meanwhile > > Quintius says 'Imbrogno, I know you do not like the Imperials.' > > > > Quintius chuckles politely. > > > > Quintius says 'But I have an idea that will make them some rather effective...um.."meat shields" if you would.' > > > > Quintius smirks. > > > > Quintius says 'Once Hifflio returns, that is.' > > > > You grin evilly. > > > > Quintius begins to doodle on a small parchment. > > > > You say 'I'm all for laying their corpses down in protection of ours.' > > > > Quintius says 'Exactly.' > > > > Quintius yawns and stretches. > > > > Quintius snaps his fingers. > > > > Hifflio removes an ear of a cloud giant from the back of his robes. > > > > Imbrogno strokes one of his horns and snickers. > > > > Quintius chuckles politely. > > > > Hifflio says 'now then.' > > > > Quintius says 'NOW then..' > > > > Quintius nods. > > > > Imbrogno twirls his axe in his demonic-looking left hand and cackles gleefully. > > > > Hifflio says 'the Imperials, as you know we took down two of their centurions in the raid on the village.' > > > > Quintius says 'What to do with the Palace...' > > > > Quintius nods. > > Hifflio says 'they will not be pleased with the Tower, but they will do nothing against us now.' > > > > Quintius says 'I have this suggestion.' > > Hifflio says 'I have always wished to move away from the Imperials, and what we are arranging here will allow this.' > > > > Quintius says 'Now we would both rather not be bothered by Battle, yes?' > > Quintius says 'You to study amd us to guard the towns.' > > > > Hifflio says 'added to the fact that the Blade and Divine sect conspired to attack the Tower.' > > > > Quintius says 'And both of their sect leaders paid for it.' > > > > You say 'I think they're agreement died with the coucilmembers' > > > > Quintius grins evilly. > > > > You cackle gleefully. > > > > Quintius says 'Exactly.' > > Hifflio says 'Indeed, but it still leaves a bad taste in my mouth.' > > > > Hifflio says 'and it is a tribute to the way they perform relations.' > > > > Quintius says 'True, but what I propose is to use their Law against them.' > > Hifflio says 'and yes, Simka now has given up his magical ties, trying now to join the village.' > > > > Quintius says 'They have done it to us for so long.' > > You say 'I dislike them as much as anybody, but they may prove useful.' > > Hifflio shakes his elongated head slowly from side to side. > > > > Quintius mutters something quietly to himself. > > You say 'Having three places to choose from when trying to retrieve their head may lead more ragers to become wanted.' > > > > Quintius chuckles politely. > > > > You grin evilly. > > > > Quintius says 'Yes, and I would rather have Imperials die than Masters or Arbiters.' > > > > Hifflio leans back in his chair, contemplating the situation. > > > > Quintius says 'Consider this.' > > > > Quintius says 'We, when the Imperials are strong enough, give them the head when we take it.' > > Quintius says 'This accomplishes two things.' > > Quintius holds up a finger. > > > > Quintius says 'One, they are bound by their Law to defend the Vanquisher, wiping out whatever pro-pact sentiment is left.' > > Hifflio coughs loudly. > > > > You tap your cheek, lost in thought. > > > > Petrom the butcher arrives suddenly. > > > > Petrom the butcher says 'Sorry, I am closed. Come back tomorrow.' > > > > You say 'bah' > > > > Quintius says 'Two, they are the ones who have to stop ranking and deal with the raid, not us.' > > > > Quintius chuckles politely. > > > > Imbrogno snatches up Petrom by the ear and peers deeply into his eyes. > > > > Quintius says 'Do you see? By giving them the head, they will think the have won some sort of victory, when all it will do is serve our purposes.' > > Hifflio breaks a smile across his lips. > > > > Quintius frowns. > > > > Quintius says 'Let him go, Imbrogno, he has to sleep also.' > > > > Imbrogno releases the dwarf and mutters. > > > > You say 'I better get a good price on the chicken.' > > > > Quintius says 'Now then, we ONLY do this when they have a prayer of defending.' > > > > Quintius says 'Otherwise, one of us takes it.' > > > > Quintius says 'Do you understand?' > > > > Hifflio chuckles briefly at the last question. > > > > Hifflio says 'yes, Quintius I do.' > > > > You say 'm'lord, you can come across so blunt sometimes.' > > > > Quintius raises an eyebrow. > > > > Imbrogno stifles a laugh. > > > > Quintius says 'It is more efficent, I have found.' > > > > Quintius chuckles politely. > > You say 'Indeed, indeed.' > > Hifflio says 'it is no matter, I am thick skinned.' > > > > Quintius says 'No insult intended, it is my own paranoia, more than anything.' > > > > You put a live chicken in a canvas backpack embroidered with the symbol of Fasces. > > You put a live chicken in a canvas backpack embroidered with the symbol of Fasces. > > You put a live chicken in a canvas backpack embroidered with the symbol of Fasces. > > You put a live chicken in a canvas backpack embroidered with the symbol of Fasces. > > You put a live chicken in a canvas backpack embroidered with the symbol of Fasces. > > > > Quintius says 'Now then, have you anything to add?' > > > > Imbrogno ties the sack shut and whacks it with the broad side of his axe, settling the chickens. > > > > Quintius sighs. > > > > Hifflio falls down laughing. > > > > Quintius says 'How those things stay alive...' > > > > You get a live chicken from a canvas backpack embroidered with the symbol of Fasces. > > Hifflio says 'quite amusing Imbrogno, quite.' > > > > You eat a live chicken. > > > > You say 'They don't.' > > > > Quintius says 'Not when he does it in front of children in town..' > > > > Quintius mutters something quietly to himself. > > > > You say 'They wiggle a little on the way down, but they die shortly thereafter.' > > > > Hifflio says 'I have nothing to add at this time, it seems you have taken some time to think this through.' > > > > Quintius says 'Last one wailed to her mother for hours.' > > > > Quintius chuckles politely. > > > > Quintius says 'Yes, I have.' > > > > You say 'I gave the child 1000 gold to forget what she saw.' > > > > Quintius stands and offers a hand to Hifflio. > > > > Quintius says 'Then we have an agreement?' > > > > Hifflio rises from his position at the table. > > > > Hifflio says 'we do indeed.' > > > > Hifflio shakes Quintius's hand. > > Quintius nods. > > > > Imbrogno crosses his arms and grins over the handshake. > > > > Quintius says 'Good.' > > > > You say 'Let us make sure that communication never becomes a problem.' > > > > Quintius says 'THAT I agree with, wholely.' > > Quintius says 'If you have nothing to add....?' > > > > You shake her hand. > > > > You say 'I'm satisfied.'

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