Summary of Meeting Conversations
Here's a breakdown of the provided conversation logs, noting the participants and key events in each part:
Part 1: Initial Gathering and Farewell
Participants: Sayyadina, Aria, Kati Evans, Gavyn, Panner McDonnell, Madeleine Brigantes (online/offline), Vougan (offline), Sylvi Amour, Perci, Dezora, Trygg Tyran (online).
Summary: The scene opens with Sayyadina apologizing for her lateness to Kati. Aria, Gavyn, and Panner discuss their recent performances, with Gavyn praising Aria, and Panner enjoying their combined works. Sylvi and Perci are at "Frank's Tank," an aquarium-like spot, where Perci expresses weariness from patrols. Kati indicates her own fatigue from the day's tasks and expresses a desire to go home. Sayyadina confirms her errands are done and offers to see to supper.
Part 2: Retreat to Relaxation and Domesticity
Participants: Kati Evans, Sayyadina, DJROO (online), Drevan of Cos (offline), Zane Kanze (offline), Firefly Doobie (offline), Sho (online), Rea Stoneshield (online/offline), Vincent Himura Boa Hades (offline), Nikias Sjöström (online), Lady Elphabala Death (offline), Myriam-alyah Spires (online/offline/online), Flo (offline), Firefly Doobie (online), BB Arliss (offline), Melody of Koroba (online), Olivia Nightfall (online/offline), Nicholas Sylvanus (online), Kaellaed Rhode (offline/online), Lycaonia (offline), Snow (offline). (Also various ZCS system messages and a prim count from CasperLet.)
Summary: Kati and Sayyadina teleport to "Cosian Coast" at the Isles of Selnar. Kati settles into a comfortable spot and requests tea before supper. Sayyadina promptly prepares and serves the tea. Kati admits to being too weary from unpacking scrolls at the library to have paid attention during the earlier event. She then requests a hearty stew for supper, and Sayyadina goes to the kitchen.
Part 3: The Magistrate's Inquiry and Introductions at the Winery
Participants: Kati Evans, Nicholas Sylvanus, JakeLocker27 (system), Kelli Gяєyℳooη:-Rizzo (online), Sara (online), Odette Atheria (offline), Shelby Boseman, UnformedThought (Dimitri Valente), Riker (offline), BAIBIN (system), Myriam-alyah Spires (offline/online), Lib (online), Elvy, William Carver (offline), Snow (online), Kavaye Jewell (system).
Summary: Kati and Nicholas Sylvanus teleport to the "City of Selnar - Imperial Cos." Nicholas informs Kati of their purpose: to interview a slave named Elvy about her submission to enslavement. He states he has permission from her owner. They encounter Shelby Boseman and Dimitri Valente (UnformedThought) at a winery. Shelby briefly discusses her political aspirations and leaves. Nicholas introduces himself and Kati (his legal clerk) to Dimitri, identifying him as the Vintner of Selnar, and inquires about a slave named Elvy under his care. Elvy, who is present, becomes visibly nervous upon hearing her name mentioned by the Magistrate. Dimitri confirms Elvy is there and asks about the nature of their business.
Part 4: The Slave's Testimony and Legal Interpretations
Participants: Nicholas Sylvanus, Elvy, UnformedThought (Dimitri Valente), Shelby Boseman (departing), BAIBIN (system), Midnight Revolution (system), Divine Collingwood (online), Jewella (online/offline), Littlecatandthehat (system), Reese Kismyaz-Blackburn (offline/online), AshPhoenyx (system), Kavaye Jewell (system), Iamsmol Demure (system), Sho (offline), TarltheLarl (system), Snow (offline), Masuyo (offline), Aria (offline), Sapphire426 (system), Sara (offline), Legion Dryden (offline).
Summary: Nicholas explains to Dimitri and Elvy that he is investigating the events leading to Elvy's submission after she was accosted by a free man. He assures Elvy that it's not a trial or formal interrogation. Elvy, clearly distressed, admits she is scared and asks if previous crimes are "washed clean" upon submission. Nicholas defers the legal question to Kati. Dimitri, observing, pushes Elvy forward, commenting on the situation. Kati explains that the "past life has ceased to be," but the circumstances are being examined. Dimitri mockingly rephrases Kati's answer for Elvy. Nicholas confirms Elvy's status as a slave, noting her brand, and asks her to recount the events leading up to her encounter with Sextus Placidus, a retired warrior, and the conversation that led to her submission.
Part 5: The Unraveling and Conclusion
Participants: Nicholas Sylvanus, Elvy, UnformedThought (Dimitri Valente), DJROO (offline), Mayhem Mysterious (system), Doll Starchild (system), Ella De Wren Bade (online), Riker (online), Kelli Gяєyℳooη:-Rizzo (offline), Inotoriouswolf (system), Legion Dryden (online/offline), MrsKaren (system), Keylorian (system), Talaitha (system), Jizzy Jupiter (system), Lara (online). (Also various ZCS system messages.)
Summary: Elvy, despite Dimitri's sarcastic comments and a grape hitting her head, reveals she was disguised as a Northern Free woman, a runaway slave trying to travel. She admits to lying about her origin, believing the warrior suspected her accent. She confesses he grabbed her and wanted to check for a brand. Nicholas instructs her to stop elaborating and answer directly. He questions Dimitri about his relationship with Lady Valeria (Elvy's owner) and returns his focus to Elvy, asking about details of the initial encounter. Dimitri remarks on the warrior's assumptions. Nicholas tells Kati it's a "vulo or the egg" situation and asks if she has more questions. Kati says no. Elvy, desperate for understanding, asks if she should be freed if the warrior was wrong. Dimitri vehemently denies this, stating submission nullifies previous actions. Nicholas agrees with Dimitri, stating the laws are clear: submission is voluntary, and Elvy will not go free. Elvy, in a tearful outburst, proclaims her enslavement by pirates was illegal and she was a scribe intern in Ar. She warns Kati she could end up like her. Dimitri angrily chokes Elvy for her defiance, and Nicholas and Kati depart, with Nicholas noting any marks on Elvy were not from his hand.
Part 6: Office Hours (Out-of-Character Information)
Participants: Nicholas Sylvanus (information giver), Kati Evans (recipient).
Summary: This section provides a separate, out-of-character (OOC) schedule for Nicholas Sylvanus's office hours for the week of August 18-24, 2025. This schedule is likely for arranging future in-character meetings or discussions.
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[17:16] Sayyadina (jetis.umia) looks up, "Tal, Mistress. Apologies for this girl's lateness. There were...obstacles in some of my tasks that delayed me."
[17:16] aria (nabila.daffyd) nodded to Panner and Gavyn, "I imagine you two are off to the Tavern?"
[17:17] Kati Evans: Nods, "Things happen."
[17:17] aria (nabila.daffyd): "Well, the three of you" she chuckled
[17:17] Kati Evans: smiles
[17:17] Gavyn (gavynbluestone): You were nothing short of astounding this evening Aria. So talented
[17:17] Madeleine Brigantes (mallairian) is offline.
[17:17] Panner McDonnell: I liked the way our works played against each other.
[17:17] Vougan (vougankar) is offline.
[17:17] Panner McDonnell: That was fun!
[17:18] Madeleine Brigantes (mallairian) is online.
[17:19] Sayyadina (jetis.umia) bows her head again, "Do you desire to linger? I can see to supper, if you've no need of me..." But as Kati kept moving, she frowned. She paused at sight of Orion, lifting her hand to wave as she kept a look at the veiled head moving onward. She paused, "How are you?"
[17:19] Sylvi Amour nods and nods, as they arrive to Frank's Tank. She would say as she follows him in sitting at the garden bench, "I like coming here to this spot, actuallly. I enjoy looking at the aquarium..
[17:19] Kati Evans: Are you done with your errands in town?
[17:20] Perci (geroff.hienrichs) looks back at the tank watching the fish for the moment, then returning his gaze to Sylvi. "it is a peaceful part of the city. I tend to stop by here on my patrols to give myself a moment of peace." He shifts his shoulderwear and takes a deep breath. "Though I am beginning to tire of the patrols and everything."
[17:21] Sayyadina (jetis.umia) startled at the realization Kati had come back, quickly offering, "Apologies, Mistress. All the errands have been completed. The shopping is done and already at the ferry for transport."
[17:22] Dezora: greetings Master
[17:22] aria (nabila.daffyd) offers a bit of ear cotton to Gavyn
[17:22] Trygg Tyran (tryggtyran) is online.
[17:23] aria (nabila.daffyd): Tal Falconer!
[17:23] aria (nabila.daffyd) facepalms
[17:23] Sylvi Amour listened intently to Perci, in hopes of getting to know him better. So when he says he tires of patrols and everything, she'd ask, "I suppose you find a calling elsewhere now? Cornelius had mentioned to me, that you wish to join the scribe caste?"
[17:23] Kati Evans: Oh, the day has stretched its weary limbs, and my own have grown heavy with its burdens. A profound longing for the familiar comforts of home washes over me—a quiet sanctuary where the day's demands melt away. To simply be, to shed the weight of expectation and find solace in repose... yes, that is the deepest desire of this moment.
... Ah, a welcome reprieve! The suggestion to depart arrives like a gentle breeze on a sweltering day. My spirit lifts, eager to embrace the promise of tranquility. "Let us indeed go." The very thought of sinking into the stillness of my own space, enveloped by peace, is a balm to my soul.
[17:24] aria (nabila.daffyd) snickers knowing that look
[17:24] aria (nabila.daffyd) chuckles
[17:24] aria (nabila.daffyd): An oldie but a goodie
[17:24] Dezora: smiles hearing my Masters song
[17:25] Sayyadina (jetis.umia) bowed her head and nods, "Please, after you."
[17:26] Second Life: Teleport completed from Island of Cos (34,158,23)
You are now at Isles of Selnar, Cosian Coast (68, 72, 22)
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[17:29] Kati Evans: Sits down to relax. "How about some tea before you start on super.?" I say relaxing into a favorite spot.
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[17:31] Sayyadina (jetis.umia) bows her head, and does as she bids, swift to bring out a tray, and even swifter to pour the cup, prepare it to Kati's liking. "May this please you, Mistress," She offers, softly, before looking up, "Was there a poem you liked best?"
[17:34] Kati Evans: To be perfectly candid, my mind had quite detached itself from the proceedings. A profound weariness had settled upon me, eclipsing all else, and I found myself simply present in body, rather than in spirit or attention. The words exchanged, the points made—they drifted past me like distant whispers, unanchored and unheard. It is entirely possible I absorbed nothing at all from the discourse.
Reaches out, fingers closing around the comforting warmth of a tea cup.
[17:35] Sayyadina (jetis.umia) bowed her head, going silent as she stood at attention while Kati enjoy her cup.
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[17:38] Kati Evans: My apologies for my current state; the day has been a monumental endeavor. I've spent countless hours, seemingly an eternity, meticulously unpacking a veritable mountain of scrolls destined for the library. The sheer volume, the endless unrolling and categorizing, has not only taxed my physical strength but has also thoroughly depleted my mental reserves. My mind feels as heavy and disorganized as the boxes themselves, utterly weary from the meticulous, seemingly unending process.
... Ah, the very thought! After such a demanding day, a hearty, steaming bowl of stew sounds like a balm for both body and soul. Make some for us.
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[17:40] Sayyadina (jetis.umia) offered a nod, "There is no need to apologize, Mistress - I will go to the kitchen and see to supper. Please, just relax and rest. There is fresh bread from the bakery as well, and the market had very fine fruit today."
[17:40] Sayyadina (jetis.umia) bowed her head, "Excuse me."
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[18:25] Kati Evans: Greetings Sir
[18:25] Nicholas Sylvanus (nicholas.crisp) Thank you for joining me. Our purpose for interviewing the slave is to determine the events surrounding her submitting to enslavement. I have written permission from her owner, not that I needed it.
[18:26] Kati Evans: Nods understanding.
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[18:27] Kelli Gяєyℳooη:-Rizzo (kellygr5) is online.
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[18:30] Shelby Boseman (vixen.morningstar) bristled subtly, giving a surprised little "Oh!" when he explained the slave. "She's not yours!" Despite a few jokes, for better or worse, she was usually reasonably careful about what she said about people, but especially Dimitri, so even if she'd believed the woman was his property, it likely wouldn't have been an issue, but she was even more guarded with essentially a stranger. She waved a hand dismissively when he spoke of voting. "Well, the vote's over, and we'll be regrouping, if I can ever get the two together for a meeting. "But you're right about Theron, I'm sure." Either it didn't register about the mark, or she was pretending she agreed with the statement. "And right about that, as well, that he doesn't have the people-skills." She paused then. It would probably be rude to press him, to ask to his face, but, well, if D wouldn't be straight with her, surely no one else would, either. "I'm thinking of making a run for it myself, just to put it to bed. It's ridiculous that I continue to
[18:30] Shelby Boseman (vixen.morningstar): do all the work without the title. Would you support me in a campaign?" she asked curiously. The slave was essentially ignored, despite having been a point of interest mere moments before.
[18:34] UnformedThought (daricmarano) let his hand dance around the neck of that goblet in his hand, tapping his rings against it as he girl returned and placed down the snacks. Well, shit she'd completed the task and now he had to figure out what to get her to do next. He turned his head to look at her with those searching cobalt eyes for a moment. Yet, he said nothing. No approval, no dejection. Just a blank stare. "Rental. Basically pushed on me." He explained, but he just looked at the girl with a wild look and then shrugged. "Mhmm.." Rumbled finally back to Shelby about Theron. He said his peace on it. Loudly. In his own way. "He fakes it, but not well." Some could put on a better show, then he could. "I would support you. Yes. I will help you however you need me to. As always, Shells. You don't even have to ask me." He rumbled to her, with a small dip of his chin.
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[18:36] Nicholas Sylvanus (nicholas.crisp) had winded his way through the countryside in hopes of finding the vintner and the slave. As luck would have it, he would find both, though he wouldn't know it until he inquired. He wasted little time in doing so, "Tal, Free" Nicholas looked between the two seated at the tables with some curiosity, as he'd met neither before. "I am Nicholas Sylvanus, Magistrate of Selnar, and the Lady Valeria suggested I would find a slave named Elvy under the care of the Vintner. Had he known the topic of the conversation, he would have added his own flavored opinion, as he'd met two of the three current merchant council members just the day before, "Allow me to introduce my legal clerk, Lady Kati, of the caste of Scribes." He turned and extended his hand toward the diminutive woman behind him. "I thought it wise to bring her along. Would either of you be able to direct me to the parties in question?"
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[18:37] Kati Evans: Nods and stays quit.
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[18:40] Elvy (instantstorm) first looked at Shelby and yet the woman seemed all business. Then she'd look to Daric as he spoke of her as a rental. Her jaw would tighten, her fist would even ball up at her sides. Nostrils flared, yes this man had a way to push her buttons. He often reminded her why she wasn't fond of him. There wasn't much else for her and so she'd purse her lips and stared off a moment in thought.
"I can go make myself useful, yes Master. Brilliant idea!" She would give a forced smile as she turned to go into the winery.
That was till the man mentioned her owner's name and her own. Now she'd stop where she was and looked to him. Suddenly she was nervous, why was the magistrate looking for her. She wouldn't give herself up, but waited for Daric to snitch on her.
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[18:43] Shelby Boseman (vixen.morningstar) didn't delve too deeply into the conversation. "I appreciate that, thank you. I'm just kind of kicking the idea around for now, but will let you know if I need anything," she assured him, and meant it. What did it say about her that she felt more confident in their relationship when she knew she could ask D for something? She was sure she could count on him, in the moment at least. It was nice. Like the good ol' days.
They were joined again, this time by a couple. "Tal, and pleasure to meet you both," she offered sincerely, with a respectful dip of her head. "I am Shelby Boseman, of the Merchants." She scooted her chair back then. It was getting a bit late. "Would you excuse me please, Dimitri? It has been a pleasure. Perhaps next time you will join me at my villa. Bring whatever junk-yard dogs you wish," she insisted, as if the bizarre interaction with Stow was now an inside joke. "There's coins in it for you," she added playfully."
"I wish you all a good evening," she added as she rose
[18:43] Shelby Boseman (vixen.morningstar): and moved to take her leave, no doubt freeing up the seat for Kati, should she choose to avail herself after the long trek out here.
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[18:45] UnformedThought (daricmarano) turned setting blue eyes on the path. Scribes. He sat forward, a whole brocade falling over him as he shifted. Taking up a grape to tuck it into his cheek and would veer his eyes towards the pair. "Tal sir, lady." He dipped hsi chin to the pair of them. Hearing the line of conversation. "I am Dimitri Valente. Vintner of Selnar. Vineyard Overseer." He clicked his tongue against the roof of his mouth because that was the first time he'd pulled that title out of his ass since he was named it. He would snatch another grape, as he shuffled backwards in his seat. Scooting backwards, that seat moved and he rose slowly. A look shot to Elvy. Stepping in closer. "Stay there, I didn't say fucking move." He said low to her ear, before he turned and stepped towards the magistrate. Offering his arm. "Well met both of you. Aye, the slave you seek is here..can I inquire the nature of your business?" He flipped attitudes, one for the slave and the other for the scribes. His eyes moved to Shelby and he sort of rolled his
[18:45] UnformedThought (daricmarano): eyes about the junk yard dogs comment. "Woof." He just said, but smiled to the woman. "Later, Shells. We'll catch up. Just have wine and I'll be there." Offering her a bit of clipped wave informally.
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[18:49] Nicholas Sylvanus (nicholas.crisp) 's head swiveled immediately toward the woman, "Lady Shelby, I will have a meeting with you sooner, rather than later, so I can finalize my proposal for improving relationships between your caste and the Office of Magistrate. I've already met with Theron and Lyca, but it would be unconscionable to complete it without receiving input from all members of your Council." His gaze lingered on her longer than he'd intended. This was, after all, the woman he'd read about in several editions of the Kraken Krier. That query by Dimitri brought his attentions back to the Vitner, "The woman in question, I'm told, was accosted by a free man of this city while still holding free woman status. I want to understand the events leading up to her willing submission. Lady Valeria has my word that I will do nothing more than question. If this were to go to trial, the slave might suffer some discomfort." He paused and looked at the presumed slave, "But this is not a trial, and my questions will not be a formal
[18:49] Nicholas Sylvanus (nicholas.crisp): interrogation."
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[18:51] Elvy (instantstorm) was no longer moving, curious and well scared. She kept looking over towards Nicholas as it wasn't often that a magistrate and his assistant showed up looking for a slave. She was starting to tremble, so much so that Shelby's leaving wasn't acknowledged by her. She would have normally at least given a casual farewell.
Daric's warning not to move had her looking up to him, nodding and then looking back to the Magistrate to hear what he had to say to the questions from Daric.
And then, hearing the answer it was the one she didn't want to hear. Out of no where she'd speak. "Oh no..." Noticing Nicholas looking to her, she adverted her eyes, then she looked around the area, there was a brief moment she considered running.
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[18:54] Shelby Boseman (vixen.morningstar) was in a far better mood now than before they'd arrived, which surely meant the meeting had done what it was intended to do. His 'woof' earned a little huff of laughter. "See you soon, then," she replied simply, though before she could take her leave, Nic addressed her. She straightened subtly, brows lofted, and she nodded along. "I appreciate that, thank you. I'll look forward to it," she replied, and meant it. One had to wonder what that lingering gaze meant. Did he like her fancy new outfit? Or was she looking as if she was ready to off herself, or whatever it was Johnny had said about her? It wouldn't even occur to her that the man, a Magistrate, might question her behavior, given the public statements made in the Krier. They were just so far-fetched, she didn't imagine anyone would believe. Either way, she took her leave, likewise ignoring Elvy, pitiful thing she was, as if squished beneath D's thumb. It would be interesting to see how this forced rental turned out.
"Be well, all of
[18:54] Shelby Boseman (vixen.morningstar): you!" she said warmly, and finally carried on down the path.
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[18:55] UnformedThought (daricmarano) inhaled a breath, flickering his eyes to Shelby. Mouthing the words: Merchant magistrate. Visibly, if that clarified anything, but he had heard it mentioned by both Lyca and Theron at that point. So, that was the aim presently. He filtered his attention back to Nicholas and he feigned a sharp inhale as if he didn't know what he was talking about. Truth be told, he had already heard something. It was after all what he did. Information, he turned to glance back to the slave behind him. "Well, that's unfortunate to hear. It explains why the woman appeared stiff and bruised when conducting business. Who am I to stop a city magistrate from asking a few questions? Though she is currently under my rental, are you opposed to me serving as witness to the questioning?" A glance to Shelby's departing either way, before he turned to confront the magistrate.
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[19:00] Nicholas Sylvanus (nicholas.crisp) bowed slightly toward the departing woman and stepped aside to allow Kati entrance to the vineyard patio, "I don't object at all. I believe Lady Shelby would be relieved to know that I prefer bringing the force of the law on a person after I've collected enough evidence that they've actually broken one." He added, "This is not to disparage those formerly of my office, but too many rushes to judgment undermines our integrity. I rather like integrity. Is this the slave in question, then? A woman named Elvy?"
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[19:02] Elvy (instantstorm) watched Shelby leaving, it was only her with Daric and the Scribes. It made her nervous when Daric wanted to be part of the questioning. Not only was she tense from the idea of it, but now she was annoyed he might be there. She was about to step up, but then the words he spoke, telling her not to move suddenly stopped her. She'd huff, annoyed that she was following such commands.
Her mind raced with scribe stuff, she had been a former legal scribe in training herself. She was trying to think of anyway she might have any rights in this and could protest anything.
Looking around Daric towards NIcholas, "Master, as you said, you realize I was ... " She would stop speaking and pursed her lips suddenly. "Nevermind." She had thought she had an idea and yet it was a stupid one. After she would nod her head, "Yes, Master. I am called Elvy. I am the slave you are speaking of. I am scared to speak to you, I don't want to bring further punishment against myself. May I ask, is it true that once someone submits
[19:02] Elvy (instantstorm): their previous crimes and mistakes are sort of washed clean. I mean, I am no longer that person yes?"
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[19:05] UnformedThought (daricmarano) just sort of stared. Scribes liked their words and liked using them in sentences. Dimitri was ultimately a low caste man, so he was sort of filtering through most of it. He sort of supplied a nod to Nicholas about laws and the force of law. Dimitri was a slippery son of a bitch, so all the talk of law made him jumpy. He turned slightly, reaching behind him for Elvy. A heavy hand upon her upper arm as he brought her forward. Front and center. Like moving a doll around. "Aye, sir. This is the girl." He huffed at her words, but he would step backwards and let 'law' and questions commence. Her question caused him to hum a measure, as he jutted his hips against the table and took a backseat. Gesturing to Kati and that platter of snacks if she wanted anything in a casual way.
[19:06] Nicholas Sylvanus (nicholas.crisp) held his hand up, "Before you continue talking, slave, and incriminate yourself, know that my questioning has nothing to do with your guilt or innocence. I am gathering statements in order to determine truth. Lady Kati, perhaps you could answer her question regarding her current status and her past life?" He knew the answer, but he also knew Kati to be of a sharp mind, one who well understood law.
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[19:09] Elvy (instantstorm) felt Daric's grip on her, it took a lot to not pull away from him. He'd grabbed her almost like the Scarlet did they were questioning her about. Or about to. She would tense up, clearly she already looked to be on the defense about all this. Her body had grown tight and this was clearly not her day.
Eyes went from one to the other while she waited. Giving the man a nod. "I will wait for your questions then." Kati got a look, she wondered the answer.
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[19:15] Kati Evans: "The fundamental truth, quite simply, is that the past life has ceased to be. It is gone. Yet, within that stark statement lies a myriad of complexities, nuances shaped by individual circumstances. It is precisely those circumstances we are here to meticulously examine." I turn my gaze to Nicholas, awaiting his continuation, his elaboration on the intricate threads that weave through this profound transition.
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[19:18] UnformedThought (daricmarano) was snacking, leaning against the table. Like this was entertainment. Probably was, he was learning city gossip. Well, he'd caught on to Valeria's plight when the woman set him to slut daycare. He'd been fishing for more information ever since then. He smirked and popped grapes into his mouth. Yet, his eyes glazed over as Kati spoke. More words. "Oooh that's scribbler speak for, it depends, but that shiny piece of jewelry makes you brand spankin' new. Congratulations." He picked up one of those grapes and tossed it at the back of her skull like a bullet.
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[19:20] Nicholas Sylvanus (nicholas.crisp) spoke to the legal scribe at his side, "Well stated, Lady Kati," and then he focused on the slave once more, noting, of course, that mocking tone of the Vintner's. "Elvy, your life is woven by the threads of experience. Each thread represents events and experiences, so while it is true that whatever your transgressions, you aren't held accountable, it is equally true that your accomplishments are also washed away. You are no longer that woman, and, even if you should be freed by some person who doesn't understand your proper place, you would not be reinstated to that prior position. In other words, you have nice shiny jewelry and a new lease on life." Nic flashed a grin and then he pointed toward Elvy, "Lady Kati, Note that the woman has a brand on her left thigh." The evidence of her slavery revealed to all, "Elvy, on the night you submitted to the physician, I'd like you to hear your memory of what happened before. What were you doing when the man, a Sextus Placidus, retired warrior of this city,
[19:20] Nicholas Sylvanus (nicholas.crisp): approached you. Did you speak to him first? What was your demeanor? How did the conversation turn to that of manumission papers?"
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[19:28] Elvy (instantstorm) couldn't be more tense and then here was Daric...enjoying the hell out of her plight. There she was worried and miserable with nerves. His comment, then the grape hitting her head, she would turn and shot him a quick 'glare'. Her eyes narrowed and she did look annoyed and mad for a brief moment. Turning back to the scribes.
When she looked to Nicholas, listened to him, they were all saying the same thing to her. She would sigh, it was as if someone deflated her balloon. Her shoulders slumped when even this man was saying this was her proper place. It felt like she was stabbed right in the heart.
She'd look to her thigh and then towards them both. "Why is that evidence? My brand?" She'd listen and would answer...yet she was tense again. "First I don't understand why any of this is being investigated. I mean, I submitted... anyway...fuck. If you must know I was dressed as a Northern Free woman. I was in a bit of disguise as I had just left a boat I had boarded. Well, i sort of sneaked onto it. I was
[19:28] Elvy (instantstorm): trying to travel as far as I could. This is why I am scared to answer all of this, I don't wish to be hamstrung or punished but I was a runaway dressed in free clothing. There...okay. The warrior came up to me and questioned me, I tried to put on my best attitude as if I was annoyed with him, that I was merely there trying to be a merchant. I lied to him about my name and place of origin, I think he caught onto my accent...seeing as I am originally from Ar. He had grabbed me, I think he was suspicious of me."
She was rambling a bit, clearly nervous.
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[19:33] UnformedThought (daricmarano) blinked when Sextus's name was mentioned. Oh, now it was getting more juicy! His competition for the vineyard. Well, he looked positively giddy. All that fluffy Nicholas mentioned was lost on him. It was all cotton on the brain. In one ear and out the other. He tucked a grape or two into his cheek and he turned to the table to pick up that bottle of wine to re-pour his glass. A look to the magistrate and the woman with him if they'd like any, but he was a gracious host and was always trying to get people drunk. Dimitri was in the know about that particular retired warrior. A lot more then he'd let on, but a knowing look cast shadows across his face just the same. He watched the grape that pegged her noggin roll across the floor as she went into her tale. Tilting his head back a measure as she admitted to being a runaway slave. He just sort of looked down his nose at her from his vantage. "Mind your tongue, or you'll lose it." He supplied coldly, but with no hint of humor to him as he not so gently
[19:33] UnformedThought (daricmarano): reminded her of her manners.
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[19:35] Nicholas Sylvanus (nicholas.crisp) shook his head, "Stop. Remove emotion. Answer the questions I ask. Do not elaborate or provide more." He cast a wary glance toward Dimitri, "The woman who loaned this one to you - she is a friend or foe?" His focus returned to Elvy. He came up to you and questioned you about what? Other than your hair, was there any other perceived offense? You stated you were dressed in a free person's clothing. Is it not fair, then, to expect anyone in the city to treat you as a free, if you're not soliciting for sexual favors or kneeling in front of the man? Were you wearing a collar? Earrings? Was there any outward appearance that required him to ask for those papers, other than your accent was strange or your hair wasn't pinned up properly?"
[19:42] Elvy (instantstorm) had seemed to forget her place while being questioned. She was so damn nervous it was hard to remember to be proper and kind. To remain in her slave role and slave head space. Daric quickly reminded her and she would tense as his words came from the side of her. "I'm sorry, Master." She didn't turn to him, her head sort of lowered as her eyes looked to Nicholas' sandals a moment.
She'd soon look back up as he started to speak. Now Nicholas was being sharp with her and she felt like she should have ran this time. Should have ran as soon as the 'cops' aka scribes walked up that path.
"Yes, Master." She started to tremble every so slightly as she focused on the next question for her. Shaking her head, "Initially he came up to me questioning why I was dressed for the cold when it was rather warm out. I had on a long sleeve dress with fur lining, and a heavy fur around my shoulders. I don't remember him mentioning my hair. Oh, he did question me about why I wasn't wearing a veil. I remember that now. And
[19:42] Elvy (instantstorm): yes, I was dressed as a free. I wasn't kneeling and I da...I mean and no I wasn't soliciting, Master. No, I wasn't wearing a collar either, Master." She kept shaking her head. "No earrings, no." She thought on it more. "It was a stressful night, I don't remember everything. He didn't start out asking for my papers. I don't exactly remember why it go to that. I believe I had told him I was from the north, thinking I was pulling it off and he questions my accent. Thinking I was a liar and then he stopped my current Mistress. He wanted to check if I was branded. There was a lot that happened that night, Master. I don't really want the man to get in trouble."
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[19:47] UnformedThought (daricmarano) would swivel his eyes to Nicholas. "Lady Valeria? She's neither. An associate at best." He supplied, but he would spare a look back to Elvy with a wild glint in his eyes. He admitted easily. He swiveled his eyes to Elvy as she complied and readjusted herself. Composed, he slid his tongue against his teeth as they were bared. Yet, he looked at her quiet trembling from his vantage. A curious expression on her tale. It seemed a lot of assumption on the warrior's part and conclusions made with no legal standing for them. Granted, most warriors thought themselves above the law. "So, let me get this straight...you were hiding as a free, pretending to be a northerner in a southern city and you thought....no one would look at you suspiciously? Come on...you don't have mush for brains in there...riight? Still, legally even playing dress up pretend, as an alleged free woman it seems a reach of power..."
[19:49] Nicholas Sylvanus (nicholas.crisp) turned toward to the lady scribe, "Lady Kati, it seems we have a situation of which came first, the vulo or the egg." His comments were solely directed to her, "I look forward to discussing this with you, if you have more time tonight." He nodded toward the slave, then to Dimitri, "You are correct, Sir. And she would have been found guilty, probably whipped publicly and sent to the city kennels." He once again turned toward the scribe, "Do you have any questions for the slave or the Vintner, Lady Kati?"
[19:50] Kati Evans: Not at this time.
[19:53] Elvy (instantstorm) was terrified of where this would all go. And yet she felt like she had to keep going down the path or face punishment anyway, damned if you do, damned if you don't sort of thing.
Daric's comments got another glance back from her, damn she really was starting to loathe him. Her she was trembling and he called out her desperate attempt at freedom. Yes, he'd get a glare but she looked back towards Nicholas.
The men had told her not to answer with emotion, and yet it was her biggest enemy. The emotions she couldn't control. Fear and anxiety, she wasn't thinking straight even now. She'd look right to Nicholas, "So if he stopped me without reason and that led to me ultimately submitting to my Mistress. Does that mean that if he was wrong I should be freed then?"
Yes, she was smarter than that, and yet she had just asked it.
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[19:56] UnformedThought (daricmarano) inclined his head to Nicholas. "Sir you should come join me for a wine tasting at your leisure." He swiveled his eyes back to Elvy a moment at the mention of a public whipping and sentenced to the kennels. Punishment enough, but instead she found a nice cushion in the Lady Physician. Who pawned her off on him. A flat look for it. He dipped his chin to Kati just the same. "Well met both of you, we should all gather socially when less business is on the tab.." Gesturing widely to the kajira standing on front of him. He laughed wildly. "Fuck no, pretending to be a free person and one person's misguided attempts to power grab doesn't justify your actions to wind up in the situation in the first place. Lady Valeria being there to cushion your fall, does not rescue you from your crime. Nor excuse, this warrior. Two things can be true at once."
[19:58] Nicholas Sylvanus (nicholas.crisp) nodded, "And now I seek out the man. As for Lady Valeria, consider yourself fortunate, slave, that she was there to advocate for you and accept your submission." He dipped his chin toward Dimitri, "I worked here, for the other Vintner, it was a hobby of mine, that of sommelier. I'd studied with one here in Selnar, and then in Venna, where my mother's family hails. I look forward tasting - " The slave's question produced a chuckle, "You finally understand. The laws are clear. A woman can't be forced into a collar. They are either sentenced to it for their behavior, or they submit. Unfortunately, you not only confessed to a lack of manumission papers, when you should have remained quiet and informed the man he had no right to ask for them, but you performed the act of submission. You will not go free." At D's summation of it all, his chuckle turned into laughter. "I'll taste your wine and give you my notes on it, and you can teach me the art of brevity. Fewer words, more impact."
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[20:03] Elvy (instantstorm) had Daric's answer right there in her ear. All while he was smoozing, wining and dining she was being told that she was basically dumb for asking.
She'd turn to Daric and now her emotions were at a high level. She almost reached up to grab his scarf off around his shoulders but she would pull her hands back down, little fist waving about as she spoke. "I was captured by pirates. It wasn't my doing, I was enslaved by them. It was illegal! What they did was illegal! They peddled me like a common beast, city to city building paperwork. I was never a slut or in the wrong. It was all illegal! I should never have been enslaved!"
She would turn from him towards Nicholas, "I was a scribe in the Glorious Ar, an intern studying to be a legal scribe." She'd look to Kati, "Beware, you could end up like me some day." She would take a deep breath after her bit of shouting and getting it out. Shaking her head at all the bad decisions she'd made.
"I should have done different, yes." And again she turned to Daric,
[20:03] Elvy (instantstorm): "May I go to the villa, Master? Please?"
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[20:07] UnformedThought (daricmarano) swiveled his eyes to Nicholas. "Hand written notes I expect. On the quality, taste and flavor and six different, no eight different ways I can improve the key notes in the production process." He offered satire back to the scribe, he smirked. He may feign being dull witted, but one of his favorite past times was debating with the scribes. Or the smart people as he dubbed them. A glint of mischief to his eyes either way. "Hmm, you want more impact? Get crass. I'll teach you the ancient art of the swear word, get a little messy.." He rumbled like it was playtime. AND then his mood was ruined by a that mouthy slave beside him. His eyes went dark. He clicked his tongue against the roof of his mouth, before he would swivel his eyes back to Kati. "This slave is mouthy, she will regret that insult in short order." He moved his arm up as she turned to him. Lightning fast was that move and snap of his hand around her throat. He gave her no quarter as his hand squeezed the air from her throat with all the strength
[20:07] UnformedThought (daricmarano): of a man behind it. "This was enlightening, you two should come again." He said with a turn of his head and set of his eyes on the two scribes as if he wasn't giving the girl a hand necklace for her mouth.
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[20:11] Nicholas Sylvanus (nicholas.crisp) turned toward Kati and pointed to the path, "Shall we, then?" Nicholas found the slave's outburst to be even more humorous, "Glorious Ar? I'm of the mind all women of Ar belong in chains, serving Free. You do realize this is Cos, yes?" There were long recorded histories of animosity between the two empires. She would find no sympathetic ear. As he departed, he called back to the Vintner, "in triplicate and with my official seal, of course." he understood the man's humor, though he, himself, would rarely display that side of him. He heard the man's forewarning, so he watched, "Lady Kati, please note that any marks left on the slave were not by my hand." And that, in truth, was why he'd asked the woman to accompany him.
[20:11] Kati Evans: Follows Nickolas away down th path.
[20:14] Second Life: Teleport completed from Island of Cos (238,122,32)
You are now at Isles of Selnar, Cosian Coast (68, 72, 22)
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