[ACTION]

[sexualhealing]

[So Inigo might not know where the rest of the army is. He might be lost! He might be in terrible danger!]

[But that's not important in Highcrest's brothel, chatting up the ladies]

Hey there.

Comments

action;

[teabear]

[Maribelle is not a goer of the brothel (no, she is much more respectable than that), but when she passes by and just manages to catch a glimpse of a familiar boy from outside, she storms inside. Daintily, of course.]

[From behind him:] . . . Yes, greetings.

[sexualhealing]

It's a pleas--[Oh. Damn] H-Hi Maribelle! Long time no see!

[teabear]

Quite. Did you arrive just now?

[sexualhealing]

That's right. Do you know where the others are?

[teabear]

A few, all of whom are not here.

[A pointed look. Why are you here?]

[sexualhealing]

[Oh, it's a judging look]

Well, it seems I took a wrong turn along the way and found myself here! I'm praising my good fortune.

[teabear]

You're rather fortunate that I saw you from outside, though I question your decision to visit the brothel, of all places, in such a dire situation. It's time to leave. Immediately.

[sexualhealing]

But... what about a drink? Five minutes of relaxation?

[teabear]

. . . No. Immediately. Come along, now.

[sexualhealing]

[I CAN NEVER CATCH A BREAK]

Yes, ma'am.

[teabear]

[Once she's brought themselves a good couple yards away from the brothel, she spins around, her grip on the parasol readjusting.]

I presume you've met with the King and Queen. Whom else have you seen? No one from the army?

[sexualhealing]

I haven't met anyone I know as of yet.

[teabear]

. . . Understandable. Our numbers have dwindled significantly since our arrival. Most likely, you and I are the only residents of this district from the army.

[sexualhealing]

I don't understand. Were we all here and some of us ... left?

[teabear]

Yes, exactly. Surely you've noticed our absence? Even Chrom was here for a brief period. Lissa, as well . . .

[sexualhealing]

It did seem odd that I lost sight of you so quickly.

[teabear]

I dearly hope that the army didn't lose itself to utter chaos when Chrom disappeared so suddenly. Perhaps he's found a way back if he's no longer here . . .

[sexualhealing]

If anyone can find a way, it's Chrom.

[teabear]

Hm! Of course. And if he's found a way, then Lissa has followed him, no doubt.

[sexualhealing]

I'm sure they're fine.

How have you been, Maribelle?

[ACTION]

[suckonit]

[Well he's not a lady, but he just so happens to be hanging out with all the ladies in the brothel. Not as a customer, mind you. But Inigo doesn't know that... yet. He usually pointedly ignores the male patrons but hey, this guy said hi first (sort of).]

You're barking up the wrong tree, buddy. [Because obviously sex is the only reason you'd be talking to him.]

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[sexualhealing]

Oh, no, no, not you! My apologies.

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[criminalities]

[ Gaius is here only for a drink, and to do a little trading around. He can't pick up chicks... 1) he's not interested, 2) it would probably break Maribelle's heart. Because they're married, or something. Who knows?

Inigo's comment gets him a little smile, and Gaius turns to meet him. Ha. silyl kid. ]

I appreciate the sentiment buddy, but I go after other types of sweets. If you catch my drift.

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[sexualhealing]

I wasn't referring to you.

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[criminalities]

Ah, I'm so brokenhearted now!

[ It's a joke, clearly. Gaius looks to the girl he was trying to talk to, only to have her blissfully engaged in something else. Oh no, that's won't do.

It's wingman time! ]

You want to talk to her? All right, I'll back you up - no need for thanks. Let's do this!

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[sexualhealing]

You will? Splendid!

[action]

[trustsnone]

[She is a lady, and she does happen to work here, which means it's definitely part of her job description to turn with a smile.]

Hello.

Re: [action]

[sexualhealing]

You look particularly stunning today.

[action]

[trustsnone]

'Particularly?'

[The question is delivered lightly, so he knows she's teasing.]

I don't recall that we've met before - how would you know whether I looked more stunning today than any other?

Re: [action]

[sexualhealing]

My eyes would never deceive me in this.

[action]

[trustsnone]

A very particular talent, then.

Re: [action]

[sexualhealing]

It's served me well!

[action]

[trustsnone]

Oh, I imagine so.

So have you come simply to exercise this talent of yours?

Re: [action]

[sexualhealing]

Not at all.

[action]

[trustsnone]

[She laughs softly.]

So what have you come here for? Anything I can help you with?

Re: [action]

[sexualhealing]

Why not a drink first to get to know each other?

[action]

[trustsnone]

[She inclines her head slightly.]

A fine plan. What can I fetch you?

Re: [action]

[sexualhealing]

Tea would be nice.

[action]

[trustsnone]

[That gives her a bit of pause - it's not the usual fare her clients ask for. But she simply smiles and excuses herself.]

Of course. Just one moment.

[She returns a short while later with an elegant tea service on a small tray, which she sets down and serves two cups from, placing one in front of him.]

Re: [action]

[sexualhealing]

[Casually waiting at the table]

Ah, thank you.

[action]

[trustsnone]

[She sits across from him, sipping from her own cup, and eyes him curiously.]

You're not quite the usual customer we get in here, are you?