Looming poison (Moore)

[Ebiris]

Afina listens to all of it and at the end mentions, "I felt momentarily ill yesterday. I'd thought it was something from the lich we were hunting, but perhaps there's a connection?" Not that she's even a fey anymore, but perhaps she still counts as close enough for such things?

[Nephrite]

Moore nods to Afina. "I think we should work on the assumption that it is." He looks to Skye and Illsenine. "Your Majesty, considering the importance of this, should we have Crystal recalled back to Aurora immediately?"

[Anastasia]

"It might be," Queen Ilsenine considers, "Can you think of anyone else in Aurora who might know beyond our court, Afina?"

A short nod, "Yes, she will be back soon."

[Ebiris]

"No one I can think of," she shakes her head. Why would a non-fey know more about that which is most sacred to their kind?

[Nephrite]

"Actually, Crystal is the one who ate the fruit, right?" Moore says. "That's... probably the connection."

[Anastasia]

"Pursue that," Queen Ilsenine orders, "As soon as Crystal returns."

[Ebiris]

"Barring any surprise business I should still be on Aurora for the next few days. Have Elena fetch me if I'm needed?" Afina says, going now to the laboratory to catch up on her orders, or maybe make something nice for herself.

[Anastasia]

What are you two going to do in the meantime?

Due to lag on Cor's end due to his computer issues, it'll probably be at least a few days until Crystal gets back. Bear that in mind.

[Ebiris]

You mentioned in chat that there might be quests I could do to upgrade Afame, any leads on that and if there's anything I can knock out in the time given?

[Nephrite]

We're still a few days out on the dragon and Moore doesn't want to start any adventures that are long-term since they have a looming problem. I suppose he'll just see if he can rally some spirits or help out with anything for the time being.

EDIT: He'd be happy to help drum up business for Calleigh's thing, also. Or help create something.

[Anastasia]

I'll move you into your own thread, Afina.

Moore wanders Aurora a bit, seeing what's going on and what's happening. He ends up Mirajane - almost literally, as she comes around a corner a little sharp. Somehow she knows precisely where to move to prevent it at the last moment. As you fly by, unable to stop but not hitting her, "Hello, Moore," she greets, "You're seeking spirits to soothe?"

[Nephrite]

Moore blinks, then seems to realize something as their paths cross. "Oh, yes, that's correct." He nods a few times. "I've been rather remiss in that lately... I pride myself on motivation and being uplifting and haven't really put it to any application here."

[Anastasia]

"Aurora is driven. The Crusade sustains many here in all its forms, from justice to revenge." Mirajane stops and walks with you instead, changing her course. "There's one person I know you can help."

[Nephrite]

Moore smiles and nods. "Yes, it's been a bit of a culture shock." He flies along with her. "Of course, who is it? ...Actually, once all is said and done, I may sit with you for a time, I've heard about your feats of clairvoyance -- it's something I aspire to."

[Anastasia]

"I'm a natural, it's simply what I am. We all serve the same purpose in the end," Mirajane says, "That person is myself." As you walk the halls, quiet and well away from other people, "Our purpose is to liberate Lifasa. Once that is done, what do we do? Do we break apart to live our lives, standing in defiance of diabolical retribution? Do we stay together and fight further, until we break or Hell is no more? Do we seek refuge beyond Hell's reach and accept our time is past?"