Labalyn's memorial

[Nephrite]

If Kossuth decides to go to war over so many allies, that's his own foolishness.

I ask you to help with a matter with Kossuth; We have found a treasure of the Incarnations he wishes to take from us. I am hopeful your words may be able to help him see reason.

[Nephrite]

i can only imagine.

[Anastasia]

There shall be three dreams and three favors. Do you accept?

[Corwin]

"If there is nothing that can match this prize for you, Lord of Flames, why do you continue to negotiate? Do you doubt that Celestia will deliver on its promise? Or is it that you recognize that possession is nine-tenth of the law, and Kaja here could simply force the issue?" Seira counters, allowing the other dragon to overhear.

[Nephrite]

It may not ultimately be necessary with Seira's negotiation, but it's better to be safe than sorry in this situation.

Yes, Your Majesty.

[Anastasia]

Kaja merely holds his position, keeping the seed tight to his chest.

> roll 1d100
<Penuche> Kotono invokes Penuche's magic: < 10 > [d100=10]

Fact of the matter here is that there's still some luck involved in such a venture.

A pause. A long pause.

At last the flames around Kaja fade down and the presence around him is gone.

[Corwin]

Seira extends a hand to Kaja, and another to Kascha. Then, she absconds with both of them to Hope's Landing.

[Nephrite]

Moore relaxes somewhat as he waits for Kaja's arrival.

[Anastasia]

Thus Kaja returns safe and sound, with the divine seed. "Bahamut's co-" he begins, then stops with a glance at Kascha. "Ahem." A breath,"Here, it's done," he passes the seed to Moore. "We succeeded."

Now then Moore, for services rendered, tell me more about how you plan to grow Hope's Landing's mercantile ventures. I do believe I have a sudden, large interest in these affairs.

Three dreams and three favors. My first is that I may hold and dream of that precious seed you have obtained.

[Corwin]

"I don't need anything myself, although it's fine if you want to reward Kascha dearest for her help," Seira tells Moore. "As for Kossuth, providing him with Baynard's Sword, Shamar and the Burn-Burn Tree, artifacts of Fire that were last seen in Celestial hands, should go a long way towards smoothing over matters. You don't want Fire to turn against yourself or Celestia, Moore."

[Nephrite]

Moore glances off to the side for a moment, then he smiles slightly.

Of course, Lady Waukeen. If you'll give me some time, I'll be happy to come and explain things to you personally.

A pause.

Of course, Your Majesty. I can bring it to you, if you'd like - or I can simply dream and let you in, as it were.

A bow to both Kascha and Seira as he takes the seed.

"Thank you both very much. I really hope I didn't ruin your diplomatic endeavors with Kossuth, Seira. I will see about getting those and more returned to Kossuth. Let me-- oh!"

He shocks himself at his own surprise. "I was meaning to tell you, so now is as good a time as any. I met a gnome when we were searching for the seed in Arcadia. I... don't exactly know the story on how he got to where he is, but his name is Rosenose and you can find him in the Crown Crypts in Arcadia. I thought you might want to know."

He hadn't even had a chance to look, so he finally does look at the seed himself to see what potential it has in it.

[Corwin]

"I've seen them now and then," Seira agrees. "Did he ask about me, because of the God-King's judgement?"

[Nephrite]

"No, he didn't seem to know anything about it, other than - to quote him, 'something terrible had happened.'" Moore says. "I'm not sure if he can actually leave where he is, but I was going to go visit him when I could to make sure the world hadn't forgotten gnomes."

[Corwin]

"Creation sure made a decent effort after the war," Seira mutters. "Well, unless there was anything else? I don't mean to be curt, but I'm actually very busy at the moment. We can sit down properly at a better time."

[Nephrite]

"No, I thank you very much for your assistance. Please let me know if I can help you in any way." Moore says. "Kascha, if you're not busy, please stay."