Crystal escort

[Nephrite]

"This place really bristles you." Moore says with a laugh. "I'll work on that." He flies up to knock on the door to the mansion!

[Anastasia]

The door opens slowly, revealing...a short, squat goblin, rotund. He's dressed in finery and has a seemingly eternal scowl as he eyes both of you. Clearing his throat quickly on seeing Cresiel, "Yes?"

[Nephrite]

"Hello." Moore says. "My name is Duke Moore of Celestia. I believe I'm expected."

He offers a bow of introduction.

[Anastasia]

The goblin inclines his head forward, "Come in."

You are lead through a palatial manor, decorated with all kinds of wealth. Showy wealth, massive wealth. It's not piles of gold and jewels everywhere like a dragon, but it's close. You're taken to a sitting room clad in amber and gold, shining bright as the goblin gestures at a table in the corner. There is a drink set and snacks, "What will you have?" he asks, brusquely.

[Nephrite]

Moore holds up a hand and shakes his head.

"I'm fine, but I appreciate the offer." Moore says with a smile.

[Anastasia]

"Really? The master had it prepared for you," The goblin says, "It's the finest tea from the warm shores of Arborea. The finger cakes are made our chef as well, one of the best in Brightwater." He frowns, "You two look like you could use a good meal." he slaps the side of his considerable gut, wobbling back and forth.

[Nephrite]

Moore lets out a laugh. "I truly appreciate the offer."

Take 10 on Sense Motive for 67, is there anything more to this offer?

[Anastasia]

The butler seems nervous beneath his facade.

[Nephrite]

Moore smiles and reaches into his pocket as if he's considering something.

'Cresiel, he's nervous about something. I think this is some sort of trap, or something else is going on.'

"Well, I suppose it'd be rude to turn down such an offer. I'll have one of the drinks, please." He says.

[Anastasia]

Cresiel smiles slightly. "Likewise," he says.

The butler goes and pours two cups of tea, waddling on over and presenting them to the two of you.

[Nephrite]

"You're not having any?" Moore asks. "Please, it'd be rude of us to partake without a host doing so as well."

A truly diplomatic smile follows after that.

[Anastasia]

Diplo, just for giggles.

[Nephrite]

Take 10 for 105. :)

[Anastasia]

"Ah...it's not my place to," The goblin says quickly, "That is, it's not proper and..."

Cresiel meanwhile takes his tea, though he doesn't drink any, gaze on the goblin all the while.

[Nephrite]

"You know that this is probably the oldest trick in the book, right?" Moore asks. "So, let's not waste any more time. What is this about?"