2014.09.25:Of Books and Burglaries pt6
| Of Books and Burglaries pt6 | |
|---|---|
| Epilogue | |
| IC Date | Sunday |
| IC Time | Around midnight |
| Players | Silvester (Storyteller), Silvana, Zeta, Madeline, Sharpe, and Jax |
| Location | Prospect |
| Prp/Tp | Of Books and Burglaries |
| Spheres | Vampire |
Log
Silvana is in her warehouse, yes she has one of those, actually she has a lot of things people don't always know. She sets up the computer and she hooks up the phone. Once she is sure that everything is set up to make the call and trace the number she will make the call
The phone rings and the computer kicks into gear. After a few rings there's an click, and a strange voice answers, "Hello... Do you still have it?" it's not disguised.. it's mechanical. The computer starts to zero in.. North America..
Silvana breaths into the phone seeing what the other person will do
"I suggest you answer. I will be most displeased if you do not. I have already sent someone to collect it." The computer says eastern seaboard. Then, Africa, Northern Africa, Eastern Europe...
Silvana pauses then laughs a bit mad, it's fitting isn't it from a mad man. She keeps watching the computer to pin point at least some of the numbers have started to show up just not all.
The system then stops.. "Fatal Error" on the screen, "Oh.. you're someone new.... I wonder what that means." the voice says and warnings start going off on your own computer, it's own safeguards telling you your phone is now being traced by something more powerful than your computer.. possibly more powerful than a dozen of your own computers. "You shouldn't have tried to trace this phone..." the emotionless computer voice tells you.
Silvana didn't use her phone she used his phone that had the number. Her number won't be on the computer either. She sees this and hits a buttong to scramble the ip address as she lowers her voice to try and not sound like her "No but I got what you want" with that she ends the call.
The call ends with the trace decripting your scambler over California.. It doesn't confirm Prospect.. but that is where the Kindred told the other to come for the book.
The Prince is holding court. He sits comfortably though his spine is straight, his posture perfect and there's a presence to him in his every action. His eyes look over you all consideringly, finally coming to rest on Jax.
Madeline arrives with her escort and nods for him to remain behind as she steps forward with the grace of Toreador to stand just beind Jax's right shoulder
Jax stands before his Prince, proud to have his infrequent personal attention. He bows low before Prince Casman, "My lord." addressing him as he rises, meeting the taller man's eyes confidently.
Zeta seems all too happy to remain toward the rear of the group and avoid drawing any undue attention to himself.
Sharpe shifts his weight, settling into the comfortable stance of a man who's used to being put on guard duty, his gaze flickers idly about as he takes in surroundings
"Dear Seneschal, I believe you have something for me?" he says softly. He has the kind of voice that doesn't need to raise, the softness only makes people strain to listen and focus on each word.
Madeline sinks into a respectful curtsey, lowering her golden head in respect before rising again with a murmered "Your Grace" as she then waits for Jax to make the presentation
Zeta follows the lead of both the Seneschal and the Keeper of Elysium, managing a stiff bow himself. It's clearly something he's not used to doing, but in any case, the relief on his face is evident as it seems he won't be called upon to do any talking.
Jax smiles broadly, "That i do, my lord." Head turning to Silvana with a gesture to the prince. "Ms vega, if you would. Present Prince casman our discoveried." Turning back to the prince, "I am certain, you will be pleased with the Coterie's findings."
Silvana was happily in the back out of sight and just standing perfectly in attention and quiet as her name is mention she steps forward to take Jax's side she bows to the prince and offers to him the three objects, the book, a ring and a gem.
Prince Peter nods to Madeline, "Primogen and Keeper of the Elysium.." he then claims the book carefully from Silvana, ignoring the other artifacts for now but not dismissing her as she offers them. He turns the volume over in his hands and thumbing the cover curiously before setting it aside. "First, I want to note that I have looked into your progress. I must say that invading a vampire's haven, even a trespasser and assaulting him is risky business. California has never been friendly to the Camarilla and I don't want to give the indigenous population a reason to distrust us. I would appreciate a touch more caution in the future. We now have a body to preserve for an indeterminant period during which we will gain little information from him.. not that much was likely to be gained if he is as mad as you say, but we could have at least set the Malkavian primogen with that little task.." His gaze remains firmly on Jax, the slightest of frowns on his lips to show his displeasure. Then he shrugs, "However, I would like to praise your tenacity and ruthlessness as well as that of your team. Furthermore, your manner of subduing him makes it unlikely to be traced back the Camarilla should any 'friends' come looking. You have done me an honorable service for which I am indebted to you." Giving his speech, he then looks down at the artifacts and lifts each one briefly before setting them back into Silvana's grasp, "It's been a long time since I was presented with tangible treasures, care to explain?"
Madeline folds her delicate hands before her, eyes lingering upon the ring and gem that refused to reveal their secrets to her, listening and waiting should the Prince's attention fall upon her
Sharpe shifts his weight again, keeping quiet as he lets his gaze flicker from person to person
Zeta keeps listening, seeming a bit more relaxed with each passing moment the focus remains off of him and on someone else. Every so often, he seems to catch himself staring at the ground before making a concerted effort to look at something, anything else.
Jax notes the displeasure, though remains proud of the accomplishment. "The baubles presented are artifacts of note. The ring appears to be Martinelli's Ring of Clear Thought. Both a boon and a bane to those of the broken mirror. Able to stave off madness when worn, yet ravishes the mind when remived. The gem Eye of the Gangrel. Allows sight where no sight can be found."
Silvana keeps her head bowed and just holding out the ring and gem to the prince in a bowed possition as Jax explains what the items are.
Madeline brushes golden hair behind her ear delicately and listens
Prince Peter nods, "I have heard of Eyes of the Gangrel.. but not Martinelli's Ring.. an impressive find. Consider the trinkets offered to you and your Coiterie as part of my thanks. I know others were of assistance to you as well, and I would not want to leave them without recognition."
Jax bows low with the prince's offer of the gracious gift. "Your kindness and recognition are appreciated by all. Thank you, my lord." A subtle gesture to silvana allowing her to step back now.
Silvana feels Jax's guesture and steps back standing besides him holding the items in her hand.
The Prince nods, "Let it be known that for your service I grant to your coiterie a minor boon. I leave it up to the group to determine the nature of that boon. Now... Is there anything else?" he asks, looking over the group curiously.
Madeline curtsies again to the Prince "Your Grace, merci for your generosity" she smiles "By your leave, I shall attend to the duties of my office"
Jax smiles with the offered reward, pleased in his team's efforts and success. Stepping aside, he offers the floor to the others. It is not often, who will take it.
Zeta steps forward and manages another stiff bow to the Prince, "Much obliged, Your Grace." He state before straightening back up and taking a step backward. He doesn't seem to have anything else to say, instead taking the time to look amongst the group, watching if anyone else decides to take advantage of the opportunity.
The Prince gives Madeline a nod and a slight dismissive wave of his hand. He looks over the others. The eyes move onto Zeta watching the bow, and smirking a little he gives the man a nod to accept his gratitude.
Madeline inclines her head with deepest respect to the Prince and then to Jax before she turns to go, indicating Sharpe to follow her
Sharpe shifts from his guard stance, moving easily to Madeline's side as she signals him
"One last question... What did you do with the ghoul?" the Prince asks, obviously not referring to Silvana.
Jax steps forward once again. "He is left to run affairs while his master sleeps. He will be none thev wiser to his master's fate."
The Prince nods, "Very well.. you are dismissed..." he says with a wave of his hand.
Jax takes Silvana by the hand, departing with his lord's wave.
Zeta gives a nod, pulls a quick about-face, and follows in the wake of Jax and Silvana.
Silvana is leaded out by Jax bowing to the Prince as she still holds the treasures in her hand.
A few days later, a mysterious man is in a cheap motel, when he receives a text.. "Return." Without a word he packs up the torture devices, and books a plane ticket, leaving town that night.
