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3-31-2021

A return to life

With a deep breath, the world of Earth Mystical opened its eyes from a slumber. The new year found SolomonBrand looking at his pocketwatch as the minute hand clicked to indicate the new year's arrival. SBoW and his sons, Khel, Tiberius, and Agamemnon (Aggie) were outside the property on Richards street, which has adjoining nature property, and that borders on forests near Toth Wynnd. Two ne'er do wells in blue capes were spying on them, and, when approached, took off into the forest, where they began 'hunting' SBoW and his boys. Showing their prowess, Khel and Tiberius turned the game on them. SBoW ignited a fireball in his hand to serve as a beacon, communicating telepathically with his sons. SBoW invited Aggie to detect the footfalls of the men in blue cloaks, amid the protestations that the younger son had nothing to do. An arrow was loosed at SBoW, and instinctively he moved out of its way.

Khel and Tiberius eventually caught them and, after a short struggle, bound them until their father and brother approached them. The quartet discovered these were boys, and heard many things form their mouths - including that someone had paid them to play a prank on SBoW. The captured duo later recanted their tale, saying that it was a dumb New Year's prank, and that them shooting arrows at SBoW was just trying to scare him off. SBoW taught Aggie how to make a mortal bubble, and the quartet sent the 2 through a magic doorway, causing them to begin vomiting profusely on the other side. This vomiting subsided after 30 minutes, by which time the guards Khel had gone to fetch had arrived, and took them into custody.

A Reunion

The 4 returned home and joined festivities with the family. Ahmine and Circe, SBoW's wives met him with some mild ribbing about choosing to chase boys in the forest, rather than celebrate the new year with them. SBoW greeted them each with a kiss, then turned to greet the rest of the family. SBoW hugged and greeted each of his daughters, Annabeth, Mirabella, Hathor Kate, and Ariadne. His Eldest Daughter, Shara wasn't present, as she was serving the Khelpi as part of her agreement to requisite service to become a titled noble. SBoW's sister, Melisande was at the house, and SBoW greeted her as well. The story was told numerous times while everyone celebrated together. SBoW gathered all in the house, family and staff to have a drink of the warm cider which was made specifically for this celebration. After a toast to a prosperous year, they all drank. A cup for Shara was shared between SBoW and his wives.

SBoW went off on his own and telepathically spoke briefly to Shara, and then went to find his wives. After declining an invitation to join Ahmine in her room, Circe went off to bed, while SBoW and Ahmine went to sleep.

A new Day

The morning found SBoW asleep, alone. The sounds of hustle and bustle were all around them as the children prepared themselves for a journey to Toth Barrickea for the Revel festival, a festival dedicated to fertility, virility and copulatory acts. Not precisely a family affair, but there were daytime activities better suited for families, and that was the intended reason for the visit. While looking for ways to help, SBoW encountered Arden, who he greeted with a kiss on the lips, meaning it as a close friends' kiss, but Arden was ready (as she always is with SBoW) to take it further. The kiss turned into a passionate embrace, after which they parted ways. When all was prepared, SBoW found Vima Sunrider and asked again if she would join them, to which his seneschal replied that she would not, but will enjoy a few days of leisure while SBoW is away. The younger children, who were not yet claimed by a magic order went with mAhmine who was able to travel instantly without causing illness for mortals. The balance went through a doorway which SBoW opened to the home in the center of Toth Barrickea's old town..

After arriving at the house, the family inspected the 4 floors of the building which surrounded a courtyard. This house was built in a style which was reminiscent of and tributary to Emberton, the home of SBoW and Meli's parents. All were presented with rooms of their own, and they began unpacking their things. The Main floor was set up to be an open area with common areas for gathering. The second floor held a suite of rooms for SBoW, Ahmine, and Circe. The floor also had rooms for the younger children on the other side. The third floor was for The 3 older children, with room for expansion for more rooms. These rooms were more stately than the younger children's rooms.

SBoW found Tiberius in his room and talked for a bit about blacksmithing, then Khel joined. The conversation turned into an open discussion about things of a more...intimate nature, and Khel sheepishly asked about how SBoW and his wives' relationship worked. Tiberius postulated that the question Khel really wanted to ask was whether they had sex together... all three of them. The men talked about that for a while, and then they dispersed. SBoW found Khel in his room, and was joined by Ahmine and Circe who overheard the tail end of a conversation about SBoW's balls being bigger than Khel's. The wives expressed shock when they heard this, and Khel jumped, to which SBoW replied "Seems like they are - I didn't get scared by them".

Festival prep

The family all went out to see the city as booths and tents were being set up. they wandered the streets until That only lasted a short time until everyone was ready to be done seeing the city. Khel and Tiberius took Hathor Kate to see some of the temples, while the wives and family returned home to go swimming, leaving SBoW alone to go to some of the temples in the city. He went to Ra's temple, and after finally being admitted, thanks to Cleopatra's interference, SBoW went to honor his patron, Ra. SboW got the impression that he should visit Ra in person soon. SBoW left the temple, and wandered, along with Cleo through the city, until they arrived at a booth which was not completely set up. Cleo called with her commanding voice "Front and center, Frog!" and a figure appeared. SboW recognized this person immediately, as it was his eldest daughter, Shara. There was some conversation about how proud SBoW should be of her, and how, when Shara was done, she wouldn't hesitate to leave someone suspended mid-air for a time if they harassed her more.

SBoW hugged Shara, and told her that there was a bath waiting for her at the house. Cleo and SBoW wandered towards the Pharaoh's Temple and the great tent city outside the walls as they talked. They talked about the reason of the festival being to bring the next generation of Khelpi. Khelpi were only female, and so they relied on men of the world to furnish them with children. Only the girls were kept, while the male children were sent to orphanages or to families outside the Khelpi to be raised. SBoW asked Cleo if she wanted to be a mother, and she replied "That's not really in the cards...magic users can't get pregnant, remember?". SBoW rebutted "Can't have children with mortals, you mean." Cleo and SBoW both realized what that meant, and Cleo asked SBoW if he was volunteering. SBoW agreed to be the father of Cleo's child, if she wanted. There was discussion of other possible Magic users, and something about a devil's threesome with SBoW's sons and Cleo not knowing which was the father.

SBoW marveled at the planning and the logistical excellence which went into the tent city. There was hot water created by solar heaters, food for those who didn't pack any, showering facilities, drinking water dispensaries... this was a place that could truly be a city if needed. Cleo told SBoW that this was already a profitable venture, and that they expected to see much more income over the next couple days. Cleo introduced SBoW to a Byblish street food which served a skewer of meat with a peanut sauce covering it. This was new to SBoW, and he loved it. He left Cleo and went to the Pharaoh's Temple and greeted all inside. After this, he returned home, and the rest of the evening was spent standing in lines at the vendor with his wives, fetching skewers of Satay. Shara returned home, and went to take a bath. SBoW took his oldest sons to go have a beer.

04/08/2021-04/11/2021

The accusation

Met Zosimus and Orion in the bar. Disagreement, Orion alleged Tiberius was an afterthought.

The rebuke

SBoW told Orion to get the F^&K out.

The invitation

Zosimus extended an invitation to SBoW and his family for the Olympiad in the summer.

The festival

The festival began, and the Uru-Mashentis enjoy the shopping. Ahmine takes it upon herself to spread the wealth among the shop keepers - a common thread through the whole festival.

The dancing and The frugging about

At night, the festival turns more lewd. Boundaries are still respected throughout the festival, though at times it gets a little much. Eventually, Mirabella and Annabeth were allowed to participate in the early parts of the festival, before it turned too... adult.

The "experience of a lifetime"

SBoW, Ahmine, and Circe all decided that it would be best to sleep together from now on. this was a result of some very, very worked up people, ending in the greatest sexual experience ever.

The fall to men

Moms and Dad decided that it was time for their sons to become men, and so SBoW told Khel and Ti to lose their virginity at the festival. They made a bet of it, and both accomplished the task.

The arrangement

Orson the 1st's first son, the crown prince, the heir apparent to Wynnd, Frederik was involved in the same arrangement as were Khel and Ti. SBoW arranged for it to happen with a Khelpi, named Joni.

The agitation

SBoW asked his wives how they'd feel about a third wife, admitting that he had feelings for Arden. They said that they would make it work if that's what SBoW wanted. They weren't overly happy about it.

The discussion(s)

There was a lot... A LOT of discussions between the family about things of a sexual nature, including Tiberius and Mirabella's mutual attraction and denial. Annabeth seemed to get to the stage of obsession over things related to sex. She went as far as to peek on moms and dad one evening, when she was caught by Melisande, then by her parents. The same night, Tiberius was caught fooling around with Shyeni, and went to wait in Tiberius' room. the pair burst in and melted to a puddle of flesh, then SBoW was spotted, causing Shyeni to panic and flee immediately.

Discussions also occurred with SBoW and Shara about how she was alone and lonely. SBoW worked with Colleen to get a way for her to feel less like that. Things got good there.

The confession

SBoW confessed to Arden that he loved her, and they discussed how it would work. The only way for it to work for SBoW was that Arden would be willing to court his wives and his children to become part of the parent group.

The heartbreak

The only way it would work for Arden is if SBoW left his other wives and gave himself to her, only. So there was an impasse, and a parting, agreeing that they'd been dealt a bad hand.

The rekindling

SBoW rekindled the friendship and closeness with Cleopatra, eventually taking her to a café in Oerendia where thy talked about a number of things, including whether Cleo would ever be interested in becoming a wife to SBoW. This was brought on by discussions earlier at the festival about SBoW possibly fathering a child for Cleo.

The rebuff

Cleopatra didn't want anything except to be the leader of the Khelpi. That's what she's wanted her whole life, and is more important to her than the magical order.

The Heliopolitic visit

Pharaoh had immensely focused control of his power when he took the mantle. Ra showed the memories he had saved in a book to Pharaoh. This book showed to Pharaoh all the things which Ra felt were failings. they discussed that the best thing for Pharaoh to do was to rely on his best judgment, and his thousands of years of experience.

The Pharaoh's instructions

To The High Priestess, Pharaoh appeared in person at the Perch. Be excellent to each other. The order should have been at the festival, proclaiming the word. Be present for the Social events - the tournaments, etc. Continue to develop and grow.

The unclassified detritus

SBoW acquired all of the houses surrounding the pool and adjacent the house they stayed in in Toth Barrickea. It's called the four corners There was a meeting of the order, to which SBoW showed up. Gretchen talked to SBoW about a few things - CAMUs, Cleo on the path, etc.

The Move

The Uru-Mashentis decided that it would be best to renovate the house on Richards st. As a result, they began doing maintenance on Foreston keep, and were planning to move there. They reacquainted themselves with Wolframm and Serene. This is the smallest house Ahmine's ever lived in... ever.

4-22-2021

The fashion show

Girls bought dresses and we got some for Ahmine

Convo with Shara

Done did me wrong - I know you didn't mean it, but you did it. all good afterwards. Shara looking deadly.

Convo with wives

Shara, Hurt feelings, E&A 50th, Calypso, Sticking together, Bast is dad's GF. Came up with words to shout at them in their native tongues, meaning 'wife' Ahmine: Yunaika, Circe: Zhena

Convo with Gretchen

Clarified instructions from Heliopolis, talked about Arden some.

The Pitch

Bella and Anna pitched the idea that they should accompany us to the Old Castle Island. Sold the pitch hard. Andrew is going, he's younger than 17. Were told no because of the RSVP and the invite said specific ages. promised to do something special later just for them.

Visiting Family

Went to see Steadig and asked if we could come visit for Aldentide. Was cool with him. Later came wit Meli, Circe and Ahmine. Reacquainted with Mayen, Joachim, and Larissa. Steadig worried that they will end up lonely - unmarried, sad and tired in the town that's failing. Made a deal with Steadig to have the three come live with SBoW in Forreston and learn about the world, find spouses (hopefully). Will leave their home town in 4 weeks, will be in Forreston in 5.5 weeks.

The arrangements

Talked to Barnabas about opening a new shop in Forreston. Weaponsmithy. "Whatever it takes, Buy it." Also talked about Jewelrysmithing - Barnabas knows a couple, will get to come and participate. Discussed finding a spot near the tournament grounds. Told BArnabas to move his family if he needed to. Talked about a large bonus for keeping shop in T.W. running at current level, getting product moving out the door in 6 weeks in Forreston. Talked to Vima, told her to pay whatever - up to 200g (2 million USD) and get apartments and a house for Barnabas.

Misc

Showed the dagger from Eginhard to Steadig and the group there in Oerendia. Also showed to Barnabas (MasterSmith using SBoW's name... based in Toth Wynnd)

Bought a dress for Bast - hiding it on the Private Island

4-27-2021

Conversations overheard poolside

Who to marry to Nicodemus - Rantic and Pashra

Why is my virginity important to everyone - Meli and Shara

Unapproachable Uru-Mashentis - Thomas Torbrand and a guest

The island run

SBoW offered 10 gold to either of his boys if they could beat Shara in a race on the island they failed.

The mystery

Went exploring with Tiberius, found ruins in a dense jungle. Near the top of the mountain is a wall, with houses barely reclaimed by the jungle. It was a strange thing to find. SBoW and Shara fell from 10k feet towards the mountain, picking a landing spot to go investigate. As they approached, they were flung miles away by some invisible force. They landed in water and were drenched. SBoW used his magic to dry off his clothes, and freaked out some people by the pool.

The sitchy with Ahmine

Ahmine's not been feeling well for weeks, and it's finally starting to show. SBoW asked her about it, and mentioned that he's been wanting to talk to her for a while, anyway. Asked if she would bear him another child. Called

Circe to discuss, the three agreed that there would be 2 new babies at the same time. Circe recommended that We get Vordai to check her out, and possibly heal her of the condition that made it so difficult to bear HathorKate. Vordai came, and healed her, but it was the most uncomfortable 5 minutes Ahmine had been through since birthing children. SBoW and Circe went off to SBoW's Island to make a baby.

miscellanie

Talked to Cornelius, told him a little about Archer Luminex

Played with the younger Luminex children - kinda scared Owen.

05-13-2021

The Recounting

The Uru-Mashenti family listened to Treestump as he regaled them with the tale of his finding, conquering and losing with the tribe in the Tekampan forests.

The Reconsideration

Melisande and Shara went with the boys to the younger peoples' games. Melisandewas convinced that perhaps it's not a bad thing to let one of these virile young men treat her right for an evening.

The Remembrance

SolomonBrand and his wives left the dinner party and went to sit and take in the view on the island. SolomonBrand told Ahmine and Circe that he'd been thinking a lot of Calypso and her people recently. They told him they were glad he'd shared with them. He told them that he was sure that Calypso would have loved the both of them. The reciprocated the same, saying that they are certain they would have loved her, as well. (unspoken, but nonetheless true - this made SolomonBrand extremely happy.) The Wives told SolomonBrand they were feeling a little left out, and told him there was not enough sexy time for either of them. The three chose to correct this egregious oversight.

The Reveal

After exercising SolomonBrand took his older kids home to give them some news. After Ahmine changed to an outfit she was saving for this time, SolomonBrand spun Ahmine to his chest, wrapped his arms around her and placed his hand on Ahmine's stomach, and then looked meaningfully at the assembled kids. Shara said that she had known - or at least was reasonably confident in her presumption. SolomonBrand then spun Circe into his arms as well, and Khel, Shara and Tiberius were all surprised at the implications.

The Reassignment (of assets)

SolomonBrand and Treestump agreed to meet for lunch, where they discussed an idea to sponsor, train and run a tournament team. They would also build an academy and attract people to pay for instruction by the best team. Details of the agreement:

• 1. When one member of the team wins the 1st place spot, all others in the finals will drop out with honor, allowing other competitors to have an opportunity to win. This is not meant to be a dominating force.
• 2. SolomonBrand will contribute up to 100 gold ($1 million) the first year for wages, equipment and logistics configuration.
• 3. The Tournament Grounds at Forreston will be used as the training grounds, the academy, and the place to host a team-hosted tournament
• 4. SolomonBrand's cousins (Mayen, Joachim, and Larissa) will follow along with on the tournament circuit to see how things go. There is a chance they will become the team's smiths.
• 5. SolomonBrand's legal and business teams will draw up the contract.
• 6. Yet to be discussed, but SolomonBrand wants it to happen - The Team will compete in the Byblos Masters

The Recalcitrants

Melisande revealed to SolomonBrand that she and Andrew had been drugged, and although Melisande was fine, there was a nefarious ne'er-do-well on the island. Melisande described him to SolomonBrand, who went and burned the drunk out of Orson, Cornelius, and Nicodemus. A search party commenced for this man, named Clarence and also for a person who was known to have been seen with him - Truman Torbrand. The search party consisted of the following: SolomonBrand, Ahmine, Circe, Melisande, Khel, Shara, Tiberius, Hightide, Silverstar, and Sosamenes. Joining them were the guards for the place, as well as Nicodemus and Cornelius.

Truman was located by Shara, and SolomonBrand was summoned. Truman was placed under arrest for conspiracy to poison the kings' Son.Trumanrevealed that Clarence was staying with him, and thatTrumanhad invited Clarence. SolomonBrand got permission from John Torbrand to search the place where they were staying. Eventually, Hightide and SolomonBrand discovered a large bag full of drugs in Truman's Room, where there were obviously 2 people staying. As SolomonBrand exited the room with the duffel in hand, Khel dropped SolomonBrand's call crystal, saying that he'd found Clarence.

Requiem for a drug dealer

SolomonBrand invoked his right as Lord Imperator to claim Clarence's life as a slave. SolomonBrand took Clarence through a doorway, where he discovered that Clarence had immense magical potential. SolomonBrand asked Bast if his heart could change, and she said any heart can change. Bast recommended that if Clarence was to be killed, make it happen quickly, because torture sometimes would cause magic users to break through. SolomonBrand offered Clarence a choice - on this divergent path, one path ends with Clarence being sold as a slave, the other was an arduous journey wherein Clarence could change himself. Clarence chose the path of chance, and SolomonBrand told him he had magical potential. SolomonBrand prayed on Clarence's behalf to Nephthys for courage, To Set to accept the sacrifice of his evil ways, to Anubis to forgive the imbalance of his heart, and to Ra to light his footsteps.[ He then took Clarence to enlist in the military. SolomonBrand told Clarence that he would receive the same opportunity as SolomonBrand had had himself - he was to be sold to the military as a soldier. What he became afterward was up to Clarence and the effort given.

Miscellanie

Minerva Gawain got a dream fulfilled. SolomonBrand treated her to the greatest sex she'd ever had. It wasn't pure sex, it was loving and focused on Minerva's enjoyment. SolomonBrand did this because she was lonely and he could help with that. He had Circe's permission, and he later recounted the experience to both his wives.

SolomonBrand spoke with Pawrahn and learned about the tradesmark for Wayland the Smith's blades. This truth was revealed to Eginhard that the blade he had given SolomonBrand was, in fact, a Wayland piece.

SolomonBrand invited Eginhard and Anja to live with The family full-time. Eginhard said they had some travel left, but he appreciated the offer.

Melisande was caught by Shara kissing Andrew. Melisande disappeared, Andrew was extremely apologetic, and explained hurriedly that Melisande asked him to kiss her.Andrew was kissing the top of her head.

FUTURE CONVO - Pharaoh had a conversation with Anubis regarding SolomonBrand's decision about how to handle Clarence.

06-17-2021

Orson and SBoW had a conversation about the Smoldering Ashes.....ummm...club? Society? SBoW didn't think it was for him, but had an a idea about a fivesome, and Orson is onboard. Conversations, discussions, logistical challenges and agreement ensued.

SBoW went to observe Eginhard and Anja at Ahmine's request. they had a cold and were pretty miserable. SBoW had Aerin come and heal them. Aerin feels she's taking money from SBoW because nobody wants her services when she comes. Vima promised to have some customers for Aerin on Wednesday.. some of the more chatty staff.

Vima had received an offer to replicate her position as the head of the King and Queen's staff. She didn't want to go, and paid SBoW large compliments about how he had created an environment where she felt loved, and she didn't want to leave.

Eginhard asked SBoW to spank Ahmine in front of the crowd. He did so, and Circe rubbed Ahmine's bottom to make it feel better, in front of the assembled people in the cabana. Circe told SBoW that Vordai told Circe "Today is the day", so the throuple went to try and conceive children. During pillow talk, Ahmine wanted to say something, but decided it was best to keep it a secret for now, because every time she started to say it, she felt like she'd better not.

Lunchtime came, and Circe said that she thought she knew what Ahmine was hesitant to say. Circe asked if SBoW thought Meli would be offended she was not invited. SBoW got up to go find Orson and see how an invitation to Meli would be received. SBoW also promised Circe he'd have a conversation with Rhantik about whether Rhantik liked Circe or not.

06-24-2021

There was a continuation of the numerous conversations leading up to the polyerotic licentiousness taking place the next day. these conversations included asking Rhantik whether Circe being there was going to spoil the mood, to which the queen replied that it might, but probably not. SBoW then asked Rhantik if Meli being there would spoil, and SBoW's friend had some mixed feelings about that. there was a similar conversation between SBoW and Orson, where orson drew from SBoW the idea that our protag was indeed attracted to his sister.

SBoW had deep, weighty and intense conversations with his wives, then with Meli, who revealed that she had desired to "possess her older brother" since she was in her 10th or 11th year. SBoW then had another conversation with his wives, at Meli's request. Finally, SBoW and Meli disappeared to a home in Lightning Island where Meli ripped SBoW's shirt off (literally) and they.... cuddled for an hour

06-29-2021

The sleepover

The uhhh... fist of destiny event happened. (5participants). Meli bailed early on the party. IT was spectacular, and stretched to the day after as well.

The pursuit

Upon returning, SolomonBrand went to find Meli and talked with her. He discovered that she is still having second thoughts about any kind of relationship outside of normal siblings with SolomonBrand. She left the party as a result of this indecision/ confusion

SolomonBrand touched Cecily's mind and found that there is an unusual connection there. SolomonBrand found and pursued Cecily, and they had a good time together. He ended up kissing both his wives while he tasted of her.

The reveal

Shara is SolomonBrand's Favorite Child. She is more like an equal to him than his daughter. They discussed a relationship with Meli.

SolomonBrand setup a candle-lit location for intercourse and offered Meli whichever kind she wanted. They talked for a bit, SolomonBrand suggested that she go see Horus, her patron. SolomonBrand also went to see Horus, and ran into Meli on her way out of the temple. As SolomonBrand came in, he went straight to Meli's room to tell her something, but stopped when he saw that she was having sex with an unknown person. It turned out to be Circe.

07-07-2021

The Tournament

Treestump and Phillipe came to sit with Solomonbrand's family group. Commentary ensued throughout the course of the events.

During the tournament, SBoW realized there are really 3 kinds of people here.

Those born to luxury and nobility. These are complaining about there being no pavilions to cover them from the sun. If it's not luxurious, it's crap.

Those born to higher classes or to tradesmen and have worked their way to nobility. These, like Arthur are part of families of status and name, but took a route through the military or some other route to become nobility.

Those born outside of privilege... to poverty or near-poverty. There are several of these types of people here at the tournament. SolomonBrand and Melisande are examples of this. SolomonBrand was blessed greatly to be placed in a position of opportunity, and was able to climb his way out of the lower classes. These appreciate the blessing of being here at an event like this Aldentide celebration with the King and Queen of Wynnd.

Three events

Archery - Not much in the way of tournament-level competition. Ultimately, Donovan Strand wins with a score of 135.

Wrestling - 10 competitors, the winner of one match-up was voted out of the final four. Treestump is audibly and publicly laughing. He's not mocking, but can't stop himself from the show that's in front of him. Carrick Ulster wins this event, a man who is round, but large and powerful. He knows how to use his weight to his advantage. Treestump remarks that this is the kind of person who would benefit from the Training at the new Tournament school.

Passage of Arms

The new fun game. Phillipe, Treestump, and SolomonBrand discussed some changes that would need to be made if this were going to be included in a masters' tournament - more gates, less downtime between matches.

Men's groups - 16 teams, Khel and Tiberius had apparently dominated the games throughout the celebration, changing the default tactics used, and prepping everyone for one specific type of strategy. The brothers changed their strategy and tactic at each meeting, upsetting their opponents' strategies. Khel and Ty dominated, going undefeated until the final four, when Khel had an opponent go low on his legs, and cracked his femur. Khel was magically healed, of course, but that put Khel and Ty out of the running. SolomonBrand offered to take Khel's place, and Tiberius declined. This was the brothers' thing. SolomonBrand told Tiberius he was proud of that decision. Erik & Torian Greene, sons of Count Dees Greene won this event.

Women's groups - There were a lot of beach bunnies who wanted to play, and they were quickly outpaced by the few groups who took this seriously. Eventually, one team of ladies was the clear victor - this team was comprised of Dida Gawain and Simone Kane.

The Wind-down

SolomonBrand went to read a book on the morning of the tournament, and found Cecily Swan. He told her that he would meet her later, without thinking that it was the tournament, and so he recanted his promise. They met again the morning of the last day. They were talking about her desire to have a child with Baron Swan, and also about her religious affiliation. SolomonBrand mentioned that The order of Heliopolis had not only a goddess of fertility, but a Patron god of Parents. SolomonBrand was too bold in his speaking, and mentioned killing the Baron. While talking, Cecily suddenly opened her book and began reading. SolomonBrand stood, knowing what was coming. It was too late, Baron Swan saw them. He insisted that Cecily leave with him, and she did. SolomonBrand tried to finish the book about the History of Tekampan, but his head was not in it... thinking of his irritation at the Baron.

The final day of the celebration was spent in relaxation.

Because there was extra time while Ahmine was re-packing, and because he had been told that there was nothing for him to do, SolomonBrand went alone to the Beach and exercised his magical ability. He worked on reversing the waves of the ocean. It was difficult, and he expended a lot of power, but was unable to accomplish the task. Meli surprised him by walking up to him. Meli and SolomonBrand had conversations about her sexual experiences, particularly those since she was a Gem girl. Meli told about some issues Alix had.. nothing specific, but indicated that the sexuality between them was the beginning of the end for them. She told SolomonBrand that she had spent the night with Donovan Strand. The two siblings talked for a while, until Meli had said everything she needed. She then left, slapping SolomonBrand on the butt as she walked off.

The family group arrived at social hour at about quarter after 5. this hour and dinner was spent talking to a few others, every person going off to meet someone at some point. During dinner, Donovan Strand came and crouched near the table by Meli and asked her if she was planning to be at any of the tournaments. He expressed his sincere hope to see her again at one of the events. Khel and Tiberius began harassing her about her boyfriend, and she threatened them. They continued until they felt it had gone on long enough.

SolomonBrand went and said farewell to Minerva Gawain. He also caught Cecily's Eye and winked at her. He noticed that she was wincing as Baron Swan gripped her side. It was pretty clear that Cecily had been beaten.

The Traveler

Ahmine's ability to travel with people has increased so much that when the family travels, it's usually her that takes them everywhere. The 7 Uru-Mashentis gathered in the main room of the house, and traveled back home, to spend one final night under the same roof before Khel, Tiberius, and Shara all had to return to their posts.

The next day, SolomonBrand and his wives met with Linnea. SolomonBrand arranged for paperwork indicating the transfer of the GodsWood he privately owned in Toth Wynnd to be sold and claimed by Linnea. She indicated that she would eventually try to get the ownership back into the hands of the Lightning Bearer crown. SolomonBrand didn't say it, but he knew that would be a long battle. After the deed was transferred, Ahmine offered fast travel to Arthur and Linnea, as well as to Marina. While at The Monastery, the throuple went to visit Aggie, who was preparing to engage in martial training with a shield and spear. He was in a hurry, but it was a good reunion.

The various

SBoW made sure that Marina was expressly invited to sit with the Uru-Mashentis at every event. While SolomonBrand was arranging paperwork, He felt as if her were being watched. He discovered that his 2 youngest daughters were spying on him, as they had been to Vima as well. SolomonBrand told the wives abotu this, and will have a conversation with Hathor Kate, specifically about her behavior (upcoming).