Arkadi Gorodin
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Post by Arkadi Gorodin on Jul 4, 2010 0:46:45 GMT -5
[That sounds like an admission of guilt to me.] he says jovially, but secretly intent on getting to the bottom of this. Humoring Fades was as important as asking the right questions.
[At the very least, you've admitted to purpose, so you aren't simply passing through. Why, then, are you here?]
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Post by Jongluer on Jul 4, 2010 0:53:59 GMT -5
The cat lets out a low laugh before responding, [Oh well, I might have other interests in this realm, but my point for being here is quite coincidental I promise you.] He continues to slink about the pipes around Arkadi.
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Arkadi Gorodin
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Post by Arkadi Gorodin on Jul 4, 2010 1:04:37 GMT -5
Arkadi chuckles to himself, flattening his mustaches against his lip, a habit. Dealing with Fades was generally frustrating, simply because they refused straight answers as a matter of cultural conviction. This made them predictable, in a way.
[Coincidence, eh? If this coincidence is a problem, maybe I could offer a mutually beneficial solution.]
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Post by Jongluer on Jul 4, 2010 1:11:04 GMT -5
[Perhaps,] The cat says as it prowls around the machinery, [Of course, I don't think the coincidence is a problem for myself, but for you and yours, well it's oh so hard to tell.] The creature hops atop the still quiet A/C unit clearing a surprising amount of space in its leap.
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Arkadi Gorodin
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Post by Arkadi Gorodin on Jul 4, 2010 1:21:17 GMT -5
[It is a problem for me and mine, yes. And I don't know what experience you may have with us, but OUR problems quickly translate to YOUR problems. You will find that I am being far more generous right now than any of my fellows in offering compromise, something which I suggest you carefully consider.]
<<Persuasion succeeds by 3>>
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Post by Jongluer on Jul 4, 2010 17:32:48 GMT -5
[Well then,] the cat says, flashing its over sized grin as it settles down, chin resting on folded paws, [Let's make a deal. What sort of compromise do you propose?]
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Arkadi Gorodin
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Post by Arkadi Gorodin on Jul 5, 2010 14:04:31 GMT -5
[Before we do that, I think it appropriate that we introduce ourselves. You may call me Lucky], he continues, careful not to provide the Fade with his real name. The power of a name, after all, was the power to control.
[And as for a compromise, it would depend on what you desire, and why you are here, things you neglect to share. Otherwise, I have no idea of what sort of offer to make you.]
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Post by Jongluer on Jul 5, 2010 14:16:56 GMT -5
[I've had many names over the years,] The cat-like creature says, [But you, you may call me Warrington.] The cat puts out the cigarette with its paw before hopping down to stand in front of Arkadi. At close range he can tell that it is far larger than a normal cat, only a bit smaller than a large dog really. The creature's wide grin seems to grow even wider as it says, [My purpose here is to explore, perhaps to indulge myself a tad before returning home. You could call it a holiday perhaps. But what I desire, well I desire all sorts of things Lucky, knowledge and experience are some of my favorites but a few knick-knacks here or there could never hurt either. The question of what I would want from you would truly depend upon what you are willing to part with...] The cat's eerily colored eyes peer up into Arkadi's.
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Arkadi Gorodin
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Post by Arkadi Gorodin on Jul 5, 2010 14:30:05 GMT -5
He thinks the cat is wasting his time if it is trying to unnerve him....blood flowing UP the walls in an abandoned nursery in Pripyat was unnerving....a fire elemental chasing you through a cramped staircase in a Kiev was a little MORE than unnerving. But not creepy cats. Really, the only thing they did was waste his time and be incredibly frustrating.
He thought it polite, however, not to mention this.
[If it is knowledge and experience you want, you won't find them in the mechanical room. But the Aurora Public Library has plenty of books, and the nightlife downtown may supply you with the "experiences" you're looking for. An American public school is really not the place for knowledge or experience.]
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Post by Jongluer on Jul 5, 2010 14:33:26 GMT -5
The cat lets out a low hmm, as it ponders this notion, and then says, [Then I suppose freedom from this chamber and this building is all I desire that you can provide. But what is it that you want, Lucky?]
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Arkadi Gorodin
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Post by Arkadi Gorodin on Jul 5, 2010 14:49:20 GMT -5
He chuckles: [No offense, Warrington, but while I enjoy our conversations and the chance for a smoke, having to come down here and fix the AC units all the time is a bit grating. However, your mere absence does not an equitable trade make. I suppose, if you agree, I would accept a reserved boon of equal value to the effort I must undertake to win you your freedom. Fairly standard, don't you think?]
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Post by Jongluer on Jul 5, 2010 15:03:45 GMT -5
The cat replies, [So then, a deal we then have. You provide me a way to leave this building, and I shall provide you with a boon of equal value.]
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Arkadi Gorodin
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Post by Arkadi Gorodin on Jul 5, 2010 15:08:57 GMT -5
[Very well] he says, fishing out and lighting another cigarette. [Then the question is, what is preventing you from leaving?]
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Post by Jongluer on Jul 5, 2010 15:11:39 GMT -5
The cat's grin grows wide as it holds up its paws,
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Arkadi Gorodin
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Post by Arkadi Gorodin on Jul 5, 2010 15:22:24 GMT -5
Nods, despite having assumed it would be a bit more complicated than that.
[Well then, let me finish here] he says, flipping the AC units back on and having their drone fill the room, then retrieving his tool chest.
[And we can go!] he says, much louder to be heard over the din.
As he opens the door heading out of the mech. room and holding it open for Warrington, he plans a route to the nearest exit that will avoid running into anyone.
And even if we DO run into anyone....well, a large, spray-painted cat is easily blamed on juggaloes. he thinks with some satisfaction.
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