Amunet says to you in a chic, liquored voice, "So, dear...we have unearthed
something that was of particular surprise to me, this month. Can you guess what
it was?"
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raise
You raise an eyebrow questioningly.
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' Something good, I hope?
You say, "Something good, I hope?"
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Dobbes has been slain in The Collosea en Duir by Dreamer Favonius
Stormcrow-Xanatov, Ritualist of Thorns.
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Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "Well, that really depends upon where
your loyalties lie. It is not good for the Occultists...but it is excellent for
the Church."
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Sioned has been slain by the might of a Stymphalian bird.
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frown
You crease your brow in a frown.
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' what is it?
You say, "What is it?"
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Amunet says to you in a chic, liquored voice, "I entered my office in the
Estate last month, shortly after I finished making my acceptance post. I found
several documents, sealed with the city arms of Shallam, placed on the desk."
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Amunet says to you in a chic, liquored voice, "Within them, were some very
disturbing transcripts. It would seem that your fiancee has been witnessed
passing off information about House affairs to her former comrades in Shallam."
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say to Amunet That... can't be true.
You say to Amunet, "That... can't be true."
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A whispering cadence draws the local ambiance into the background.
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Amunet says to you in a chic, liquored voice, "Are you sure? Do you trust
Adalie so thoroughly that you would be willing to bet your reputation and
livelihood upon it?"
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Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "Think about it, darling. How many
Church members ever make a complete conversion?"
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say to Amunet Mum, they must be false! Adalie would never... she's worked so hard!
You say to Amunet, "Mum, they must be false! Adalie would never... she's worked
so hard!"
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sit couch
You sit on a couch with a covering of black leather.
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Verll has been slain by the might of Sir Milabar Si'Talvace, the Lion of
Arkios.
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Your shroud dissipates and you return to the realm of perception.
Shroud
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Calling on your dark power, you draw a thick shroud of concealment about
yourself to cover your every action.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15786w x-

You have recovered equilibrium.
***RECOVERED EQUILIBRIUM!***
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ql
Fire and Spice.
A small chalkboard sign hangs from the wall, showing the day's menu. Idly
wiping a glass into gleaming brightness, Dagon watches those who enter with a
careful and scrutinising eye. A cute little humgii is sitting here placidly,
attached to a leash. A runic totem is planted solidly in the ground. Naodia
taps a slender, unlit torch against the side of the bar in mild boredom. Clad
all in black, a tall monk surveys the room. A couch with a covering of black
leather is here. An oak table is here. Angel of Chaos, Nijias Oloren, Harbinger
of Revenge is here, sitting on a couch with a covering of black leather. He
wields a deep sea fishing pole in both hands. Amunet Viatrix is here, sitting
on a couch with a covering of black leather. You see a sign indicating there
are WARES for sale here.
You see exits leading north and east.
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Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "That is what a mole must do, darling.
You hear stories all the time, about so-and-so leaving the Church to infiltrate
Mhaldor."
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Nijias says in a soft, yet capturing voice, "She's not acting as your mom right
now, Morro. She's the Demiurge investigating serious charges."
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em stares at the floor, nodding slowly.
You have emoted: Morro stares at the floor, nodding slowly.
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You have recovered balance on all limbs.
***RECOVERED BALANCE!***
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Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "They enter the enemy city, work to earn
the trust of their new comrades, and then...well, we know the end result. Gods
know we've purchased the information procured off of enough of them."
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Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "But dear, it gets much worse."
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A whispering cadence draws the local ambiance into the background.
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A male voice of Heroic power bellows, "No, it cannot be true! I cannot accept
it! I beg of you to make it stop!"
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Avto has been slain by the might of Tanris Rozzan.
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hwho
Member              Rank      HTell  HNTell  Probation      Class
------              ----      -----  ------  ---------      -----
Creed                 01        Off      On         No      Occultist
Nijias                07         On      On         No      Occultist
Amunet                09         On      On         No      Occultist
Gravio                01        Off      On         No      Occultist
Tanris                07         On      On         No      Occultist
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ih
sign54421           a small chalkboard sign
dagon96823          Dagon, the Barkeep
humgii125832        a furry humgii
totem158919         a runic totem
naodia250255        Naodia, a firedancer
darmong155843       Darmong, a black-clad monk
couch257            a couch with a covering of black leather
table1282           an oak table
Number of objects: 8
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(House Newcomers): Lauria is a new Occultist of Hashan.
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(Market): Ashed says, "Avto needs a soul rez, send tells to him."
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Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "You see, also contained within these
documents were records of you handing relevant information to Adalie. This may
be partially my fault, of course; as a daughter of two individuals who have
both served in leadership positions in the Occultists, you were bound to be
privy to some sensitive information that most Zelators are not qualified to
know...."
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' What? What information!
You say, "What? What information!"
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Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "But whenever such information was
imparted to you, you were cautioned not to breathe a word of it to anyone you
knew. And that included your wife-to-be."
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Nijias yawns suddenly and mightily.
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Cloying, pink smoke fills the room briefly. It dissipates to reveal the form of
Darmong, a black-clad monk, who bows deeply.
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Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "If the allegations are true, you are
guilty of breaking our Oath of Secrecy."
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A swish of black robes alerts you to a monk's departure.
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(Market): Arkantos says, "Buying Bulk Irid Moss, Send Tells."
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The body of Doctor Grom Defaron appears in a flash and his soul descends to
fill it, causing the previously expressionless face to fill with emotion.
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Grom rubs his hands together greedily.
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Grom narrows his eyes and then blinks rapidly, several times.
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Grom clutches his head momentarily, then looks about sharply.
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ih
sign54421           a small chalkboard sign
dagon96823          Dagon, the Barkeep
humgii125832        a furry humgii
totem158919         a runic totem
naodia250255        Naodia, a firedancer
couch257            a couch with a covering of black leather
table1282           an oak table
Number of objects: 7
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Amunet says to you in a chic, liquored voice, "Do you have anything to say for
yourself?"
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say to Amunet Mother -- Demiurge. This House is my life. I would never do anything to endanger it. I want to know what information I am being accused of... of leaking.
You say to Amunet, "Mother -- Demiurge. This House is my life. I would never do
anything to endanger it. I want to know what information I am being accused
of... of leaking."
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(Market): Favonius says, "Seeking to spar a Magi, will pay your arena fee."
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Trey tells you, "// neat."
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t trey // Maybe not. Some shit is going down. :(
You tell Sir Trey Adwimar, Overseer of Prosperity, "// Maybe not. Some shit is
going down. :(."
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Trey tells you, "// what's that?"
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Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "Predominantly information regarding the
tenuous nature of our current relationship with Ashtan--despite what you may
think, my dear, you know far more than most, in that regard. There was also
your general discussion of Chaos with Adalie--while committed in ignorance, the
information you imparted to her in that regard has led to full-fledged plans
for a ritual move by the Empyreal Assembly."
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Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "They have decided that since they are
incapable of fighting the power of Chaos with the power they have been imbued
with by the Light, that they will destroy us by turning our own power against
us."
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Lyad has been slain by misadventure.
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' I never discussed anything with her that she wouldn't already know about simply by being a member of the House!
You say, "I never discussed anything with her that she wouldn't already know
about simply by being a member of the House!"
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You notice Nijias's eyelids are beginning to droop.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Kroni has been slain in Ainghaeal's Nest by Watcher Mindry Etienne, Daisei of
the Hold.
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Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "These documents say otherwise. I would
like to believe you, Morro, but you have done nothing to prove your loyalty to
this House--only your loyalty to Adalie. It took you decades of wheedling to
even get you to finish your Lorekeeper requirements."
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Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "Ever since you met Adalie, your mind
has been focused on her--not the well-being of the Occultists."
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A black-clad monk enters with long, purposeful strides.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

You will TIMEOUT in 1 minute unless you do something.
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ih
sign54421           a small chalkboard sign
dagon96823          Dagon, the Barkeep
humgii125832        a furry humgii
totem158919         a runic totem
naodia250255        Naodia, a firedancer
darmong155843       Darmong, a black-clad monk
couch257            a couch with a covering of black leather
table1282           an oak table
Number of objects: 8
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say to Amunet If she is the traitor you say she is... even she is not worth my House.
You say to Amunet, "If she is the traitor you say she is... even she is not
worth my House."
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sigh
You give a pained sigh.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Gravio arrives from the east.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-
honours gravio
Unnamed Gravio (male Grook).
He is 24 years old, having been born on the 22nd of Aeguary, 523 years after
the fall of the Seleucarian Empire.
He is ranked 2181st in Achaea.
He is an extremely credible character.
He is not known for acts of infamy.
He is a Plebeian in Ashtan.
He is considered to be approximately 55% of your might.
He is a Neophyte in the Occultists.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

"Greetings!" Gravio says with a smile.
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hwho
Member              Rank      HTell  HNTell  Probation      Class
------              ----      -----  ------  ---------      -----
Creed                 01        Off      On         No      Occultist
Nijias                07         On      On         No      Occultist
Amunet                09         On      On         No      Occultist
Grom                  11         On      On         No      Apostate
Taaveti               05         On      On         No      Infernal
Tanris                07         On      On         No      Occultist
Gravio                01        Off      On         No      Occultist
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Grom inclines his head politely at Gravio.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Amunet nods her head at Gravio.
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(Ashtan): Kazuya says, "Anyone like to harvest half a dozen snakes?"
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Penwize has bled to death.
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Grom looks about himself, rubbing his chin thoughtfully.
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(Ashtan): Quazzi says, "I will if no one else will."
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Gravio leaves to the east.
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who here
You see the following people here:
Nijias, Amunet, Grom, Morro
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(Ashtan): Kazuya says, "Sure. I'll be at the gates."
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Nijias asks Amunet in a soft, yet capturing voice, "Shall I pass judgment for
you, Demiurge?"
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Amunet says to Nijias in a chic, liquored voice, "After she has made her case."
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Amunet says to you in a chic, liquored voice, "How do you plead?"
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Nijias nods his head at Amunet.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Nijias tilts his head and listens intently to you.
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' I never told her anything she wouldn't already know or have access to. I am not guilty.
You say, "I never told her anything she wouldn't already know or have access
to. I am not guilty."
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scowl
You scowl miserably.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Rushing to Moghedu's aid, a mhun knight has decimated Auroan.
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Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "Such attitude, really dear."
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Doctor Grom Defaron says, "She is your daughter."
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "And here I thought I had impressed upon
you the importance of our Oath and honesty to your elders."
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You notice Grom's eyelids are beginning to droop.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Taaveti arrives from the east.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Amunet says to Nijias in a chic, liquored voice, "Do it, then."
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-
say I have not lied!
You say, "I have not lied!"
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

You have been promoted to a full member of the Occultists!
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-
blink
You blink.
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Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "I've no more time to waste on this
endeavour."
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Amunet grins mischievously at you.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Taaveti's eyes gleam with generosity.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Natasa has been slain by the might of a hobgoblin warrior.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

The humgii latches onto a heavy iron-link giftbag with its teeth, nearly taking
Taaveti's hand off in its eagerness for food.
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Nijias's eyes sparkle with amusement at you.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Taaveti rubs his hands together greedily.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Taaveti leaves to the east.
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(Occultists): Amunet says, "Everyone please congratulate Morro, for her
promotion to the rank of Hermetic Philosopher!"
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-
msg amunet That was cold.

You sent the following message to Amunet:
That was cold.

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(Occultists): Tanris says, "Congratulations!"
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

You just received message #452 from Amunet.
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(Occultists): Taaveti says, "Congratulations."
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

(Occultists): Grom says, "Congratulations!"
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-
say
You open your mouth but say nothing.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

(Occultists): Nijias says, "Congratulations, Morro."
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

You just received message #453 from Amunet.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

The corners of Amunet's mouth turn up as she grins mischievously.
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ht Thank you
(Occultists): You say, "Thank you."
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msg next
Message #452        Sent by Amunet
9/11/19:42 I knew it would be the only way to get to you. I had to!
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msg next
Message #453        Sent by Amunet
9/11/19:42 Accusing the promotee of Oathbreaking is a time-honoured tradition.
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Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "Accusing a promotee of Oathbreaking is
a time-honoured tradition, darling, and one you will now get to take part in
with all of the gusto that the rest of the House does."
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The corners of Amunet's mouth turn up as she grins mischievously.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Nijias smiles impishly and says to Amunet in a soft, yet capturing voice, "Any
bets on how long until she tries to kill you for that?"
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-
msg Amunet Hah! I should have known. I thought for a moment that there might be something up, but I was actually pretty convinced toward the end.

You sent the following message to Amunet:
Hah! I should have known. I thought for a moment that there might be something
up, but I was actually pretty convinced toward the end.

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Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "As you may have guessed, Adalie is
guilty of nothing."
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Amunet says to Nijias in a chic, liquored voice, "Probably until I buy her a
drink."
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Amunet gets some gold sovereigns from a wyrmskin pack.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Amunet buys a glass tumbler.
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Amunet buys a glass tumbler.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Amunet buys a glass tumbler.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Amunet buys a glass tumbler.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Amunet's eyes gleam with generosity.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Nijias utters a deep, rumbling laugh.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Amunet gives a glass tumbler to Nijias.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Amunet gives a glass tumbler to Grom.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Amunet gives a glass tumbler to you.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Amunet raises her glass in a toast to you.
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Grom raises his glass in a toast to you.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Nijias raises his glass in a toast to you.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Grom takes a quick sip from a glass tumbler and screams out in pain, his eyes
bulging wildly.
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Amunet says to you in a chic, liquored voice, "To you, darling, for all of your
achievements so far, and your feats soon to come."
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Amunet says to you in a chic, liquored voice, "Congratulations."
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-
beam
You beam broadly.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Amunet rubs her hands together greedily.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Amunet takes a quick sip from a glass tumbler and screams out in pain, her eyes
bulging wildly.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Nijias takes a quick sip from a glass tumbler and screams out in pain, his eyes
bulging wildly.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-
drink tumbler
You take a quick sip of the absinthe and involuntarily scream out as the liquid
fire sears the insides of your throat.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

Doctor Grom Defaron says to you, "Just wait till you see what happens in
another 5 ranks or so."
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-
laugh
You give a trillingly melodic laugh.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-

The corners of Amunet's mouth turn up as she grins mischievously.
3380h, 3648m, 15800e, 15800w ex-
say to grom I might just have a heart-attack
You say to Grom, "I might just have a heart-attack."
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