Silver linings in black clouds

[11:12] Revan Task says, "Hello, Dani."
[11:12] Revan Task asks, "Do you have a moment?"
[11:12] Danica Drugovic says, "Ye' aint' gatta knock. But ya', come."
[11:16] A nod would be given as he followed the Lady of Nightmares into their headquarters. "I knock on doors that I find are locked.. or can't find the means to open myself." The last part of the phrase bringing a faint smirk to his lips before fading away just as quickly.

"I have.. News to Deliver.. On the meeting I had with my guild of the Alliance.. It is.. Not particularly favorable.. I.. Also have a.. Request of sorts.. If it is something you can help with."
(Revan Task)
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[11:16] Revan Task says, "Two people are at the door. "
[11:19] Revan's words of the alliance instantly got Danica's attention. Her expression going hard, as her jaw twitched.

"Alri' well- spit it out. Wha' is goin' on?"

She had a lot of plans riding on this alliance, so she hoped it wasn't horrible.
(Danica Drugovic)
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[11:32] Noticing how her expression had hardened, the bandaged teen would click his tongue behind his teeth, trying to think of the best way to phrase it. Honesty was the best way to handle situations like these, especially if he wished to stay in her good favor.

"I relayed to them the terms, mutual protection, and an exchange of our resources and crafters, as well as aid on expeditions.. They seemed on board until I used the word.. Loyalty.. It spurred thoughts of a one sided relationship.. That our guild would be annexed.. Then they were worried what your guild would be doing with such a name as Boogeyman.. Though I ensured them that it was strictly just macabre stylistic choice.

They asked of goals, and how the guild was structured.. I told them it was a familial guild, like Dragontooth, which comforted them a bit.. As well as a long term goal to find a faction where the people of our guild could find a place to belong.. That eased them a bit as well.. Though it concerned them you would be involved in more politics, which is something that concerned them.. I tried to bargain with a temporary contract, to try it out for a few years.. Though they still feared being used.. And they requested to have a meeting with you themselves to discuss terms."

Placing a thumb over each of the joints of his fingers, he would pop his knuckles, nervous to how she would take the news. "However.. one of our guildmembers were attacked by.. A witch, accompanied by.. Two demons.. And a swordsman clad in black.." This would be tied into his request.

"I.. Was hoping you would have some friends that.. May or may not know anything about that.. I simply want information on it.. However.. I believe that.. This could be used in our favor.. A show that we need this alliance for our mutual benefit." He would propose. "However.. I should note that we.. Are working closely with the Hunter's guild as well on this.. And We have taken The Shepherd's under our wing.. So even if this alliance does not come to pass.. I am still in a prime position to use the hunter's guild, as well as my own, and The Shepherds."
(Revan Task)
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[11:43] His guild wanting to meet her was to be expected. It hadn't entirely surprised her, though she would have preferred to remain anonymous. Her expression would look thoughtful, as she mulled over the words provided. It seemed like the possible alliance would be shaky, if they failed to trust her from the beginning. It made her wonder how much pull Revan actually had there.

Though upon hearing of the witch? A wide, off putting smile spread across her face. She, too had issues in that department. Which was what she had been planning to use such an alliance for.

"Well, well, well.." She began, "Seems we 'ave similar interests then, Revan. Set up tha' meetin'. I think they will be 'appy ta' 'ear about my plans for tha' witch AN' 'er demons." She straightened her posture.

"Demios works with tha' 'unters guild as well. Tha' witches killed 'is brother Cayden- so tha' 'unters guild would more than likely be on board with wha' I 'ave planned. I also ;ave a 'and dipped inta' tha' Banner guild. Lotsa strong 'ands there." A slow, thoughtful nod is given then.

Danica makes eye contact with Revan.

"If I 'ave three alliance guilds- my plan it ta' take down tha' witch Henrietta an' her demons, as well as Nebula. Between all o' us- Should b' a piece o' cake....But we 'ave ta' be willin' ta' work together...Ye' make sure ta' tell ye' guild leader that."

She smirked. Control of the situation. She had control.

"Anythin' else?"
(Danica Drugovic)
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[11:56] Concern, worry how Danica would react to his news. He had thought that them being skeptical of the alliance, showing weak loyalties, would surely bring out her wrath. However, Revan was clever, though he had given the original pitch using her words to ensure she got the alliance she wanted, he knew he could have to pick his future words with his guildmates much closer.

However, as she finally spoke, sharing that she had already been planning moves against such a witch, that devious smile would stretch across his face. It was all coming together.

Hearing that Deimos had connections with the hunter's guild, and that his own brother had been killed by such witches, it only seemed to cement The Nightbound's control over the multiple guilds.

Hearing the names of two witches, he would write down their names, information that he could use to strengthen his position. With a shake of his head, he would respond.

"Not.. Unless you can tell me more of these witches and their demons.. Otherwise I will arrange the meeting.. The timing couldn't be more perfect.. And we will be pushed more into a corner to accept.. Especially when they hear you have a plan to retaliate."
(Revan Task)
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[12:02] "Only other information I 'ave is that they are powerful. I kno' they got three demons ta' my knowledge, a wolf demon, snake demon, an' a spider one. They're weaker right now- but let ye' guild kno' we need ta' move fast. They get stronger day by day, an' Henrietta is already a force ta' be reckoned with."

A sigh escapes her then, but she looked confident. If the Dragons Tooth had the Sheppards guild? That would possibly be four guilds going with hunting.

This was going to be a party, and Danica had been slowly tying the ends together to make it possible. This was entirely her doing, after all. Her plans to attack, to make a move. She was the master pulling everyones strings and making them act.

"I am more than willin' ta' meet with ye' guild tho'. Jus' let em' kno' I will be bringin' one o' two others with me. Which I'm sure they can understand tha'- as I aint' trust them yet either...But I'm more than willin' ta' discuss specifics about an' alliance...Even if it's only temporary ta' bring down some witches. A mutual interest."


(Danica Drugovic)
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[12:12] Valuable information. All of it. More fodder to use.

Continuing to fervently write down the information on the bandages that wrapped his arm, a pleased smile would come across his face. There would be a nod given she was willing to meet with his guild, bringing more members with her to ensure her safety, not that any of them would attack her.

"I think they would.. Actually prefer that.. Seeing more of the members may comfort them.. Just remember.. I told them the guild you lead is called The Boogeyman, I think that should be the pseudonym for The Nightbound if there is such a reason to have to speak of your guild.."

It was a shame Danica would have to step from the shadows for this instance, however, to get trust, one must show trust. "I.. Think this will be very good- once we take out the witches and their pets.. There will be more grounds of trust.. We could build an alliance from that.. This information will go a long wayin that endeavor, and once we become reputable for our information we give.. We can begin diluting it with whatever we wish, and playing with our pawns as we see fit."

It seemed Revan was already on the same page as The Puppetmaster beside him, putting the finishing touches on his note, he would put his pen away. "I take it that means we are postponing our expedition? Or should I return at a later date to help in planning it?"
(Revan Task)
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[12:18] "Expedition is postponed. However I plan ta' 'old a meetin' ta' inform tha' rest o' tha' guild about wha' I 'ave planned an' all tha'. Probably after I 'ave tha' meetin' with the Dragon's Tooth guild. Once my alliances are cemented- we will 'ave tha' meetin."

A slow nod of her head, though her expression looked thoughtful. It was like every move she made was cold, and calculating. As if she was going over everything that could go wrong, everything that could go right. It was risky to reveal herself, but using the pseudonym would be useful in the long run.

The Nightbound had to keep that level of secrecy, after all.

"Ye' 'ave done good- thank ye'. Keep doin' wha' ye' doin'. Leave me b' ta' my thoughts an' get ta' work."
(Danica Drugovic)
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[12:19] Revan Task says, "Yes, Lady Nightmare. "
[12:19] Revan Task says, "I will continue to make you proud. "
[12:20] Danica smiles, obviously pleased.
(Danica Drugovic)