Cha0s Gaming - Ravenhold Tavern

EasyThreads added Solidus to the group. 08/27/2024 17:54

*tending the bar*

Jade and Gale enter The Tavern.

*Looking around but staying close to Gale* This place looks Rather nice.

Yeah, it looks nice..*walks up to Roddrick* Is the VIP room booked today?

Nope. 500g

Done.. *starts looking through his coin purse*

There's a VIP room? Do you have enough gold for that? If not I have some on me that should help cover it..

No, I have it, just gotta get it out *he chuckles* It's bigger than it looks inside here you know...

*She smiled and turned her attention to Roddrick while he's occupied* So what might your name be good sir?

Roddrick. This here be my tavern. And you are?

*sitting in a stool a few seats down* Gale? Well well look who's decided to come slum it down here...

I'm Jade, Gale's Fiance. it's nice to meet you sir. *She said. extending her hand to shake*

*wipes his hand on his apron, then extends it to her, shaking it* Well welcome. So... *looking at the two of them* The VIP room is just down that hall.....

Thank's Roddrick, Come on Jade.. *takes her hand and leads her inside*

That's it, go hide.

*Just follows Gale, but noticed a slight Change in his Demeanor. Once They both got Seated she looked at him* Is everything okay dear?.

No.... not really, no...

*She held his hand and caressed his knuckles with her thumb* What's wrong?...

That's the fucker who.... *yanks his hands away, and rests them in front of his face as he burries it into them*

Who what Sweetheart?... Talk to me... *She said. not touching him at the moment just in case*

Forced me to... *he pauses, taking a breath* Forced me to rape, and torture Chelsea...

*She covered her hand with her mouth and she had a look of pure shock on her face* The... The man with the white Hair?.... He made you... Oh Gale....

I know Araavos said he's paid for it, for a few thousand years, but that was in another realm. For us it was just before Lily was born.

Gale... *She reached over to See if he'd let her Hold his hand again* That's Awful but... it wasn't your fault.. I understand why you never told me about this.. i'm sure you've been trying your hardest to forget...

18:55

He should have never made you do that...

....

I'll go see if i can get your Gold back.. and we can go somewhere else.. okay? *She smiled softly and got up, heading out*

*in almost a panic tries to stop her from going out there alone* No... wait...

*She turned to him* What?..

I don't want you out there alone with him... wait here... let me... let me go... maybe he won't be here long...

Are you sure Love?...

No... but better me than you..... *walks out*

*Watching him. a Knot forming in her stomach. feeling a bit uneasy about this*

19:12

*Can't help but Get up and poke her head outside the door to watch just in case* (edited)

*walks up to Astarion* Let's just get this out the way now, I don't care if he let you free, I don't care if you've paid your pennance, I don't even care if you're a reformed man. No amount of torment will ever be enough for what you've done to us... The only reason i'm out here, is because my fiance wants to have a good time, so, how long are you gonna linger here like a leech so I know how long the wait will be.

*his eyes glow a bit* You know nothing of the suffering i've endured, nor how long it lasted... *his eyes calm back down* You weren't the only one maniplated that day, not that you'd know. Back then you paid about as much attention to what was going on as a fucking child. So don't come storming in here like I owe you a fucking thing, I don't.... As for your little girlfriend...

*orb glows and he choke slams him on the counter, eyes glowing with pure arcance energy* You will not speak one damned word about her.....I'm not that pushover I was before. I could end your existance with a thought...

*fades to smoke, appearing behind him* You're not the only one with an upgrade.... But fine... i'll go... This time... But best we just keep our distance... yes?

I swear Astarion, if I see you even approaching anyone I care about...

You'll sit, cry and do nothing like you always have. But don't worry... I've changed... whether you believe it or not bothers me little.... *turns to a few of the ladies at the bar, give them a seductive look, and walks out, the girls following behind him*

*Staying Behind the door, Anxiously watching. But couldn't help but Admire Gale's Strength and Bravery in that moment. and she finally decided to come out and Goes to him. Hugging him from behind gently*

*the rage in his eyes fade, and the arcane energy dissipates from his eyes as he takes a seat at one of the bar stools*

*She sits beside him and Rubs his back gently* You were very brave Sweetheart.. I'm proud of you for Sticking up for yourself... And.. For me.... Let me get us our drinks... what would you like?.

I know what he likes. Used to come in here a lot you know... what can I get you miss?

May i have a moment to Look over The Menu? I've never been in a Tavern before and i'm not that big of a drinker... *She blushed sheepishly*

We don't have any of them fancy menu's to pass around. but.. *gestures behind him* you can look at that... hasn't changed since I opened the place.

That'll be perfect, Thank you *She said. getting up and going to look it over*

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May i have the Hearthstone Ale, and a Shepherds Pie? it sounds lovely.

19:58

*Sitting back down across from Gale.*

Commin right up...

20:05

*returns with their drinks, and her food* Gale, Lad, you gonna eat?

Yeah, just... let me get a few drinks in first...

don't let that pasty boy get ya down my friend... But i'll let ye be. Let ol Roddrick know when that stomach catches up with yer head.

Thank you very much. *She smiled. and then looked at Gale. Before taking a sip of her drink*

*Drinking his Shot*

*getting him another*

*She takes a Bite of Her Shepherd's pie. watching Gale a little and smiling at him* How's the drink?

Strong, sweet, calming... *slams another*

Yeah, but ye need ta remember how strong me boy. Don't need ta scoop ye off the floor.

I'll be fine Roddrick... 2 more, and then i'll just have the same ale she is...

Let me at least get ye your cheese platter I know ye like while you decide what you'll be eatin.

That sounds good actually.

Course it does lad... comin right up...

Two familiar girls walk into the tavern

Come on! You don't get out much! It'll be good for ya!

*looking around shyly. tail awaying nervously behind her* I don't know...Isn't this the place Mom got harrassed?

Anything happens, I'll kill em. You have my word on that. *sits at the bar and smiles at Roddrick* Roddrick! How's it hangin, man? Let me get two Dragon's Breath Chilli and Blacksmith's Stout, yeah?

*looking around and sees Gale* Oh! Hi Dad! Who's your friend?

*gasp* NO WAY! GALE?! It's been so long! Haven't seen you since that one night! Sorry about your ass, man. I wasn't sure how you'd handle it....

20:19

But look at you! You look great! Hot even! And I know hot!

*Looks at The Two girls, hearing what Karlach said and looking at Gale in confusion* What is she talking about? Who are they? And did that one just call you "Dad"???

*looks embarassed as shit*

Comin right up... *overhearing the conversation* Never a dull moment around here.... *walking off to get the orders ready*

Oh hey there, soldier. Gale and I used to run together along with a few others. Then we hooked up a few times. Haven't spoken since, but we've been good fiends during our time together.

And I'm his daughter from a fling. Not upset about it, just being honest

Oh... Lovely. What brings you both here? *She asked. sipping her drink and trying to act casual*

Karlach; Same as you both I guess. On a date. Who are you?

This is... this is Jade... we're engaged..

*gasp* And I'm not invited?! How dare you?! *laughs and playfully punches his shoulder, though because of her strength, it's kinda hard* Good on you, man! You and Chelsea still together though, yeah?

*Not Saying a word, just letting them talk while Enjoying her pie. questioning nothing... yet*

Aww, that's so sweet! I'd love to be there for you both! *holds hand out to Jade* I'm Anita!

We weren't for a while... things got messy, but we're back together now, yes... *looks at Jade* We used to adventure together. Baldur's Gate... it was a rough time... *takes another shot* But we made it out, and we came here.

Sounds like you had quite the Adventurous life Dear. *She Took Anita's Hand and shook it* Sooo what are you? a demon? I thought Demons were Big, Scary beings that thrive on the torment of others. you're not very scary. though. probably because Gale is your father.

Now, a tiefling, but... well she went through some things herself....

20:55

I'll let her tell you if she wants to... But yeah, rough past.. .all of us actually. Maybe that's why we worked so well together... We all were pretty fucked up.

Oh no I can tell it. I'm actually pretty adjusted despite what I've gone through....I was just a kid in Baldur's Gate when I started working for a guy for some money since I was on my own...Only for him to sell me to Zariel. You know Zariel, right? Ruler of Avernus? One of the cities in The Hells? She's kind of famous. Anyway, she gives me an engine for a heart, and makes me her favorite soldier for several years before I escaped...and that's when I found Gale and the others....they tries to fix me, but...*she tears up a little*...as soon as I was hopeful because I could finally touch people without burning them....I found out that I was going to die....There was no way of truly fixing me....*she sighs*...So I decided to just live it up! Travel! Get as much out of my system as I could before I blew up, yknow?! *small laugh*...Then I had a fling with this guy named Majinn, who turned out to be a dick later on, but he used a wish to save me! I wasn't going to die anymore! Now I have a husband and two amazing girlfriends! I never thought I'd be here! *excited giggle* I'm still reeling from it, if I'll be honest!

*Going on an Emotional rollercoaster listening to this Backstory while trying to Eat her Pie. at this point unable to because she was rather invested* That was a lot... i'm sorry you had to go through all of that. and no i don't know who Zariel is. but i'm glad you're better and you're happy now. Though i didn't get your name..

Are you sure? I could have sworn I told you. Well, it's Karlach

No, you didn't. but It's nice to meet you Karlach. And Well *She looked at Gale* I think you and i work pretty well together.. even though i don't fit that Requirement. *She joked a little*

Gale is a good guy. He'll treat you right. Though have you had a bachalorette party yet? There's so many clubs I know! But if that's not your scene, you can always suggest something else

Yes, I've Had a Bachelorette party already, but thank you for the offer.

Of course we work well together honey, but i'm talking about in battle...

Oh. *She blushed and finished her pie and drink*

Eeek! Can I invite you to my room?! I'd LOVE to do your hair!

Anita!...

Right. The resort, Araavos, yada yada. He's not that forward yknow!

He's also sort of the "at first sight" type though...

*Not Responding. Just Looking over at Roddrick* May i have a refill please?

So was Astarion and look where he's at!

Careful, babe. He's like those demons in those movies. You speak his name, he appears!

I see...

I love your outfit though. Is it new?

Oh this? No. Not really *She blushed and chuckled a little*

It's so cute! I wish I had something like that!

Well there's plenty of Shops. surely you can find something you like. do you not have many clothes?

They're not allowed to wear clothes in his resort.

We're not really allowed to wear clothes at the resort, so clothes shopping is a little redundant if you don't go out much

That's terrible.

It's just life there. Not a bad thing.

Well. You should be allowed to dress up and look nice if you wanted to.. Maybe you girls should just get out more.

Though it's a little bad for me. Kind of insecure about this scarred muscular body. *soft chuckle*

Something tell me he doesn't care, and hasn't said anything about it.

I know. He'd never. It's my problem. Not his...

*Drinking the Refill Roddrick gave her*

I love him for it. I'd love to be treated like a dainty princess too. If I know I can throw them into the wall, it takes the fun out of it....

hey roddrick? Think I can get some fish and chips?

Yeah, of course lad, stomach finally got too loud to ignore eh boy?

Guess you could say that.

*Swirling her drink around in her glass a little*

You okay, Dad?

Yeah, i'm fine... just a little embarassed it all. We were..... kinda on a date when.. well things got crazy.

I suppose it's just another thing i'll have to get used to. *She said. chuckling a little and downing the rest of her drink*

Hey, It's okay...We can go if you want....

Honestly I haven't spend time with them in months. It's not like they're gonna be over every day.

I mean Unexpected pop ins from Old "Friends" Dear. and y'know... Maybe you should spend some time with them.

You're serious?

Well why not?

Because we're getting marred in less than a week...

I'm not the only one Marrying you, either. besides. it could just be hanging out for a few hours. who knows? Just go enjoy yourself.. i'll be okay. may Drop by my Father's to discuss the wedding cake and Then go home and tidy the house a bit.

*gives her a kiss* Not a chance... we're finishing our date first.... Roddrick, another round please....

Commin right up.

You sure?...

Well you two finish your date, we'll finish ours. *picks up Anita and carries her to one of the rooms in the tavern*

Of course... if you still want me to go after our date, i'll go for a visit. But not until we're done here. I came here with you didn't I?

Well yes.. *she smiled a bit* Thank you, Love..

Of course.... *enjoying his food and drink*

21:54

So aside form the interupptions, which i'd argue are part of the experience, what do you think so far?

I think it's a nice place. And I rather like Sir Roddrick over there. Such a nice fellow. So you used to frequent this place huh?

Sir Roddrick, as if they'd knight this tired ol ass...

You'd be lucky if they let you look at the armor...

Watch it lad, who do you think be makin all that armor me boy....

Your ward?

Aye, but who do ye think trained em?

*sighs* You did

Ye Damned right......

turns to Jade Yeah, quite a bit

Chap practically lived here for a bit.

Let's not talk about that.

Well whatever your reasons for it being so frequent. I don't blame you. It's a very nice place.. Um.. *Her mind trailed off. She was starting to feel the alcohol now. Not knowing how much she's drank by now and usually never drinking more than one of any kind*

*notices* Hey Gale me lad... she be looking a bit worse for the weather.... Why don't ye get yer girl home eh? Get er some rest before ya head out on yer visit with the red....err... everythings.... wadda ya say?

Yeah, that's probably a good idea... What do you say Jade? Ready to head back?

Um.. yeah. I'm ready. *She said. Standing up. Feelin' a bit wobbly*

*is quick to get a shoulder under her, and walks her out the tavern and back to their house*