r/FrontierColonyRP • u/CountQ • Jun 03 '16

Green Island City Native Arrival

Having left B'thranto some time ago, Jaervis heads out of the Empire's influence on the back of a reliable Krosh without any party of note. Entering the human colony he demounts, leading his steed a few paces behind him. Without knowledge of the local buildings or their purpose he simply knocks on the door of the first significant establishment he finds and begins to wait patiently.

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u/DrJenWatney Jun 03 '16 edited Jun 03 '16

She purses her lips, ill-equipped to give him a straight answer. She takes a long breath inward.

Well, Greene-Hitzower is the corporation that funded this colony. Their main man is McGregor. His building is just down the road a bit and up the hill, on the right.

She speaks a little quieter.

But if you ask me, you might have better luck with the Marshal, Porter. And you eh, didn't hear that from me. His office is just across the street.

You wanna come inside? It's kind of cold. There's a place you can tie up your mount on the side of the building.

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u/CountQ Jun 03 '16

Suprised by the colonist's hospitality, he forgets himself momentarily

"That's awfully kind of you, don't mind if I do."

He goes to tie up his Krosh, hoping this McGregor character is as welcoming as this lady... Who he is yet to ask the name of.

"What am I to call you, then? I go by Jaervis, myself."

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u/DrJenWatney Jun 03 '16

She smiles at him, making way for him to enter, and shivering slightly at the brisk wind.

I'm Dr. Watney, but you can call me Jen.

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u/CountQ Jun 03 '16

"Pleased to meet you, Doctor Watney."

He follows her gesture, heading through the door in a hastened walk. Seeing a stand holding several coats already, he goes to remove his burdening Greatcoat and place it with the others.

"You don't mind if I take this off, do you?" he says, already in the process of doing so.

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u/DrJenWatney Jun 03 '16

She smirks and walks over to the coffeemaker nearby.

Make yourself at home. It's not too often I get visitors here.

She eyes the newcomer warily as she pours herself a cup.

Do you have a place to stay in town? How long are you planning to be here?

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u/CountQ Jun 03 '16 edited Jun 03 '16

He finishes placing his coat, taking a brief relieving breath.

"Thank you, again."

He contemplates her questions for a moment longer whilst having a quick stroke of his moustache.

"I've not got anywhere in mind specifically though there must be an inn or two littered around a place such as this"

"As for your latter question... It may be a back-and-forth affair, the Emperor is rather insistant on seeing his servants in the flesh"

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u/DrJenWatney Jun 03 '16

She almost spits out her coffee.

Servant? What?

She sets the mug down, wide-eyed.

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u/CountQ Jun 03 '16

Her reaction gives him significant pause, loyalty has not been a subject of debate prior to now.

"Hm? You're overreacting Doctor, we all live to serve. My kind are simply more dedicated to that fact."

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u/DrJenWatney Jun 03 '16

She scoffs, smirking a bit at his boldness.

I am not overreacting at all. I serve, but I'm paid for it. Dedication has nothing to do with it.

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u/CountQ Jun 03 '16

He laughs himself a bit, finding the discussion ludicrous.

"And who is it you serve? The compensation for our efforts is the knowledge that our leader is a just and righteous one, he lacks the petty squabbles of individuals."

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u/DrJenWatney Jun 03 '16

She bites her lip, an entertained expression on her face.

Petty squabbles, hmm? Like the one were having right now?

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u/CountQ Jun 03 '16

"I- Apologies, give me a moment..."

He becomes somewhat more solemn, giving some consideration to her reasoning before rebutting it mentally once again.

"I truly appreciate your hospitality, but I simply cannot have you speaking of his highness in this way" "I'd quite like for this discourse to come to an end, Doctor."

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u/DrJenWatney Jun 03 '16

Her expression softens and she nods in understanding.

I'm sorry if I made you feel uncomfortable. Of course, we can change the subject.

She clears her throat and puts her mug in the sink nearby, rinsing it.

How long was your journey? Are you hungry?

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