The Land of Grimney - The Illustrated Adventures of Cora Pearl, aged 12

Oh it is you... The spirit guide... The Duke has much respect for you.

*She glances at the Tattler.*

Full of rubbish that is. Says the Princess was rescued by passers-by. Well she wouldn't want the truth out now, would she?

It is nice to formally meet you, Abigail. I have heard many good things from the Duke.

No, it is probably not wise to announce that Carados was involved. He prefers anonymity.

Where is everyone?

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Esper Rakkaus
Spirit of the Trees

Well Kalvos and the Princess have been locked in her bedroom since their return. Not resting.

*Abigail looks uncomfortable*

I'm sure the Duke wouldn't be happy.

*Esper's eyebrows raised and were frozen in place. She didn't know how to respond. All she could think was - no more babies. At least not until some kind of peace is found in Grimney.

Maybe I should cause a little earthquake? Do you think that will disrupt their leisure?

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Esper Rakkaus
Spirit of the Trees

I doubt they would notice... Have you ever met a couple so wrapped up in one another?

*She shakes her head.*

Young love. Still you have to be slightly impressed with the young man duelling five opponents for her. Not that I think they should marry I mean he is a nobody...

Oh, he is a somebody, to Philomena. In matters of the heart, love is all that matters not blood. Hopefully, Carados will accept that.

*Esper stops there because she knows Carados and he is not one to change his ways.

So, should we unlock the doors so that customers can come in?

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Esper Rakkaus
Spirit of the Trees

*The sound of men approaching and a sudden bang on the tavern door. The men wait a moment and get impatient. Therefore they slam their fists against the wooden door and yell for it to be opened at once.

*Esper looks at Abigail and shrugs her shoulders.

I am just a spirit. I walk through walls not open doors. You go right ahead.

*Esper backs up and disappears to watch from the safety of invisibility.

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Esper Rakkaus
Spirit of the Trees

Hmmmm you know His Grace... Although...

*She whispers*

Of course he married Princess Onedina from no other motive but love. But he's stubborn.

*She shrugs.*

Not sure I'm inclined to open the doors. We only got the kidnapper and the driver, there's a fair few behind the plot whose throats haven't been slit yet... We're working on it.

*She hears the Duke's angry yell*

That's my Lord...

*She opens the door.*

Your Grace...

*Philomena arrives in a silky nightgown, her lace basque is visible beneath*

Who in oceans is making that noise?

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