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

His blood runs in my veins and your daughter's. I am not supporting and encouraging him into revolution, I am just trying to get to know him. You judged him on that one moment? We don't know why he did that yet but that old man and his accomplice dragged me into the swamp and hurt me. He was angry. You were angry.

As for your humanity, you cut down five men in the arena for the sake of our love. They weren't defenceless no, but neither was my kidnapper.

*Philomena looks close to tears*

You can't ask me to give him up, I have been waiting almost thirty years to meet him. I don't want war, you know that but why do you think that is what he wants?

*She takes his hand and kisses it*

You are the most important man in my life, you know that, but please give my father a second chance.

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I don't wish to upset you, but Carados needs no encouragement. I'm simply trying to protect you.

*He descends the stairs and hugs Philomena*.

The kidnapper was tied up, I'd say that was defenceless. My assailants had swords, and a desire to kill me. I defended myself and yes I killed them for us.

*He kisses Philomena and takes her by the hand and leads her upstairs*.

Carados is dangerous and unpredictable, but he is your father, I agree to give him time, as he has much to explain.

*Kalvos leads her to the bedroom door and kisses her tenderly*.

Let's not fight, at least not tonight with you looking so beautiful. We can find comfort in each others arms. We always will.

*Kalvos opens the bedroom door and steps inside, he escorts Philomena in and gazes out at the mysterious Esper Rakkaus*.

Goodnight Esper..... Take care....

*Esper is distracted; staring out the window. She turns to Philomena.

Odd, your father should have been here by now. The chatter among the spirits is quiet. Appears to be an incoming storm of an unusual kind. What do you make of it?

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Esper Rakkaus
Spirit of the Trees

Kalvos darling, I always look beautiful and I hate fighting with you.

*She smiles.*

But I always love making up... It is amazing how any quarrel can be settled in our bed.

*The mermaid looks back at the spirit.*

I don't know Esper... To me the storm feels natural and not summoned by magic... I must go to bed now dearest. Perhaos the rain kept my father back? Do forgive me but Kalvos is impatient for me to join him.

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Goodnight lovebirds! I must go. I will see you soon.

*Esper agrees that the storm is natural but what happens in the natural world directly affects the spiritual. The stirring of the winds picks up enough for Esper to feel the change. She knows that something is coming and no one will ever see it. She leaves to find the source; be it good or bad.

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Esper Rakkaus
Spirit of the Trees

Esper, Meadow, Arabella, Lillikin! Look what my father has sent me.

*She holds up a beautiful heart shaoed necklace*

It has the crest of the Aquitani on one half and of Zoltar on the other! Isn't it lovely?

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Oh Madam, it is beautiful.... Let me put it on you.

*She fixes around the mermaid's neck*

Oh you look divine.

*Philomena gazes at the necklace in the mirror. There is a strange gleam in her eyes.*

I shall never take it off, for it reminds me that my father's love is the only love worth having. Now he is in my life, I have no need to listen to any other man. It is my duty to serve him regardless of the sacrifice.

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It is divine!

*Esper approaches and stares into the crests. Her inner spirit coils. She assumes out of jealousy.*

When did he send it? Where did it come from? Tell us more!

*Esper wonders what jeweler he used. Maybe they can make translucent pieces.

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Esper Rakkaus
Spirit of the Trees

It must be the workmanship of elves... It is so beautiful. My father must really love me.

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