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zionmystique (zionmystique) wrote in zionmystiqueic,
@ 2019-11-12 18:10:00

Entry tags:

!conversation, !november, jack, jean, kieran, kong, sean, will

Dinner
Who: Open/please specify in reply title
When: Wednesday 11/13, Evening - Dinner
Type: Conversation thread
Where: Cookhouse/Please specify in reply title

It was just another day in Zion. The afternoon had been filled with shows. Well, what was often known as “Sunday School” shows, which really just meant they had to be appropriate for children as those were the regular guests. Rides and games were always more popular during the days, but shows like the ten in one gained a lot of kids wanting to gawk at the acts.

Delia and the cook staff had prepared a nice dinner, chicken pudding with corn and fresh biscuits. For those with more sensitive diets, a rare treat of cows blood acquired from Louis’ recent trip in town.

OOC
Reminder: Conversation threads are meant to be quicker threads like network conversations. Feel free to use dinner to have players catch up about things, plan for things or just gab.
All conversations should be in third person, however it is understood that actions will be limited. Anything that develops into a full fledge thread should be moved and continued in their own thread.
Please put name/time/location in the reply. Keep in mind that most public conversations could be overheard (this might be desired) and anyone could feasibly jump in in that case. Feel free to put ‘hushed’ in the reply title of the conversation isn’t obvious. If you are jumping on someone else’s convo, please do a courtesy and shoot them an DM or something to let them know (or if you want others to jump in tag with open :)).
Note: this is our first conversation thread. As much as I’d love to think it will go off without a hitch, I realistically know things can happen. After I will be open to feedback to help better the idea :)

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	7pm, North corner of the tent, Kieran, Jack and OPEN kieranmacdonald 2019-11-13 01:47 am UTC (link)
	As Kieran and Jack came to eat, he quickly sat his friend at the table and grabbed them both food before joining him again. "I'm starving. Haven't eaten since yesterday it seems." That wasn't entirely true. Kieran had been gifted candy from a small girl who beamed when he lifted her into cabin of the Eli. (Reply to this) (Thread)

	7pm, North corner of the tent, Kieran, Jack and OPEN artonwheels 2019-11-13 01:54 am UTC (link)
	“You were at breakfast.” Jack laughed. He cast Kieran a look. “So, later tonight, what do you think about going star gazing?” (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	7pm, North corner of the tent, Kieran, Jack and OPEN kieranmacdonald 2019-11-13 02:15 am UTC (link)
	Kieran rolled his eyes at his roommate regarding his comment about breakfast until the idea of star gazing came up. "Star gazing? Ya know they haven't changed in a long time." he teased. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	7pm, North corner of the tent, Kieran, Jack and OPEN artonwheels 2019-11-13 02:17 am UTC (link)
	Glancing at the others around him he looked at Kieran and gave him a bit of a look. “I think it’d be nice. Jus’ layin’ out. Seein’ th’sky above.” (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	7pm, North corner of the tent, Kieran, Jack and OPEN kieranmacdonald 2019-11-13 02:19 am UTC (link)
	Kieran smiled first with his eyes then with his mouth. "Alright, after we eat, eh?" he offered a wink in Jacks' direction though not before he looked around to make sure no one was looking. He didn't much mind who knew but he was aware of how Jack felt about it. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	7pm, North corner of the tent, Kieran, Jack and OPEN artonwheels 2019-11-13 03:13 am UTC (link)
	Jack’s smile beamed- more than intended. “After we eat.” Topic change. “I did good today, got a number a’tips. Only three works, but I slowed things down slightly and I think it was ‘more magical’ and my tips were like double normal.” (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	7pm, North corner of the tent, Kieran, Jack and OPEN kieranmacdonald 2019-11-13 03:37 am UTC (link)
	A broad smile appeared on Kieran’s face as he listened to Jack talk about his day. He’d grown solid in his skill and it seemed he continued to make good enough money to keep himself and sometimes Kieran afloat. Some days Kieran wished he had a skill like that so that he could take care of Jack. “Aye? I’m sure they were brilliant.” (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

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Kong & Open to anyone - at the table, close to the beginning of dinner

kongliu
2019-11-13 01:48 am UTC (link)

He was far from a social butterfly, far from it actually. Raised in a small village where he had known each person for who they were, he found himself straying from that similarity here. Without an idea as to why, knowing he needed to rely on these people more as he once used to, Kong made himself join in the dinner that particular evening. Frame rigid, uncomfortable, he picked up on the smallest sounds that many without an enhancement of hearing would not be able to pick up on. Peals of laughter, utensils scraping plates, bowls, the purity of the fellowship was unmistakable.

Having only been with the group for a short time - a year seemed to stretch on faster than he’d realized it - he did his best to acclimate, find a few kindred spirits, and do his best to continue his teachings.

Standing a few steps from where others were dining, unsure as to where even to begin, he listened to any sounds and sought any scents that might be familiar or friendly. Finally, scolding himself, Kong took a step forward only managing to bump someone without realizing it. He had been so caught up in himself and the moment that his walking stick had betrayed him. “Oh!” He breathed, shaking his head, “My apologies.” Voice was soft, barely audible over the cacophony of sounds.

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	Kong, Jean & Open to anyone - at the table, close to the beginning of dinner jeanramsey 2019-11-13 03:21 pm UTC (link)
	Jean hadn’t been much farther than Montana so the figure that she saw as she readjusted herself was exotic to say the least. Jean, however, wasn’t the quiet type. “What was that, darling?” She replied to the man who didn’t seem to be looking at her at all. Was he blind? (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	Kong, Jean, Sean, & Open to anyone - at the table, close to the beginning of dinner spiritusvolente 2019-11-13 03:26 pm UTC (link)
	Sean was a few steps behind as he saw Kong and soon stopped alongside him. "Hello, he first spoke to Jean and then to the other man in a softer tone, "Greetings." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	Kong, Jean, Sean, & Open to anyone - at the table, close to the beginning of dinner jeanramsey 2019-11-13 03:46 pm UTC (link)
	“Hi there.” She replied, looking between the two men, still in awe of this stranger from another place. “I’m Jean, new lion tamer, who might you be?” (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

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kongliu
2019-11-13 05:22 pm UTC (link)

As the voice of the woman rang into his ears over the roar of dinner, Kong’s head would lift and his frame would pivot in her direction. “I did not mean to bump into you,” he offered, voice quiet and delicate. The words struggled to make it to their destination, a Monarch fluttering in a hailstorm. He could tell by her tone, though, that she meant no outward harm.

Though it was his friend Sean’s quieter tone that settled the Wind of the East moreso than anything. The relief was evident in the set shoulders and the line of his jaw. Kong would turn in Sean’s direction, same as he had done for Jean. Warmth and color would flood into pale skin. “My friend,” he greeted.

Knowing he was of the kind whom had manners, once more his attention went toward the woman. “Jean,” Kong repeated, leaning closer to her as if to be loud enough to be heard, “It is my honor to meet you. I am Kong Liu.” A bow of ceremony would be offered to her - a slight bend at the waist and then he was back at his full height.

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	Kong, Jean, Sean, & Open to anyone - at the table, close to the beginning of dinner spiritusvolente 2019-11-14 12:55 am UTC (link)
	Sean had closed the 'door', signaling the spirits to move outside of the parameter of the carnival until the next morning. Tonight was for the living. He stayed alongside Kong and nodded gently. "It is good you are here." He spoke to the other man. "Hello Jean, I'm Sean - spirit medium." He spoke to the woman. "Wonderful to have a new lion tamer." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

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	6:30 PM, in line for food, Jean and OPEN jeanramsey 2019-11-13 02:37 am UTC (link)
	She hadn't been here long, but her show had already started to gain some success here in Arizona. They didn't seem much lions out this way, at least the kind they had in the carnival so the buzz had been significant. As someone approached she looked over with a smile and then back at the food. "Don't suppose there's a stronger drink somewhere to to be had?" she asked. (Reply to this) (Thread)

	6:30 PM, in line for food, Jean, Will and OPEN crimsonhues 2019-11-13 03:19 am UTC (link)
	Willis laughed. “Oh yes, just have to know the right person to ask.” (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	6:30 PM, in line for food, Jean, Will and OPEN jeanramsey 2019-11-13 03:27 am UTC (link)
	Jean turned to offer her cat like smile to the man next to her. Looked like some sort of holy man but he sure didn’t sound like one. “Might you be the man I can talk to about that? I’m sure there’s something I could offer you in exchange.” (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	6:30 PM, in line for food, Jean, Will and OPEN crimsonhues 2019-11-13 03:34 am UTC (link)
	“I did happen to pick up some cactus ale from town last week.” He said tapping his jacket pocket, the clinking if a flask could be heard. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	6:30 PM, in line for food, Jean, Will and OPEN jeanramsey 2019-11-13 03:42 am UTC (link)
	As the food was served onto her plate she offered the man a smirk. “Names Jean, I run the lion taming show. Who might you be?” (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	6:30 PM, in line for food, Jean, Will and OPEN crimsonhues 2019-11-13 04:03 am UTC (link)
	“Reverend Willis Conrad,” he replied, following her to a seat. “I do the Bally for a few shows. And run a mass on Sundays for those who need some spiritual guidance.” (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

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7:15PM | A Table | Henry & OPEN

hong_gi
2019-11-14 01:39 am UTC (link)

Getting to join the rest of the carnival for a meal was fairly rare for Henry and the young man was clearly in a good mood as he moved through the bustling tent. Part of him was aware that drinking blood in public was probably uncouth even if it was being offered. Certainly worse than putting one's elbows on the table or using the wrong utensil. But sometimes manners simply had to be put aside and now seemed like one of those times to him.

Carrying his (thankfully opaque) cup of bovine blood, he took a seat at one of the occupied tables and flashed a plainly eager smile. He was allowed to join them, wasn't he? Of course he was. "Good evening."

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