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[ It was a show of trust on the surface that he would allow Chilton to do this. Another rung climbed on their ladder of friendship. And also a learning experience. Petyr was surprised by how fast it took affect and how little he cared when it did. His body felt relaxed, even as he tried to resist it at first. But eventually, he cared very little to resist and settled back against the couch comfortably. When he spoke, his words were a bit tired, slower. ]
I imagine that can be quite potent when used to its full potential. That is incredible, Frederick. A truly incredible gift. I was not given anything nearly as effective. The ability to communicate with mockingbirds. How will that serve me when it comes to defending myself?
[ Petyr hadn't really meant to tell Chilton of his power, but he was in such a calm state that it just sort of slipped out. ]
I imagine that can be quite potent when used to its full potential. That is incredible, Frederick. A truly incredible gift. I was not given anything nearly as effective. The ability to communicate with mockingbirds. How will that serve me when it comes to defending myself?
[ Petyr hadn't really meant to tell Chilton of his power, but he was in such a calm state that it just sort of slipped out. ]
[ Now that? That is interesting. Baelish tilts his head curiously. ]
While I do appreciate your generous offer, and it is a generous offer -- how do you know I am not the same way? That I do not wish to establish order and control as well?
[ Pan is right, of course. Baelish despises order and thrives in chaos. But it isn't as though he's advertised that to many. The eternal youth must truly despise Dooku if he's chosen to bank on an unknown variable. ]
While I do appreciate your generous offer, and it is a generous offer -- how do you know I am not the same way? That I do not wish to establish order and control as well?
[ Pan is right, of course. Baelish despises order and thrives in chaos. But it isn't as though he's advertised that to many. The eternal youth must truly despise Dooku if he's chosen to bank on an unknown variable. ]
Because I can tell. I've seen men like you in my time and despite how hard they try and hide it, there's always a tell. You just need to know how to see it.
[ But then he waves his hand a bit. ]
But, we won't get into that shall we? Regardless if you DO enforce order and control on the Falls it'll bring me great satisfaction to see Dooku's face when he loses.
[ But then he waves his hand a bit. ]
But, we won't get into that shall we? Regardless if you DO enforce order and control on the Falls it'll bring me great satisfaction to see Dooku's face when he loses.
A misunderstanding?
[She wants to believe that, very much... but Rincewind also warned her that Petyr might try to reject any aid. And she doesn't believe for a moment that the wizard would simply be trying to distract her from anything--she's only seen him drunk once, and if there was a problem, surely he would seek her help rather than try to avoid it. They're friends.]
I would like very much for that to be the case, and your words give me hope, but you must understand that I will not take any chances. This is for your own good. I must have your sworn oath, here and now, that you have seen the light of reason and that you shall henceforth have nothing to do with this evil.
[She wants to believe that, very much... but Rincewind also warned her that Petyr might try to reject any aid. And she doesn't believe for a moment that the wizard would simply be trying to distract her from anything--she's only seen him drunk once, and if there was a problem, surely he would seek her help rather than try to avoid it. They're friends.]
I would like very much for that to be the case, and your words give me hope, but you must understand that I will not take any chances. This is for your own good. I must have your sworn oath, here and now, that you have seen the light of reason and that you shall henceforth have nothing to do with this evil.
[ He doesn't hesitate to put this nonsense to an end the only way he knows how -- playing on her religious beliefs. ]
I swear my oath to you and your gods that I have not nor will I ever touch such vile substances, Princess. May I be struck down or met with swift divine justice right now if I were lying to you.
[ And when nothing happens to him, he goes on to repeat. ]
As I've said, this is a grave misunderstanding.
I swear my oath to you and your gods that I have not nor will I ever touch such vile substances, Princess. May I be struck down or met with swift divine justice right now if I were lying to you.
[ And when nothing happens to him, he goes on to repeat. ]
As I've said, this is a grave misunderstanding.
I will not decline your aid, of course. Though I do fear it may have the opposite effect if you were to be open about your support.
[ His hands come to cradle his glass of wine comfortably. ]
You have a bit of a reputation, after all. A reputation that makes you a very valuable ally, but one whose name strikes fear into the hearts of imPorts and natives alike. It may dissuade them from voting for me in the end. How do you intend upon aiding me in my campaign?
[ His hands come to cradle his glass of wine comfortably. ]
You have a bit of a reputation, after all. A reputation that makes you a very valuable ally, but one whose name strikes fear into the hearts of imPorts and natives alike. It may dissuade them from voting for me in the end. How do you intend upon aiding me in my campaign?
I'm well aware of what I am to the people and imPorts. I never said I'd do so openly.
[ Only a fool would be so brazen to show support. But Pan leans back in his seat, legs crossed, hand on his chin. ]
I have magic. My powers here vastly outstrip those of any other imPort. I can give you money, favours, puppets everything behind closed doors.
...I could even give you some magic to use towards these purposes if you'd wish.
[ Only a fool would be so brazen to show support. But Pan leans back in his seat, legs crossed, hand on his chin. ]
I have magic. My powers here vastly outstrip those of any other imPort. I can give you money, favours, puppets everything behind closed doors.
...I could even give you some magic to use towards these purposes if you'd wish.
[ At least the kid's clever. But deals that seem too good to be true are suspicious to Petyr. While he's glad to team up with him in order to conquer a mutual enemy, he also wants to make sure he does not get caught in the crossfire. ]
You would gift me these things for your revenge? Or do you require something else in return? Something from me?
You would gift me these things for your revenge? Or do you require something else in return? Something from me?
[ His smile spreads at the line of questioning. Least the man's no fool. Helpful and dangerous at the same time. ]
All magic comes with a price you would be correct, even my help comes with it.
I only have two things in mind. The first hinging on the second and it's a question.
The land you hail from...does IT have magic?
All magic comes with a price you would be correct, even my help comes with it.
I only have two things in mind. The first hinging on the second and it's a question.
The land you hail from...does IT have magic?
[ A price Petyr Baelish does not want to pay. A price he would do his damnedest to pass off onto someone else, if given the chance. ]
I try my best to not become indebted to anyone. Once you owe someone something, they own you. And I am not a man who serves anyone. [ Anyone other than himself, that is. ] I do not require your magics, not at the moment. But I believe our arrangement could be mutually beneficial.
[ After prefacing that, he leans back and answers Pan's question. ]
There are rumors of magics in my world. Dark magics. I cannot say I believe in those rumors and I certainly have never witnessed them with my own eyes. Why do you ask?
I try my best to not become indebted to anyone. Once you owe someone something, they own you. And I am not a man who serves anyone. [ Anyone other than himself, that is. ] I do not require your magics, not at the moment. But I believe our arrangement could be mutually beneficial.
[ After prefacing that, he leans back and answers Pan's question. ]
There are rumors of magics in my world. Dark magics. I cannot say I believe in those rumors and I certainly have never witnessed them with my own eyes. Why do you ask?
No, you're a man who serves his own interests. A commendable trait if nothing else.
[ It's like they're kindred spirits. Wanting to beholden to no one. Well, at least mostly...for this man anyway.
The answer is enough to confirm it. Rumours fostered belief. Belief was power and magic incarnate. In that case... ]
That is enough for me to tell you the price of the magic I offer.
In time, in this world, we'll find a way to leave. Willingly and with all our memories in tact.
When that time comes...I wish you to take me to your land. A fair bargain if any.
[ It's like they're kindred spirits. Wanting to beholden to no one. Well, at least mostly...for this man anyway.
The answer is enough to confirm it. Rumours fostered belief. Belief was power and magic incarnate. In that case... ]
That is enough for me to tell you the price of the magic I offer.
In time, in this world, we'll find a way to leave. Willingly and with all our memories in tact.
When that time comes...I wish you to take me to your land. A fair bargain if any.
[She actually holds her breath as he speaks the oath, because if he's lying she has no doubt that he will be met with swift divine justice. It's to her great and obvious delight that he's not.]
Oh, wonderful! Now, that wasn't so hard, was it? I daresay this went very well indeed! I do have to wonder where the confusion arose... oh, but Rin--er, our friend will be so pleased to hear of this! You have put our minds at ease, Lord Baelish!
[She will just. Continue to believe he was joking about the brothels.]
Oh, wonderful! Now, that wasn't so hard, was it? I daresay this went very well indeed! I do have to wonder where the confusion arose... oh, but Rin--er, our friend will be so pleased to hear of this! You have put our minds at ease, Lord Baelish!
[She will just. Continue to believe he was joking about the brothels.]
[ Dorian is trying his hardest not to giggle. ]
You're going to have to get the word out more, Baelish! After all, I don't know how you'll compete against an 'ice cream for everybody' platform. [ this election race just got 100% stupider and Dorian is THRILLED. ]
You're going to have to get the word out more, Baelish! After all, I don't know how you'll compete against an 'ice cream for everybody' platform. [ this election race just got 100% stupider and Dorian is THRILLED. ]
Edited 2016-06-02 22:04 (UTC)
Likewise, I would hate to think ill of you! I'm very relieved that I don't need to. That will be all, then. Do have a pleasant day!
That seems like a fair price, but one that is a bit of a gamble. While I could promise those things to you, there is no guarantee I will be around to see this world reach the point in time where we could return with the memories of our time here. Would you be satisfied with that outcome? If it turned out I was returned home before I could hold up my end of the deal?
[ Because really, Petyr has no qualms about bringing Pan to his world. Why not? It would help ignite chaos all the more. But the biggest issue here is that there are factors well beyond either of their control. Whether they like it or not, they are slaves to the porter. ]
[ Because really, Petyr has no qualms about bringing Pan to his world. Why not? It would help ignite chaos all the more. But the biggest issue here is that there are factors well beyond either of their control. Whether they like it or not, they are slaves to the porter. ]
[ Pan quietly thinks to himself about this. It was true, either one of them could vanish at any moment. But, if Petyr were to without paying the price?
Well, if he ever showed up again he'd be in Pan's debt regardless. Pan wouldn't let a price unpaid go. But, he won't say that. He'll keep that tidbit to himself. ]
I would be fine if such a circumstance were to arise. Besides, you're here now. There's still things we could do for one another at this current time. So, long as we work together.
I do not mind working together toward our common goal. In the end, we shall both prosper and I see little harm in benefiting mutually from our partnership.
[ If magic is the thing that comes at a price, well, Petyr will be certain to avoid situations where Pan would have to use it. After all, he has far more intriguing talents. Like breaking into someone's house or messing with people's minds. ]
But I would like the rules of this game clearly stated. You have to forgive me for my lack of trust, but I am a cautious man when it comes to my own life potentially being at stake. I've seen what you do to your friends.
[ Tetsuo's murder is on the network, after all. ]
[ If magic is the thing that comes at a price, well, Petyr will be certain to avoid situations where Pan would have to use it. After all, he has far more intriguing talents. Like breaking into someone's house or messing with people's minds. ]
But I would like the rules of this game clearly stated. You have to forgive me for my lack of trust, but I am a cautious man when it comes to my own life potentially being at stake. I've seen what you do to your friends.
[ Tetsuo's murder is on the network, after all. ]
[ Ah yes, Pan hadn't forgotten that tidbit. He did after all murder Tetsuo publicly. But should he even reveal that he can't recast the curse?
The thought dances in his mind for a moment. No, no he'll keep that bit to himself. ]
You'll be safe from that fate.
You're too clever to be bought like Tetsuo was. And far too old for it to work [ lies, but he does it smoothly. ]But, words are cheap but it's all I can offer...unless you have something in mind?
The thought dances in his mind for a moment. No, no he'll keep that bit to himself. ]
You'll be safe from that fate.
You're too clever to be bought like Tetsuo was. And far too old for it to work [ lies, but he does it smoothly. ]But, words are cheap but it's all I can offer...unless you have something in mind?
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