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deercountry2021-10-30 10:27 pm
notimeforfailure) wrote in deercountry2021-10-30 10:27 pm
patisserie lysitherie: preparations
[a. video, un: charon, ota]
Good evening, Trench. The grand opening of... [she frowns as she says the next part] the Patisserie Lysitherie is currently scheduled for November 15th, pending any horrible Trenchian incidents. So most likely, November 30th.
As we prepare for transition into our new space, I'm seeking a few things.
First, Architects or anyone good with woodworking and metalworking to remodel the existing building and to install a few necessary appliances. I need more ovens. Anyone interested in helping with the business is welcome, too, of course.
Second, if any recreational businesses are interested in a steady supply of pastries - for instance, a café or a bookstore - I'm open to partnerships.
Third, if you've got a cake or a sweet from home you're just dying to experience, I'd like to start collecting recipes from all of you Sleepers. I began this business to revive my beloved nostalgic sweets, but I realize... I'd like to be able to bring that experience to others, too.
[b. Willful Machine, early November, ota]
Augh!
[There comes a loud explosion from a rather derelict building in the middle of the Willful Machine district. A half-dozen thumps and clangs follow. ...Then the upper story of the building drops about three feet, releasing an enormous plume of smoke that settles over wary shoppers and merchants. A girl covered in a thick layer of dust stumbles out ten seconds later and falls backwards on the ground.]
I suppose... that takes care of the rodent issue.
[The building belches out a gout of flame behind her.]
[c. Lysithea's home (Gaze), early November, for new and old customers, employees, or other general CR]
[With the bakery operations in full swing and the storefront not yet ready, Lysithea's home is in perpetual activity. Whether she's fulfilling orders, experimenting with new pastries, or bullying her employees, Lysithea works tirelessly to make her dream a reality. For the time being, her work as an Arcane Scholar in the School of Mutter is suspended as she focuses on her craft.]
Look out - hot pan behind you!
Yes, yes, of course - I can do a dozen mini-cakes for you by tomorrow; that won't be a problem.
Here to collect? If you would sign this form here and fill out what you plan to trade...
You've procured the cinnamon? Wonderful! How much did it cost us? Did you have to give up the hematite?
[Regardless of why you're here, she'll open the door with smudges of honey and chocolate all over her face and an exhausted, though satisfied expression.]
Good evening, Trench. The grand opening of... [she frowns as she says the next part] the Patisserie Lysitherie is currently scheduled for November 15th, pending any horrible Trenchian incidents. So most likely, November 30th.
As we prepare for transition into our new space, I'm seeking a few things.
First, Architects or anyone good with woodworking and metalworking to remodel the existing building and to install a few necessary appliances. I need more ovens. Anyone interested in helping with the business is welcome, too, of course.
Second, if any recreational businesses are interested in a steady supply of pastries - for instance, a café or a bookstore - I'm open to partnerships.
Third, if you've got a cake or a sweet from home you're just dying to experience, I'd like to start collecting recipes from all of you Sleepers. I began this business to revive my beloved nostalgic sweets, but I realize... I'd like to be able to bring that experience to others, too.
[b. Willful Machine, early November, ota]
Augh!
[There comes a loud explosion from a rather derelict building in the middle of the Willful Machine district. A half-dozen thumps and clangs follow. ...Then the upper story of the building drops about three feet, releasing an enormous plume of smoke that settles over wary shoppers and merchants. A girl covered in a thick layer of dust stumbles out ten seconds later and falls backwards on the ground.]
I suppose... that takes care of the rodent issue.
[The building belches out a gout of flame behind her.]
[c. Lysithea's home (Gaze), early November, for new and old customers, employees, or other general CR]
[With the bakery operations in full swing and the storefront not yet ready, Lysithea's home is in perpetual activity. Whether she's fulfilling orders, experimenting with new pastries, or bullying her employees, Lysithea works tirelessly to make her dream a reality. For the time being, her work as an Arcane Scholar in the School of Mutter is suspended as she focuses on her craft.]
Look out - hot pan behind you!
Yes, yes, of course - I can do a dozen mini-cakes for you by tomorrow; that won't be a problem.
Here to collect? If you would sign this form here and fill out what you plan to trade...
You've procured the cinnamon? Wonderful! How much did it cost us? Did you have to give up the hematite?
[Regardless of why you're here, she'll open the door with smudges of honey and chocolate all over her face and an exhausted, though satisfied expression.]
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You say that like I'd let you get away with funny business now.
[Her tone is more severe than it would be if she were entirely serious. That being the case, it is difficult to tell.]
Lady Sharon Rainsworth...
It's funny the way you describe her. When I was younger, what I hated most of all was being treated like a child. I'm sure we felt exactly the same. It hasn't happened in some years now, but... the tongue-lashings I would give!
I think some of my friends did it just to see my reaction.
Regardless...
[She will not acknowledge any idea of a 'replacement.' For one thing, it was crass. For another... Lysithea is Lysithea and this unknown girl was Break's daughter. If they are similar, it means there are personality traits that Break finds himself drawn to. Their relationship would be forged from their own experiences, memories, and interactions.]
I do appreciate your faith in me.
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For the moment, though, he's smiling fondly, the rest of his face hidden by his messy hair as he bows his head.]
Miss Lysithea doesn't abide nonsense much. In my experience, that means...there's really no reason to doubt.
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[She raises an eyebrow as he bows - this is not the first time he has exhibited such servile mannerisms, and it leads her to conclude he is either an obliging gentleman or a former butler.]
Though it is nice, sometimes, to be reminded of that fact by people who... aren't me.
[Even Lysithea's self-esteem needs bolstering at times.]
Well.
...Since the plaster wall is a lost cause, anyway, shall we go and get rid of the whole thing?
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[Break has faith in Lysithea's abilities but also does not really want to find himself right next to some of those abilities again if he can help it.]
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[including mouthy business partners]
You just need to think creatively.
[Lysithea grumbles as she stalks over to the door and pushes it open with determination. Said determination causes it to go flying off its hinges.]
Ugh!
((This might be a good place to wrap this one up!))
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It's to make sure the things Lysithea knocks over fall away from her, not toward.]