<em>"An exhibition type duel then?  That sounds like it could be quite fun.  If your student is any good, it should be quite a work out.  I'm afraid that my own studies in the arcane art have not only been somewhat lacking due to nobility's demands, but also due to my own... hmmmm... particular specialization."</em><br/><br/>Tehr's words had Tielwater nod and smile slightly, seeming amused at the time but not saying anything to interrupt on that, seeming interested on sipping down a bit of wine at the time. As Tehr then continued about his reasons, he still sat there quietly. Curiously watching and listening in at what he had to share.<em> "I don't want you to worry, I don't practice any destructive or overly dangerous magics.  But more... hmm... natural magic shall we say?  Magic that the Church doesn't approve of.  I don't think they'd burn me at the stake or anything, but they certainly wouldn't approve of the choice I've made in my studies."</em><br/><br/>"Oh, but they've tried to burn Druids at a stake as witches consorting with demons, and they've likewise banned old Chaos Magic practices because they fear that which they cannot understand. Likewise, anything that upsets their tight wound morals is due to a fall. I think they would wish to return a king to a throne here too, rather than face the ugly fact a woman who is supposed to be submissive in their faith is now seated at the throne of one of the rising kingdoms. Despite our internal issues, the isles have the greatest navy of our time and our control on trade is worth a mention." Nodding his head casually, he seemed to be thinking of something.<br/><br/>The talk's shift to the suggestions and Tehr's reply brought a smile back to Tielwater's face quickly as he nodded his head slightly, chuckling at the time and gesturing at the rope. "Please feel free to pull that, a maid will take you over to the Lady and Emily if you ask." She waved after him while pouring himself yet another glass. That was when something could be noted. For a lot smaller body, he was taking in a whole lot of wine. One bottle divided between him and Tehr already, and he was having his second cup from the second one. It looked like he was going to be drinking a fair bit in a quick order.<br/><br/><hr/><hr/><br/>The maid arrived swiftly, the black outfit along with the white apron hugging a busty figure closely, a calm smile on her face, the hazelnut eyes watching him, the skirt's hem down low but the cut for her head allowing for a generous view of the fair skinned bust. Her dark hair brushed back by the fingers, a playful smile on her face, the halfling maid began to lead him along the hallway.<br/><br/>"The Lady has been quite interested in seeing you, and there's a fair bit of people curious as to how things are in Londinium." She spoke in a calm fashion, moving towards a set of dual doors. "Of course, they do know you have come here for more than indulging their desire for news." Mischevious grin suddenly flashed on her face as she paused at the doors. "The lady and miss Emily are waiting at the other side." She said, knocking briefly to the door. Someone shouted "enter" from the other side calmly, and so the maid pushed the door open.<br/><br/>Beyond lay smooth grey stone floor with the floor angled a bit towards the center of the room. There was large windows with thin white cloth before them, letting light through without problem but obscuring the view outside. For a fair reason too, for at the heart of the room lay a large pool of water, and within the waters, Emily and Eeva were sitting in the buff before the house mistress, who cast a curious glance at the doorway as well. There was three more halfling women further off, one of them happily playing with a child giggling and hugging her neck now and then, the two others seeming to be indulging in some wine and apparently arguing with one another, resting against the back of the pool. The water was clear, but with the lively people in it, moving enough that it obscured somewhat. Still, the full nudity of the women in the water was obvious enough.<br/><br/>"Ohh? I didn't think you'd be so bold, newcomer." The Mistress smirked casually and turned to look at Emily. "I am going to guess he's here to<em>see</em>you, then. We'll continue later, perhaps?" Her smile was amused rather than accusing, though Emily let out a nervous laugh while standing up from the waters in her full glory.<br/><br/>Meanwhile the maid gave a prod to his hip. "Should I have warned you?" The look on the maid's face was mirthful and amused, not a least bit concerned, almost as if expecting him to be embarrassed and aroused at this.