Thread: The Slums of Inalt

Name Nickname Charlotte McCabe Charlie Attire White off-the-shoulder peasant top, brown leather corset with clockwork design, brown pants, brown leather boots, goggles. Weapon Knife sheathed on her left hip. Location The Slums of Inalt inside one of the shops. Tagging Anyone Kelly NPC. Time September 1, 2650 Later afternoon. Name Nickname Alice Boswell Al Attire Brown corset with chains brown mini skirt brown leather boots brown leather collar with metal o-ring and chains brown leather wrist bands with chains. Weapon None. Location The Slums of Inalt near the shops. Tagging Anyone Kelly NPC. Time September 1, 2650 Later afternoon. Charlie felt like she had to wait forever inside the shop to pay for her item, but she supposed most of that was a result of her anxiousness and want to leave and get home. Things tended to give the illusion of taking longer when in reality they did not and all because you were anticipating something. Yes, she had to rationalize the paranoia and nervousness she was feeling, not to mention the dread at having to go back outside. It was times like these when she wished she had a brother. Though her father would tell her she needed a man, one who could protect her like he felt she should be. But she always protested when he brought up the subject, not wanting to think on it. She had too many other things on her mind preventing her from getting wrapped up in such things. Besides, no man ever quite fit the bill anyway nor really cared about the sort of girl she was. But she didn't have the heart to tell that sort of thing to her father. Best to let him think otherwise, if it made him happy. He was old, sickly and who knew how much longer he had. He didn't need to know she was the sort men didn't give a second look to. Is that all, miss? asked the clerk, snapping Charlie out of her reverie. She blushed a bit and nodded, placing her item on the counter. Meanwhile, outside, Kelly just stood there with his back against the wall. He could still see Charlie as she tended to her business inside the shop. He wondered what exactly she was buying and why. It was clear that it was important since she dared to venture into the Slums by herself without anyone to escort her. He gave her credit there and the fact that she pressed on even after she felt his presence... yeah, she had gumption, all right. Suddenly, he heard a scuffling sound that caused him to turn his head and arch a brow. Quickly, fluidly, he moved to hide amongst the shadows. Just then, a dark-eyed girl with lovely auburn hair came into his view. A smile tugged at the corners of his lips and he wondered where she came from. She definitely wasn't local nor was she from his own island. Definitely an intriguing find... The chains she bore made him even more curious. And his eyes narrowed slightly as he watched her. Alice shivered as she ran, her body in a semi-crouch as she moved through the darkened streets of the Slums. She was frightened, worried about the possibility that someone from Inchisoare somehow followed her and would recognize her. Or just that someone would try something in general. It was plain that she wasn't safe and wouldn't be until she reached a better part of the city. She just hoped she did sooner than later. Not wanting to linger, she kept moving, her legs not stopping as her eyes constantly darted back and forth at the shadows surrounding her. Not once did she notice the man watching her, the man who started following her, his attention on the red-head in the shop suddenly lost... for now. Alice and KellyNPC exit to Inalt Name Nickname Mathilda Molloy Mattie Attire White short-sleeve peasant top, brown leather corset, pink lace handless gloves, olive green and white skirt showing off leg in the front with a brown leather belt, pink lace garters, olive green and pink striped stockings, brown leather boots. Weapon Knife sheathed on her left hip. Location The Slums of Inalt near her home. Tagging Anyone Conrad NPC. Time September 1, 2650 Later afternoon. Mattie was almost home and she felt a wave of relief wash over her when she saw it come into her sights. It was always a welcome thing to see, knowing that soon she'd be home and inside where she'd be safer than where she was in out on the streets. And she definitely would feel safer once her money was stashed away for safe-keeping. Humming and smiling, she began to reach for her key. Going somewhere? came a voice. Male. Mattie stopped in her tracks and turned around to see who it was that was clearly speaking to her since no one else was about. She tilted her head at the man who stood before her and gave him a warm smile followed by a small curtsy. Good afternoon, kind sir, she said. Yes, I'm just out for a walk. I hope you're having a pleasant day. The hair on the back of her neck had suddenly stood up and a nervous ache began to rise in the pit of her tummy. Something was off. Something was wrong. Conrad just looked at Mattie and smiled, though it wasn't the sort that was pleasant. His eyes glinted sinisterly as they first looked at her face and then began to roam the rest of her body. He watched her just stand there, not moving as if inviting him to look. Oh yes, this would be all too easy. He took a step forward almost daring her to take a step backward. Mattie swallowed, her feet shifting a bit as she stepped back. But not once did her smile falter. Well, sir. I must be on my way, she said. At that, she turned back around and made to leave, her eyes closing as she thought about how close to home she was. Conrad shook his head, still smiling. No, see. I don't think so. Mattie stopped walking, her body trembling at the words she'd just heard spoken directly to her. Conrad walked up to Mattie and allowed a finger to trace the back of her neck and then down along her shoulders. See, you have some things that I want. And I plan on taking them. By force, if I have to. Blinking, Mattie began to whimper a little, her body shaking even more. Please sir, she whispered pleadingly. I need to go now. Fear... Conrad stated. Interesting isn't it? His hand reached around her body just then making sure to take in the feel of her curves as it did. Now, he said again. Give me what I want.