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Post by Amelia Royce on May 8, 2015 20:24:14 GMT -5
The streets of the city.
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Post by Amelia Royce on May 8, 2015 20:24:44 GMT -5
"We didn't want Grafton, but trade flowed smoothly people had money in their pocket. Now, not so much. People remember who bring them prosperity, not defeat." He bowed to her, "Okay, things can get a bit dirty and the people are rough around the edges. But they're good at heart." "I do not mind," Amelia said, rising and nodding for some guards to accompany them. "Now show me the city if you will, Maester Ray."
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Post by Ser Pounce on May 8, 2015 20:32:49 GMT -5
Ray took her on a stroll pointing out some of the dangerous parts where he suspected there were hideouts of criminals that took advantage of the fair people. He pointed out a burned down tavern which he claimed the northmen had destroyed. "I'm trying to get this place fixed up. But lumber is hard to come by and it's damn expensive. We need more than just money, supplies and material are key." He motioned to another place, a brothel by the looks of it, "Keeping that place safe. Offering protection and the like. Lot of girls turned to whoring nowadays. Bit of a shame." He pointed down one street which had a collapsed house with stones everywhere in the street blocking the way. "Trying to get that cleaned up but people don't like working for free, I don't blame em. But we're slowly getting to it. Place looked much worse off."
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Post by Amelia Royce on May 8, 2015 20:37:46 GMT -5
Amelia frowned when she saw the state the city was in. "It is unfortunate... all of this," She said, looking especially concerned when they passed the brothel. "The women should not have to sell themselves. I promise you, I will set this right. Though we must strike out at the criminals who have... made this possible in the wake of the battle."
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Post by Ser Pounce on May 8, 2015 20:41:28 GMT -5
"The mercs take money, no matter who it comes from. A perfect storm for corruption. Maybe with your name you can restore some pride to this city."
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Post by Amelia Royce on May 8, 2015 20:44:11 GMT -5
"Yes, I am hoping so," Amelia said, adjusting her dress around her cleavage a little. "It all depends on the type of sellswords hired. Some are far from reputable."
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Post by Ser Pounce on May 8, 2015 20:57:51 GMT -5
"I agree, I have seen some of them take bribes with my own eyes. I hope the people can trust you to help them."
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Post by Amelia Royce on May 8, 2015 21:01:20 GMT -5
"They can," Amelia assured him. "Do we know who the men are who run this place?" She asked, pointing at the brothel. "Such types to take advantage of women..."
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Post by Ser Pounce on May 8, 2015 21:06:10 GMT -5
"The mistress owns it, I help make sure the girls are safe. The girls have no advantages since there is no work besides what they do now."
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Post by Amelia Royce on May 8, 2015 21:09:11 GMT -5
Ami nods. "Good, at least they are safe. Well then, I have seen what I wanted to. I will make sure these people are alright."
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Post by Ser Pounce on May 8, 2015 21:18:07 GMT -5
"The sooner the better," Ray replied. "If you need help, I'll be around. I can start getting you the names of the shit disturbers and the corrupt."
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Post by Amelia Royce on May 8, 2015 21:23:13 GMT -5
"Yes, some names would be good," Ami agreed. "A few of them will have to be dealt with more severely, I fear."
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Post by Ser Pounce on May 8, 2015 21:25:46 GMT -5
"We've strung up the ones we've caught in the past. Shows people there is still some justice left."
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Post by Amelia Royce on May 8, 2015 21:30:53 GMT -5
Amelia nodded. "Good. I will return to the keep now."
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Post by Ser Pounce on May 8, 2015 21:33:02 GMT -5
Ray went his separate way after their conversation.
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