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[Lady Ditto Armunn]

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The event of the past few days whirled around in Ditto's mind as she sat at the tavern's table. Again, blank, white parchments glared at her, daring to be written upon. She just didn't know where to begin. So much had happened and yet so little that would be of interest to her husband, Tarothin "Cloudster" Armunn.
Though she loathed holding back any information from him, Ditto would omit the story of her broken nose, or any specifics on the night of the orc 'party'. She hadn't even had time to readjust to life here in Sosaria and already her mission had begun without notice. Life was good this way. Life was Chaotic. Making precise plans were for those waitiing for failure anyway, is what she believed. Remembering this, Ditto put quill to parchment:



My Cutest Love,

I am fine. How are you? How are Bree & Imy? Is Juju feeding you well?
Plans have been put into action before I had intended. It seems I was one of the guests for an Orcie party. Cat, who ya know, and Raven, who ya dunno, and Aulbrey, who ya dunno either, were also invited. It was one of those parties where they only invite femmies. The ones you always warn me about. Do not worry, I was not overly uncareful. Cat whinned alot. It was annoying so I helped them leave the party as best I could. It was not my fault they got caught. Poet helped Cat leave the party by offering prezzies. Since I refused to leave the party, the orcies said I had to clean and cook if I wanted to stay. Their way of cleaning is most, um, different than most, so it was an informative experience. I am also use to orcies eating raw horse meat, but this clan likes it in stew I think. So, I've been making horsie stew. Perhaps soon I will learn how to heat the kettle. And do not grumble about me being a servant or some such to orcies because I am not. They say I am an orcie and they named me Dittug, so if you send me anything at the fort, please address it as such. I am uncertain if anyone in this clan can read, but just in case they can, send any important information in the way we agreed upon before I left.

Once my magic is more comfortable here and I have honed it, I will leave the fort and seek Isk, as you wished. Until then, I am learning quickly the difference in this clan and the orcs we allied with. It is too early for me to make an assessment as to the effectiveness of an alliance with this clan. They seem chaotic enough, yet structured. I will have to see how far this extends. As to their power, at this time they are a smallish clan, but I predict that with the guidance of Kurb, it has the probability of growing. I would not consider them a danger to your plans at this time. It is my personal hope that they will be the dangerous wild card to everyone's plans in the future.

As for the Ebon Skull, I have heard nothing. The same goes with our sister, Ceinwyn. I heard Mairsil's name mentioned just once and it leads me to believe that he is at least still alive. Nightshade is still most interesting and I think she may prove useful to you in the future. I've not seen any Sanctans and this troubles me, for I sorely wanted to cause them as much grief and sadness as they caused me when I thought you had lost your mind and turned into a goodie goodie. It is so wonderful that that was not the case, but you know my feelings on that. There is something called Stonegate that I wish to look into further. If it is what I think it is, then it will either be a thorn in your side or a great ally. Personally, I am beginning to think there is no opposition here. I've seen no true guild of light so far. Only darkness and neutrality. That is most sad, if true. Most unfun.

I will write more as things happen. And I will let you know about Isk. After that, I will be returning to you either for a short visit or to stay, depending upon your wishes.
I miss you all.

Your Adoring, Loving and Cute Wife,
Ditto

Carefully, Ditto sealed the letter with the Armunn family crest, and tucked it away in her skirt pocket to be delivered later in the day. Gazing into the bluish liquid of her wine as she sipped, a sadistic smile touched her lips as she suddenly imagined an orc being torn limb from limb by her husband's claws. No, Gnarl. Not quite yet I think.
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Dark Lady Ditto Armunn
~ D|O ~

=Left Hand Suzuki Method=
ICQ: 617689603 Twitter: @Ody0
Quote: "Oh Great! First I get stabbed and now I'm bleeding!" - Ditto
Tarothin Armunn Quote: "I know and I have mood swings like a pregnant woman at times. :/ I'm very random."

[Lady Ditto Armunn]

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My cutest love,

I do so apologize for not having written for so long, but it could nau be helped as I was lost in the woods for a while. Xas, I could have runed to Cat's house directly but I did nau feel like it until I learned I'd have to take yet another boat trip. But this is nau what you are interested in so I will continue with what you may find important.

After having stayed with the orcs for quite some time I feel that they would be worthy & strong allies should you decide to go that route. However, as much as it pains me to say, they may make enemies depending in what aspect you decide to return. I've spoken with Isk and I am learning of current events. There seems to be a great ripple in Sosaria that brings change in many forms. The future for everyone is not as mundane as I first suspect but there is no way of knowing what events will occur. The best course now for me to take would be in finding out more information. Especially concerning those close to Molly and Stonegate. I met some rather odd smelling people, the Red People. Odd in the sense that I do nau believe them to be of any race I have ever met before. This is most interesting for me. They are either brave or foolish to threaten Isk the way they did. Oh, but I rush into things without explanation.

I went to a place called the Lush House I think. Lush something...to see if I could find Cat, but I could not. What I found out instead was that my friend Aulbrey, and Isk were missing. Apparently a person known to Isk, I am assuming a human, named Khal....something, had been abducted by the Red People. I do nau know if they are actually red, but they are at least cloaked as such, and as I stated before, smell of a race I do nau know. A person named...Judas, I think, arrived and announced that Isk was in Trinsic and was in danger. There was a spelled gate to go there, and so I went. I did nau wish harm to Isk as I needed to speak with him and an injury would have postponed our talk. When I arrived with Raven, Wynn and Molly, oh Molly was there you'd be interested to know. She is doing well, nau that that brightens your day.....oh, um, when we arrived, Isk was facing off with what was a possible leader of the Red People with several others behind the leader looking one. Their stance seemed to be that of trained combatants, and not a reckless mob. I put myself between the leadery looking one to face the other Red People briefly to seek their reaction. I believe them to be well trained and dedicated to whatever their cause is. Quite admirable actually. I wonder how well they'd fare against one of the Dark Order brothers......anyway, I digress.....to shorten my telling of the events in Trinsic, apparently the Red People are enslaving people in order to dig for them. They believe there is some artifact or weapon underneath Trinsic. Such a wonderous tale. I do nau think Isk appreciated the enslavement of Khal....something. He seemed a bit perturbed. There were polite and not so polite threats made. I think a clash of some sort between Magincia and the Red People is inevitable. After his chat with the Red person, I asked Isk for a chat of my own and he made the arrangements. I met with him later in Skara.

There was no need to "make something up" as you put it, to meet with him. I had my own personal business with him. You know of Imryrr's mentions of Isk and the power he could bring. You chuckled upon the notion of a match between Isk and Imy in the past due to the strong relationship between Isk and his wife, but things have changed. Angelique is no more. I learned from rumor that and that he was remarried to a lady I have not yet met. It was also suspected that the marriage was not as many seemed. Not knowing what this meant, I still felt I owed it to our friend to warn him of Imryrr's possible danger to his wife, himself, and possibly Magincia as a whole. He told me something then, not exactly a secret, but not something generally known that he'd rather keep as is. Though I assured him I would not be tellin anyone, I am sure he knows I would tell you.

( This paragraph is written in a strange cryptic mixture of symbols and languages most closely resembling the Melnibone, Stygian, and higher daemonic languages with references to picnics and ice cream in the common tongue. There does not seem to be anything understandable to anyone who does not know this particular cryptic style. Those formerly of D|O may find it familiar code, but so changed that it still makes no sense to any casual reader that could, by chance, find the letter. Done with that paragraph, Ditto continues the letter in the common tongue.)

And so now, I must ask you not to tell Imryrr of these things. There is no need to let her know anythin beyond the dissappearance of the helm she so admired. And if you decide to share Imryrr's thoughts, then I will nau be helping with anythin dealing with using Isk in that way.
As to my observations of Isk himself, I would advise you to tread carefully. He hides much, as is his way. That has nau wavered. Though I canna say I have gained his trust, I did learn that our mutual understanding of each other holds firm. Ofcourse, your relationship with him would be of more importance to him, and I doubt greatly he would give me much more than the time of day if you and I were nau married. I have chosen to try to use the common word of Yes around him because he asked it of me. So, I guess he succeeded in doing something you found fruitless. And xas, I am giggling.

I have nau yet visited Magincia, but plan a trip shortly. Finding out their strength and weakness isn't going to be as simple as it was with the orcies. And it's nau like I can just go up to Isk and ask him. Perhaps the current situation with the Red People will allow much more information quickly. I am interested in meeting the lady of Magincia. Something tells me she'll be most interestin indeed.......indeed....I do so miss our confidante, Galnor.

After my talk with Isk, I found myself at Goodmans Library wondering where ta go next and ran into Dealth. He was headed towards Molly's and that sounded fun since Molly always has such nice treats to eat. Unfortunately for me, and fortunatly for you, instead of treats, I found a meeting being held. My tummy does so groan because I know you will be interested in some of what was discussed at the meeting, yet I on the other hand, can only imagine wasted nights of boring political stuff that you'll ask of me, so, my love, no need to ask, I will just go ahead on with the yucky politics where needed but only as much as I can stand. There was talk of possibly bringing the leaders of the world together under one roof again. Or at least possibly uniting several to defend against others. Inky, um...Inkari was there, and perhaps he knows me too well cause he knew I know more than I wanted others to know I knew. I think I just confused myself.
Luckily, I managed to sidetrack Inkari. There was lots of talk about talking. LOTS. I was soooo very bored. I believe they settled the meeting deciding to get people together to talk of talking about doing something to defend the lands. I fear that by the time they are done talking, the lands will be in the hands of the Red People's great grandchildren. It is painfully obvious that they lack leadership ready to make hard, well thought out decisions AND most importantly to take action when needed. Much of the land's leaders are unorganized in their patronage with each other and in extreme danger should ANY force decide to take advantage.

I must stress to you, my love, that your own personal battle is not yet over and I wish you to nau do anything that may jeopardize the progress you've made over the last few years. I will enclose all the strategic details that I've gathered thus far in a seperate cryptic parchment ofcourse. But, I must confess that I entertained the idea of nau mentioning any of it beyond what you asked, for fear that you may return to Sosaria too soon for your own well being, but, I canna nor should I make decisions for you. All I can do is ask that you continue the battle already in front of you and nau seek out another for the sake of power and revenge. However, if you do decide to return here, I will ofcourse, be by your side. Just.....please....no.


Love,
Your Dark Lady,
Your Cute One,
Ditto
House Armunn, D|O

(Attached are two other parchments both in the same cryptic language earlier, and one with geometric diagrams and symbols of countries, guilds & other institutions: MTC, Nujel'm, House of Draven, Stonegate, Tokuno, Magincia, and many others.)
_________________
Dark Lady Ditto Armunn
~ D|O ~

=Left Hand Suzuki Method=
ICQ: 617689603 Twitter: @Ody0
Quote: "Oh Great! First I get stabbed and now I'm bleeding!" - Ditto
Tarothin Armunn Quote: "I know and I have mood swings like a pregnant woman at times. :/ I'm very random."

[Lady Ditto Armunn]

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My Dearest Cutie,

I am somewhat hungover from last night's activities, so please pardon if I am somewhat annoyed soundin. I do so love you despite my mood and worries.
After recieving your letter this morning.....I read it three times to be sure I understood, I was most distraught. Xas, the ideas you presented to me are indeed truely brilliant and fun soundin, however, I worry, as I've stated many times before that it would be too soon for your return. But, since it is obvious that my worries have fallen on your deaf but cute ears, I will abide by your wishes. To be involved in the manner you suggested does have my interest and I too can see such wonderful possibilities. I will begin what you've asked immediately after my hangover and write the proper letters to the individuals, but also, I will still need time to explore the Red People in Trinsic. I've wondered lately if it would na be more beneficial to you to align with them instead? Not knowing much about them, nor having really spoken with them, I canna judge so will procede with the plan you have layed out as it is. If nothin else it will be most interestin to see what transpires and what the responses will be.

Though, I am na sure what strength a piece of paper will hold, I will take with me, to the meetins, the official decree you sent that I may represent you in boring....um, in political matters. HOWEVER, if or when the time comes, then you, my dear husband will speak for yourself if any final pact is made. If people were to look for a scape goat if things do na go exactly how they want it, I will na be that goat. Too much goat fur makes me sneeze anyway.

It would be a great day for the realm indeed if the people all come together to fight against the common threat of the Red People of Trinsic. All of us, united....so many parties......so much fun ta be had. Oh, and cuteness, could we celebrate with a picnic at our favorite spot to celebrate after the win? And also.....would you take Nu'jelm for me afterwards? It is so purty this time of year. You know how much I love the garden there.

And xas, I do agree, the baby will be fine in Juju's care should you decide to return to Sosaria in the near future.

Yours Always, My Love,
Ditto
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Dark Lady Ditto Armunn
~ D|O ~

=Left Hand Suzuki Method=
ICQ: 617689603 Twitter: @Ody0
Quote: "Oh Great! First I get stabbed and now I'm bleeding!" - Ditto
Tarothin Armunn Quote: "I know and I have mood swings like a pregnant woman at times. :/ I'm very random."

[Lady Ditto Armunn]

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My Heart,

I've only just returned to Sosaria since being with you yet so much is happening so quickly. At least, I think that it is. I will try to explain things one at a time so as not to be too confusing.

After the voyage back here, I learned that it was a special drinking night at the Tangled Web tavern in Umbra, so Cat and I attended. We danced on a pole that was on a stage. Cat was kissed by a handsome red headed man. Raven made cookies. The Red People, a whole bunch of them, were there.

I thought it would be a good opportunity to spot out their leader if they had such a thing. They did. errr do. The one who spoke to me directly was Asimov. He has such wonderful pretty red eyes. Although, you have the cutest eyes I've ever seen. No sooner had I sat back down than the red person known to me later as Trillin approached me with a contract. He or she said that I could have a meeting with their leader if I but signed the contract. I took what was offered, as my brain had not connected with my ears yet, and glanced over it. It looked harmless enough, but something deep within me seemed alarmed. Perhaps I was overly tired from the voyage, perhaps it is all the research I'm doing for the binding fane I've been enchanting to your parchment and it makes me paranoid, I know not. I DO know, however that everyone I know that has signed a contract with them, well, odd things occur. Or, they act oddly. Like with what happened with Aulbrey. She seemed very much like she was under a direct enchantment. And then there are the others whom I do not know as well and they seemed, odd. I can put it in no other words than that. Given my feelings on this, and the past happenings with the Red People involved, I do feel that something tricky is going on with their contracts. I do not sign contracts, you know this since you had a hard time of it with me for our marriage. I nearly got into an argument with Trillin on the matter. Most unlike me usually, but you know I get grumpy and edgy when I have ta deal with orderly politics stuff. The contract subject was too close to what I've been dealing with and I was at the tavern to have fun. Not sign stupid papers. It seems I am gettin grumpy again thinkin about it. I was having a hard time composin myself and so I excused myself for the potty. I could na find a guest potty room so I used the one that the tavern prisoner had in his cell. I do hope I remembered to relock the cell door. .... Anyway, when I returned, Cat was missing. Raven told me that Cat was outside, so I went out and found that Cat had just signed a contract with the Red People for a lifetime supply of cookies. I do nau think that anything good will come of it in the long run. She went home after that without any time for me to question her about it. To make matters worse, it seemed everyone I sought out to speak with had either signed a contract or were about to sign a contract with them. It seemed like a plague. Where everyone is catching it and you can do nau but watch. I didna know who to trust. Who to speak with, who I could speak with. I pulled Night Crawler aside. He had been given a contract too. I thought he'd already signed it and I was too late but thankfully he hadn't yet. I spoke to him of my concerns. Hopefully, he is safe. When I went outside again, Judas was there and it sounded like he was arguing with the Red People slightly and asking questions. It was then that I noticed that I was becoming paranoid. I saw blue snakes. Well, one blue snake, and I am nau even sure if I actually saw it or imagined it, but it seemed sneaky. And to answer your probable question...No, I was nau tipsy. I hadn't had anythin to drink at all the whole tavern night. Not until just now cause remembering that I hadn't had a drink made me thirsty, so I got up and got some wine.

I spoke with Asimov again, more privately. He said Chaos was coming. This is most assuredly fun news for me. Or, it would be if it were nau for worrying about Cat. When he brought her up in the conversation, it made me grumpy and I tipped my hat um, showed my foot, um...whatever the saying is, I showed him a glimpse of myself. It was nau much, just one wee bit of a threat to eat his eyes in a white cream sauce if any harm came to Cat. I thought he would either strike me down or laugh but he did neither. Worse. He sniffed me, then called it for what it was. He knew I was serious. I tried to distract from my behavior with some success. Oh, but what I have nau told you yet is enclosed on a seperate parchment in code.

A few moments later, I went to Galnor's temple. I was just gonna warm myself and compose my thoughts and emotions but it turns out, he was there, lookin out at the sea. I tried to tell him what was goin on but I was confusin. If I could get him to see what I saw, then perhaps he'd understand why I was befuddled, so I suggested we go to Trinsic but then he became suspicious of me after the little bit I had told him and thought perhaps I was under a spell .... I was more paranoid at this point and more rambling than usual, and was starting to suspect him. But when he asked me if I was trying to trap him, it was funny. So funny that it cleared my head some. We went inside and I explained things slower, as best I could. We went to Trinsic to see what we could see, and we found Judas, looking for the Red People just as we were. Galnor needed to retire for the evenin. I dun think he was feelin well....I'm thinkin I gave him a headache with my ramblin. He gave me good advice and I think I'll take it. I should na "do" anythin alone. Just watch and listen. He told Judas to keep me out of trouble. Galnor is as bad as you are about that. It hardly ever works yet ya both just keep expecting it to. I dun think Judas knows Galnor enough to know just how serious a person he is. They should chat. I think they'd like each other. Perhaps nau. Galnor is most assuredly picky about his privacy. So, Judas and I chatted some about the Red People. He wants to set up a meeting between someone and myself but would na say who that was. I sorta told Judas about my recent research into the binding fanes so I suppose I showed my head again for the second time....um...I really need to relearn Common tongue sayings.

I will be watching and listening for the next couple of days, though I doubt I'll be able to find anyone to watch and listen to. It seems, as Galnor says, that everyone has been frightened off in Trinsic. Also, I am desperate to speak with Isk once more. I plan to make my own personal offer to him, outside the deal you wish to make, ofcourse.

It seems there is much here going on that I canna fathom. Though I may be good at political manuevering and manipulations, a much more devious mind is needed. I do wish you were here. Well, nau really. I mean, I wish your brain was here so that I could pick it. You may be able to see what I cannot.

I will write again soon, my love.

Yours For Always,
Ditto Armunn
_________________
Dark Lady Ditto Armunn
~ D|O ~

=Left Hand Suzuki Method=
ICQ: 617689603 Twitter: @Ody0
Quote: "Oh Great! First I get stabbed and now I'm bleeding!" - Ditto
Tarothin Armunn Quote: "I know and I have mood swings like a pregnant woman at times. :/ I'm very random."

[Lady Ditto Armunn]

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Sitting with her back against a tree near the Void temple, Ditto absent mindedly bit her writing quill while deep in thought, the feather tickling her tongue. The runic symbols on the paper seemed cold and unimaginative. This will never do, she decided. Unsatisfied with any of her work that evening, she tore the parchment away and retrieved a clean sheet, but this time, she was not working on her magical writings. She would take a break and, though not alot had happened, she thought to update her husband, Tarothin, on the latest.

My Cutest Heart,

My suspicions of somethin tricky with the Red People's contracts have been confirmed. Judas and I met with Cat. We took her to get her promised cookies in Trinsic. Though it took quite a while ta find the bakery, and only then with Judas' help, Cat found her cookies. They were quite good accordin to her and she seemed none the worse for ware. However, since Judas said Aulbrey, after she signed the contract, would only drink Trinsic drinks, we decided ta experiment on Cat. We took her to the bakery in Britain to have their cookies. But after she tasted them, she spat them out and did not like them. There was nuthin at all wrong with the Britain cookies. She only likes the Trinsic ones. I think ya know Cat well enough to know now that somethin is very wrong with her....I mean somethin new that the Red People have done.

Galnor is helping in his wise ways. He helps me to remember to stay calm and lets me talk my thoughts aloud and gives me his thoughts when needed. It is possible that I've been missing something right under everyone's nose....what this all began with. I was seein only the ripples before...perhaps with Galnor's help, we can find the pebble.

It is time to get things movin if that is still your wish. I've written ta Lord Isk. He may or may na reply dependin on his mood. I fear now, that you truely are Sosaria's only hope, however, let all worlds be damned if it means harm to you. I wish you to stay and finish the battle there. Here, may only strengthen that which you have been trying to weaken.

Upon your word only will I proceed with the next phase.

Yours For Always,
Ditto
_________________
Dark Lady Ditto Armunn
~ D|O ~

=Left Hand Suzuki Method=
ICQ: 617689603 Twitter: @Ody0
Quote: "Oh Great! First I get stabbed and now I'm bleeding!" - Ditto
Tarothin Armunn Quote: "I know and I have mood swings like a pregnant woman at times. :/ I'm very random."

[Tarothin]

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Your words amuse me my dear.

After all of those years... After all those attempts on bringing the world to bow before me, to bring about MY order, why should I help them? From what you have told me, these Red People are amusing. Part of me wishes they succeed, while the other part is infuriated that they will do through cowardice where I failed through strength.

Do I know of a solution to all of this? Yes.

Should I part with this knowledge to help? Well... That would all depend on if they all bow down before me and swear fealty to me. In which case I wonder what they would choose? My rule and order? Or being slaves?

I wish for you to temporarily halt our current plan. I have a side task for you. I want you to steal one of these contracts. Or have someone steal one for you. Either way. Also, do not scribble or put anything on the parchment. This includes signing as a different person, an X or a blood smear for that matter.

On other matters, you will pleased to know that I am finally, after so many years, in total control of myself. My plan on using the paladins of Sanctus had worked. They gave me the knowledge I needed and led me to the path of getting what I had wanted. I am a perverse being my dear, but I finally feel... complete.


Tarothin Armunn

[Lady Ditto Armunn]

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Complete? Perhaps in one sense but not at all what she had expected. His type of being complete in the past had been much more drab for her, too serious, and there had been conflict between the two of them because of it. During her last visit to see him, he'd not been like that. Not entirely. He had been very close to his goal, but she had no idea he'd kept a secret of just how close he was. A surprise to her? Ditto grinned. He was constantly an amazement. But, then she frowned. What if he was lying...what if the daemon was..... She stopped her paranoid thoughts suddenly. He was not lying. She felt that. Man, daemon, soldier, husband...all of it? He controlled it?
Ditto picked up the letter again, and she reread it, this time for it's content and basic meanings. Taking her quill and tapping the feather to her lips, she thought carefully of her reply:

My Cutest,

Pleased that I can humbly amuse one such as mighty as you, my lord .
I give to you, everything. You take from me, everything. You give to me...what? All of this boring orderly business stuff I'm subjected to in your name is going to cost you dearly.
I want a picnic! A picnic with you. Just you and me. Outside. Maybe some conversation during it if your so inclined. Conversation about anythin you'd like. Any food you'd like. And, if I handle this business beyond your satisfaction, I expect you to come barefoot, and maybe even with some candy in your pocket?

*She pauses to read her words carefully and think of anyway he may find a loophole. To most, this request would seem trivial or a jest, to Ditto, this was a true deal breaker. Picnics with her husband were worth more to her than any gold, jewels, power, or castles. It was also a hidden test of sorts. Was he truely complete or was he fooling himself? When he had been only human, picnics were not a problem. Sometimes being his idea. When the daemon had taken control, he would not agree to such "nonsense". But being complete, human, daemon, everything in sync, what would his reaction be? Expecting him to come barefoot bearing candy...that was a stretch.*

I am most assuredly happy about your complete state of mind and body. I have a ton of questions for ya about that but I will save them for when we are together, and to find out for myself just how complete you are. I am curious how many arms you have to hug me with.

To the business here, the plan is paused. I will try to get a contract as you wish. That is a wise move. And, my love, you need not worry. Never would I knowingly compromise you by compromising myself. I did think for a moment to test it with a signature of some sort, but Galnor was quick to remind me of certain things. I will not sign.
Once a contract is gotten, Galnor and I both will study it for magicks, fanes and enchantments. I will send results if any are to be had. We don't think the cookies, booze, and other items themselves have been altered. That would be too expansive and costly to pull off. It must be the contracts.

Galnor believes that Asimov is a danger to me and warned about getting close without getting too close. I think he worries too much. Asimov may be wise and manipulative, but he does not know me. And, Asimov is the only kind of contact I have with the Red People that isn't too salesman-pushy. Still, I will take Spooky's warnings under advisement when I go to try to obtain a contract. For me to accept one from anyone else, like cute Trillin, would be suspicious since I made such a big stink about bein annoyed.

As to why you should help....
You know I care for this world. I have friends here. YOU have friends here. You know I will not leave Cat stranded when she is in danger. Xas, she did this to herself, but not everyone can see things the way that you do. There is a reason that the innocent are called innocent, and it is sometimes not stupidity that puts people in danger but compassion. Remember that word? Though it is true that not many ever showed you compassion in your youth, a few did. Maybe the whole realm isn't worth saving, but a few are. Would you see your sister Starfire enslaved knowing that you could have prevented it? Jolicia enslaved? Inkari? Cat? You yourself had compassion when your own held her captive. Bring about your Order if you must, but, I appeal to you to bring with it, compassion for those that deserve such.


I do not ask you to play the hero. I do not ask you to build an army. I do ask you not to tuck tail between your legs over something that has passed when your clouds are just right there. All you have to do is come and get them.

Only Yours For Always,
Ditto

House Armunn

_________________
Dark Lady Ditto Armunn
~ D|O ~

=Left Hand Suzuki Method=
ICQ: 617689603 Twitter: @Ody0
Quote: "Oh Great! First I get stabbed and now I'm bleeding!" - Ditto
Tarothin Armunn Quote: "I know and I have mood swings like a pregnant woman at times. :/ I'm very random."

[Lady Ditto Armunn]

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*Stepping quietly as she could back into Galnor's Temple trying not to wake him upstairs, Ditto tiptoed across the room to one of the big comfy chairs by the fireplace and sat down. The events of the day had been overwhelming, mentally, emotionally, and physically. She looked down at her wrist and saw that it had purpled up much and hoped the salve would bring down some of the swelling. Fortunately, her injury was not on her writing side so she'd still be able to form a letter to her husband.
Before she would reach for her writing supplies, Ditto took a moment to herself to reflect and allow herself the tears of pain and anger that had been threatening to pour for half the night. Ditto's real tears were not the wailing ones that most people knew when she was trying to get her way. These tears were silent. Though her wrist and knees pained her, most of the tears were of anger at herself. Yes, she was physically weak. Yes, claustrophobia plagued her when she was locked up. But, to give up even the tiny information she had been about to leak was unforgivable, she thought in that emotional moment. She'd nearly endangered the man she loved. She wiped away tears and thought on this for a long moment before rational thought finally came through for her. She hadn't endangered him. She had succeeded in every part of her mission for that night. She should not be so upset. Though it had taken it's toll on her, she had probably succeeded even more than she could have hoped. The smile that was approaching Ditto's lips stopped cold. Why did that thought suddenly make her feel uneasy?
Shrugging, Ditto reasoned that if an answer didn't come to her soon then she would discuss it with Galnor later. No need to worry on it just yet. Taking out her parchment and quill with her good hand, she propped her legs across the arm of the chair to make herself more steady and comfortable for her writing.....*

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My Strength and Soul,

Currently I am sleepin' with Galnor. *Ditto pondered. That didn't sound quite right for the common tongue usage.* I mean I am stayin at Galnor's to sleep. He is upstairs sleepin in his bed and I am gonna sleep down here in this comfy chair. If I were ta jump in his bed with him, he would prolly drop dead of a heart attack right then and there.

I have obtained a contract. Not without it's...problems...shall we say, but, Galnor is a wonderful healer.

To begin at the beginning, I went to attend a little event a friend was holdin'. But no sooner had I arrived than I got a message summoning me ta Magincia. Well, na summoning or I would na have gone, but ya get the jest. Isk was there and ready for a talk. So we did. He seemed most pleased with the possibilty of your arrival. And most assuredly pleased with the idea of crushing enemies and making people bow and so forth. He assured me that he will do all that he can to see that it happens. I did na have ta try ta convince him at all. That was most surprising ta me. All I had ta do was tell him what ya wanted and the method of it. He seemed pleased with your method of honesty. As I think on it...it is na an evil plot at all. You would be helpin. Helpin is na evil. You may be evil, but the aide itself is not. Why, for anyone ta turn down your offer of help, would make them more evil because it would be prejudicial and judging a persona instead of the action.....But, I digress. So, since Isk is so skillful at the hardest part of the plan, he's going to help me with it. I will be speaking to the....less desirable races as I suppose he would see it,so that he dun have to. We spoke of you handling your own "words" because you wanted complete honesty. And also I told him that you wanted everything to be known so that there could be no mistaking your actions. He understands completely. I knew he would. He's so very smart. Also, I explained the halting of the plan for the moment and he was even pleased about that too. He has no love for the Red People.

After we spoke of the plans, I brought the current matters with the Red People to his attention and we've agreed to share information. I even stayed nice when he called Cat a name. He spoke first of what he knew and I found out that we know basically the same things. We were just a few tiny details away from each other. I still am at a loss as to what their race is, and this seems to intrigue Isk a bit as well. The fact that they all look so much alike seems to suggest much more. Thier appearance goes beyond those racist sayings such as, "all elves looking alike". Fortunately they dun all smell alike. Their appearance nags at the researcher in me. I feel like I'm missin somethin but I just dunno what. But that part of it prolly does na interest you. I told Isk I'd be trying to get a copy of the contract tonight and would share whatever information I might find. As I was leaving, Judas showed up. He'd been searching for me to let me know something about cookies and Cat. Something I will need to look into.

When Judas ran off, I went straight away ta Trinsic ta to get my hands on a contract. I thought of asking Judas ta go with me for protection but, covert things are sometimes best handled alone. The intention was to speak with Asimov and somehow get my hands on one without looking overly suspicious without signing then and there. That idea got a lil bit interrupted. Apparently my time for contract signing was up since they'd made the offer a couple of times ta me. They spoke about me with me right there. About me being nau as I seemed and such. About my will and things of that nature. I was beaten and thrown in a cell. Trillin was the one what did the deed. Asimov came shortly thereafter, saying stuff like he didn't want it to be like this and all that talk, like he was sorry or somethin. I thought I might be able ta get myself out of the cell and maybe even still get what I came for if I reasoned correctly with Asimov. I watched him and went off on, nearly no clues as to what words I could say that might work. I remembered words that Isk had said about what they were after. I remembered what Galnor had said about your searching for power, so....I um had an idea and I am so sorry, I dunno what I was thinkin. My love, my Cloudster.... I um..sorta led them to believe that I controlled you and that I could make your power aid them. I offerred you up to them. I am sorry. I am so very sorry. It was a lie, I know, but it was the only thing that I could think of , and..well, it did work. Asimov set me free after the talk of power and what not. It was a lie. I would na truely give you away. I do so hope you know that.

They now think I am their friend. I really would rather send an elemental storm up their you know whats, but as long as they think it possible, I have time for the necessary contract. I managed ta get my hands on it anyhow to sign later as "a show of good faith", after I "browse it for loopholes". At least that was the story I gave because it was quite difficult gettin my hands on one since I was told that I had to go through Trillin, the one that I dun get along with, to get it, because Trillin is the one that offered me the contract first at that tavern night. I would na have believed it but I suppose I made Trillin feel guilty or somethin when I ignored him cause he finally gave one to me.

I'll be keeping the contract at Galnor's in case they find out my betrayal too soon. So Galnor can still research it if I am....prevented from doing so.
I think I should give Isk the present of stakes so that he has someplace ta put the Red People's heads.

When I asked Galnor earlier if he'd like to convey anythin to ya, he thought a long while and tapped his mouth in that way he does when he's thinkin about somethin important, and said there was nothing. I believe that is because he would have too much to convey...he went on about you. He worries over your completness and hopes you are not fooling yourself...so to speak. We both do. I have an advantage. I will be able to see for myself. Mebe he will too,...soon.

It is so late, and I am so very sleepy and need ta put the ointment on my bruises again. It is a slimy substance but na so bad. The contract book is hard ta open. Galnor and I both tried the normal way, but he said it has a seal. We will work on it tomorrow, my cute heart, I promise.

Yours For Always,
Ditto

House Armunn
_________________
Dark Lady Ditto Armunn
~ D|O ~

=Left Hand Suzuki Method=
ICQ: 617689603 Twitter: @Ody0
Quote: "Oh Great! First I get stabbed and now I'm bleeding!" - Ditto
Tarothin Armunn Quote: "I know and I have mood swings like a pregnant woman at times. :/ I'm very random."

[Tarothin Armunn]

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Ditto,

I did not respond to your previous message due to my anger at some of the words. I felt it did not need a response at the time. I am referring to you begging me to help and the reasons why. After so much betrayal and failure... You speaking of "innocents" leaves me quite displeased.

Though your latest message on the other hand, was something that deserved a response.

It troubles me that you went though that hardship as you did. You should have been less forward with your tactics that put you in unnecessary harm. I should have given you better instructions so you didn't have to go through what you did. My apologies for that.

I am indeed very pleased that you managed to receive one. So it was at least not for nothing. Just think of the possibility of your friends return... That should please you in the very least.

Concerning Isk... It is suspicious that he agreed so easily. Either he was on his drug at the time or he is just being who he is. He is a very clever person, and it wouldn't surprise me if there is something up his sleeve. I find it somewhat difficult that he who has helped so many times to stop me from conquest to suddenly be so open to the idea.

I hope that this time he is ... sincere.

I will write up the draft for the proposal of my... leadership in return for my help and send it to you when I can.

In the meanwhile you and Galnor try to see what binds that contract and if my plan would work. I trust Galnor enough where he will not say anything should I be correct on how to... "free" the slaves before the masses swear fealty to me. If the knowledge leaks out prior to that point, then there would be no need for me.

I like these Red People even more. They might very well hand over the empire I desired without needing to slaughter too many people.

For your troubles I will grant your wish regarding the outing we had so long ago.

Tarothin Armunn

[Lady Ditto Armunn]

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* After a long day and a half with only a short nap, Ditto looked at the tome on Galnor's writing desk and yelled out in exasperation and annoyance. She'd checked and double checked. The magics on it's seal had been much to simple to unlock. That had been suspicious enough, but still Ditto hoped, and studied the document again and again. It wasn't any type of contract at all. Merely a tome of ancient writings for scholars and those interested in phylosophy. Trillin had tricked her.
Why would he give her a fake? Either he did not believe her story, or perhaps it was just a practical joke among "friends"? Whatever the reason, it did her no good. But, maybe she should return the tome to Trillin and tell him he'd accidentally made a mistake? Perhaps. But, if she did, then to ask for another copy would be unwise to say the least. If they hadn't found out her lie, better to not draw any suspicion to herself. She'd have to get the thing by other means. For that, she would need help. Judas'? Nightcrawler? No... they already treated Judas suspiciously and Nightcrawler...hmmm...perhaps him, if she could reach him soon. Maybe former family would know an inconspicious sort good at getting things. She would try anything that would present itself first. Time was crucial now. The fake one had wasted days. Tarothin would be needing the contract information soon, and that was only IF she and Galnor were successful with the research.

She wanted to not tell her husband about the fake. She already felt a twinge of guilt for things she had told him in previous letters, and then, the last one she'd gotten from him. He was concerned for her. He was going to give her the picnic she asked for. That was good news that he would offer. It told her much about his current state of mind. Ditto looked down at her wrist. The bruise was all but gone. Just a light marring of her skin now. Moving a long lock of wavy platinum hair to rest behind her slightly pointed ear, she bit down hard on her lip, forcing herself to take up quill and write the letter that might very well cost her.....*

My Heart,

I will try ta be myself with you as much as I can be in a letter, and not looking into your eyes.
The document I recieved from Trillin was a fake. It was so much a fake that I wonder if he gave it ta me as a practical joke or if they knew I was lying ta them all along. So, with my first attempt, I seemed ta have failed you. This is not the end. I will try a different method as soon as it can be arranged.

Thinking as ta what you might advise on how ta proceed on all things currently, I think that you would want me ta take certain steps to ensure my safety for your benefit. So I have decided, though it be most confining for me, ta do these things. If I can arrange it, I will be asking someone ta accompany me on anything that might be physically dangerous. Very few know where I am. Not even a whole hand measure, and I will try ta keep it that way. I am sure Galnor will appreciate this too considering how much he values his privacy. However, in my regards, he pointed out that I am welcome ta stay as long as I need to. In addition to this thinking, which I did na like thinking, I've given him instructions on how ta contact you directly via letter if I am unable to in the future. Do na worry about bein bothered. He would na write you a trivial letter.

As far as my words of appeal that angered you.... Before I wrote the words, I knew you would na receive them well. It is who I am, my love. I had ta try, at least once. Would you really have me any other way? I feel compassion. I know that you are not prone to it. But remind yourself of this simple fact, no amount of compassion I feel for others will ever eclipse what I feel for you.

Perhaps I should clarify a small error in my choice of words before. I was na totally beaten. Not very much at all. Mebe the better phrase would be "roughed up". I was yanked hard, and I was kicked onto my knees. I recieved scraped knees and a bruise ring around my wrist. That is all. The bruise is already almost gone. I feel very badly that you were concerned for me. I wish not to trick or guilt you into my prize. I will na hold you to your words on it, for most assuredly I have na earned it through deed or physical hardship.

Your Ditto,
Ditto

House Armunn
_________________
Dark Lady Ditto Armunn
~ D|O ~

=Left Hand Suzuki Method=
ICQ: 617689603 Twitter: @Ody0
Quote: "Oh Great! First I get stabbed and now I'm bleeding!" - Ditto
Tarothin Armunn Quote: "I know and I have mood swings like a pregnant woman at times. :/ I'm very random."

[Lady Ditto Armunn]

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* As soon as she could, Ditto rushed back to Void Temple. She found Lord Galnor Bloodmoon standing inside. After inquiring about the blood and wound on her neck, he listened to her explanations of the evening's earlier events, the embodiment of patience, while she rambled, half incoherently. Her injury did not appear life threatening, and she seemed much more concerned about Cat and how Tarothin might take the news of other things. She finally told him in just a bit more detail about the wound in a nonchalant manner, and indicated that her husband need not know. He understood.

After seeing Galnor off on own his personal mission, with he making sure she knew she could stay in his absence, Ditto went upstairs and performed a small cleansing ritual that Lord Bloodmoon always insisted upon before anyone could enter the adjacent room. Barefoot, she stepped into the relaxin room, as she called it, and began stripping off her clothing piece by piece, feeling the tiredness of the day. Nakedness was something she quite enjoyed, especially in a hotsprings tub, but as that seemed to make Galnor a bit uncomfortable, she normally chose to wear one of the many special garments he provided for the rare times he had guests. With Galnor not here, she could afford herself the whole relaxing experience.

Now, completely submerged except from her shoulders up, she leaned her head back, taking in the heat of the water and steam of the room. Paradise, she smiled. Sighing away some of the evening's earlier stress, she tilted her head back, intending for the water to carry her off so she could float, but the sudden, sharp sting at her neck stopped her. Her hand went up automatically, remembering Asimov, the blade, the threat. Although wincing in pain, she smiled an oh so wicked smile. Asimov had revealed too much with that small action. And then she sighed and pondered aloud to no one as she tilted her head, "A most borin display. Perhaps Trillin is the more fun one after all." A large group of foamy bubbles floated by on the bubbling water and Ditto poked at them, giggling. She brought a handful up to place on her nose and giggled some more, enjoying the tickling sensation. She lost track of what she'd been pondering momentarily, but suddenly remembered. Asimov. Her brows furrowed in thought and annoyance. She'd hoped she was wrong about him. Hoped he wasn't so...boring. Trillin was more than temper and rudeness. He portrayed a sense of humor. A certain enjoyment. Not much patience.

Gahhhh! She struck out at the group of bubbles with her foot angrily. What would Taro have her do? Asimov was the leader, but to deal with him wouldn't be as much fun. She might make more progress faster through Trillin, but would it be the right progress? Pouting, she thought she might know what Taro have her do. Not deal with either one directly. "Oh my gosh!" she said aloud. Greed for power is so......annoyin! Tarothin was the power hungry one. The one that wanted vengance. She just wanted Cat back,....AND to make Tarothin happy,....AND a picnic.

A smear of color caught her eye and she looked down to see a droplet of blood fall to her bosom. She checked her neck. The salve mustve gotten wet. She was bleeding a little. Removing herself from the hotsprings tub, she'd dress, and start a letter to her husband.....*

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Cutest,

I miss you terribly. My chaotic itch is very much wanting me to scratch it, and you are so far away. I have na your strength here to keep me grounded, to keep me from running off after the shiney things of my mind. I can feel you still, beneath my skin, like a distant, wonderful drumbeat, but I fear I may make an unintelligent move without you to advise on what you'd have me do. I feel myself plagued with the worry of death. I do na fear death, but more, how it would hurt you, my heart. At the same time, I feel strangled in the stagnant depths of Order. These are thoughts I suppose best left when you are concerned with such. My heart pulls me in two different directions. I do na know which way you would have me go, and one of those ways has two more ways. I will have to make that decission very soon. I do so hope that you've already sent a reply from the last letter with how ya wish me to proceed. I fear I may na be able to wait another few days.

This eve turned out ta be quite eventful, though I am na sure how you will take the news of all of it. I was at the Horn of the Unicorn tavern, trying to find out more about what they wanted Cat and the others for exactly. AND trying to see if I could get a copy of the contract via a friendlier source. I could na. They did na have a copy. It seems as though Trillin keeps them or... it. The Red People came. At first they just all sat at two tables....I guess that means there were at least eight of them there. I went to return the fake, just incase it was a erm, accident that Trillin gave me what he did. They played a joke on me I think, I hope. It was funny if they did. But, you dun wish ta hear of jokes. After I returned the document, I stayed by the orcies. Kurb and Gnarl assured me they were gonna protect me and Gnarl showed me his muscles.

*shaking her head, Ditto concentrated, trying to be more serious and direct for him. Unless angered or looking into his "oh so wonderful" blue eyes, this was sometimes a hard task, especially lately.*

I digressed. The Red People rounded up those that had signed and began taking them outside. I tried to get Cat not to go but she did na listen. Then I tried to playfully get the orcies to attack but I fear they might be under a spell too or more likely, an agreement, or just not in the mood ta klump that many over women. Either way that did na work. Asimov looked at me funny. I do na think he was overly pleased. The moon's gate glowed the red of Felucca. Eventhough I wanted to, to follow Cat, I did na. Inkari wrote me that he'll be happy to help us. We are family. But, he was not there last night ... that is my fault. He told me he'd need a day for travellin, and it had not quite been that. Anyway, I stayed put. Judas was there. We spoke, trying to figure out anything between us. I tried to find someone to hire to get a contract, if one exists. There's been no progress yet in that area but it's only just started.

*she omits Judas' plan that he said would be at great risk to himself, knowing Tarothin would want her to throw her friend to the wolves on the slight chance it might benefit himself. she wished now, she'd heard him out.*

The Atalans brought the people back, all except for Cat. I have to wonder now if they hold her for a different purpose. Or, it could be that she just fell asleep. Taro, they dug up what they were looking for. At least, one of the things. The Equinox. The sword. Asimov threatened me in a way that told me much about him. I no longer fear manipulations from him. Just the physical threats to contend with now. That is where my dilemma is. I really think I can make much progress with learning more if I deal with one of them alone and directly. Or at least directly with Inkari there. But, I am unsure how you might feel about that. The threat Asimov made was direct and I have no doubt that he meant every word. He seemed a bit...angered at me, to not put too fine a point on it. He thinks he knows me now. I think that you might smile that evil smile of yours at his assumptions.

*for some odd reason it looks like someone has drawn a very small picture of a red smiling slime creature with feet, but odder still, it doesn't match the style or quality Ditto normally paints*

They nearly killed Judas. He was very bad off. Asimov either told Judas, or me, or both of us to stay out of Trinsic; I am unsure cause I was concerned over Judas at the time, but that does na matter as he is na the boss of me. The Red People left. When I knew Judas would be well, I went to Galnor to attend my own....needs. Galnor has personal business to attend but will return in 3 days.

Aulbrey had revealed that there was more the Red People were looking for. She believes they look for artifacts to help make booze or some such, so she is still willing to help them. This would na be odd for Aulbrey. I do not think at all that what they are searching for, and finding, has anything ta do with booze, but she said enough that Judas and I both guess whatever it is, theres still more to be found. Night Crawler, I think, may have been able to squeeze into the gate at one point. I hope to find him and ask him where they were in Trinsic if so. Also, I hope to speak with Isk soon.

When I went back to the tavern from cleaning up, I found out that the one Judas has been wanting me ta speak with was Jolicia. She says to tell you hello. She really only knew what Judas had been telling her. Don't worry, I didn't say anything other than what she'd be able to guess herself. That whatever your involvement is, is to benefit yourself. She understood and respectfully did not probe me for more information. We'll be keeping each other up on the Red People, but have been doing that anyway I suppose since Judas is their contact.

This letter is much more lengthy than I thought it would be. I'll be taking a nap to rest before trying to speak with Isk. Also, I think I've decided I should speak with Asimov. Also, unless I recieve a reply soon, I will most likely try to deal with either Asimov or Trillin. I'll try Asimov first, as he is the leader. Trillin reminds me of Eli's temper and his playfulness. But, Eli I love. I have none for Trillin.

Your Ditto Always,
Ditto

House Armunn
_________________
Dark Lady Ditto Armunn
~ D|O ~

=Left Hand Suzuki Method=
ICQ: 617689603 Twitter: @Ody0
Quote: "Oh Great! First I get stabbed and now I'm bleeding!" - Ditto
Tarothin Armunn Quote: "I know and I have mood swings like a pregnant woman at times. :/ I'm very random."

[Tarothin Armunn]

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Ditto,

As you know, I do not coddle you. If you so wish to put yourself in dangers way, then do so. I did not marry a weak person.

I also know that you have a knack of getting in trouble. Just because your friends are in danger, you should think more on the dilemma at hand. As well as my plans. We have lost a strong tactic with their... dislike of you. After all, you were always so good at making friends in the most peculiar places. Unfortunately this time it did not work and they are too suspicious of you now.

Forget about the items that they are trying to receive. Focus on the contract. Without the many "helpers", this will buy much time as well as put myself into a much better position. Though, I'm actually quite curious what their plans are. I am very tempted on not giving my help due to this curiosity.

To get a contract, a sacrifice or sacrifices might be necessary. If you do use one or more, make sure it is someone of no importance to my plans. They already have their pawns, you need some as well.

Hopefully you can retrieve a real contract from them by the time I am finished with my... proposal to the masses for my... help. As well as the separate one for Isk of course.

In closing, I do have one thing that I would like you do to first. I will be sending this to you in a separate letter and something that if it fails it is of no importance. But if it succeeds... Well...

Tarothin Armunn

[Lady Ditto Armunn]

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*With her head bandaged, Ditto read Tarothin's letter again. She'd already read it a few times, and each time she giggled. He was so cute when he acted in such a way. He wouldn't lie to her, but, he wasn't beyond trying to manipulate. He was either honestly trying to be softer with her or manipulating. Either/or, Ditto found it endearingly cute.*

My Cutest Annoyin Husband,

I am waving to you, but you canna see it.
My "cowardice" was for your safety, ya silly nut. Not for myself. You can rest your mind on me.

Ofcourse they dun trust me, considering everything. I dun do "tactics". Tactics tend ta succeed or fail. And for me, they usually fail. There seems to be little room for changes and compromising when following a set course. I will do as I do and make ripples. Surely some of those ripples caused will be for both of our benefits. I will na be risking anyone's life...if I like em, unnecessarily, however, if I can think of nothin else, I suppose I will have ta. But, I will na like it!

You are oh so smart and wise on things that I lack, but sometimes your smartness leaves your head when ya forget who I am and who I am not.

I truely liked Asimov and when I ignored my feelings, thats when things went badly. Following what my heart tells me rarely fails me, or you. The misunderstandings between us needs to stop, and since I am the one ta blame, then I will be the one ta try ta fix things when I go to Trinsic. I will act on my previous "like" of him and see where it goes from there. The slit to the throat can be overlooked since the uncreative threat he made was my fault anyway.

And, if you get a bit angry at some of this letter, please do not. I agree with your last letter completely. I just have to take what you say and do things my own way, or it won't work for me.

I save the second, the enclosed letter you sent, as a back up plan. It sounds so very fun! It almost makes me hope I fail again so I can use it. I am giggling but you canna hear it. Thank you for thinkin up something so much fun for me ta do. If everything works out just fine in your plans, then mebe I can use it just ta play with people? I wonder if this same plan would work if I tried it on you.

Please let Juju know that the missing portraits are indeed with me. The one I drew of you a few months ago I keep under my pillow when I sleep. You do na have to tell Juju the last part, as that was just for you to know.

Your Ditto Always,
Ditto

PS: Oh my gosh! Would it kill ya ta address or sign a letter the teensiest bit mushy? Like, Wife Ditto or Husband Taro, at the least?

House Armunn
_________________
Dark Lady Ditto Armunn
~ D|O ~

=Left Hand Suzuki Method=
ICQ: 617689603 Twitter: @Ody0
Quote: "Oh Great! First I get stabbed and now I'm bleeding!" - Ditto
Tarothin Armunn Quote: "I know and I have mood swings like a pregnant woman at times. :/ I'm very random."

[Lady Ditto Armunn]

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*Ditto found herself in DarkCove. Sitting under the same tree she had many times and many years before when she drew her pictures. The only thing that had had a spark of life after the shadow came, after the shadow wraiths.....shaking her head free from thoughts of a particular shadow wraith, she turned her attention back to her work and drew the last few markings to make it appear very similiar to the ones posted on the walls of ..Kaane. Once done with it, she folded it carefully and put it to the side to begin her letter to her husband.*


My Cloudster,

I hear that name so few times lately. There is much talk of you but rarely with that name. You are a Lord by right but, titles mean nothin to me. You, mean everything to me.

Sanctus lives. I spoke with a few just today. They are but a whisper currently. A whisper of the past or of things yet to be, I know not. We will see. Judas has been speaking with them to gain their aid against the Red People. I tried ta stop him but I could na do so in that company without throwin suspicion on me. So, I turned it to an advantage. Later at the purty Lotus tavern place in Tokuno, I told Judas that I could na work with the Sanctans as it would be disrespectful for me ta ally with your sworn enemy. He offered to na ally with them. But, I need him too. The Red People have no real competition within the passions of the Lightbringers. But if Sanctus is truely renewing itself, then they fit most nicely in the scheme of things. I need them predictable. If they dun ally against the Red People, this makes them a wild card for me. I canna afford Sanctus to be a wild card. Their will, their beliefs would be assuredly powerful. It could destroy our main objective.

Before the Lotus trip, I took one ta Trinsic by the red moon. I met Asimov there and we went to his local tavern ta chat. I am more at ease in those places you've come to dislike.... ya certainly had no dislike for them many years ago when wenches of all sorts and of probable diseases sat in your lap.....
*biting her lip til it bled to regain her self control, she continued*

I...digressed. So, Asimov and I spoke. I told him the truth. I lied before hoping to get a contract to see how to free my friends. Before ya get angry, it was nothin that even an idiot couldn'a figure out AND I am almost sure, though not possitive, that only one contract existed, or if there were different ones, they prolly never left Trillin's sight. So I used a failure as a positive. Honesty. I am totally honest with Asimov, and will be with any of the Red People if asked, what my personal motives are or were. To help Cat, and hopefully Aulbrey as she helped me out a great deal with chickens. Mebe I am bein fooled by Asimov...he has the same ability with words that you like ta use. But, I trust him when he tells me Cat will be oki. AND, I also trust that if you return, you will personally see Cat safe. If things go badly between the Red People and myself, I have no idea what they'd do to her just for spite. And, if you think for one minute of tellin me that you aren't concerned with Cat's fate or that sacrifices have ta be made...... then rethink it. You care about me. At least I think so.

Both Trillin and Asimov seemed most interested in you, at least enough to ask questions. I believe Asimov fishes for information, while Trillin looks for things to hurt me with. Asimov makes no claims and seems to be simply curious. Trillin makes claims. I said to him once that you are na here because there is nothing for you here. He chose to twist my words since I am obviously here, I must mean nothing to you. He tries to convince me that you do na love me. He is very good at hurting. I have ta wonder if it is because he hurts someplace deep inside. I wonder how his wife puts up with him. But then, some inquire the same about me in regards to you. Asimov also wants to know more of my homeland. I told him Sosaria was my home. Mebe I fibbed a bit. In a perfect "me" world, my home would be here in Sosaria by your side. But, anywhere that you are, is home ta me. I honestly like and admire Asimov more each time we speak. I will tell him of you if he asks. There is much to tell that some already know. As for the Young Kingdoms....I have told him that we own the hunting lodge but I think that was all I said. It is too soon to know just what he is after. As you know, I dun much like discussin my ancestors, and I am only a freak of nature in most of my kin's eyes.

Oh, and one last thing. You may like this part but I dunno if I do. A person of knowledge and learnin spoke with Asimov, wanting to know more about the Red People. Asimov allowed him a meetin for this in the future, and I believe he wants me there as well. I take it as a good sign that he doesna totally dislike me. Not currently. The person spoke of much but I became a bit distracted with talk of Order and Balance....and of the Void. I dunno his name....Judas may have said, but we were lost in the woods and I may have forgotten. He was old and fond of talkin. I wanted ta discuss some philosophical things more in depth with him but that was neither the place nor time. And, I had ta keep Trillin from me since I was um....stickin my tounge out at him from a distance. I put myself where he'd have ta interrupt Asimov if he wanted ta reach me. Mebe I should na have been so bold, but he made me mad.

I will write again hopefully soon, or depending on your reply, I was thinkin perhaps a short trip to be with you might do me very good. What are your thoughts on this?

Your Ditto Always,
Ditto

House Armunn

*ENCLOSED: The copy Ditto drew of the poster in Trinsic*
Drawn Copy of the Trinsic Poster

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Ditto,

I received your news with mixed thoughts.

The Sanctan’s could be a good thing. Before I went on my "journey", they never knew that I had used them for my own desire or so I believe. So they could be of good use in the future.

I wish for you to speak to Isk again. Tell him that I had thought it was best for them to come up with the document of swearing fealty to me. This should help them put their hearts at ease and trust me more in these ... dire times. Also inform them of my plan for that document so for them to chose their words wisely. I will give them that slight advantage. I am not concerned because words always have holes. If they ask why? Explain to them how hard it is for me to trust them. After all of those years of strong opposition. I would be most displeased should any circumstances arise.

As far as the Red People go... continue what you are doing. I see no harm as always in what you do. The reason why I had always thought you were the perfect ambassador. Ignore Trillin’s words. You know very well I was against your return to that land, though being who you are, I cannot stop you from doing so.

Tarothin Armunn