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And so, Frank and Brekke arrive

and a Redcap greets them bellowing "Countess, the VERY SPECIAL guests you wanted me not to make a fuss over are here!"

Brekke shares a long-suffering look with Frank, and then says to the redcap, "Thank you."

Jessica arrives quickly. "Sorry."

Holger is there, and he salutes troll style to the two who often teach him

"No apology needed." She reaches to rest a hand on Jessica's shoulder, and looks at her with a hint of checking to see if she's alright. No recent injuries, etc.

Nothing obvious. Jess puts her hand on Brekke's and then on her father's mirroring hand. "Good to see you."

A nod. "You as well." She releases her shoulder, then indicates their bags. "Where should we put these?"

"I shall take them to your room, if you allow me the honor" Holger says holding his hands out

"OH! Uh... yes, uh, yes.... thank you Holger."

"Holger. Thank you." Brekke gives the boy a solemn nod. She knows him and trusts him.

Holger is a childling, but he is a troll childling, so he takes the load with dedication, and dignity, and carries it down the hall

"Jessica, is there somewhere we can all speak privately?"

Jessica does have a side parlor that is seldom used, among a few other options

"Of course, come with me...." she leads them to a prepared area.

Brekke follows, touching Frank's hand briefly.

The prepared Parlor has large furniture, a solid thick door that muffles sound, and...well, Coffee

Frank keeps Brekke's fingertips as they join Jess in the side parlor.

Someone has taken care to put nordic and celtic decor up, nothing flashy, just homey with a theme

"So, um, here we are... and coffee and stuff is there."

Brekke looks around the room appreciatively, and a little amused.

"Thank you." She accepts the offer and goes to pour herself a mug before taking a seat.