#kc_necropolis

"Well, we're always hopeful to adopt, opportunistic as we can be" She says in folksy honesty "But even if they don't sign on for farm living, we'll help, of course. Give me some contact info?"

He gives the address.

She takes it "I figured you two would just mentor them both yourself, but we'll provide some basics for them to be sure"

"We have so much on our plate, and with her Kith and the fact that it's a family affair.... and, they will need Saining, after all."

"Oh, of course, Mr. Stodgepole. So much on your plate? Need more help than with just them?"

"Oh, we'll muddle through. I imagine the Hearth position keeps you productively happy?"

"Most days, there's a joy in duty after all"

"Sometimes I do feel a bit ...well, it can get hectic"

"You will let me know if I can assist, of course, but don't neglect to delegate amongst your DeBukes." he suggests.

"Well, when you're right you're right , sir. Just don't want folks to think I can't carry my load"

"The mark of a true leader is the ability and willingness to develop others." he points out.

"I"ll boot some into shape" She assures "And Murray will be told"

"I thank you. Take care." and when the call is finished he returns to the group.

It does fnish up, and Iceni looks up curiously. SHe's a fine strapping trolless

"You may receive a visitor; a large man, rather... imposing, physically. He'll go by the name Murray; he's a friend, or at least, a good acquaintance. I recommend you listen to him."

She nods, though she glances towards her weapon at the mention of the word 'imposing'

"He'll come to help you, or at least, do his duty by you." the boggan reminds her "I recommend against attacking him. He's an excellent warrior; trained and experienced."

"You can take him, mom!" Slyfoot cheers

But Iceni blushes "Ah, of course, pardon my... protective streak, Mr. Stodgepole. I'm told it's very trollish"

"It is." he confirms "As you will see when you meet Murray."

Emerson gets a sudden hug from the pooka "Thank you for saving my mom and me from the grays"

"Mmph. You're welcome." pat pat pat.

"Yes, thank you. It.. I like being like this" The she troll stretches as much as her small home allows

A chuckle "And an excellent thing that is."

A dignified restraint. If she weren't a troll she might preen.

CC smiles "You'll be just fine, you two. Murray will help you more than you know. Hes a Storm, a great warrior and protectr of his lodge. "

"And, Slyfoot, there are other children at this lodge as well."

"YAY" He says

"But we've taken up enough of your time," CC says "Do forgive us for departing during this new discovery, but with someone on the way you'll be all right"

"And, you'll come visit. And Slyfoot can, eventually, lead you to a place where you can rest and recharge if you need it."

Slyfoot nods "I know where the Warren is"

"There we are."

"You're always welcome here," Iceni/Christina says

"Most generous, thank you."

"Yes, and let us know when you can catch Dinner and a show" CC says "Welcome to the real world" A smile... and she slips Emerson andd she out

CC takes Emerson's hand

He holds her hand as well. "The Farm will take good care of them."

She says "You seemed eager to pass them to someone else"

"Did you want to keep them?" some disbelief.

"I'm actually surprised you don't want to. A she troll, malleble and ready to learn ...from you. And Unseelie" A smile at him "YOu love me, dear, but you do sometimes have a bit of a troll appreciation"

He tuts. "We all have mountains to climb, hm?" with a chuckle "I think, however, that my.... interests.... lay more in the difficulty of the seduction rather than the hue of the skin."

"Oh, too easy eh? " A nod "I grasp that. " A smirk "Should I play hard to get?"

"More often, I mean" A wink "Wouldn't want you bored with me"

"Oh, you put up quite the flight, Dearest. Sometimes when the House is packed and the wheels are just staying on, I consider that time and smile...."

A smile "The DeBukes will take care of them" SHe nods "But if they don't move, I do hope Slyfoot visits. He LUVS his fairy godfather" A hip bump and off they go

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