IC Savage Tides (Take 2)

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Gerald watches with an eager expression as Tarquin makes an odd introduction. He never tenses like his friend does, confident that they're safe in a noble's home in the city. "Oh yeah, I've heard of ya!" he blurts out at the name "Jade Ravens."

His own commentary is likewise cut short by Xeshanth's politically polite response. "Well, duh," he adds, punctuating it with an utter absence of tact. "Ain't gonna make friends bein' jerks to people." He watches the quartet leave, a little confused by the brief interaction.

Nathaniel seems quite relieved to hear Tolin's claims. He shoves off the wall with his hips and nudges Gerald hard in the ribs. With an eager expression, he mutters, "good sponsor!" Gerald quickly matches the younger Sotheby's enthusiasm, before the furrowed brows of thought intrude.

"You guys think we need a name?"