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This evening was almost a tiny festival. All the crow women of this highest mountaintop were hanging out all over the temple with alcohol flowing beyond reasonable measure, with musicians amongst them becoming the heart of the party. Some Mamonos even bestowed the crowd with unusual magic shows (someone managed to create -solid- lightning for a minute) or dances. Even the patriarch Kendal showed talent: the man is a damn good singer.
Tomiko's husband, twin daughters, and companion returned from their journey today, prompting the celebrations. The man was a striking sight: built like a warrior with hair fiery enough to rival Sieglinde, a naturally wide mouth, and an unkempt beard, ''wild'' was a good word to describe him. His girls had taken from their mother with similar long black hair and similar faces, the raven wings extending out of their hips announcing their species. Their elongated pointed ears weren't unusual for Tengu, even if sight often made you doubletake.
Now, for the last person.
''Adam! Come on, I'm alone at my table.'' You put your only good hand on his shoulder.
''Ah, Mysir! The night is young!'' One of the ravens-girl pestering him protested your intrusion. Once they drag him on the dance floor, you'll never get a chance to speak tonight.
''Later.'' You've spent enough time here to know that a firm hand was vital in handling these birds. ''Men gotta speak.''
The poor guy looked lost, surrounded by four ravens. The <span class="mu-i">sharp/i] looks his twins companions kept giving him had been one motivation to fetch him. Poor guy doesn't need to see his girls marking their territory.
It really had been <span class="mu-s">something</span> when your links did it.
''Thanks.'' Adam sighed, rubbing the sweat out of his face.
He looked well. His face was far better groomed than your encounter in that damn city. Wait...
''Got a haircut?'' You had to ask.
''My companions imposed it.'' He answered, waving for a waiter. ''News about what happened traveled all over the country, fluffy queens allied with the Demon Lord to take out the Pharaoh... heavy stuff. Are your girls OK? Rumors are light on details; people say there haven't been that many deaths, truth is often different.''
''Don't worry, I've successfully linked up with my allies, and none perished...'' You paused when one of the lovely island doctors gave your drinks, alcohol laced with Everblues for aesthetics. Crows loved ''safe'' exotic experience. ''... Zerase's ambitions took a massive toll on her people. It was an ugly mess; I did what I could to keep my people alive.'' You pointed at your missing arm before refreshing your throat. ''Witch won't be a problem anymore.''
After telling them you wanted to meet Adam alone, your girls gave you space tonight.
''Seriously?'' You couldn't fault his satisfaction, even if it irritated you.</span>
