Sits in Murky Waters

Greetings friend, the water's perfect, come join me

Ariella Past-Seeker

Sure thing

Sits in Murky Waters

I am named "Sits in Murky Waters" and who are you friend?

Ariella Past-Seeker

Ariella, nice to meet you Sits in Murky Waters

Sits in Murky Waters

What brings you to Bruma on this fine day?

Ariella Past-Seeker

Just resting here a few days, then heading out to see more of Cyrodill

Sits in Murky Waters

Ah yes. Say, can I ask you a question friend? We are friends yes?

Ariella Past-Seeker

I mean I can see your bits and you can see mine, so I guess we are. What is it you wish to ask me Sits in Murky Waters?

Sits in Murky Waters

What do you think of the Empire? Its not what it used to be yes?

Ariella Past-Seeker

Your telling me, but... I guess its alright. I mean it is indeed not what the Septim Empire was or the Reman Empire, but that was many many years ago

Sits in Murky Waters

Indeed, it is such a shame the Empire is so weak these days all thanks to the Aldmeri Dominion and their little War for control.

Ariella Past-Seeker

Indeed it is, Uriel Septim VII would be shocked if he could see what has become of his home and his people. If Dagon had not invaded then maybe things would be different though Uriel of course would not be here but his kin would though.

Sits in Murky Waters

You speak as if you knew him?

Ariella Past-Seeker

I did, I've been here before, 200 years ago infact when the Oblivion Gates opened up, I saw him once when he was giving a speech in the Imperial Palace, it was so wonderful to hear him speak. So kind and gental yet could be ruthless too.

Sits in Murky Waters

And what do you think of Emperor Titus Mede?

Ariella Past-Seeker

Hmm... not had the pleasure of meeting him, the Empire not as bad as everyone in the north says, sure they banned worship of their God but it was to save the Empire and its citizens from the Dominion.

Sits in Murky Waters

Indeed it was

Ariella Past-Seeker

Why do you care what I think Sits in Murky Waters?

Sits in Murky Waters

I was just asking because I wish to know what the people think of their Empire and its Emperor.

Ariella Past-Seeker

I see

Sits in Murky Waters

Do not worry, everything you and I have said is between us. I'm not a Thalmor or Imperial Agent friend, just a citizen who wishes to know what his fellow citizens think is all.

Ariella Past-Seeker

Sure... so, what do you think of the Empire then Sits in Murky Waters?

Sits in Murky Waters

I agree with everything you say, true the Empire may have been good for us once apon a time but now its full of thugs and murders. We're the Nords up north not so... fussy with their ways I do not think anyone would have even noticed how weak the Empire had become.

Ariella Past-Seeker

The Stormcloaks fight well, as does the Empire. Neither side is 100% correct in what they fight for though and so it is a Game of Thrones to them.

Sits in Murky Waters

Yes, well honored friend I must go now, but before I do take this, it will explain everything we have just talked about.

Ariella Past-Seeker

Thanks, and you too Sits in Murky Waters

Ariella Past-Seeker

That was weird, but not the weirdest thing I've seen all day. Did help a bunch of ghosts find peace... oh well I'll read his soggy pamphlet later, for now I just wanna rest and enjoy this nice bath

Lady Wren

Oh, it seems we have company Minene

Minene Loyal Servent

Yes Mistress

Lady Wren

Do you mind if we join you?

Ariella Past-Seeker

Of course not, come the waters perfect friends

Lady Wren

Well, introduce me

Minene Loyal Servant

This is Lady Wren, and I am Minene

Ariella Past-Seeker

Ariella, its nice to meet you both.

Lady Wren

Yes, so what brings you to Bruma then Ariella?

Ariella Past-Seeker

Just resting here a few nights, say your not gonna like ask me what I think of the Empire or anything right?

Lady Wren

Hadn't planned on it, why?

Ariella Past-Seeker

No reason, just... nevermind. So where are you two from?

Lady Wren

Minene is from High Rock, I'm from... well, its a long story.

Ariella Past-Seeker

I... see, and what brings you two to Bruma this day?

Lady Wren

Like you we are resting for the night, then on wards to Skyrim.

Ariella Past-Seeker

Oh, I see. I just came from Skyrim, its a little too cold for my liking.

Lady Wren

Yes, but the people there are so dumb headed, so easy to... persuade. Tough though

Ariella Past-Seeker

Indeed they are.

Lady Wren

<Playful laugh> I like you, I like her Minene

Ariella Past-Seeker

Its true Nords are dumb as rock but as strong as a mountain Lady Wren, do not underestimate them. I saw one beat another one to death because his took a sip of his mead.

Lady Wren

I never have, not will I. So tell me sweet thing, your not some dumb bimbo you see clearly what I am yet you remain calm, clear even. I'm not your first Vampire am I?

Ariella Past-Seeker

No, and you will not be my last. I trust the Guard is not aware of you?

Minene Loyal Servant

Lady Wren is a well respected--

Lady Wren

Shut up Minene, I'm not some stupid Vampire who tells everyone they are a Vampire, one who drains a Guard in full view of the entire town. No, I've long and hard Ariella and, I'm not like those you'd meet in Darkness

Ariella Past-Seeker

I can see that.

Lady Wren

Oh really, do tell then?

Ariella Past-Seeker

Theirs still fresh blood on your lips my Lady and your companion is keeping her clothes on even while we are in water tells me this she does not wish to show her body to us even though ths is a bath, likey you use her to feed to keep your level of blood lust low enough to 1# Look more human and 2# Keep yourself under control while surrounded by mortals, you are a smart Vampire indeed.

Lady Wren

Very clever, but your a little wrong my friend. Minene here is not my Thrall nor am I in anyway making her give me blood, infact shes my friend, secondly she refuses to take off her top because her former partner beat her and abused her. She wishes to hide the marks, even am yet to see them and we've been traveling together for almost a year. She serves me because she wishes to help make my life easier and if mine is easier so is hers

Ariella Past-Seeker

I'm sorry to hear that Minene, you seem like a sweet girl, I hope Lady Wren can help you along your path.

Lady Wren

Answer the woman Minene

Minene Loyal Servant

Thank you Ariella, you are too kind.

Ariella Past-Seeker

Yes well, its time for me to leave it seems. It was nice to meet you both

Ariella Past-Seeker

Take care now

Lady Wren

You too

Minene Loyal Servant

Thank you keeping my secret Mistress

Lady Wren

Of course darling, anything for you

Ariella Past-Seeker

Well Vampires are slight more scary now

Terrible Bard

<Singing terribly>

Ariella Past-Seeker

What on Nirn is he signing?

Ariella Past-Seeker

Finally, hes leaving

Terrible Bard

Good day sir, I said GOOD DAY

Stantus Oreious

Ah hello again friend, I trust everything was alright in the bathing area?

Ariella Past-Seeker

Yes, the water was perfect thank you. Although you are running a little low on towels down there

Stantus Oreious

I'll see to it that we have some more put down, got a lot of new visitors coming though Bruma lately. Anyway can I get you anything Miss?

Ariella Past-Seeker

No I'm quite alright thanks.

Stantus Oreious

You still have a room here remember?

Ariella Past-Seeker

I'll be back later, gonna go see more of the wonderful land but, hmm I did hear about a interesting place I wish to visit first

Ariella Past-Seeker

Excuse me, is this the Museum to the Champion?

Harold Burdsson

Ah yes yes come come, welcome to the Museum of the Champion friend, would you like a tour just 20 gold

Ariella Past-Seeker

Sure

Harold Burdsson

Here we have the restraints of the Champion, these were recovered from the Imperial City Dungeon after the Champion fled with the Blades escorting Emperor Uriel Septim VII himself

Ariella Past-Seeker

Wow, 200 years old and it looks like it was made yesterday. Amazing

Harold Burdsson

Yes... well its all due to Magic that was placed on them you see.

Ariella Past-Seeker

Ah yes, Magic of course!

Harold Burdsson

Next is the Cuirass of the Champion, this Kvatch Cuirass was given to the Champion after they defeated all the Daedra that had laid waste to Kvatch

Ariella Past-Seeker

Gods... its so, perfect. How did you ever recover this?

Harold Burdsson

Ah a fair question but I'm afraid thats private, now on to the next one shall we?

Ariella Past-Seeker

Sure thing

Harold Burdsson

Ah now this, this is the real deal friend

Ariella Past-Seeker

Um, what is it?

Harold Burdsson

This belonged to the Champion, some say they even blew their nose on it from time to time. You may touch it for only 10 septims

Ariella Past-Seeker

Um.. okay sure, why not

Harold Burdsson

Well?

Ariella Past-Seeker

EW!

Harold Burdsson

Yes, well moving on. This is the Sword that belonged to my Great great great... well Captain Burd of the Bruma Guard thought alongside the Champion. This blade was rested here ever since

Ariella Past-Seeker

Wow, how many Daedra did he slay with it?

Harold Burdsson

His diary said 10, but I recon it was 100, maybe more. Burd was a great fighter and his men helped the Champion and Martin Septim fight off the Daedra that came from a Great Gate that opened up just outside Bruma

Ariella Past-Seeker

Ah that damn Gate, legions of Daedra poured out of it. I still have the scars

Harold Burdsson

Huh? Oh, um yes it was a terrible time for Bruma

Ariella Past-Seeker

He faught with honor and love. Bruma's Citzens owe a lot to him for he is the reason the City still stands.

Harold Burdsson

Ahah! This my friend is a true artifact of the Champion, behold I present to you the hand of the Champion! You may touch the hand for 50 gold

Ariella Past-Seeker

Um, okay. Say, how'd the Champion use their hand?

Harold Burdsson

Ah, it was cut off none other then by Mehrunes Dagon

Ariella Past-Seeker

Mehrunes Dagon you say?

Harold Burdsson

Yes, he--

Ariella Past-Seeker

Alright, enough with the lies Burdsson!

Harold Burdsson

Lies? What on Nirn do you mean?

Ariella Past-Seeker

Look at me, I'm a Dunmer, I was here 200 years ago I met the Uriel Septim VII, I met the Champion and I saw Martin Septim turn into a Dragon to fight Mehrunes Dagon! The Champion never lost their hand!

Harold Burdsson

Now now, come you must be mistaken friend-

Ariella Past-Seeker

I'm reporting you to the Guard!

Harold Burdsson

Fine, go then!

Ariella Past-Seeker

And I'm getting back my coin, one way or another pal!