Abigail d'Aubigne
Aristocrat
Sister of the Vicomtesse d'Aubigne- House Aubigne
Second daughter of Franco and Beaulah d'Aubigne
Posts: 477
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Post by Abigail d'Aubigne on Jun 17, 2008 16:30:04 GMT -5
The carriage ride from Camlach was long, and I spent most of it dozing. So when the carriage finally stopped, I was jolted out of sleep and looked out the window. I was finally here! Stepping down from the carriage, I nearly ran for the door, knocking three times.
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Post by Noelle d'Aubigne on Jun 18, 2008 6:42:20 GMT -5
I admit it. I was waiting for the knock, and not just in my room; I was in the recieving room, sitting on one of the couches and scanning a book that I was pretending to read. A knock, thrice over, brought me to my feet, and I made my way to the door still clutching the book, having thought to drop it.
Beating my maid there, I opened the door and instantly grinned. "Abby!" I squealed sharply, my arms going around her shoulders and drawing her into a suffocating hug. "Gods I missed you!"
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Abigail d'Aubigne
Aristocrat
Sister of the Vicomtesse d'Aubigne- House Aubigne
Second daughter of Franco and Beaulah d'Aubigne
Posts: 477
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Post by Abigail d'Aubigne on Jun 18, 2008 6:44:59 GMT -5
I screamed with joy when I saw it was Noelle herself at the door, falling into her arms even as she pulled me into them. "I missed you too!" I said. Pulling back, I took a look at her. "You look different," I said seriously. "Is it all those grown-up city experiences you've been having?"
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Post by Noelle d'Aubigne on Jun 18, 2008 6:51:35 GMT -5
I laughed at her words, unfeigned and unfettered, so glad to have her innocent self back again. "Must be all the wine and sex," I teased, knowing it'd likely make her blush. Dropping my arm about her waist, I guided her into the house, something our father had gotten when it'd been decided that I would venture to the City for a lengthy stay. "Are you thirsty or hungry? How was the ride?"
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Abigail d'Aubigne
Aristocrat
Sister of the Vicomtesse d'Aubigne- House Aubigne
Second daughter of Franco and Beaulah d'Aubigne
Posts: 477
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Post by Abigail d'Aubigne on Jun 18, 2008 7:40:34 GMT -5
I blushed at her words, knowing there was probably some truth to them. "Starved," I told her. "And the ride was dreadful; I'm just glad to be out of that infernal carriage."
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Post by Noelle d'Aubigne on Jun 18, 2008 7:44:44 GMT -5
I laughed softly. "I should bet you are," I responded with a smile. Thankfully the lower part of our house had a fairly open floorplan, and I led her through it to an area that allowed the sun to pour in, warming it both in feel and in actual temperature. Speaking over my shoulder at a maid, I had her bring the midday meal there, then released Abby to let her settle if she wanted.
"Lets eat, and then I'll give you the official tour," I said with a smile. "Hows Father?"
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Abigail d'Aubigne
Aristocrat
Sister of the Vicomtesse d'Aubigne- House Aubigne
Second daughter of Franco and Beaulah d'Aubigne
Posts: 477
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Post by Abigail d'Aubigne on Jun 19, 2008 15:42:22 GMT -5
"As well as can be expected," I replied, digging into the spread Noelle's maid had laid out. "I think he's sad that his two little girls are leaving him."
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Post by Noelle d'Aubigne on Jun 20, 2008 22:54:41 GMT -5
"He'll be alright," I said, grinning a little wickedly and watching her begin to eat. "What about you? Is there anything specifically you wanted to explore here in the City?"
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Abigail d'Aubigne
Aristocrat
Sister of the Vicomtesse d'Aubigne- House Aubigne
Second daughter of Franco and Beaulah d'Aubigne
Posts: 477
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Post by Abigail d'Aubigne on Jun 22, 2008 14:24:00 GMT -5
I gave Noelle a dirty look. "I should like to see all of the City," I said, "and perhaps meet somebody special."
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Post by Noelle d'Aubigne on Jun 24, 2008 6:54:56 GMT -5
I raised my brow at the look she shot me, not knowing what I did to receive it. Sitting back, I folded my arms across my waist, legs crossing above my knee. "Well, there are a lot of people to meet," I said wryly.
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Abigail d'Aubigne
Aristocrat
Sister of the Vicomtesse d'Aubigne- House Aubigne
Second daughter of Franco and Beaulah d'Aubigne
Posts: 477
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Post by Abigail d'Aubigne on Jun 25, 2008 19:26:11 GMT -5
I nodded. "I assumed," I said. "Have you met anybody interesting? At the big Beltane fete, maybe?"
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Post by Noelle d'Aubigne on Jun 25, 2008 20:33:15 GMT -5
My mouth curled into a secretive smile. "I have, actually; two somebodies. The first is the Princess Phreya de la Courcel - I've told you about her in my letters to you. The other is Denis de Trevalion... Much like Phreya, but different in his own rights." I gave a cats smile, stretching out comfortably. "And you? Anyone who has stolen my little sisters fancy?"
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Abigail d'Aubigne
Aristocrat
Sister of the Vicomtesse d'Aubigne- House Aubigne
Second daughter of Franco and Beaulah d'Aubigne
Posts: 477
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Post by Abigail d'Aubigne on Jun 26, 2008 12:26:53 GMT -5
I smiled softly and blushed. "Not yet," I said. "Perhaps I will meet someone here." I looked at her. "Do you think your friends have friends who might be interested in meeting somebody?"
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Post by Noelle d'Aubigne on Jun 26, 2008 22:13:13 GMT -5
I gave her a mysterious smile. "You never know," I said. "I'll ask about, discretely enough. And then I'll fish through them and throw out the rotten ones for you," I added, giving her a devilish grin.
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Abigail d'Aubigne
Aristocrat
Sister of the Vicomtesse d'Aubigne- House Aubigne
Second daughter of Franco and Beaulah d'Aubigne
Posts: 477
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Post by Abigail d'Aubigne on Jun 27, 2008 10:21:59 GMT -5
I nodded. "I want a good one," I said seriously, "not one of those who uses a woman and leaves her."
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Post by Noelle d'Aubigne on Jun 27, 2008 11:18:07 GMT -5
I eyed her, not for the first time wondering where Abby got her ideals from. Our father, I supposed. He was always exasperated with me. "Were you planning on visiting the Night Court at all?" I asked casually, curious enough.
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Abigail d'Aubigne
Aristocrat
Sister of the Vicomtesse d'Aubigne- House Aubigne
Second daughter of Franco and Beaulah d'Aubigne
Posts: 477
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Post by Abigail d'Aubigne on Jun 27, 2008 11:21:01 GMT -5
"I thought maybe," I said carefully, "but I am still unsure."
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Post by Noelle d'Aubigne on Jun 28, 2008 10:32:15 GMT -5
I bit back a sigh before it could manifest itself. We used to be closer than this - I could talk to Abby about anything, and I thought she could me too. Maybe it was the stress of the trip, though. I didn't know.
"Well, whatever you would like," I said, sitting up and dismissing the matter completely with a wave of my hand. "Do you want to go out into the City today, or would you prefer to stay in?"
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Abigail d'Aubigne
Aristocrat
Sister of the Vicomtesse d'Aubigne- House Aubigne
Second daughter of Franco and Beaulah d'Aubigne
Posts: 477
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Post by Abigail d'Aubigne on Jun 28, 2008 21:24:13 GMT -5
"Oh, can we?" I asked, my face brightening. "Of course, I want to wash up first, but after that, can we go?" I didn't really care where we went, as long as it was exciting.
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Post by Noelle d'Aubigne on Jun 28, 2008 23:27:39 GMT -5
I chuckled softly. "Of course. Nicia will show you to your rooms; there should be a fresh basin of water there. I also commissioned a pair of new dresses for you," I added, flashing her a smile. "They're in your closet. Nicia?"
I raised my voice enough to get her attention, and when the pretty, slender woman came into view, I gestured to Abby. "Please show my sister to her rooms when she's ready to go."
"Of course my lady," Nicia replied, giving a curtsy before stepping back, disappearing out of view, though I knew she'd be well within sight when Abby decided she was ready.
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Abigail d'Aubigne
Aristocrat
Sister of the Vicomtesse d'Aubigne- House Aubigne
Second daughter of Franco and Beaulah d'Aubigne
Posts: 477
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Post by Abigail d'Aubigne on Jun 29, 2008 13:59:30 GMT -5
"Oh, thank you, Noelle," I said. "I won't be long."
I followed Nicia to my room. It looked much like my room at home in its setup, but not in its contents. The fabrics were richer, the woods darker. Everything seemed new.
Going to the basin, I splashed my face and hands with water, and wiped them on a white towel. Going to the closet, I gasped at its contents. The dresses, one a red silk damask and the other a dark blue velvet, were far too fine to wear now. I decided to go to my trunk instead, picking out a green everyday dress instead.
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Post by Noelle d'Aubigne on Jun 29, 2008 16:50:04 GMT -5
I smiled and made my way to my room after Abby left, changing out of the simple dress I'd worn for her homecoming and into something a little nicer, but nothing too over the top. A soft blue with accents of grey throughout, and some lovely earrings and necklace to match. Making my way back down the stairs again, I waited, humming softly to myself as I smoothed out the flat expanse of my hair.
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Abigail d'Aubigne
Aristocrat
Sister of the Vicomtesse d'Aubigne- House Aubigne
Second daughter of Franco and Beaulah d'Aubigne
Posts: 477
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Post by Abigail d'Aubigne on Jun 29, 2008 16:54:08 GMT -5
I came down in my green dress. "Oh sister, the dresses were so lovely, I couldn't bear to wear them now," I said. "I must save them for a fete or something."
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Post by Noelle d'Aubigne on Jun 30, 2008 11:42:43 GMT -5
I chuckled softly. "Don't keep everything for a special occasion, Abby," I said softly. "Mayhap wear the red to an assignation, if you choose to visit the Night Court."
Turning, I didn't dwell on the matter, but opened the door for us and led her outside. "Anywhere in particular you would like to begin with?" I asked as I moved out onto the steps.
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Abigail d'Aubigne
Aristocrat
Sister of the Vicomtesse d'Aubigne- House Aubigne
Second daughter of Franco and Beaulah d'Aubigne
Posts: 477
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Post by Abigail d'Aubigne on Jun 30, 2008 11:53:39 GMT -5
I ignored her comment about the Night Court. "Can we see the Palace?" I asked, eyes shining.
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Post by Noelle d'Aubigne on Jun 30, 2008 12:39:43 GMT -5
"Parts, of course," I responded with a smile as the carriage was brought around. Once the door was opened I stepped in and waited for Abby, delivering a message to the footman to take us to the Palace as I waited.
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Abigail d'Aubigne
Aristocrat
Sister of the Vicomtesse d'Aubigne- House Aubigne
Second daughter of Franco and Beaulah d'Aubigne
Posts: 477
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Post by Abigail d'Aubigne on Jun 30, 2008 12:42:24 GMT -5
"We can go inside?" I asked incredulously. "I thought we could only see the outside."
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Post by Noelle d'Aubigne on Jun 30, 2008 13:29:24 GMT -5
I chuckled softly. "We can go to some parts, of course. The gambling hall, gardens; nothing so extensive as the Courcel quarters obviously. Denis is staying at the Palace as well," I added absent mindedly.
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Abigail d'Aubigne
Aristocrat
Sister of the Vicomtesse d'Aubigne- House Aubigne
Second daughter of Franco and Beaulah d'Aubigne
Posts: 477
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Post by Abigail d'Aubigne on Jun 30, 2008 14:30:18 GMT -5
"Oh, the gardens sound wonderful," I breathed. "Do you gamble much?"
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Post by Noelle d'Aubigne on Jul 1, 2008 12:06:22 GMT -5
"Not too much, no," I answered after she'd entered the carriage and it began rolling off. "The gardens it will be, then."
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