Seneschal's Office Haunting meeting

[Jennifer Hazelton]

Jennifer was quiet for a few moments. This was time that she used to continue to watch Ms. Thistle's body language. As Jennifer observes, her mind is evaluating the words that Ms. Thistle chose. Jennifer considers the information that has been shared. Does this information align with someone who would be a stable influence in the Domain? Does Ms. Thistle behave as though she is hiding something?
"Perhaps I shall join you for such an observance." Jennifer replied, her voice slithering like a serpent.
"I am pleased that we agree that the bonds are important to who we are. The pursuit of the Man that all Kindred must maintain for themselves."
"Swear to adhere to the fact that this item breaches the Masquerade and must be moved to Haven and Elysium alone with utmost caution, you may keep it for one night." Jennifer states. "I shall escort you to the Necropolis at the conclusion of this meeting. You can return the Laws of the Domain to me with greater ease while we reside over the same roof."

No, I do not believe that she is obscuring a vital fact about herself. She could integrate well into the Alder Prince's Domain.
Jennifer thinks to herself.
"Aletheia Thistle do you swear loyalty to Prince Alessandra Antinori, to the officers of her court and to abide by the Prince's laws as set forth by her hand?"

[Aletheia Thistle]

The willowy Haunt nodded softly as Jennifer signaled her willingness to join her in prayer.

"I welcome it," she said, "For the sake of clarity, I will be clear in that it is not my intent to convert. While it brings great joy to bring others into the revelation of their condition, the Testament of Longinus teaches us that all among the Damned will come to serve the Lord at the End of Days... Nonetheless, I see few other chances that might allow you the glimpse into the Lancea et Sanctum that you seem to desire."

Aletheia's head dips once more in respect.

"I thank you, I am certain I will not need the full evening and will return it post-haste," she said.

"I swear it, Lady Seneschal," she answered, "As surely as I have put my faith into the Testament, so too shall I abide by the Laws penned by Alder Prince Alessandra Antinori and an decrees Her Grace deems fit in the nights to come."

[Jennifer Hazelton]

Jennifer sits in silence for a long moment. Her eyes are looking over the countenance and body language of the fellow Nosferatu who sits across from her. Jennifer is open in her careful observance. The look is direct and without subterfuge.

3 successes

Date	Action	Roll	Result
2025-03-15 07:34:17	Jennifer Hazelton rolls 7 to Detecting Lies (10 Again)	9, 3, 9, 3, 4, 7, 9	3 successes

"I appreciate plain language. I have no interest in being converted. The role of Notary has been hard fought, and I welcome the challenges that it poses to me." The Nosferatu feels confident in her assessment.
"You will have the opportunity to return the Laws that are written by my hand, Ms. Thistle. I shall grant your Acknowledgement within the Domain of the Alder Prince Alessandra Antinori. You may now feed, maintain a small herd and create a small haven. As a member of the Nosferatu, the Necropolis is open for you. I will go over the specifics of the Necropolis once we have relocated to the Necropolis." Jennifer states in her voice that slithers like a serpent.

"Welcome to the Domain, Ms. Thistle."

You may now change your status to 1

[Aletheia Thistle]

Aletheia, once more, is truthful, showing no signs of deception.

At the mention of Jennifer potentially losing her title as Notary in the hypothetical event that she were to be converted, Aletheia looks puzzled for a moment before replaying her own words back in her mind. Soon a look of realization sweeps the willowy Haunt's features as she realizes that, perhaps, her words were misinterpreted.

"Ah, even so, Lady Seneschal, there is more to faith than serving within the offices of its church," she said, "I have had the good fortune of meeting many Faithful from other covenants. Save fore the Circle, it gladdens me to say I have met them in every covenant. I would never dream of pressing you to abandon your titles. The friendship between the First Estate and the Lancea et Sanctum is long and storied, it is my hope we can make it so locally here in Sacramento as well."

THen came another nod of respect.

"Thank you, Lady Seneschal, I shall endeavor to prove worthy of your investment."

[Jennifer Hazelton]

Jennifer tilts her head slightly as she observes the fellow Nosferatu sitting across from her.
"I have found great joy and fulfilment in the meritocracy of the First Estate. There are clear paths to desirable positions." Jennifer states. "In the past, the First and Second Estate have been allies. I look forward to seeing if the time to nurture the relationship is something that your Covenant would pick up. I would not be averse to a further discussion."

Jennifer returned the nod of respect.
"I shall escort you into the night. Do you wish for me to show you to the Necropolis or do you wish to do so tomorrow evening, if you have arrangements to make?"

Jennifer rose from her chair.

[Aletheia Thistle]

A calm smile spreads upon the willowy Haunts lips below dead, still eyes.

"As it should be," Aletheia offers as her Priscus speaks of her joy, "Purpose is paramount, it is clear we agree on this."

The Haunt would not drive the point home further, the pair seemed to be in accord and, moreover, Aletheia had succeed in what she sought to accomplish.

"Certainly, I welcome further discourse on the subject, I shall endeavor to be easily found when your desire to speak on the matter further arises," Aletheia offered before rising a moment after Jennifer had done so, "If you would honor me in showing the Necropolis tonight, I would welcome it, Lady Seneschal. I have few belongings and it will take little more than a phone call to arrange their delivery."

[Jennifer Hazelton]

Jennifer took the moment to appreciate that there was a Kindred who was able to communicate clearly and that she was in agreement with.
"I am pleased that we are in agreement, Ms. Thistle. I foresee that we shall have more conversations and I look forward to see where we stand on different issues."

As Ms. Thistle agreed to relocate to the Necropolis, Jennifer walks down the hall. Liam fell in step behind her. "I am sure that you have many questions. The Necropolis features a room that is referred to as the jewel of the Necropolis', which will be a lovely place to speak more in depth."
Jennifer pauses by the door to make arrangements in transportation with Aletheia. When the two were in agreement, the two Kindred and Liam move forward to the Necropolis.

[Aletheia Thistle]

Aletheia nodded politely as the Seneschal spoke of her hope for further conversation.

"As you say, Lady Seneschal. I shall endeavor to be available."

The willowy haunt's eyebrows perked above her stilled gaze at the mention of the 'jewel of the Necropolis' which she could only guess to be a stately meeting room of a sort from Jennifer's words.

"I look forward to seeing witnessing its grandeur," she offered as the pair - and Jennifer's ghoul - made their way out into the night.

[Jennifer Hazelton]

The business of acknowledgement concluded, the office of the seneschal stands quiet as the three depart into the night. The promise of further conversation sweetly promised hanging in the air.