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 Posted: Wed Nov 17, 2010 1:22 pm
The Catas family home resides in the midst of a clearing located in a dense, coniferous forest a few miles east of Basken Lake. The estate is rather impressive despite a large burnt out shell of a building that has been left in disrepair.
A ginormous five story tower constructed out of what appears to be bronze and other metals draws the eye. At the base are several small stone buildings, designed originally for storage. Every spare piece of land had been filled with plants, many of which would not seem out of place in Level 2. The entire area is surrounded by large stone walls.
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Posted: Wed Nov 17, 2010 1:27 pm
 Zack arrived on the grounds, not bothering to disguise himself, this time. This place seemed far enough away for people not to recognise him, and he doubted that either Ven or Zaer would have been able to raise the alarm about him. Especially since neither of them knew what he was planning.
So he confidently strode towards the house, ready to pound his fist against the door.
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Posted: Wed Nov 17, 2010 1:33 pm
 An elderly man exited one of the storage sheds, an incredibly suspicious look on his face. 'A bit late for Halloween, don't you think?' he asked, frowning at the stranger.
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Posted: Wed Nov 17, 2010 1:36 pm
'If I were dressed for Hallowe'en, then you're absolutely right, it would be. However, I'm not. Are you Zaer's grandfather?'
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Posted: Wed Nov 17, 2010 1:39 pm
The man froze, a feeling of dread surging through his body. 'Yes, you are correct. Faust Catas, at your service,' he replied. He hobbled over, perhaps slightly exaggerating the need for his cane in the process.
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Posted: Wed Nov 17, 2010 1:41 pm
'Zack Faux,' the vampire replied, stretching out a hand. He watched Faust with hidden amusement.
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Posted: Wed Nov 17, 2010 1:44 pm
Faust impassively stared back, clearly waiting for the vampire to state his business.
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Posted: Wed Nov 17, 2010 1:46 pm
He arched an eyebrow, and lowered his hand when it was clear it was not going to be shaken.
'First of all, I'm not here to deliver bad news. I just wondered if you might be able to help me with something. I need a helper. I'm busy with a lot of work, and could use an extra pair of hands to help lighten the load. I spoke with your granddaughter, who mentioned something about you summoning Ven? I was simply hoping you might be able to give me some more information. It sounds ideal.'
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Posted: Wed Nov 17, 2010 1:52 pm
'I wouldn't give away such information for free,' Faust carefully said, wondering just what had happened to Zaer and Ven. He hadn't heard from either of them in a quite a while, a worrying development and one that he would have soon taken action on had Zack not arrived.
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Posted: Wed Nov 17, 2010 1:55 pm
'I wouldn't expect you to. Name your price.'
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Posted: Wed Nov 17, 2010 1:58 pm
'I haven't heard from Zaer of my servant in quite some time. I don't suppose you know why?' Faust asked, deciding to dispose of subtlety instead opting to ask outright. It seemed downright bizarre that someone as prejudiced as his granddaughter would give out his address to a vampire.
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Posted: Wed Nov 17, 2010 2:01 pm
'The only suggestion I can make is that they've both been busy. I've seen them, and they're both unharmed and well, so if it's not like them to call. then I can't really offer any ideas, I apologise,' Zack lied. 'Would it be a sufficient price to return your granddaughter to you?'
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Posted: Wed Nov 17, 2010 2:06 pm
'And Ven,' Faust added, not seeing any reason for the demon to be left behind. He leaned on his cane as he reflected on this strange deal. The situation itself seemed suspicious even without Zack appearing asking for help from the occult.
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Posted: Wed Nov 17, 2010 2:08 pm
'Of course. I'll return with them both shortly,' the vampire promised, as he exited through a portal.
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Posted: Wed Nov 17, 2010 2:15 pm
 Faust returned to the tower, entering the first floor and picking out a hat to protect against the cold breeze outside. He briefly considered taking his trusty riffle with him but approaching Zack with an obvious weapon seemed like a foolish idea. All ready he exited the tower and waited impatiently in the grounds.
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