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[grandsassmaster]

[Haytham sighs as he works on getting used to this new technology. It really is quite baffling, even after having posted with it once or twice before. Really, wouldn't a simple letter on paper suffice? An in person meeting? Alas, it looks like this is the norm so he supposes he will have to just adjust to it and begins to speak in that high class British accent of his.]

Ah. There we are.

[He nods, looking thoroughly pleased with himself, smiling a bit as he lets satisfaction wash over him.]

Now that I have this confounded contraption working for me, I believe that it is time for a proper discussion regarding certain aspects of this apparent war that we are facing. After all, I do believe I am at a bit of a disadvantage with my lack of knowledge which could hardly be considered fair play. I have some details but not nearly enough to satisfy my curiosity.

[Then he frowns just a bit.]

Also, knowledge on where to get a decent cup of tea in this crisis would be most welcome. Assuming no one decided to dump it into the water. [He gives a wry smile at his own joke before finishing off with...]

I'd also be curious to know what my son, Connor, is up to of late. Should you fail to be aware of who he is, one need only look for a man very much like a bear with a baffled or vexed expression fixed to his face. [A little bit of a smirk appears as he continues.] Or you could tell me yourself now that you have had some time since your return from your rather warm mission, Connor. I do believe you have had enough time to recover, yes?

Thank you and have a pleasant day.

[He tips his hat then signs off.]

[ooc: Haytham finally makes his presence known! He's been looking around a bit and arrived during Mission Volcano. So now he thinks it's time to say hi now that things are settled. Best dad or best dad?]

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[primafamiglia]

[Its a very Italian accent that responds.]

I may know of a place to get tea, and can certainly fill you in on matters of the war.

As far as your son... he will likely come find you now that he knows you are here. This is something of a city for family reunions.

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[grandsassmaster]

Well then, we should get along quite nicely. My name is Haytham Kenway and it is a pleasure to be speaking with you.

Also, I must thank you for speaking of my son. Let us both hope he follows through.

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[primafamiglia]

Giovanni, and likewise. If you are not opposed I have the time to meet for our discussion, these devices are so very impersonal.

[he lets out a chuckle.]

Sons will do as they will, I have three of them and a daughter.

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[mentoris]

[And this is another Italian accent, though he sounds perhaps less amused at your presence, Haytham.]

So you return to us again, messere Haytham. Somehow I am not surprised.

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[grandsassmaster]

[Sir, you have him at a disadvantage. Fortunately, you cannot see that frown that appears on his face.]

Yes well, I could could hardly stay away from such pleasant company.

[Such a cheerful tone. Does he mean it? No, not really. He has no idea how you know him.]

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[mentoris]

[Bro don't you pull that on him, he's faced like three or four of you by now, each time he's gotten used to your pompous British sass.]

I am certain that is the reason. [Not.] Asgard here is at war, as you have heard. We fight against Thiazi, who plans to win on the day of Ragnarok and destroy all our worlds. It is our duty to prevent that.

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[familyissues]

[ Holy sh--

You know what? No. This is his home now, and Desmond isn't going to play the 'shock/gasp/horror' game with this third or fourth iteration of his Templar ancestor. They will either align themselves or lightly squabble on the periphery; Haytham's not stupid and won't trigger the might of the Assassins here, not as outnumbered as he is.

...of course that hinges on Haytham knowing there are more Assassins here to begin with. His own son would be obvious; the others, probably not.

Desmond opts to poke him instead. ]

I didn't know George Washington had any children.

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[grandsassmaster]

[Haytham very slowly lifts one brow at this young man. Since he is aware that he bares no resemblance to Washington, he is also aware that this boy is simply fooling around.

Lovely.

The other brow joins its sibling as he speaks.]

I was not aware heat could damage the brain for an extended period of time.

[Yes, he saw you there too, young man.]

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[familyissues]

[ This boy is older than your son, bro. Desmond's expression is bland, even as his thoughts race. Ah. So Haytham saw him too, might have even seen his close conversation with Connor. ]

I'm pretty sure I shouldn't take medical advice from a man who comes from a time where people are bled for running a fever.

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[womanfromacre]

[Oh she remembers you alright, but she's not about to let on.

Here, have another English accent for a change.]

One would think that the swiftest course of action for an understanding father would be to ask your son in person.

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[grandsassmaster]

One would agree. Precisely the reason I have called for him in the hopes that he is not off sulking in a corner somewhere.

[See? He thinks of these things.]

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[womanfromacre]

[Please. Your son sulks up trees.]

You believe he would have reason to sulk? I would have thought that any child would be pleased to have some family arrive here.

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[samantha_grey]

[Well, here went hoping this one wasn't the religious sort, because Samantha was sort of past bothering to greet newcomers with audio messages to avoid questions about the horns. If it was going to be an issue, it'd be an issue. She looked to be in a cramped laboratory, plugging away at some bubbling concoction.]

Couple places you can get tea. Pinch has it if you don't mind herbal varieties. I can answer questions if you stop by.

...Connor... Connor. Met a Connor once or twice here. Don't know if it's the same one, though "Confused Bear" sounds about right.

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[grandsassmaster]

[The horns intrigue him but he shows no revulsion to them. Instead, he looks upon them with curiosity before settling on her face, as is polite for conversation.]

Pinch. I will have to keep that in mind.

[And now he has to smile a little.]

It does. It seems quite appropriate and I assumed it would be the best way to have people recognize him.

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[samantha_grey]

Well... let me ask. Did your son like to wear a weird sort of white cloak once in a while? The one I know of here likes to travel with some guys who dress in those. I call them white cloaks.

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[allpurposescarf]

[And here we have another English accent, although between the mess of curls that comes with it and the oddity of Four's clothes overall it might not be the most immediately interesting thing.]

There are a few places where one can get a decent cup of tea here, actually. But I can give you the locations,if no one else has, yet.

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[grandsassmaster]

[Yes. He is quite distracted by such this...unique attire. He lifts a brow before deciding that he can at least be polite. For now.

The man is offering tea locations, an essential matter to be sure.]

Please do, my good man. I am plenty eager to hear what you have to say.

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[discrepant]

Good day to you as well. I do hope your day has been faring as pleasantly as my own and the city has been treating you well.

[A newcomer who wants to learn new answers, then Soushi is mostly likely the best individual to turn to. Most of the time.]

There are many who enjoy a warm cup of tea as you do. I do believe there is an establishment or two who are still open. I do hope you find somewhere or someone thoughtful enough to donate the items needed for it.

Now, if I may be so bold as to inquire, what do you wish to learn? I'll do my utmost to answer as many as I am able to.

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[grandsassmaster]

It does appear that there are some individuals as kind as yourself who have been willing to provide me with that particular bit of information. For that, I am truly grateful.

[And now, he'll get the story about this place from this person. Might as well since more than one point of view can be quite essential.]

Perhaps you could start from the beginning and tell me how all of this started based on what you know.

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[emergingspirit]

[Because Connor listens to posts, but unless something important pops up, he pretty much never replies in kind.

He'll go find his father instead. Haytham mentioned being in Baldr in his earlier conversation with Giovanni; with a bit of luck, he should return from the castle about the time Connor manages to escape from his daily tasks and make his way over to that district.

When he sees Haytham, he doesn't bother being particularly quiet. That brief time when his father and mother were in the city helped prepare him for the possibility of it happening again, and his time with Ezio in particular has helped him puzzle out some of his thoughts with regards to Haytham. He moves through the crowd with ease and falls into step beside Haytham, dressed more like Desmond in a shirt and jeans than like an Assassin. There isn't the slightest hint of Assassin insignia on him anywhere.]

Father.

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[grandsassmaster]

[One would think that a muscular man seamlessly falling in step with him would startle Haytham. On the contrary, he just continues walking as if it is only natural for his son to magically appear from the crowd to walk with him. Though, his clothes are interesting, to say the least. He takes a moment to ponder if he likes them at all.

It must be Desmond's influence.

Oh yes. He's spoken to that particular young man already. His apparent "grandson" of sorts.]

Connor. I was wondering if I would have to hunt you down myself.

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[comeonthensexy]

[ Raises finger. ]

I'll have a discussion.

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[grandsassmaster]

Good.

[Have a smile for that.]

Where would you like to start?

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[secondborn]

[All of the other Assassins have gotten the sassing done already, so Alastair decides to make sure the man has actually gotten the help he needs.

After all, Alastair still hasn't actually seen evidence of the things that make all the other Assassins turn their noses up at Haytham.]

You've gotten quite a few responses already. Have you received answers to your questions yet?

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[grandsassmaster]

A number of answers, a number of attitudes... I do believe I have been given a grand menagerie of responses at this point.

[But he's not bothered by that.]

Let us speak of something else instead since I have all that. What group do you happen to belong to?