"Yes waxing it is very popular particularly among the elves. Some women... and few men... do not like the feeling of hair along their bodies. Our staff can apply scented, melted wax and remove the hair most efficiently. It leaves the skin smooth and rejuvenated after just a moments discomfort. Shall sign you up for a session this evening?"

"Most certainly not." Ludolf says gruffly, but then he seems to ponder something, smiling to himself. "A bath perhaps, that should be invigorating, and hence not a complete waste of my time." He says plainly to the halfling.

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Klin notices Pardot and Ludolf looking at each other. "Are you alright? I know how you feel, it's so free, but almost not in a good way, like you're in freefall. "

 "It really is amazing. Almost too good to be true." Pardot replies, still simply in awe of the area.

Once they are shown around inside and given the menu, Pardot nods in agreement with Ludolf, "I've spent many a chilled night looking to the stars, a nice hot bath would do wonders for my back." Then almost remembering, adds to Seth, "Speaking of the stars... they must be magnificent here from the springs no?"

Seth shurgs at Ludolf, "As I said it is not for everyone, perhaps a nice shave and haircut would suit you better?"

"Ah the stars, many would come from far and wide to gaze at the heavens from the serenity of our pool." Seth looks skyward at the setting sun. "But now all we have is pure blackness... I hear there are no stars left anywhere in Faerun. Many have come here looking for meaning in this calamity, unfortunately even the sister remain in the dark."

As you settle Fistandia into her bed and make sure she is comfortable Seth hands you three keys. "Here are keys to three of the rooms next to this one. We have a strict 2 person per room limit so I guess one of you will have to stay alone. I will go place your request and it's unusual circumstances with the sisters. Until them please enjoy all we have to offer." He bows at you all very slightly and turns to leave unless one of you stop him.

"I suppose it's Daventry and me to one room and then the three of you can sort out the rest," Triäsa says, glancing at Ludolf, Pardot, and Klin.  "Although, I suppose one of us could stay with Fistandia. Is there a cot?," she asks, looking at Seth. 

Before Seth can leave, Triäsa also asks, "What do we have access to for our paid access to the bathhouse? Just walking the grounds?"

"I'm happy to put Fistandia on the bed and take a mat. I've spent enough time on solid ground that I've found it's often more comfortable than such fluffy mattresses." Pardot says to Tri. He then adds, "Though we came here for help for her," gesturing towards the gnome, "if we'll have to wait we may as well enjoy the spa no? We have been researching very hard for the past many nights. I'd like to take a short walk through the woods and feel the grass beneath my toes. Join me if you'd like, or I'll find you again soon in the spring."

From there, Pardot drops off much of his gear, keeping only his walking stick ((this acts as his focus, and it'd be strange to carry his sickle around...)) and heads out towards the wood. Approaching a small bush he leans a hand in as if reaching for something, and having 'found it' brings his hand out with a colorful lovebird in his palm, the colors of it reminiscent to their colorful dwarf friend that they lost in the mines. Giving it a small pat, he sends the bird flying into the trees. He then starts meandering through the glade nearby, again, honestly enjoying the nature, while also looking to get a view of the layout of the area and specifically to spot those who work here. He also gives his bird familiar ((I have two hours of familiar based on how it works with Wild Shape)) directions to keep an eye out for any time two or more workers can be seen alone and to see how they interact. After about an hour he'll head into the spa. ((If anyone follows we can talk while we walk, and if not we can RP that in the spa in a bit))

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"I suppose it's Daventry and me to one room and then the three of you can sort out the rest," Triäsa says, glancing at Ludolf, Pardot, and Klin.  "Although, I suppose one of us could stay with Fistandia. Is there a cot?," she asks, looking at Seth. 

Before Seth can leave, Triäsa also asks, "What do we have access to for our paid access to the bathhouse? Just walking the grounds?"

 "A cot... No my dear, there is no cot..." Seth looks horrified at the question. "As for your initial investment of 5 gold you have the wonderful opportunity to enjoy the premium products and services we offer. You will also have your free consultation with the sisters and you can access to the hot spring pool in the back. Feel free to use the changing rooms behind the main desk. There are robes and towels there for your convenience." He then looks at Triäsa, "Yes, the towels and robes are free... please don't steal them."

At the suggestion one of you will stay with Fistandia he pockets the extra key and leaves the other three. "I can see that you are here for our more basi..." He clears his throat before choosing a different word, "...complementary services." You get the impression he is losing interest in your group rapidly.

(I'll leave you all to RP here for a while and address Pardot's second half post after a while. I don't want to rush you all. The Lily is a place to slow down and enjoy the finer things in life with excellent company! It's like a corporate retreat with team building!)

Triäsa tilts her head, giving Seth a look of slight indignation that he would suggest she might steal something.  "You run quite the bargain, 5 gold for your 'free' consultation." 

After Seth goes, she says, "Well, sounds like Pardot wants to wander a bit. I am sure Ludolf will want a warm soak in the hot springs. I guess I will stay here with Fistandia for a bit and let you all explore?"

"Yes, a visit to the barber I would have time for." Ludolf says plainly to Seth, running his hand through his gray hair.

Ludolf nods at Pardot as the halfling offers to stay with Fistandia during the night. "Good, just knock on my door if you need any help with her duiring the night." He says, taking the last key. "I guess we share then." He says to Klin.

"I'm sure Klin won't mind to stay with Fistandia a bit, you of all should allow yourself some relaxing now Triäsa." Ludolf says to the half-elven bard, then ready to leave for the baths after dropping off his gear at his and Klin's room, waiting a moment first to see if someone will come along.

Still quite suspicious of the place Ludolf would call upon Edgar from his pocket plane while dropping his gear off in his room and let him out the window to scout the place out to report back later.
Edgar perception: 9

 "Ok," Triäsa says, looking at Klin. "If you are fine staying with Fistandia then I will let you." She then looks for Ludolf, "So where were you heading off to?"

She will drop her pack and weapons off on whatever room she and Daventry will share. She then is ready to follow wherever Ludolf was going. 

"To the baths." Ludolf says firmly, perking up a bit at the company. "I'll just drop my gear off in my room and I'll see you in the corridor." He says as he turns to leave.

After finishing in his room he would meet Triäsa and possibly Daventry in the corridor making their way to what he understands is the changing area they passed earlier, hoping to find some kind of trunks before putting on his white robe and rejoining with Triäsa and possibly Daventry, trying to find his way to the baths.

Pardot and Ludolf -- You and your familiars explore the grounds. It turns out the compound is not too large. Besides the areas you have already visited your find an immaculately maintained garden through the west door of the lobby with the hot spring bath located just behind the building. You also come across a large tower with a single point of entry. Nearly completely obscured from sight by overgrown trees and shrubs your familiars note a crumbling stone structure not far from the bath house. (I will update the map when I can this evening)

Pardot -- You pay pay special attention to the employees of the Lily. You make note of four employees that are working the grounds. They all look somewhat similar to you. They have beautiful, golden skin from long days in the sun with blonde hair. They carry towels, deliver drinks and clean up after the guests who are milling about. Their behaviors seem strange, they don't talk to each other or any of the guests. They simply smile and nod as they carry out their basic tasks. At no point do they interact or travel with each other.

To be clear on the next portion --

• Ludolf was heading for a haircut and Triäsa was going to join? After the haircut would join Pardot in the bathhouse?
• Pardot will move to the bathhouse
• Klin is hanging out in a room with Fistandia
• What about Daventry?

Ludolf intends to go to the spa/baths with Triäsa and possibly Daventry and would likely get there before Pardot who would walk in the woods for about an hour first. Ludolfs haircut can wait.

(OOC - Triäsa was heading to the hot spring.  So if that is the same as the bathhouse, then yes on that part. She doesn't need to go with Ludolf if he's getting a haircut)

Got it. Let's wait and see what Dav wants to do and I will set the scenes.

Pardot -- would you look at any of these other two structures in more detail or would you be happy with your reconiscence and return after wondering for an hour?

(Dav, having just spent that morning doing stuff to her hair, will just follow Tri to the hot spring/bathhouse)

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Pardot -- would you look at any of these other two structures in more detail or would you be happy with your reconiscence and return after wondering for an hour?

 On his way to the bathhouse Pardot connects with his lovebird familiar and has it fly over the crumbling stone structure to see what more detail it can notice ((15)). Afterwards he heads to the baths for a soak. There, since he's still got about an hour on his familiar, he has the bird fly to a nearby tree to serenade them, as well as keep an eye out for anyone who may be observing them to know if he can speak freely or not.

Pardot takes his leave to explore the grounds as above while the three  of you head off to the changing rooms and the hot springs/bath (same thing). Behind the welcome desk you each find a semi-private changing room. Each cubicle is curtained and inside you find a robe and a sturdy wooden stool. There is also a heavy trunk with a lock that is open with the key in it. A sign in each room says,

"Please store all weapons and armor in the truck while bathing."

Assuming you all comply you find your way to the back of the Temple and the outdoor pool. The pool is a remarkable sight. This space boasts a floor of polished white marble surrounds a large central pool of steaming turquoise water in this large, open-air bath. Stone pillars stand along the outside wall, sculpted with relief carvings of Sune. Between the pillars, frosted windows diffuse the light from outside through the mist that hangs in the air. Steam rises from the water where you see one other person swimming. A handsome drow who smiles welcomingly at the ladies as they enter the water. There are two staff members walking the perimeter of the pool with towels. 

The is stunning, even Daventry who has spent her whole life at sea is amazed by the clarity and topaz coloration of the water. It appears to vary in depth from about 3 feet to 10 feet at the deepest.

As you take it all in the drow waves you over to join him. 

(Pardot is on fire...)

Your bird notices a few things about the structure. While it is clearly in a severe state of neglect with over grown trees and foliage the walls appear very solid. There is one entrance to the south. There are four windows which are opaque and no view inside can be made. The bird notes that the walls, door and windows are coated in a strange resin that is clearly not natural.

(I will get you into the bath after the others have a bit of time)