The White Templars Re-Unite

As Clavel and Darrin sleep soundly and Valimar marvels at all that
has happened, there is a knock at the door.  Darrin comes quickly
awake, and is quick to open the door, stepping back when he sees
the red-haired Vanessa leading Methos, Craelan, CJ, Andrew and
Christian.

CJ and Christian both note that Clavel and his other squire are
sleeping in their room.

Darrin calls out, "Milord Blueheart.  Our companions are returned."

Clavel is up quickly and greets all with a smile. "All fine I gather.
Well met again. Succeed in selling our goods?" he asks, strapping dark
metal greaves round his shins.

"Hey Christian...they took our beds!" CJ chuckles a bit as he is happy to
see all of his new friends as they return.....

Darrin says softly, "Milord Valimar this is Milord CJ."

Even as the youth introduces the two men, a new figure steps up to the
doorway.  An imposing man in his early thirties, with firm jaw and ice
blue eyes.  He is a inches taller than Clavel even and Darrin is quick
to introduce him.  "This is Lord Bloodhelm.  He is the High Sword of
Tempus here in Waterdeep.  These are Lord Blueheart's travelling companions,"
he adds as Vanessa is quick to bow deeply to her Lord.

"It's a pleasure to meet all of you," Bloodhelm says with a smile.  "My
affairs went well, Blueheart.  Will your companions be joining us for
tonight's ceremony.  All our welcome."

Clavel stands, nodding in greeting, "Milord. 'Tis good to hear all's
well." He then looks at his friends for an answer. "Would ye like to
join us tonight?"

"Tis a pleasure for us to join you tonight."  Methos responses to Clavel.
"I would not miss this for the world," he adds as he eyes Vanessa, and
her finely scupted body, the long curves...

Clavel nods with a smile and notices Methos's gaze. His eyes follow, but
he, unlike the elf, peers into Vanessa's eyes. He gives her a small
smile.

CJ stands firm letting Clavel know his true feelings of this ceremony.....
        "In no disrespect to your God Clavel and Bloodhelm, I disapprove of
the ways of showing thy God how we worship him.....but for Christian and
Miss. Vanessa here.....I would be honored in joining you all in watching
this ceremony."
        He looks upon the two who seem to be just children.....supporting
them but knowing how he truly feels of such brutality and the death of such
a sweet beautiful young woman......

Clavel observes the warrior quietly for a few moments, then speaks to
him softly, "The truest, most faithful followers of Tempus art willing
to sacrifice their lives, CJ. Ultimately, 'tis their own decision to
make, and I would defend it with mine own life. But those that -art-
True... pass on to Tempus's realm... on to the next, more blissful stage
of... Life, after Life. Something worth the sacrifice... if 'sacrifice'
is what ye call it. I'd refer to it, more as a priviledge and a God's
gift, speeding one's journey to the Paradise that awaits." He smiles,
his countenance at ease and peaceful.

Darrin bows his head thoughtfully at his mentor's words, while Lord
Bloodhelm nods in affirmation a pleasant smile on his features.

"And is of that Lord....why I hold the highest respect for you and what you
beleive in. I am very honored in being there....and do understand your
feelings....everyone who follows Tempus. Thus...If I did not...I wouldn't be
joing you all as your friend in this ceremony tonight." placing his hand on
Clavels shoulder letting him know that he will be there to support the
two.....CJ remembers his past...a past he never has known but believes that
is out there.........just something he dreams about.....

Turik clears his throat and says softly to everyone, "There is no need to
fret over tonight's ceremony anyhow.  Tonight we just welcome all of our
new warriors to our ranks, such as Christian and Darrin.  No one has ever
come to harm in this ceremony, though...," he catches Methos' eye, "there
is blood to be spilled.  We share a drop from each of us into a glass of
red wine, those that sponsor, guide and those who are new to our ranks.
As we would give our life for each other in battle, so we share that force
of life that is in each of us.  It is a highly symbolic offering to each
other and helps to create a strong unity between old and the very new."

Clavel nods solemnly in agreement.

CJ stands and listens.....shaking his head...thinking....."Hmmmmmmmm.."

Turik continues, "After the ceremony, there will be a banquet set up in
the Hall up above the temple proper.  It is a large area, and even those
who can not attend the ceremony, will be there afterwards to congratulate
and meet all of our new brothers.  And there will be plenty of food," he
winks at Darrin and Christian as both young men grin at each other.
"I look forward to seeing all of you later."  He nods farewell and is
quickly gone back to his duties.

Darrin quickly says, "I hope you will all come.  I have waited a long time
to be something more than a merchant, and... I am happy to become a warrior,
and a squire to Lord Blueheart.  What occurs in two days time, we will find
out in two days," he adds softly, catching the Lady Vanessa's eyes.

"Very true, Darrin," Vanessa responds.  "Well, I will leave you to yourselves.
I would like to spend some time in prayer, for I would like to come to tonight's
ceremony as well.  I had a pleasant day, gentlemen, and look forward to your 
company tonight."  She nods to each of you and departs down the hallway towards
a small chapel at the back of the building.