In a peculiar bit of improv, Ambrose hoists the crook of his cane to eye level and shares some brief remarks with the figural snake head that acts as the handle.
Ambrose: "Yes, women can be troublesome things. You'd know better than anyone.
He lowers his cane to the floor then runs a longing hand across the wrapped box of chocolates.
The box of chocolates is gift wrapped in white paper with a silver floral design. An ivory ribbon holds the box shut with a single white rose serving as the seal. As it has all of the same trappings as Ambrose's attire and mobile abode, it wouldn't be too much of a stretch to assume this box was custom made just for him.
It is his birthday after all.
A. Open the box.
B. Keep it sealed, but take it anyway.
C. "On second thought, stealing is wrong. I'm a good person and wouldn't want to hurt Ambrose's feelings."
As the box hits the floor, its lid is ejected into the air. A dilapidated miniature carousel pops up from the box's confines and begins a stuttered rotation. Fragments of a broken melody spill from the miniature ride as its riders revolve around the hub...an assortment of winged pixies coated in white chocolate dangle from strands of floss in a mockery of flight. Every last detail of their final moments are preserved under a thin milky glaze.
The pixies' chocolate covering is so velvety smooth it practically melts in one's mouth. Their sweet but slightly salty skin tastes of innocence lost. The crunch of their brittle bones and sinew is unnerving at first, but that feeling can easily be allayed by comparing it to eating a thin pretzel. Last of all in the very center is a small yet potent burst of fae blood. A forbidden sweetness coats the entirety of the taster's tongue and palate, one that is sure to linger for some time.
And despite having feasted on what was once an adorable diminutive mischief maker, one can't help but feel a peculiar giddiness after doing it.
It's a good thing Aurora isn't around to see this.
Besides Squad Obsidian, there is no one else currently inhabiting the mobile townhouse apartment (their Alabaster counterparts have already left). Considering the facility's lavish amenities, it is somewhat surprising that it has no servants on staff.
Squad Obsidian leave the mobile townhouse which looks like little more than a horse drawn carriage from the outside. The vehicle has been parked in a common lot with some space separating it from the conveyances owned by the rest of the bazaar's patrons. From across the street, it isn't too difficult to discern the "less reputable" stretch of the bazaar from the rest and it's even easier to locate a quintet of patrons all dressed in brilliantly white attire who currently inhabit it. Squad Alabaster have already set up a perimeter around Butcher of the Horde's Carnarium. The imposing ogre standing behind the counter buries a cleaver into his wooden carving block as Mildred approaches him. As promised, she is taking point while Ambrose "supervises".
Butcher: "Looking for some cat? I stopped stocking that years ago. Hasn't been too good a seller in these parts. Now, if you're in the market for some fine imported yeti steaks, I'm your guy."
Mildred: "No, we are looking for a missing cat. A...pet cat."
Butcher: "You had anything to eat today, Miss? Looking kind of pale if you ask me."
Mildred: "...I'm fine."
As Mildred converses with the butcher, Mortar Butler and Poultice Maid are practically crawling on their hands and knees looking for clues. Ambrose's disinterest in the proceedings is apparent even behind his ivory mask. He gives his subordinates a few mandatory glances before diverting his attention towards whatever the neighboring curio shop is selling.
George noticeably shifts his eyes when Ambrose leaves his watch. As his squadmates continue to toil he slinks over to Pikachu.
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Ambrose: "Well then, let's get down to recovering that rotund feline and ending this farce. Mildred, I trust you will be taking point?"
Mildred: "...Of course."
Ambrose gently caresses Mildred's cheek with his free hand. Her face is clearly marked with tension.
Ambrose: "Would it kill you to smile, dear? After all, you are on the cusp of greatness."
Mildred casually brushes her captain's hand aside before leaving the dining room.
Ambrose: "Or not."
Ambrose: "Yes, women can be troublesome things. You'd know better than anyone.
He lowers his cane to the floor then runs a longing hand across the wrapped box of chocolates.
"I'm saving you for later."
*exits through the front door*
It is his birthday after all.
A. Open the box.
B. Keep it sealed, but take it anyway.
C. "On second thought, stealing is wrong. I'm a good person and wouldn't want to hurt Ambrose's feelings."
D. None of the above.
A. "Yum yum."
B. "What the..."
C. Leave it where it lies.
D. None of the above.
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And despite having feasted on what was once an adorable diminutive mischief maker, one can't help but feel a peculiar giddiness after doing it.
A. Leave for the crime scene.
B. Eat more pixies.
C. Eat ALL of the pixies!
D. None of the above.
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" now where is another box, a cup of coffee, a fine example of modern literature, and some one to share these treats with?"
*silence*
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Mildred: "No, we are looking for a missing cat. A...pet cat."
Butcher: "You had anything to eat today, Miss? Looking kind of pale if you ask me."
Mildred: "...I'm fine."
As Mildred converses with the butcher, Mortar Butler and Poultice Maid are practically crawling on their hands and knees looking for clues. Ambrose's disinterest in the proceedings is apparent even behind his ivory mask. He gives his subordinates a few mandatory glances before diverting his attention towards whatever the neighboring curio shop is selling.
George noticeably shifts his eyes when Ambrose leaves his watch. As his squadmates continue to toil he slinks over to Pikachu.
George: "Pssst. Say, guy? Mind doing me a favor?"
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