Saint Roch's Chapel 1401

Isaac enters and looks all around for any sign if danger. His usual friendly smile is replaced by a look of concern for Kristophe. He looks expectantly at Henry after Ilza speak.

"Where did you find him? Was it here? Will he be OK?"

Isaac looks quite relieved that Kristophe is alright.
"I would be more than happy to help with a curse if my aid is needed. I am also concerned about whoever did this to you Kristophe. Did you see them?"

"Hmmmm. While not the sort of thing I WOULD do all of those occurrences are things I COULD do without the workers seeing me given my ability to walk unseen. Could this be one of our kind who has reasons to keep the workers out of that area?"

"If it is one of our kind do we have a way to reach out to them? Maybe we can smooth things over between them and the workers somehow without revealing our secrets to the workers. At the very least if this is one of ours I would at least expect them to apologize for what they did to you and if possible return the missing worker."

"If we think maybe it is nosferatu in the sewers we could maybe ask The Marshal if he knows if any of his clan are there. Or we could ask The Keeper since I assume they would have had to announce themselves and be acknowledged upon arrival as we did."

"Thats a good point. Its probably for the best if we search this put then. Perhaps we should mention it to the Marshal in general since this may fall under his duties. Maybe we can ask if anyone else wants to join us as well such as Enki and his guards. I can ask my dear friend Maurice as well. I'm sure he would be glad to help."

"I would be happy to accompany you Henry. Whatever I can do to be helpful I will gladly do."

"Hi everyone!we brought some more friends! I had a question I meant to ask actually! How can you tell some of the wounds were from a magic weapon?"

"Well do we feel like this is something that needs to be dealt with tonight or can we take a night or two for Kristophe to heal and all of us to prepare and then go?"

The building Enki and the others reached is far enough from the city centre, such as it is, that there are few prying eyes about, especially at night. Aserymus muses that it is not unlike others he has seen in his journey north, though he also notes the lack of windows and obvious religious iconography. In truth, he was none too fond of some of the more...inflexible aspects of the northern temples, and their religion seemed downright counter-intuitive. All the focus on punishments for bad behaviour, while the rewards for good were few and far between. But, strange lands beget strange Gods and strange people, he thinks to himself.

Following the others inside, he decides to remain apart and simply observe the dealings between the others, listening unobtrusively. Having little medical knowledge, other than the most basic mending of cuts from battle, this is the realm of healers and physicians. Let them tend to the wounded. He would be adding to their number soon enough.

"We should gather lanterns as they are safer than torches. MAYBE some rope in case we run into some pits or anything like that. Is there some place in town that might have maps of the old sewers or the plans they were made from? Maybe someone who has access to the library could see if there are older accounts of similar events in the sewers? Those who are warriors of course can gather their arms. Oh and everyone make sure you have boots that don't have any holes but you arent fond of. Anything else anyone can think of for potential preparation?"

" i think someone suggested nosferatu as they are the only known group who would have a reason to keep people out of the sewers and also easily be able to sneak up on someone. You are right though we shouldn't let that assumption blind us to other possibilities. I'm going to the library to research if there have ever been similar devilry in the sewers. Maurice if you dont mind please stay with Kristophe and help keep him safe at least until he can get a replacement bodyguard."Maurice speaks up " Oh aye Isaac. Glad to do it. Any friends of Isaac are friends of mine I always say!"
Maurice goes over to Kristophe.
"Pleased to meet you yer lordship. Don't ye worry sir I won't let you down!"

Aserymus reads the note, and the tucks it into his tunic. Time enough to follow up on that later. For now, it seems the chance to test his mettle against whatever was worrying the less-battle-oriented Cainites would have to wait one more day. No matter. Be it man or beast, it would fall just the same.

Speaking to no one in particular, but loud enough that any in the room could hear, he addresses the Abbey. "If no hunt is happening tonight, I have other duties to attend to. I will return tomorrow, and kill the beast then. May the Gods' hands guide your path until then." And without another word, the Lion of Tunis turns and departs the building, leaving the physicians and wounded in each other's company.

"I can't say anyone I know in particular has died recently but there are funerals pretty frequently here in Amsterdam yer lordship. It shouldn't be too hard to find a recent one if we look around a bit."

Godfrey wanders in to the church and makes his way up to Henry, who seems to be buried in a book.

'Good evening dear friend. How be you this fair night? Have you time to chat?'

Godfrey smiles and sits in a pew.

Striding into the Chapel, Aserymus barely pauses long enough to ensure the doors are open enough for another to walk through before continuing inside at a brisk pace. Looking around, he seeks out the nearest healer and approaches with purpose.

"I have need of a physician to see to a man's wounds. And under the circumstances, it would be best if he were kept somewhat secluded from anyone else. I believe you will understand once you see the nature of his injuries."

Motioning towards the doors and outside where Finn and the dockworker had been on their trip from the sewers, the Lion awaited the arrival of the unfortunate near-victim.

Aserymus motions towards Henry, and speaks quickly. "Unfortunately I must depart, as I have important matters to attend to. Matters than concern more than this man, and must be dealt with." He raises the impromptu bag containing the heads of the two Wights, and as he turns towards the exit again, he pauses before speaking to Henry.

"Also, I made sure the guards we encountered believed that he had been attacked by victims of a rare form of Leprosy, one that affected the mind as well as body and turned men into ravenous beasts. It might do well to reiterate this story, when the man wakes again."

With the matter concluded, and the dock worker in as good hands as he could expect under the circumstances, the warrior set off from the Abbey, leaving the place of healing behind him.

Godfrey sits there taking it all in. Crosses his legs and leans back while stroking his beard. He then stands up and begins towards the exit.

'Meet me at my home for.we have much to discuss henri.'

He then exits.

Isaac enters the chapel and begins looking around for Henry.

"Hello Henry its wonderful to see you as well. I just wanted to drop in and let you know that the Prince is hosting a soiree in two weeks and attendance is mandatory."

"The Prince seems pretty reasonable so far. From what I gather it is unusual she was so willing to acknowledge a caitiff like me without any questions or discrimination. I mostly am just here to let you know since Gwynne was one of those tasked with letting people know I am helping her out. I have some other stops to make but if you could let anyone else you have contact with know I'm sure Gwynne would appreciate it. Before I go how are you? "

"I enjoy our chats too Henry and am glad to have such good friends in my new life. "

Godfrey walks in and sits next to Henry and crosses his legs, and rest his hands on his knee.

'How does this evening fare you?'

Gwynne enters the chapel, taking in her new surroundings cautiously from the entryway, as if expecting a group of formori to jump out at any minute. She closes the door and begins to look around for Henry.

Gwynne follows Henry to the back room.

Isaac speaks up while walking towards that room. "Henry are you well? Sophie mentioned you had been injured."

"Oh Henry....I'm sorry that happened to you. Hopefully we can find some way to end the fomori threat. Is there anything that can be done to help you heal?"

"Of course!let's go someplace more private."