Some men are men of many words. You aren't the first I've had in my office.
[Lyle appears to be unruffled and perhaps a touch amused. It's difficult to tell. His body language remains relatively relaxed and there's nothing hostile or combative in his eyes.]
From your words, it appears you are a man well traveled in Thorne. I know you've spent time here. I'm sure you've noticed that we are not like the rest of this land. We have our own law enforcement, we have our own school of magic, our own healers, we have a robust industry and make our own goods. There are many skilled artisans in Nott, but their attention is turned not to works of art but of function. Because while we could, at any time, petition the crown or our fellow cities for guards, for professionals, for masters of craft, we choose not to. An important aspect of our perspective and situation, as you say.
[His tone is without offense and he speaks factually. His body language remains the same. There's no indication he's bothered or insulted by anything Rhy has suggested.]
There is little need for educators here, we may not have universities or a number of institutes of higher learning but that is not our way. Education in any specialty or field is individual, an apprentice learns from a master. And we have no interest in help from another city. I assure you there are reasons for that beyond pride. Your people, however. They're a different story.
[Lyle leans forward with his hands folded on the desk. It's not in intimidation. There's a sort of knowing look to his eyes now. He speaks to Rhy as one figure of authority to another.]
Your people are very like my people. Caught as pawns in politics they wish nothing to do with, seen as a resource by our royal leaders and their court. So yes, we will accept your help and the help of your people. At the moment, I believe you're right, hospital facilities and medical expansion are a priority. I know your people have knowledge and skills that we do not, and we would be open to learning what you have to teach us to better help our citizens.
I can coordinate with Lord Giles Weson, our Lord of Health, and determine what he has and what he needs. We can provide physical labor to your projects, I can tell you that now. I'm sure you've noticed we have plenty of citizens with nothing to do....hmm. Thinking on it, yes, I believe you could be very good for our efforts here. Let me speak with Weson, I've an idea. In the meantime, I recommend you visit our hospitals and our places of healing. Get a feel for our way and our healers so to speak. It may help you determine what areas and aspects you might offer the most improvement to.
[A small smile - something not often offered by Lyle Vela.]
We lake folk may be set in our ways, but there is always room for improvement.
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[Lyle appears to be unruffled and perhaps a touch amused. It's difficult to tell. His body language remains relatively relaxed and there's nothing hostile or combative in his eyes.]
From your words, it appears you are a man well traveled in Thorne. I know you've spent time here. I'm sure you've noticed that we are not like the rest of this land. We have our own law enforcement, we have our own school of magic, our own healers, we have a robust industry and make our own goods. There are many skilled artisans in Nott, but their attention is turned not to works of art but of function. Because while we could, at any time, petition the crown or our fellow cities for guards, for professionals, for masters of craft, we choose not to. An important aspect of our perspective and situation, as you say.
[His tone is without offense and he speaks factually. His body language remains the same. There's no indication he's bothered or insulted by anything Rhy has suggested.]
There is little need for educators here, we may not have universities or a number of institutes of higher learning but that is not our way. Education in any specialty or field is individual, an apprentice learns from a master. And we have no interest in help from another city. I assure you there are reasons for that beyond pride. Your people, however. They're a different story.
[Lyle leans forward with his hands folded on the desk. It's not in intimidation. There's a sort of knowing look to his eyes now. He speaks to Rhy as one figure of authority to another.]
Your people are very like my people. Caught as pawns in politics they wish nothing to do with, seen as a resource by our royal leaders and their court. So yes, we will accept your help and the help of your people. At the moment, I believe you're right, hospital facilities and medical expansion are a priority. I know your people have knowledge and skills that we do not, and we would be open to learning what you have to teach us to better help our citizens.
I can coordinate with Lord Giles Weson, our Lord of Health, and determine what he has and what he needs. We can provide physical labor to your projects, I can tell you that now. I'm sure you've noticed we have plenty of citizens with nothing to do....hmm. Thinking on it, yes, I believe you could be very good for our efforts here. Let me speak with Weson, I've an idea. In the meantime, I recommend you visit our hospitals and our places of healing. Get a feel for our way and our healers so to speak. It may help you determine what areas and aspects you might offer the most improvement to.
[A small smile - something not often offered by Lyle Vela.]
We lake folk may be set in our ways, but there is always room for improvement.