[And he will take that bonus muffin as soon as he finishes with the first. Free food was the best kind, and while it wouldn't provide much of a burst of energy, it would help keep him a bit more awake.
And the Ascian would share; he could tell at a glance there was enough for the household.]
The fabled Garlean hospitality.... [A dry tone, and he affects a politely regretful look.] 'Tis fortunate that you managed to survive it.
[Had she been caught up in the capture of someone more valuable, he wondered. Emet-Selch doubted the empire would've targeted a lone accountant, no matter how crafty she was.]
I wouldn't say the empire is wholly bereft of joy, but I wouldn't describe it as pleasant place for most- particularly those with origins outside of Garlemald. While lives did improve with magitek, and more time could be spent on developing the arts- one thing that Solus did encourage, particularly theatrical performances- priorities have always been favoring the military. You could say it's our greatest export.
[An even drier tone, accompanied by a sigh and a faint shake of his head.]
And with Varis now emperor, most artistic endeavors have been suppressed. While Solus did allow critiques of government to be expressed in such a way... his grandson is not quite so lenient.
[Partially to discourage dissension through artistic protest, but mostly to spite the memory of his grandsire, the Ascian was certain. What a petty man.]
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And the Ascian would share; he could tell at a glance there was enough for the household.]
The fabled Garlean hospitality.... [A dry tone, and he affects a politely regretful look.] 'Tis fortunate that you managed to survive it.
[Had she been caught up in the capture of someone more valuable, he wondered. Emet-Selch doubted the empire would've targeted a lone accountant, no matter how crafty she was.]
I wouldn't say the empire is wholly bereft of joy, but I wouldn't describe it as pleasant place for most- particularly those with origins outside of Garlemald. While lives did improve with magitek, and more time could be spent on developing the arts- one thing that Solus did encourage, particularly theatrical performances- priorities have always been favoring the military. You could say it's our greatest export.
[An even drier tone, accompanied by a sigh and a faint shake of his head.]
And with Varis now emperor, most artistic endeavors have been suppressed. While Solus did allow critiques of government to be expressed in such a way... his grandson is not quite so lenient.
[Partially to discourage dissension through artistic protest, but mostly to spite the memory of his grandsire, the Ascian was certain. What a petty man.]