"It certainly is," Geoffrey agrees with a nod.

"Whatever you decide on, since the people were upset enough to drag a chain across the river and capture us, it's probably best if there is some publicly visible acknowledgement of their concerns," Geoffrey suggests. "Otherwise addressing the issue will do nothing to assuage them. A few of them seem...

"Probably not, my King," Geoffrey says, much more formally than when they were alone. "It has been brought to our attention that a discussion about activities of the sheriff here in London is needed."

"He's going to be annoyed. Possibly angry. During a time when money is supposed to be flowing to the crusade, spiking taxes for personal reasons is not a good look," he said, before seeking entry into Richard's office.

Geoffrey showed up, having his word to keep. He hoped Giles and Mandeville would show too. It would be far easier with their support.

"i agree with Earl Arundel. In the midst of a crusade, you would seek vengeance on a man doing gods good work? I could not support such an action and keep a clear conscience," Geoffrey states. He was no Crusading zealot, but he was a man that believed in the righteousness of god. D10 EA, Religion, T...

Geoffrey has no such disputes with leaving. He gets in the boat and boats on back to safety.

"And I shall personally guarantee you a hearing, whatever that varlet Longchamp might say," the Earl of Essex adds. "I think between us Lord Crehen and I have enough authority to gain that much." To this, Geoffrey adds his emphatic agreement. "On my honor I will do what I can to work with Earl Esse...

"I understand, tensions are high, you are being taken advantage of. But there are options now that you have gotten attention. But you should not consider continuing this path of anger an option. The sheriff will answer for his actions when he stands in judgement. But when you are judged for what you...

"So you are being overtaxed beyond what has been taxed before? Has this tax been in place for longer than the previous king sat on the throne? Or is this a new tax being levied by the sheriff with no prior warning?" He seemed legitimately curious, not meaning to come off as saying 'suck it up' but r...

Geoffrey is soaked through after being dragged out of the river by the mob. He coughs and sputters a bit... "Lord Mayor," he says in greeting, offering a nod to him and the important man at his side. Third... what third? That's just another of the angry crowd right? If the baker was important at all...

Geoffrey gets hit by the chain and fails to fight the current.

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D9 LM, swim, tn 5: 3#1d20 16 8 3
Fail

D9 LM, damage: 1d6 3

Geoffrey once again takes firm control of his oar. Seeing the immediate danger he raises the it then dips it sharply into the water with force enough to cause it to bend, getting a sharper turn from the boat.

D9 LM, 3 strength checks tn 10: 3#1d20 10 4 15
1 crit, 1 success, 1 fail

The Earl of Essex's boating skills are nowhere near the peerless artistry of de Redvers, but his people are also a people of rivers, and very familiar with the lower reaches of this river in particular. He manages the current excellently . (10 Glory) The knight of Essex pulls like a dog, carrying t...

"It's certainly an odd set of creatures doing very odd things. It doesn't make a whole lot of sense to me," Geoffrey says.

With the arrival, Geoffrey invites all to the table. As he chooses a seat between the two most important Ladies in his life, it puts William opposite him with Nichole and Constance on either side. There were greetings and dinner was served, fare that would be expected from the kitchens here. Nothing...

"Well, she's got a good sense," he says with a laugh. Guiding her back to her seat and moving one so that they can sit closer for their conversation.

"No, everything has been so quick. I need to find someone though," he replies shaking his head. "Any suggestions?" he asks, assuming she might have some since she brought it up.

Nodding, he moves to the guards and sends one for a priest to join them.

"Should we call for a doctor or a priest?
To provide more expert knowledge?" Geoffrey asks, curious if the man would be interested in either option.

He takes her hand and smiles. "Thanks for supporting me and helping seize the opportunity. I appreciate it."

Geoffrey was not the superstitious sort. Perhaps one day he would look back on today and wonder, but for today crazy dreams are just that. But he was also not one to downplay the concerns of others. His tone was calm and voice was soft. "Take care and calm down. Things are fine Chancellor. You are i...

With confirmation that it was a dream, Geoffrey lets the guards know they can step outside. He then peeks around the room looking for a cups wine so he can pour a bit for the Chancellor. "You gave us a fright, chancellor. You were shouting in terror in your sleep. We'll can come up with some explana...

"Well, they had two eligible and lovely daughters, one of whom fits quite well with my own temperament," he says with a smirk. "Nichole, I think you'll find, has a similar energetic nature to me. And now my proposed plan to you has been set. Earl Arundel has agreed to the proposed marriage with Nich...

"Are you alright Chancellor?" Geoffrey says as he approaches, but keeping his distance. Apparently the man had been screaming loudly in his sleep if what he was seeing was an indication of reality. He waves the guards to stay near the door to try and prevent further embarrassment that this incident...

He doesn't wait for the guards, moving to open the door. And if it's locked, moves to kick it open..

"Well, other than embarrassing myself in the melee, pretty great actually." He smiled warmly at Constance.

"How about yourself?"

"Please respond Chancellor, we need to know you're alright!" Geoffrey shouts from behind the guards once he gets near.

He uses a language that might be more familiar to invite a response. He knew that he tended to respond quicker to calls in his native tongue.

/scene?