- Kassandra: You know there's nowhere else I'd rather be.
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*'''Kassandra:''' ''You know there's nowhere else I'd rather be.'' | *'''Kassandra:''' ''You know there's nowhere else I'd rather be.'' | ||
|-|I have drachmae to make.= | |-|I have drachmae to make.= | ||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''Drachmae doesn't earn itself, Darius. Natakas has things under control here.'' | |||
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*'''Darius:''' ''Adventure calls to people like us. For so long, my purpose was Persia. She was all I could see. But a parent's duty is not to their ambition. It's to their family, Kassandra.'' | *'''Darius:''' ''Adventure calls to people like us. For so long, my purpose was Persia. She was all I could see. But a parent's duty is not to their ambition. It's to their family, Kassandra.'' | ||
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|-|This is not my home.= | |-|This is not my home.= | ||
Kassandra turned to lead them up the beach. | |||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''This is Elpidios' home, and I'm glad you're here for him, Natakas. My duty is still to this bloodline, and I couldn't have secured it without you.'' | |||
|-|Flirt – It's hard being away from my loves.= | |-|Flirt – It's hard being away from my loves.= | ||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''I've missed you, my love. Both of you.'' | *'''Kassandra:''' ''I've missed you, my love. Both of you.'' | ||
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*'''Natakas:''' ''We figured it was time for a little family gathering.'' | *'''Natakas:''' ''We figured it was time for a little family gathering.'' | ||
Darius appeared. | Darius appeared. | ||
*'''Darius:''' ''And it's not a family gathering without a great feast!'' | *'''Darius:''' ''And it's not a family gathering without a great feast! Elpidios and I will prepare the boar, won't we?'' | ||
Darius took Elpidios from Natakas. | |||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''Boar. That takes me back.'' | |||
*'''Natakas:''' ''Kassandra and I will go look for some shellfish.'' | |||
*'''Darius:''' ''We'll have the fire ready by the cliff.'' | |||
*'''Natakas:''' ''See you later, little warrior.'' | |||
[ | Darius left with Elpidios. Kassandra and Natakas mounted nearby horses and traveled east to the shellfish traps. | ||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''Darius seems happier with Elpidios around.'' | |||
*'''Natakas:''' ''Grandchildren have a mysterious effect on people. But I'm surprised you can tell behind all that beard.'' | |||
As they traveled, Kassandra pondered her son's future. | |||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''What do you think Elpidios will be when he grows up?'' | |||
*'''Natakas:''' ''You mean, will he join the family business and spend his days ''misthios''-ing across the Greek world?'' | |||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''It's not a bad life! I've got a boat. A [[Adrestia|ship]], even.'' | |||
They reached the riverbank with the shellfish traps. | |||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''This is a nice quiet spot.'' | |||
*'''Natakas:''' ''The pools are the perfect size for Elpidios.'' | |||
Kassandra collected some of the shellfish. | |||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''Been a while since I had shellfish.'' | |||
She collected more. | |||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''So, do you think Elpidios looks more like me or like you?'' | |||
*'''Natakas:''' ''He's good looking, so... Me. Definitely me.'' | |||
Natakas laughed, and Kassandra ignored him. She collected another couple helpings of shellfish. | |||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''These should do for our feast.'' | |||
*'''Natakas:''' ''You might have left some for everyone else.'' | |||
Natakas laughed. | |||
*'''Natakas:''' ''Let's head back to the cliff before father returns. There's something I wanted to show you.'' | |||
Natakas led Kassandra in the direction of the cliff. | |||
*'''Natakas:''' ''The cliff is this way.'' | |||
They reached the cliff, and Kassandra turned to Natakas. | |||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''You said you had something to show me?'' | |||
*'''Natakas:''' ''I brought you here to show you this.'' | |||
He presented a figurine. | |||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''This looks like a charm of some sort.'' | |||
*'''Natakas:''' ''My mother gave it to me when I was a child. "This will keep you safe. May it see you through any storm."'' | |||
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|-|Your mother was wise.= | |||
|-|I don't believe in superstition.= | |||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''You're safe because you're strong. Your ''mater'' would be proud of who you've become.'' | |||
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Natakas closed his eyes with a contemplative smile on his face. | |||
*'''Natakas:''' ''But now... I don't need it anymore.'' | |||
He lobbed the charm into the sea. | |||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''Natakas—'' | |||
They exchanged glances, and Kassandra understood his meaning. | |||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''I can't promise I'll always be here, but... I'll do my best.'' | |||
*'''Natakas:''' ''And I'll do mine.'' | |||
They heard Elpidios crying nearby and getting closer. | |||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''Here he comes! Here comes my big man!'' | |||
Darius carried Elpidios towards them. | |||
*'''Darius:''' ''Elpidios is hungry.'' | |||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''Well he's had a big day out with his grand''pater'' Darius.'' | |||
Kassandra took hold of Elpidios and stared lovingly at him. | |||
Night came, and the four shared a meal under the stars. Natakas wished to put Elpidios to bed, taking him from Darius. | |||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''Come on, Natakas—Elpidios can stay up a little later.'' | |||
*'''Natakas:''' ''He needs his rest. He's had too much fun today.'' | |||
*'''Darius:''' ''I should come with you—'' | |||
*'''Natakas:''' ''We'll be fine. Say "bye bye," Elpidios!'' | |||
Elpidios gurgled. | |||
*'''Natakas:''' ''Close enough!'' | |||
The three of them laughed. Natakas and Elpidios left for home. Darius and Kassandra returned to the campfire and sat down. <br> | |||
(Asked "How are you enjoying this quiet time?") | |||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''Do you miss the excitement of living on the road, or do you enjoy the quiet life?'' | |||
*'''Darius:''' ''It's too quiet.'' | |||
Kassandra laughed, and Darius briefly smirked. | |||
*'''Darius:''' ''I'm used to... the growls of stalking wolves, blades being unsheathed in the darkness... Dyme is just too quiet.'' | |||
(Asked "What's it like being a grand''pater?'') | |||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''Enjoying being a grand''pater''?'' | |||
*'''Darius:''' ''Children are wonderful... But to love so deeply is terrifying.'' | |||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''Don't spoil him too much.'' | |||
*'''Darius:''' ''Too late.'' | |||
(Chose "Life is good.") | |||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''This is it, Darius. A simple life.'' | |||
Darius did not answer, but closed his eyes pensively. As Kassandra's gaze drifted into the distance, she spotted something suspicious coming from the direction of Dyme. She rose to her feet and realized there was smoke coming from the village. | |||
*'''Kassandra:''' ''Darius!'' | |||
Darius opened his eyes and stood next to her to observe the smoke. A feeling of dread came over the both of them. | |||
*'''Darius:''' ''Get to the village. Now. Go!'' | |||
As Kassandra made for the village and the feeling of dread swelled within her, her thoughts turned only to her son. | |||
*'''Kassandra:''' Elpidios! | |||
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The Simple Life was a virtual representation of one of Kassandra's genetic memories, relived by Layla Hassan through the Portable Animus HR-8.5.
Kassandra returned to Dyme to play hide and seek with Natakas and Elpidios and prepare a family feast.
Having returned to work after some time to start a family, Kassandra received a letter from Darius.
Kassandra,
We have both committed to keep secret our new home and lives, but we must do more than just survive. Boars have been sighted recently rummaging for food in Dyme, and the villagers could use a misthios to help eradicate them.
Return back home when you are done. I have a celebration with Natakas and Elpidios.
Kassandra made her way back home to Dyme and met Darius overlooking the hill, as was his vigil.
Darius placed his hands on his hips, disappointed in her lack of attempt.
Darius nodded, then turned back to lean forward on the guardrail.
Kassandra considered his words, then sighed. Darius walked back towards the front yard.
Darius smiled and took the opportunity to play a joke on Kassandra. He turned around feigning worry.
Kassandra stepped forward, shaking her head and spreading her arms in disbelief.
Darius dropped the ruse and chuckled. Kassandra raised an eyebrow, then rolled her eyes. She realized what Elpidios missing really meant.
(Asked "How are Natakas and Elpidios?")
(Asked "What are the Order doing now?")
(Chose "Let's find Elpidios.")
Kassandra chuckled.
The two walked across the front yard.
Darius took off down the hill like an ibex.
Kassandra laughed as they continued to run towards a mineshaft. They descended the scaffolding into the caves below.
The cave opened right onto Elpidios' favorite beach.
Elpidios' giggle could be heard amidst the shipwrecks.
She inspected the giant water jars.
She inspected the disturbed pebbles near the tent on the beach.
Elpidios squirmed nearby.
She inspected the shipwreck with the large model boat outside the opening in the hull.
Kassandra continued to stalk around the beach while Natakas and Elpidios hid behind the shipwreck. Eventually, Kassandra pounced in front of them with her hands high in the air.
Kassandra turned to lead them up the beach.
(Asked "How are you, Elpidios?")
Elpidios cooed.
Elpidios cooed some more.
Natakas laughed.
(Asked "How are you, Natakas?")
Elpidios cooed and Natakas looked down at him.
(Chose "The note mentioned a celebration.")
Darius appeared.
Darius took Elpidios from Natakas.
Darius left with Elpidios. Kassandra and Natakas mounted nearby horses and traveled east to the shellfish traps.
As they traveled, Kassandra pondered her son's future.
They reached the riverbank with the shellfish traps.
Kassandra collected some of the shellfish.
She collected more.
Natakas laughed, and Kassandra ignored him. She collected another couple helpings of shellfish.
Natakas laughed.
Natakas led Kassandra in the direction of the cliff.
They reached the cliff, and Kassandra turned to Natakas.
He presented a figurine.
Natakas closed his eyes with a contemplative smile on his face.
He lobbed the charm into the sea.
They exchanged glances, and Kassandra understood his meaning.
They heard Elpidios crying nearby and getting closer.
Darius carried Elpidios towards them.
Kassandra took hold of Elpidios and stared lovingly at him.
Night came, and the four shared a meal under the stars. Natakas wished to put Elpidios to bed, taking him from Darius.
Elpidios gurgled.
The three of them laughed. Natakas and Elpidios left for home. Darius and Kassandra returned to the campfire and sat down.
(Asked "How are you enjoying this quiet time?")
Kassandra laughed, and Darius briefly smirked.
(Asked "What's it like being a grandpater?)
(Chose "Life is good.")
Darius did not answer, but closed his eyes pensively. As Kassandra's gaze drifted into the distance, she spotted something suspicious coming from the direction of Dyme. She rose to her feet and realized there was smoke coming from the village.
Darius opened his eyes and stood next to her to observe the smoke. A feeling of dread came over the both of them.
As Kassandra made for the village and the feeling of dread swelled within her, her thoughts turned only to her son.