Do not mistake civility for weakness.

Alistair Beauclaire, leader of Iron Run, and water elf.

[mctallycan]

Tales of the Lost Selkie

      “We need to get the kids off to something else before any of them see this.”

[alistairbeauclaire]

“Call Shannon and Breha to take the kids. Odell or Seth can bring Zelda home, and get every enforcer and scout here.” Alistair knelt near Cass’s head, brushing the blood caked hair from her face. He’d known her for 30 years. A selkie who’d sought refuge after her pelt was stolen. A hunt was sent after the mortal. It took a week and he finally got her skin back for her. Alistair forced himself to stare at her body letting the guilt slowly suffocate him.

“Close down Nightmares of the Port, and have everyone move to the main house.”

[alistairbeauclaire]

@ Nightmares of the Port

[alistairbeauclaire]

mctallycan‌:

    “Of course, I’ll let you know when I get back.”

“Thank you.”

[alistairbeauclaire]

@ Nightmares of the Port

[alistairbeauclaire]

lizziebeauclaire‌:

‘‘Being mysterious again dad?

Alistair wrapped an arm around Lizzie’s shoulder and pulled her into a side hug. “I thought it would be spooky.”

[alistairbeauclaire]

@ Nightmares of the Port

[alistairbeauclaire]

mctallycan‌:

    “I’m sure it will be just as packed as it is now.”

“See if the other performers would mind when you’re down there.”

[alistairbeauclaire]

@ Nightmares of the Port

[alistairbeauclaire]

mctallycan‌:

    “It might be, but I think it’ll still be fairly fun. It’ll be a nice change of pace to focusing on the kids’ event.”

“That it will. I’m thinking of opening up an additional time slot the last weekend too.”

[alistairbeauclaire]

@ Nightmares of the Port

[alistairbeauclaire]

mctallycan‌:

     “Of course, I’m looking forward to seeing how everything was done.”

“The affect might be ruined if you catch anyone’s face, but I hope you get something out of it.”

[alistairbeauclaire]

@ Nightmares of the Port

[alistairbeauclaire]

lizziebeauclaire‌:

‘‘Yeah sure! Maybe I’m going to the fright nights, but I’m not sure yet. Where will you be?’‘

“Here and there.”

[alistairbeauclaire]

@ Nightmares of the Port

[alistairbeauclaire]

sirensongheart‌:

“I will be sure to let you know if there should be any adjustments.”

“I’m sure I don’t need to remind you, but no feeding. For anyone.”

[alistairbeauclaire]

@ Nightmares of the Port

[alistairbeauclaire]

lizziebeauclaire‌:

‘‘Yeah, but you managed to arrange it Dad. If you need any help, just let me know! I’m happy to help you out.’‘

“Maybe a ticket seller? What are your plans this weekend?”

[alistairbeauclaire]

@ Nightmares of the Port

[alistairbeauclaire]

lizziebeauclaire‌:

‘‘It already looks great dad! You really outdid yourself this year.’’

“Thanks sweetheart. Though it’s the sirens who really came through this year.”

[alistairbeauclaire]

@ Nightmares of the Port

“You’ll have to tell what you think when you get back.”

[alistairbeauclaire]

lizziebeauclaire‌:

‘‘Why do you think so bad about him? You’ve never met him!’‘

“He’s an unknown. He has no loyalty to either of us. I can’t ensure he won’t hurt you.”

[alistairbeauclaire]

lizziebeauclaire‌:

‘‘I do know him! Dad… I’m still here alive and well, he wouldn’t hurt me.’‘

“You went on one date and think you know him? You have no idea what he might do.”

[alistairbeauclaire]

lizziebeauclaire‌:

‘‘So what? I’ve had a nice time.’‘

“You know nothing about him. This town isn’t safe for humans, you know that!”

[brehabasu]

@ the iron run house

[alistairbeauclaire]

brehabasu‌:

    “Always.” 

“I’ll get the lime.”

[alistairbeauclaire]

lizziebeauclaire‌:

‘‘I had a date and it was quite a nice date, but then I come home and Otto tells me this.’‘

“But you knew he wasn’t in Iron Run.”

[brehabasu]

@ the iron run house

[alistairbeauclaire]

brehabasu‌:

   “It was a really bad double shift.”

“You got an extra glass?”