So what can this Ace do for you?

My name's James Zdeich and I, my dear, am the Head Ace of this delightful town. So you need something, you come to me. I'm set it all up, nice and easy. It does have a price though. [Character from the Group RPG 'Wonderlust' - see wonderlust-rpg.tumblr.com]

[imtheaces]

Things have been... busy.

[justasetofnumbers]

“Or at that point it’s so limp and lifeless, no longer holding enough weight to do much of anything.”

“Ah, but it’s to be expected. You are so young after all. Haven’t built up enough of the right connections yet.”

[imtheaces]

A difference of practice, I suspect.

And I suppose you are offering to let me make those.

[eddie-grant]

Perhaps I haven’t. But I’m sure I would know, I help supply the fun stuff.

[imtheaces]

I know that, Eddie.

After all, I supply you.

[sxrx-v-blog]

I do. I’m beginning to think either the Spades are doing a good job at throwing out the swindlers or something else is scaring them away. I wouldn’t even be too interested in this if it weren’t that I need a new dress by Monday and this was the only store I trusted.

We should- if you’re up for the challenge.

[imtheaces]

Well, we cannot risk you not having your dress on time. We shall have to investigate.

Or, at least, find a new dressmaker.

[eddie-grant]

Why hasn’t there been any parties lately?

[imtheaces]

You merely haven't been looking in the right places, my friend.

[imtheaces]

Come and tell me your story

[sxrx-v-blog]

Third time this month a clothing store has run away from this marketplace. Anyone else feel it’s a little suspicious?

[imtheaces]

I am suspecting that you do, however.

Perhaps we should investigate. 

[carlatheknight]

You may be aware, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you will own up to it.

Oh, how nice for you.

[imtheaces]

I feel it is one of my better qualities that I shall.

You say that as though you are lacking in pleasure of life.

[remusheart]

Sierra says you left your wallet at the Church the other night. Unfortunately, due to the nature of where you left it, the cash is gone, but they very kindly left everything else… 

[imtheaces]

That was rather kind of them.

My thanks for returning this to me, Remus. How fare you? 

[carlatheknight]

Then you have no one to blame but yourself.

No thank you, I need to keep my wits about me. But what were you doing around the Church anyway? Hunting for some customers, perhaps?

[imtheaces]

Of that, I am aware.

All work and no play and such. A little business, mixed with a little pleasure.

[imtheaces]

No, no, no...

That's not right... Give me a moment, I need to taste... Hm...

Sorry, what's the problem?

[justasetofnumbers]

“Ah, but no longer valuable, once it’s been shared too often.”

“Nothing to forgive. After all, you’re running an empire. A few things are bound to s l i p   your mind on occasion.”

[imtheaces]

At that point, it takes on a new quality. The ability to make lasting news disappear.

I do pride myself on avoiding that whenever possible.

[carlatheknight]

It’s only if you don’t know your limits—which I’m assuming you don’t.

[imtheaces]

Or, rather, have a disregard for them.

A pleasure to see you, as always, Carla. I believe I have some of a potion left if you care for it.

[l-mclaggen]

Shivers of pleasure or shivers of disgust - the world yet to knows!

You know how it is, my friend… certain types need to look out for number one. James, James, James - always the entrepreneur, you are. Tell me, why did I think you would help me out of the goodness of your heart? It’s not as though you forgot my birthday this year or any horrible thing of that sort. I suppose I could cough up a few bills… perhaps even hand off a few of my earlier, unpublished works? I can only imagine the royalties from those would be a pretty penny or two. Then again, my payment all comes down to how helpful the information is and it is pertinent that it is helpful.

[imtheaces]

Yet. I do look forward to when you inevitably write it up. 

I suspect the current belief is businessmen lack hearts, Dylan. We shall go for a quid pro quo arrangement, for now. The information you require now and I will require information, or your services, in the future. If we have a deal, I require a name and something relating to what you wish to know.

[imtheaces]

And now I recall why people seem to dislike the morning after the Church.

[inboxideas]

what kind of lover do you think my character would be?

[inboxideas]

what kind of lover do you think my character would be?