ng_atlantis (ng_atlantis) wrote in marvel_nextgen,
@ 2010-12-05 06:07:00

Entry tags:

alex bowmaster, jordan bochs, melanie hall, plot-"mason jeffries vs atlantis"

Plan B
"This is humiliating!" Vishin shrieked at Draconia, although still outside of arm's reach from the bars of her cell. "We've lost nearly every candidate to this surface dweller's genetically-aberrant tricks, and Lord Kerouac would already have faced him if he weren't otherwise engaged at present. Our only saving grace is that they've all been too shamed to reveal you as their patron.

Still.... we have Kerouac. His house is the highest ranked of any of the candidates, but still..." He fixes his gaze on Draconia, stroking his beard to calm himself. "..He has an unfortunate habit of insisting on fair fights. I will not risk our pl-- I will not risk the future of the Atlantean ruling family on fair odds."

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	ng_atlantis 2010-12-05 05:20 pm UTC (link)
	Draconia frowned, resisting the urge to try and reach out and tear Vishin's head from his foolish shoulders. "Then, of course, our answer is simple. Kerouac need never know we tip the odds in his favor." (Reply to this)(Thread)

	ng_atlantis 2010-12-05 06:57 pm UTC (link)
	"What do you have in mind, Draconia?" Vishin arches an eyebrow cautiously. "Our hands in this haven't been revealed yet, and I would prefer to keep it that way." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	ng_atlantis 2010-12-06 01:58 am UTC (link)
	"We may have to. But it shall be worth it. All we need do is endanger the surface-dweller's family... and he will not have the will to fight." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	ng_atlantis 2010-12-06 02:02 am UTC (link)
	Vishin thinks over what he knows of Jeffries' family. "They're aberrants themselves, and not inconsiderable ones, especially for Canadians... it will take a notably skilled team to deal with them, I won't be able to move them as quietly as I'd like." He fixes her with a gaze. "You're certain Lord Kerouac can put this to an end with our aid?" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	ng_atlantis 2010-12-06 02:24 am UTC (link)
	"Extremely so." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	ng_atlantis 2010-12-06 02:30 am UTC (link)
	"Then I will make the arrangements. Have your contacts standing by." Vishin turns and leaves. (Reply to this)(Parent)

	Three days later ng_atlantis 2010-12-06 02:32 am UTC (link)
	An Atlantean messenger arrives at the Alpha Flight headquarters, carrying two sealed envelopes. "I have been sent to deliver a message to the son of.." He checks his assignment info. "Madison and Lillian Jeffries." (Reply to this)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later strongbox 2010-12-06 05:33 am UTC (link)
	Jordan figures that probably means Mason, but his brother has enough on his plate right now with Atlantis stuff. "Yeah, that's me." Technically true. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later purplegeist 2010-12-06 05:35 am UTC (link)
	Mel stood in the wall, wondering what was going on. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later tooth_n_claw 2010-12-06 05:38 am UTC (link)
	Alex wandered up when heard the buzzer go off. //What's going on?// he asked (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later strongbox 2010-12-06 05:40 am UTC (link)
	"Dunno yet, still reading up. Something to do with the Atlantean mess, delivered by the seahorse express." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

Re: Three days later

ng_atlantis
2010-12-06 02:52 pm UTC (link)

The messenger departed as soon as he'd delivered the envelopes.

The first one is pinned shut with a piece of coral that shatters when pressed upon. In the usual overtones of condescension of nobility, it announces that Lord Kerouac of the third house of Atlantis extends a formal invitation to Princess Marrina, as well as Mason Jeffries "and his lackeys", to meet him for honorably armed single combat before the king and courts of Atlantis. Safe passage is guaranteed for all involved. A death waiver, already signed by Kerouac, is also included. More bluster and ceremony, but still pretty much just a challenge like the others.

The second envelope is an entirely different story.

We have your parents, the humans Madison and Lillian Jeffries. They will be killed if you do not throw the fight against Lord Kerouac. Your defeat must be presented believably. Tell anyone of this, and they will die.

It's type-written, with no discernible scent or markings beyond that of the messenger who carried it. Two sections of hair, one a mix of gray and black, the other chestnut brown, are included; along with a photo of the two unconscious in their living room back in Kitchener.

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	Re: Three days later strongbox 2010-12-06 07:01 pm UTC (link)
	Jordan scowls. "They want Mason to throw the fight, which would mean his death, and they're holding our parents against his surrender." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later purplegeist 2010-12-06 08:35 pm UTC (link)
	Mel is horrified. She thinks. "Doesn't have to be his death, does it? Nobody's died yet. But that's... completely out of line, going after your parents." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later strongbox 2010-12-06 08:57 pm UTC (link)
	"No, but you know that's what they'll go for. They don't want any threat to their royal succession. Which is why we're not going to tell Mason, and the rest of us are going to deal with the captive situation." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later purplegeist 2010-12-06 09:03 pm UTC (link)
	Mel looks up at him, listening, then nods firmly. "Kay." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later tooth_n_claw 2010-12-08 04:52 am UTC (link)
	//This may be a dumb question, but do we have any idea where they're holding your parents?"// (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later purplegeist 2010-12-08 05:32 am UTC (link)
	Mel stands on tiptoe to look at the picture. "Is that your house? Maybe they're still there. Without official sanction, how would they have anywhere to stay on the surface?" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later strongbox 2010-12-08 08:49 am UTC (link)
	"It is, and I'm figuring that Mel can find them. I'm going to contact Mason, let him know what's up with the challenge... leaving out a few details. Everyone be ready to roll." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later tooth_n_claw 2010-12-08 08:51 am UTC (link)
	//I can provide transportation if needed.// (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later purplegeist 2010-12-08 07:45 pm UTC (link)
	"Kay." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later strongbox 2010-12-13 02:27 am UTC (link)
	"Calling Mason now. Then we're going to need to figure out transport that won't draw any attention. Once we get there, Mel will go in first and locate them. We have a narrow window on this, so we need to make sure we do this carefully." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later got_the_touch 2010-12-13 03:02 am UTC (link)
	Mason will be found in the Temple, taking some much needed down-time with his girlfriend. They had a romantic comedy marathon going, Mason making his usual impersonation of a bottomless pit when it came to popcorn and pizza bites. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later strongbox 2010-12-13 03:07 am UTC (link)
	Jordan brings the first message to Mason, but leaves the second behind. "Hey, you have mail. More Atlantean bluster." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later got_the_touch 2010-12-13 03:10 am UTC (link)
	"Hey bro, thanks." Mason takes the letter and looks it over, not bothering to move his head from Marrina's lap. "...'lackeys'?" He smirks at his brother, before sighing. "Just one more fight I guess..." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later strongbox 2010-12-13 03:17 am UTC (link)
	"Yeah, just this one more, and then hopefully this complete B.S. is over and done with. Good luck." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later sea_shelly 2010-12-13 03:48 am UTC (link)
	"I will be so glad to have this over with," Marrina said. "...And then I'm appointing a scholar to do research to make sure this can't happen again." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later got_the_touch 2010-12-13 04:40 am UTC (link)
	Mason looks up at Jordan. "So, are my lackeys coming with me?" He looks up at Marrina. "Pretty sure you have to be there like usual." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

Re: Three days later

strongbox
2010-12-13 04:46 am UTC (link)

"Can't." Jordan explains. "Its at the same time as proceedings regarding issuing a formal complaint from Canada to Atlantis over all of this, and they want me to be there to explain, yet again, why exactly Atlantis thinks that its ok for their royalty to interfere with Canadian citizens like this. I'm not sure Atlantis cares, but considering the past interactions, Canada was one of the few nations sort of friendly with them... I think they've pretty much blown that, at least til someone new takes over."

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Re: Three days later

got_the_touch
2010-12-13 05:20 am UTC (link)

Mason cringes. "I... I see."

He sits up, rubbing the back of his head, clearly feeling guilty about apparently bringing Canadian-Atlantean relations into a tailspin. "So... boy, this is a big thing... I... I mean this has really been a pain, but it doesn't need to turn into a crisis."

He's not about to tell his older brother, who has a better head for these kind of political situations anyway, not to do it though.

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	Re: Three days later strongbox 2010-12-13 05:23 am UTC (link)
	"I'm going to try and mitigate things somewhat, but Atlanteans were the ones who decided to get behind this - most of the world, even those who still have arranged political marriages, don't support attempted kidnapping and duels to the death over them anymore." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later sea_shelly 2010-12-13 04:41 pm UTC (link)
	Marrina frowned. "Yeah," she agreed quietly. "I'm sorry this has been such a hassle on all you..." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later got_the_touch 2010-12-13 04:50 pm UTC (link)
	"Hey, it's not your fault... you just couldn't resist my boyish charms." Mason smiles, kissing Marrina on the cheek. "But seriously, your people be crazy." He nods grimly. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later strongbox 2010-12-13 07:32 pm UTC (link)
	"Yeah, really not your fault. I am totally behind you dating my brother - its Atlantis that I'm having issues with. We'll deal with it. You just take care of your business." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later sea_shelly 2010-12-13 07:52 pm UTC (link)
	Marrina smiled. "Well, at least this is the last of them. And I know you'll beat him too." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Three days later got_the_touch 2010-12-14 04:04 am UTC (link)
	"For you? I'd beat up Galactus." Mason kisses her again, then goes back to resting his head in her lap. "Thanks for goin' to bat for me, Jordie. It means a lot to know you'll have my back on the political end of things." (Reply to this)(Parent)

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