I notice the men as the step into the room, but seeing the large wolf.. I'm totally frozen. I sit there trying to calm my nerves and the crazy thoughts going through my mind. "Surely Lord Douglass would not let a savage beast into his home. Stay cam… don't need to get it angry at you." I take a deep breathe and let it out slowly to try and calm myself down. (I don't even see the man sitting in the corner) the large wolf took all my attention to anything or anyone else in the room. I lower my eyes to my plate, trying to become invisible.
I look over the dining hall I notice the woman in modern clothing. "Huh, I should have guessed that there might be another arrival, come on Grant, let us say hi."
On nearing Vickie's table, I stop a few paces away. "Greetings my lady. Just arrived I presume? My name is Jason, this is Grant. He's brand new as well, but I've been here for a few months."
On noticing the object of Vickie's trepidation I say, "Ah, that would be Ghost. Yes he is a Dire Wolf, and yes, his name is a Game of Thrones reference. I cannot say he is harmless, but he will not harm you."
"That said, I wouldn't try to give ear scritchies unless invited. After all, he's not a tame wolf." I grin reassuringly, wondering if the woman seated before me will get the reference.
Edited: daishain on 1st Nov, 2017 - 12:22am
I look up and say, Hi, Jason, Hi Grant; looking at each in turn.Yes, I did just arrive. Oh, I sigh of relief and able to say, he is beautiful as well as deadly. I have no intend of doing any scratchies of his ears. I've been around dogs and know they have to get to know you and smell you before you pet them in anyway. Continuing, it looks like most tables are full; you can join me here, if you'd like.
I nod to Douglas, "My Lord, is there word of anyone else or does this seem to be all of them for now?"
After his answer, I'll have a seat after holding out a chair for an elvish girl who had been largely hidden behind me. "This is Quantithalica, my apprentice. I'm teaching her the art of smithing. She's also still learning Common, or English as we know it, I can translate for her if needed."
"There are a number of things you should know, but for now, I suggest relaxing and enjoying the meal. You're safe, among people who understand, and if anything, we're happier and healthier than we were back home."
Edited: daishain on 1st Nov, 2017 - 1:17am
I say hi the the girl and give a small smile. I'm slowly staring to relax but know I be needing rest soon. My body telling me it needs it.
Admiring the huge creature, so calmly entering the hall, I introduce myself to the other victim “Hello. In case it hasn’t happened yet, you should prepare yourself for a shock at some point in the near future. Well, more of a shock than getting here, I mean. The intelligence that Shanghai’d us also means to give us an information boost uniquely geared to our talents, but it’s varied how it occurs. You’ll find yourself suddenly far more skilled than you expect. “ I sit down and help myself to some of the meats, cheeses and various other offered foods, trying many new tastes and remembering likes and dislikes.
I smile as I see Jason talking to a stranger. Walking over slowly I admonish Ghost to be nice. He sits down and studies the newcomer with his yellow eyes. Walking up to Jason and the stranger I say," Have a new friend Jason?" I study him curiously as well.