Typhon Rising [Lagi/Jahan]

Jahan was in the entrance to the palace, he had often came her as a child with his many uncles. Seeing as they were all ranked (some higher than others) members of the army he knew the workings of the palace a bit more than others. He had hoped that possibly his fathers name would help him as well. He had no idea how highly his father ranked in Reim's military but anything that would push his audience with the king faster would be amazing.

Jahan finished up his paper work, which consisted of his Name, Race, Country he was affiliated with and his cause for coming here. Jahangir was certain he would be one of the only Fanalis in the palace these days for peaceful reasons. As well as the only person here to see the king about funding a guild. In order to make this happen Jahangir would need a massive amount of money, he would definitely have to make it worthwhile, so much as to where he was on a unusually well behavior.

His clothing was toned down, a lot less jewelry yet his classic robes where fit for meeting the king. He finished his paperwork and a government official processed it before leading him to meet with the king.

After Jahangir would supposedly abide by the rules and surrender his weapons, 10 b rank knights would approach him twenty minutes afterwards. One of them would give a sharp bow before speaking. Mr.Nikator, I apologize for the wait. The king is now ready to meet with you.” After that they would lead him across the main hall towards the entrance of the throne room. As soon as Jahn would reach the door, that same knight would speak up once more. “I will have to do a final check.” Jahn was given a thorough pat-down before continuing onto the throne room. After being made clear, the knight would open the door and direct to the center. Up ahead, you could see Lagi sitting on his throne with an interested look on his face as he looks up at Jahn and looks back at the form.

“Welcome to the palace of kings. To what do I owe this meeting… Jahangir Nikator? I see that you are trying to start a guild but lack he funds to do so. What makes this guild different from the others that reside in Reim? Please elaborate as to how you stand out with this guild you are trying to start, and the detailed descriptions of what you are trying to accomplish with it. The king would then gesture to the royal wine pourer to bring him his cup. "Do you care for a drink of wine?"

Jahan gave a quick and charming bow, he was calmer than he expected. This was the king, a man who sat on a throne as he would want to one day, but Jahan shrugged that off. It was of little importance.

"I would love some Wine your Highness" Jahan said lazily showing Lagi the proper respect. This had become business for him, and while waiting on a glass of wine Jahan would begin his proposal.

"As you have already been informed Typhon is a small guild, which at the moment has acquired several members from a variety of backgrounds. Most of these members however live in poverty and rely on the guild to aid them. We as a whole respond to several Civilian complaints and jobs. Everything from Catching Bandits to Helping the elderly move...

The point being is the Typhon is a guild which aids the people of Reim and more importantly it may aid you." Jahangir stopped for a second for his statement to sink in, watching for any changes in the kings mood.

"If you support my guild you would be creating a huge resource for Reim. When the guild is formally opened there will be a public library, smithy, classes and recreation for the public. I'm also going through the process of giving homes to several homeless children. Having you as our primary supporter will help the way the people look at you, it may even change the plans of anyone with any ill will towards you. I'd also be open to help with any jobs and I am open to begin a payment plan to pay back all of the money you lend out to me." Jahangir paused again waiting for any questions the king may have.

" I ask for 300,000 Huang. A hefty amount, however a large Guild Hall and Land for all of Reim to enjoy should look impressive. Once again, I will do anything in order to pay you back, and receive financial aid."

The more Jahan spoke about it the more passionate he grew for his guild, he awaited the kings answer anxiously, his determination, pride and resolve shining brightly.

Lagi heard the man out, he was rather silent as he listened to Jahn speak.  When he was finished, Lagi would start to comment on the matter. “I must inform you of the existent inconsistencies that interferes with Reim’s current progress. Having a smithy open kind of interferes with the livelihood of blacksmiths, who make their living off of their wares. I am a bit skeptical about that when it comes to the smithy, I would like to avoid complaints. I am not too sure what you mean about classes, I would like you to elaborate on that. However, I would like to inform you that there is the creation of a workforce program  and schools for education,  classes seem unnecessary where these new changes will be provided to them through the use of these new systems. Not to say there is a conflict of inters, you are doing a good thing. But I can’t necessarily fund activity when I’m already funding something else that either is targeting that area alone or doing the same thing. “ One of the servants made her way to Jahn and proceeded to hand him a cup.

“The public library is a good idea, I just wonder if it’s a wise thing to do to have the public come and go during guild hours and operations. It seems a bit invasive when you have either tourists or citizens constantly entering your place of work. I would rather consult a few individuals and make that into a separate building. In that case, more books could be hosted; meaning more information for the public to read and educate themselves, but it shouldn’t be an alternative of refusing to go to school in general. The children chance for a future would be put in their hands through education, and I doubt you have the appropriate funds to put them all in school. I would suggest you to emit them to the nearest orphanage; they might receive free education that way. “Should Jahn accept, the royal wine pourer would proceed to pour the wine in Jahn’s cup. She would then make her way back to the king and pour some wine in the cup. “Now for the good news, I do acknowledge that the guild responds to civilian complaints that  the guards of Reim are either incapable of, or too busy to handle. Your service to the people of Reim is appreciated and I thank you for that. Pure recreation would be allowed in the guild, which is open for the public as well; there is no known recreation centers in Reim besides the known entertainment of the coliseum so I’m curious to see how it would turn out.  I will also allow free housing for registered guild members; I could make sure that the hall hosts enough rooms for you all to call your home as long as you are a part of it, which is up to you as the leader of thus said guild. I will allow a joint operation of the Typhon guild with a local blacksmith. A merger and agreement of profits between you two is a acceptable, this also frees up a small space of land that could be used for the library. Added recreation for your guild is up to you, please review it over with me once you find out what you would like for the hall to have.  Joint operations with a failing bar is also allowed. People could come to the guild, drink beer and do jobs all at once. Like the blacksmith, you could discuss the split of profits with the Ale sales among yourself and the bar owner.   This could free up some land for maybe a school or something progressive.  “

Lagi would take a sip of his wine. “Atlas, I cannot provide you with 300,000 Huang for this hall. You might have gotten me with 75,000, which is what I’m shifting towards right now.  I can bump it up to 100,000 at best, but you will have to compromise on a few conditions with me. “Lagi would take another sip of his wine before continuing. “For starters, the Typhon guild must be registered as a reserve force in case we ever need you.  Also, 20% of all profitable revenue that Typhoon makes will return to me as payment until you have repaid the 100,000. After that, you pay nothing. Also, you are a Fanalis are you not? There is something very important that I need you to do, this concerns Octavius…….”

Jahangir listened to the King's proposal, taking a cup of wine from the women and sipping it softly. He scratched his chin understanding the kings reasoning. He was a bit saddened by the drop in financial support from 300k to 100k, however it was still something he could work with. The amount was double of what he had saved for Typhon. This would have to do.

"To further elaborate I'd wish to have various classes teaching a variety of things to all ages and citizens. Rather that be magic, martial arts or music. However this is still a recreational center so I wont be hosting classes regarding reading, math writing or any of the usual Educational programs. This is still debatable however, I'm perfectly fine in joint operating with a local blacksmith and failing bar. I'm actually enthusiastic about the ideas.

I agree to your terms King Lagi. I ask for no more than the 100,000 huang you have offered and I agree upon to payment policies. Lastly, are you familiar with a man named Zadi? He's a valuable member of our guild, he wishes to meet with you at your coronation ball. We however do not have the funds for it, so would you mind writing us a personal invitation so that we could attend? It would also help the Guild grow connections, a larger name and We could enjoy the presence of the king." Jahangir finished his request with another one, he knew that he would need to go to the ball he could meet some very powerful allies there. Besides, he was aiming to be the top Guild in Reim, how could he miss an event like this, there would be nearly no other Guild masters present.

"Yes I am a Fanalis? And Octavius?" He lifted his brow at the mention of the soldiers name, his "uncles" had often mentioned him even though he had never met the man. He knew him along with the others of Fanalis Corps were wiped out, but what did this have to do with him.

"What about the man?"

“Zadi huh? So that’s where the King of light wandered? Is he well?” So much has happened, Lagi was a bit skeptical of seeing his friend. Perhaps they would appear as different people to eachother, maybe Zadi would notice a change. If Zadi is a part of this guild, the least Lagi could do is help him out. Some good publicity wouldn’t hurt. “Alright, two invitations will be provided to you at the receptionist desk. You can get it along with your gear after this meeting is over, mingle and whatnot. “Now was the time to talk about Octavius and what Lagi wanted to do. “ There seems to be a bit of unrest among the Fanalis when it comes to the corps, the death of their hero is up in question but they obviously blame Kou. They blame me as well, due to the fact that I am on this throne to coexist with Kou, but I am not without compassion towards my fellow Reim natives. I need leads, a name, any kind of information you could find about Octavius’s killer. The defeat of such a man is even greater, as you will be glorified as the new hero that the Fanalis could look up to for avenging the old leader, as well as a shift of the public outlook because you side with me. I can’t have any hard feelings among my people, there’s plenty of things that I am fighting for. Not only am I fighting against the people who want to prevent that, must I fight against the people I am fighting for as an act of self-defense? Also, this will boost your guild to even greater heights if you were to obtain credit in the fall of the murderer.

Jahangir tapped his feet absorbing the information the king had just given him.

"Very Well. I will find Octavius's Killer."

This was a daunting task, even for Jahangir, he knew that it would be dangerous and difficult. Yet he didnt fear it. It was more like a drag, yet a necessary one something was calling him to this job yet something was telling him it would be outrageously stupid for him to take it. He was outclassed this was over his head, an event bigger than hi--.

"Alright nothings bigger than me" Jahan thought to himself. He had to take this job now, there was nothing that would stop him. Finding his goals to be an outright success Jahan raised his head finishing off his wine quickly.

"Is that all your highness?" Jahangir said. He was beginning to hate addressing Lagi at this point. Jahan could care less who sat on the throne, in his own perception he wore the crown. Yet Whatever, the formalities were all that would help him keep his newly found financial capital.

That’s all, be sure to report to me if you find any anything. Update me on your progress whenever you made any. Until then, safe journey. Be sure to pick up the invitation from the receptionist desk. Tell Zadi I said hi….. The funds will be sent to momentarily. Use them wisely…“ That was all that Lagi had to say as he made a hand gesture to the escorts that brought Jahn inside of the throne room. The royal wine pourer retrieved the cup from Jahn and returned to Lagi. Lagi had finished his wine and looked to her in order for the royal wine pourer to refill his cup. The escorts approached Jahl and gave him a slight nod. If there was nothing to discuss, Jahn could make his way back to the receptionist to retrieve his gear and his two invitations.