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Post by kayla on Mar 18, 2008 20:55:41 GMT -5
Neory had finally completely recovered from the last vestiges of the illness, including any lingering weakness. She had done well in her training her sessions, and particularly enjoyed the lessons that she had with Elisha - well, some of them. Some of them drove home the fact that administrative work is by no means fun and games. Though she also knew that the added "hardship" was made up for by privilege.
And while Neory had not begun to taste much, though she had to admit that there was some she had tasted, she had decided that it was definitely time that she began to take on more of the responsibility, and she knew full well that Elisha needed the help, and she felt that she was ready to offer it.
So it was that Neory was standing outside of Elisha's office, knocking on her door. She was not remotely nervous about this, Elisha was training her. She knew what she was capable of, and she knew that she needed the help.
The young Gold Rider - not yet a Jr. Weyrwoman - was dressed practically, but lady like with pants that flattered but were not too tight and a nice blouse. She decided that pants would be better so that if she needed to do any work that might get her dirty, it would be easier.
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Post by brimstone81 on Mar 19, 2008 18:39:54 GMT -5
Elisha answered the door herself, peeking out and finding Neory there. Elisha's cheeks were flushed, no, this morning sickness was becoming a very terrible bother! She wasn't half way through her pregnancy, but already she was wishing the babe could be born tomorrow. Not even showing yet! At least it proved there still was a child in her womb, it was a small comfort to a woman with a family history of fertility problems.
"Ah, it's you, Neory, come in." She opened the door a crack and stepped back inside. Her office wasn't as tidy as it usually was, because the Weyrwoman had been, indisposed. It didn't help that she didn't want any servants to come in, because she was so embarassed at the state of her office. Elisha was the Weyrwoman! She was independant! The goldrider was capable of cleaning up after herself!
. . . Just not at the moment. She had managed to dress herself in a heavy, fashionable gown of blue and gold underlays. It was long sleeved, and very pretty, she thought, and liked to dress up in case some one would call upon her. Pants, these days, were too constricting, and a dress was more comfortable.
She motioned her young goldrider to sit down, "So, Neory, what is the pleasure of your visit?" Elisha smiled softly, she liked Neory, a steady, intelligent girl. No doubt would prove to be a helpful girl, for she didn't seem too frivolous.
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Post by kayla on Mar 19, 2008 20:36:34 GMT -5
Neory grinned as Elisha let her in. She noticed the flushed face and the abnormal state of her office but did not comment on either. Instead she greeted the Weyrwoman as a friend, fairly certain from their previous conversations that such would be welcomed. Hugging the woman briefly, she smiled to her, "Heyla Elisha." She did not want to make the other woman feel uncomfortable so she did not hold the hug long, just long enough to communication affection between friends.
"I have come to make a request - kinda. I think its one that you'll agree to actually." She was smiling with a mischevious twinkle in her eye as she spoke to her superior and friend. "I know that, technically, I'm not the Junior Weyrwoman until Sheluth flies. However, you've taught me well, and I'm doing well in my weyrling classes. So..." She grinned, "I would like to start taking on some of my future duties. I know I can't take all of them yet, as I still have classes, but its time you had a Junior to help you, even if I'm not a Junior yet and I can't be a full help yet."
Those were a few more caveats than she had wanted to put on this offer/request, but with Elisha pregnant and the only weyrwoman, she hoped that even a little help would be a significant help to Elisha.
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Post by brimstone81 on Apr 1, 2008 20:30:22 GMT -5
Of course when Neory mentioned 'request' Elisha was all ears. What could the young goldrider want? Nothing devious, Elisha knew, but it was curious that Neory should be in want. When the younger goldrider explained, Elisha nodded, understanding. Of course she would want to get her new duties, though maybe she shouldn't be too eager. The poor girl would have them for the rest of her turns, and she wanted to start on them early! Well, it couldn't hurt, could it? With Elisha still sick from her pregnancy, and busier than ever, an extra hand would very nice.
"Well, I think something can be arranged." Elisha nearly sighed with relief. She should be okay, but some extra rest would be nice. "Well since you have sat in on our meetings, you must be comfortable with communicating with the Headwoman? If you could deal with her for me, that would save a headache. Oh, and if you are comfortable with it, I'll leave taking care of our special guests to you now. I don't think we should get too many with the hatching over, but in the case that a noble should come, I'll depend on you to take care of their needs. Same goes for transfer riders. And I know you to be a very hospitable girl. This should be your permanent duty, though the dealings with the Headwoman will be temporary for the time being. V'rak can make sure the Weyrleaders are happy. . ." Elisha paused to think, what else could she give young Neory to do. Politics, she figured, were too soon. There hadn't been a new goldrider to coach, either. She looked at the girl, "Did you have anything in mind? I don't suppose you'd like to oversee the production of numbweed?"
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Post by kayla on Apr 7, 2008 9:34:00 GMT -5
Neory smiled warmly at her senior. "No, I didn't really come with any specific ideas. I just knew that things were getting hectic for you, and that my role is to help you out." She looked slightly self-abashed at the admission that she had not come armed with particulars, but rather just ready to work.
"I believe I should be able to deal with the headwoman. Though she may not be too keen on being relegated to the Jr." She grinned a bit, "So it might take a couple of meetings before she accepts that I have any authority to deal with her without you. However, I'll do my best. And yes, I believe that I could oversee the production of numbweed as well without it hindering my studies."
She felt kind of silly that she had not at least suggested that one herself. "I can't imagine that the smell of the stuff is helpful to you right now, anyway. I probably should have volunteered to take that one over earlier."
She thought a little more about the issue of taking care of any of their special guests, then nodded, "And yes, I think I could help with the guests as well. Though if their high enough ranking their going to insist on seeing you as well." Though it sounded like Elisha wanted her to deal more with their physical comfort than issues of politics, and that was "easy enough."
Having gotten that settled, the young goldrider smiled at Elisha, "So how are you doing? Is V'rak as excited as you are about the pending little one?"
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