Rites

Gutter's Invitation

Buthayna has sent a letter, inviting Arzuna to perform at the House of Delights.

"My girls have long admired your dancing. If you wish, they would also be delighted to show their own skills."

ID: 5008233

Type: None

Tips: None

Duration: 1 days

Waits For: 3 days

Marked as New Only on First Occurrence: 0

Starts Automatically: No

Triggers Result Automatically: No

Tag Tips: None

Tag Tips Up: None

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Actions When Wait Expires

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Slots

Slot #1
Buthayna wants to invite Arzuna.

Locks: No

Is Key: No

Is Empty: No

Is Enemy: No

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Pops: None

Slot #2
You can send someone to accompany her, but it's not a job nobles enjoy.

Locks: No

Is Key: No

Is Empty: Yes

Is Enemy: No

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Pops: None

Slot #3
You can send someone to accompany her, but it's not a job nobles enjoy.

Locks: No

Is Key: No

Is Empty: Yes

Is Enemy: No

Conditions:

Pops: None

Slot #4
You can spend 2 Gold Coins to cover Arzuna's attire.

Locks: No

Is Key: No

Is Empty: Yes

Is Enemy: No

Conditions:

Pops: None

Slot #5
You can now break a Carnality Card of Bronze and below.

Locks: No

Is Key: No

Is Empty: Yes

Is Enemy: No

Conditions:

  • Type = Sultan Card
  • Tag (Carnality) = 1
  • Rarity ≤ Bronze

Pops: None

Activation Conditions

Tips: Will you let her face it all alone, or arrange everything for her?

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Tips: Arzuna is about to join the palace and cannot be present for this invitation.

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Prior

This rite has no prior outcome.

Regular

Remember to Veil Your Face
You instructed Arzuna to veil her face before going to the House of Delights—and to never, under any circumstances, mention her connection to you.

She smiled and obeyed without question.

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Never a Disgrace
You asked Arzuna for her opinion, and she seemed puzzled, tilting her head with a playful air. "My opinion? Does it matter to you?" Yet she quickly composed herself. "Madam Buthayna... I've heard of her. They say she was an extraordinary dancer in her younger days and even invented a dancing dress strung with coins! The girls at the House of Delights must be skilled—they earn their living that way. Dancing with them could be fun... though of course, I don't have to go. Performing at a brothel feels dishonorable. Even if I'm a concubine's daughter, I know that much."

You shook your head, not agreeing with her. Her dancing was exquisite; she never needed to feel shame, no matter the venue. Even in the "gutter," among the Ladies of Delights—the very same who could captivate the Sultan—the stage was no dishonor. They loved to refine their art and share it; masters had come to guide them and also learn from them. In that light, Arzuna had every reason to feel proud. Madam Buthayna's invitation was a recognition of her skill, a testament to her reputation as a true master of dance.

"Really? You won't be angry if I dance in a brothel?" Arzuna asked, her eyes searching yours. "Shouldn't a noble... I mean, a courtier like you care most about family honor? What if I told everyone I'm the daughter of your father's concubine—oh, of course I wouldn't... I just mean..."

You smiled and shook your head, then spoke earnestly: you had never once thought her shameful. On the contrary, having a sister with such extraordinary talent filled you with pride.

Arzuna turned her face away, hiding her expression.

Her farewell sounded a little hoarse at last.

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Extra

Back from the House of Delights, Arzuna went straight to her residence, offering no report to you. But soon after, Madam Buthayna sent you a token of thanks—a mark of full approval at Arzuna's dances.

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As It Should Be at the House of Delights
At the night's end, you stepped among the girls. The Ladies of Delights instantly sensed it, and Arzuna yielded into your embrace. That was why you didn't see the faint, contemptuous curl at her lips—she had long known: men were nothing more than crude animals.

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Still, for Arzuna's safety, you had [s2.name] and [s3.name] accompany her to the House of Delights.

That evening, Madam Buthayna cleared the entire front hall and greeted Arzuna with the respect due a master. Arzuna danced, sang, and laughed alongside the girls, delving into their skills and celebrating each other's elegance. She taught them much, and in turn, learned much. It was, without a doubt, a night to remember.

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More for Arzuna to Learn at the House of Delights
At the night's end, you stepped among the girls. The Ladies of Delights instantly sensed it, but poor Arzuna didn't notice a thing. She excitedly chattered with you about the evening's lessons, right up until you tipped her back onto the soft pile of pillows.

Tonight, Arzuna learned her most important lesson: never trust a man's words—the grander and sweeter they sound, the less believable they are.

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沟渠的邀请