I can certainly understand that, given the flood at hand.
But the other day, Lestat was confronted by Mr. Bright, Malcolm, who is the warden to Mr. Caffrey, Neal, who is one of his dearest friends on board. Mr. Bright has been exceptionally hostile in all communication and believes that Lestat considers Neal only a plaything, which I know for a fact he does not.
Lestat kept his peace until Mr. Bright patted him on the shoulder in a way in which he found patronizing, at which point he grabbed him by the throat. As per his vampiric nature, his fingers sprouted claws and in his haste at removing his hand and fleeing, cut Mr. Bright's throat rather deeply, more deeply than intended I believe given the cut and Lestat's telling of it. He has no inclination to hide things from me, after all, and little means to given the conduit I have allowed between us.
Mr. Bright was brought to the infirmary and stablized but he has called for punishment, to which I have currently requested a deferment given the lack of sanity going around at the moment. Miss Sameen Shaw, who has been stalking Lestat all this while and who has publically accused him at least once with no evidence whatsoever, has requested punishment, and Mr. Lark Tennant stated his intention to kill Lestat himself, which I of course took pains to prevent. I've also been contacted by a Mr. Raylan Givens, who expressed similar wishes to 'punish' him for this action, which I again deferred.
I have asked that there be a discussion had between myself, Lestat, and those with grievances to be had after this has ended. I will be asking Neal if he would care to join, as a neutral party, and I have the intention of asking one other but I thought to speak to you concerning what was done after his initial rash of murders and what, if anything, those now 'concerned' might have said.
I admit I find myself rather uncharitably against the idea of punishing a man for a situation in which he exercised restraint while unable to adequately consider the consequences of his actions through no fault of his own. And the mention of 'execution' and 'declawing' do not soften this feeling.
I locked his ass in Zero for a few days, until shit died down, and he went willingly. Then I was on him for the rest of the time, though that didn't stop him getting stabbed.
Which I never thanked you for taking care of, by the way.
I remember Neal was pleading for leniency and everyone else was telling him he was under Lestat's influence.
All part of my duties, sir, but thank you all the same.
If it gives you any satisfaction, I have confirmed with the Admiral that Mr. Caffrey has not been 'brainwashed' or otherwise put in the thrall of Lestat, so he told you truly.
That said, do you know the whole of the crimes he committed at that time?
I know of Mr. Silver's murder, Mr. Givens's murder, the embrace and turning of Mr. Caffrey, and some manner of harm done to Miss Shaw. Was there anything else?
Most certainly, and one it seems not laid to bed as of yet.
And after being made aware of these things, you put him in Zero for punishment and remained with him nearly perpetually for the extent of your wardenship over him?
[ A slight huff, but just as clearly not directed at Hancock. ]
I appreciate your assistance, Mr. Hancock. My apologies that our introduction had to be over this unfortunate affair. That said, your help has been invaluable given my own absence at the events in question.
I don't suppose you could be convinced to attend when the aggrieved parties convene on the subject? I would hardly want to take your time away from your own work, of course.
I'll let you know when a time is decided. Thank you.
[ Wry. ]
You may wish to let him know he is not without friends beyond myself and Mr. Caffrey, if you have a moment. He is feeling much as if the only suitable conclusion to all this is for him to be left to the unruly mob, an attitude I do not share. He would appreciate your support.
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Re: before the end of the flood
Date: 2023-06-20 03:31 pm (UTC)[ A sigh. ]
I don't suppose you're aware of the situation at current with him and some of the other wardens?
Re: before the end of the flood
Date: 2023-06-20 03:33 pm (UTC)Re: before the end of the flood
Date: 2023-06-20 03:51 pm (UTC)I can certainly understand that, given the flood at hand.
But the other day, Lestat was confronted by Mr. Bright, Malcolm, who is the warden to Mr. Caffrey, Neal, who is one of his dearest friends on board. Mr. Bright has been exceptionally hostile in all communication and believes that Lestat considers Neal only a plaything, which I know for a fact he does not.
Lestat kept his peace until Mr. Bright patted him on the shoulder in a way in which he found patronizing, at which point he grabbed him by the throat. As per his vampiric nature, his fingers sprouted claws and in his haste at removing his hand and fleeing, cut Mr. Bright's throat rather deeply, more deeply than intended I believe given the cut and Lestat's telling of it. He has no inclination to hide things from me, after all, and little means to given the conduit I have allowed between us.
Mr. Bright was brought to the infirmary and stablized but he has called for punishment, to which I have currently requested a deferment given the lack of sanity going around at the moment. Miss Sameen Shaw, who has been stalking Lestat all this while and who has publically accused him at least once with no evidence whatsoever, has requested punishment, and Mr. Lark Tennant stated his intention to kill Lestat himself, which I of course took pains to prevent. I've also been contacted by a Mr. Raylan Givens, who expressed similar wishes to 'punish' him for this action, which I again deferred.
I have asked that there be a discussion had between myself, Lestat, and those with grievances to be had after this has ended. I will be asking Neal if he would care to join, as a neutral party, and I have the intention of asking one other but I thought to speak to you concerning what was done after his initial rash of murders and what, if anything, those now 'concerned' might have said.
I admit I find myself rather uncharitably against the idea of punishing a man for a situation in which he exercised restraint while unable to adequately consider the consequences of his actions through no fault of his own. And the mention of 'execution' and 'declawing' do not soften this feeling.
Re: before the end of the flood
Date: 2023-06-20 04:28 pm (UTC)I locked his ass in Zero for a few days, until shit died down, and he went willingly. Then I was on him for the rest of the time, though that didn't stop him getting stabbed.
Which I never thanked you for taking care of, by the way.
I remember Neal was pleading for leniency and everyone else was telling him he was under Lestat's influence.
Re: before the end of the flood
Date: 2023-06-20 04:31 pm (UTC)If it gives you any satisfaction, I have confirmed with the Admiral that Mr. Caffrey has not been 'brainwashed' or otherwise put in the thrall of Lestat, so he told you truly.
That said, do you know the whole of the crimes he committed at that time?
I know of Mr. Silver's murder, Mr. Givens's murder, the embrace and turning of Mr. Caffrey, and some manner of harm done to Miss Shaw. Was there anything else?
...my apologies as I arrived after this event.
Re: before the end of the flood
Date: 2023-06-20 04:36 pm (UTC)Re: before the end of the flood
Date: 2023-06-20 04:38 pm (UTC)And after being made aware of these things, you put him in Zero for punishment and remained with him nearly perpetually for the extent of your wardenship over him?
Re: before the end of the flood
Date: 2023-06-20 04:39 pm (UTC)Re: before the end of the flood
Date: 2023-06-20 04:40 pm (UTC)And did anyone come to you during that time and complain that his punishment was insufficient?
Re: before the end of the flood
Date: 2023-06-20 04:42 pm (UTC)Not to my fucking face at least.
Re: before the end of the flood
Date: 2023-06-20 04:45 pm (UTC)[ A slight huff, but just as clearly not directed at Hancock. ]
I appreciate your assistance, Mr. Hancock. My apologies that our introduction had to be over this unfortunate affair. That said, your help has been invaluable given my own absence at the events in question.
I don't suppose you could be convinced to attend when the aggrieved parties convene on the subject? I would hardly want to take your time away from your own work, of course.
Re: before the end of the flood
Date: 2023-06-20 04:51 pm (UTC)Re: before the end of the flood
Date: 2023-06-20 04:53 pm (UTC)[ There's a decent amount of cheer. ]
I'll let you know when a time is decided. Thank you.
[ Wry. ]
You may wish to let him know he is not without friends beyond myself and Mr. Caffrey, if you have a moment. He is feeling much as if the only suitable conclusion to all this is for him to be left to the unruly mob, an attitude I do not share. He would appreciate your support.
Re: before the end of the flood
Date: 2023-06-20 04:54 pm (UTC)Glad he's got someone like you looking out for him, Dr. Reid.
Re: before the end of the flood
Date: 2023-06-20 04:59 pm (UTC)I'm sure your inmate is similarly well served.
Re: before the end of the flood
Date: 2023-06-20 05:04 pm (UTC)But I adore her, so yes.
Re: before the end of the flood
Date: 2023-06-20 05:06 pm (UTC)All the better. Even brats need someone to love them, no?
Re: before the end of the flood
Date: 2023-06-20 05:11 pm (UTC)Just let me know when you need me.
Re: before the end of the flood
Date: 2023-06-20 05:11 pm (UTC)