Re: Lounge - Rangent/Vilis (0601) Date: 286-1107 11:45
"Absolutely, Ms. Taylor," Shui assures their guest. "I will be certain to let you know." Having said as much, she's already planning how she might call upon Keryn for assistance in a way that doesn't impinge upon her own duties. Shui perfectly understands the need to feel useful (as well as the need to give back, oh, that she comprehends completely), and doesn't want to take any of that away from Keryn. It wouldn't help her guest.
"As you see, Mr. DeSant is a canny player. He certainly knows when to fold them...and bow out of a game. Now, apparently, is not the time," she finishes with a quick wink at her longtime guest before ducking back into the pantry for a look at supplies. Good; she has enough for a pair of largish salads, with the fresh produce 'on the list'. There's enough here for a pair of main courses as well, giving a choice of meat or vegetarian options, and soups. They'll need soups, yes - choice there as well, Shui decides. And dessert, well, she has a plan for that, included in the list. Another choice, this time between a lemon meringue pie and brandied fruit.
She expects people will go for both.
"None of you will be going out to see the port?" she inquires.