"Very good. You really only need to learn the five Primary clans. You may insult someone from a well-known clan if you know nothing... but Bloodlines are a bit more obscure and even the most obnoxious Elder can hardly fault someone for not knowing an obscure bloodline.

 We'll start with Ventrue. Ventrue are the leaders, the movers and shakers of Kindred society. They wear authority like a mantle and are adept at swaying the hearts and minds of mortals.

 Next is Gangrel. They are creatures of savage cunning and one of the few clans that thrive on the outskirts of cities. They are often the least reliant on civility and often come across as crass or vulgar. Still, there are some who rise above their baser nature and they are often incredibly valuable allies. The 'someone' I mentioned earlier specialized in Kindred bloodlines is a Gangrel.

 Next is Daeva. They have a craving for art and beauty. They will always be the ones wearing the most extravagant fashion or drawn to any piece of art or new music. The Daeva are some of my best customers because of this.

 Next is the Nosferatu. The vampiric curse manifests in their flesh or spirits, making mortals uncomfortable around them or sometimes frightening them outright. John was one such individual. However, there are few Kindred better at finding or obtaining something you need.

 Lastly is the Mekhet. There are not many Mekhet in the city and, were I to guess, I would say that your Tremere Bloodline would be an offshoot of the Mekhet since they originated in Egypt.


 As far as bloodlines go, the only one I would recommend that you learn is Bruhah. Remember what I said about some Gangrel being crass and vulgar? The Bruhah take that to an entirely new level. They are a bloodline founded on violence, bred through violence, an ruled by violence. There are a lot of them in the city but very few in the Camarilla. If you meet one, be very careful around them."

Nefertiti listened closely to each word and from what she was understanding would place the Prince and Milo as a Ventrue and Carmilla could possibly be Daeva. John was confirmed to be a Nosferatu. Hearing that she would be considered a Mekhet made a sparkle in her enchanting green eyes. She repeats the Clan out loud “Mekhet with a soft smile.

“When I’m asked of what Clan I belong to. Should I still refer myself as Tremere or Mekhet?  That is if I don’t wish to share my Bloodline. I’m sure there will be other members of your clan bloodline that would not be so kind of mine. she asked as they rode to the shop.

“Do you happen to know of any Mekhets in the city so that I could meet..  Once I’m able to fully understand the Kindred society?
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 "You could introduce yourself as either... but Mekhet do not have shadows. Since you have one, someone may try to call your bluff... and you needn't worry about offending my clan. I'm the only Tzimisce in the New York Camarilla.

 If you ever DO meet another of my clan, run. Don't talk, don't fight, just get away and come find me. If you can't get to me, go find Victor. Tzimisce are very dangerous and most openly abuse their gift, making them a walking breach of the Masquerade. They are able to make permanent changes to the body that Kindred cannot heal. If they wee to cut of a piece of you or wound you in some way, that change would be permanent unless another Tzimisce healed you. It is why I am always fighting off bad rumors."

Nefertiti nods her head in agreement to find him or Victor if she ever meets a Tzimisce in New York.

She was also wondering why did Carmilla spread a rumor that he was involved with the demon heads in the underground pipes that they fought.  Was he even capable of making such foul creatures.

Wondering why he didn't reply to her last question, but that could wait.  As they pulled up to the store she looked out at the building.

 The building in question was a large warehouse repurposed into a store. Much of the furniture had mild water damage (likely due to the massive storm) so all merchandise was marked with tags reading "clearance". Above the prices were much higher prices that had been marked through.

 Milo went to talk to the cashier, leaving Nefertiti to peruse the wares. Many of the higher prices (the ones that had been marked through) were for more than money than she had. However, she had more than enough to purchase a decent set of furniture at the lower prices.

 She was more or less alone in the store, allowing her to peruse freely.

Nefertiti entered the building and allowed her eyes to gaze around at all the items that were visible.

As she perused through the store there were many things that she didn't know what would be used for and she didn't want to over step her own bounders.  Looking only for a nice bed that she would use to sleep in and a desk that was old looking but not too damaged.

After picking the two items she moved to Milo and showed him what she would like to add into her room.

"There isn't much here that I would want.  But these two items would do nicely for now. she said as she didn't even know how large of a room she was going to be given and if it had windows and a balcony to sit upon on nights.

 Milo raised an eyebrow but smiled. "Are you certain? Very well."

 Milo showed Nefertiti how to pay for the items and the cashier was patient with her and kind, promising to have the furniture delivered within the week.

OOC: you have $1,300 left.

 Milo led her back to the limo. "Next, we're going to see an associate of mine named Wallace. He's Mekhet, and a regular customer of mine. I spoke to him earlier and he has agreed to a meeting with you. This is your first test. I wish to see how well you can interact with Kindred society. You will be negotiating with him for your new Haven... so how well you perform here will determine what kind of Haven you receive.

 In addition, he has a Childe of his own named Markus. He is young and mouthy. He is likely to offend you so you will also be tested on how to maintain your composure when dealing with him."

Nefertiti was polite to the cashier as he took the money, she watched how you placed it into a metal box that he touched buttons to open.  Her eyes wondered around the store for a bit to see if there was anything else but she didn't see nothing.

Then she followed Milo out of the store and back into the moving box.  "Do I have to be nice to his Childe as well, if he is disrespectful to me can I put him to sleep? she asked with a smile then letting out a breath of air.  She didn't like the Kindreds and to be facing two was going to test her own patients.  One being mouthy would only make her want to strike him down.  She waited to hear what response she got from Milo about putting him to sleep.

Then again, if she wish to rule New York on day she might need to face such trials for the people.  Or will she return back to Egypt and rule her homeland.  So many choices.

 "If you escalate from words, then Markus will be free to escalate as well. Do not assume that your powers will always work on Kindred. Consider VERY carefully as to whether you have the resources to spend on a grudge with Markus and whether you are truly willing to expend them over something as trivial as a mouthy Childe... even if he was the one to start it.

… or whether speaking to Wallace on the matter after the fact would not earn you both more respect and leave you less likely to start a feud."

Nefertiti nods her head in respect to not causing any feud from Wallace and she is sure to meet Markus out in the city where his mouth may be better dealt with.

"I will try my best to be cordial with Markus if he becomes mouthy. she replied.

"Would it be rude if I asked to be excused for a moment?

 Milo signaled to stop the limo, allowing Nefertiti to exit the vehicle and have some privacy. "Don't take long. Being late is considered to be bad form."

Nefertiti didn't exit the limo but looked at Milo "I was speaking of when Markus is annoying me.

 The limo started up once more. "It is unlikely that Markus will antagonize you in Wallace's presence but there is no shame in removing yourself from the presence of those you find odious. However, do not let my warnings dissuade you from making your own impressions of him.

 It may be that the things he says will not annoy you at all. There is a distinct difference between the sensibilities of Elders and Fledglings."

Nefertiti nods again "Very well.  I do look forward in meeting Wallace and Markus on this interesting night. she replied as she allowed her eyes to gaze out the window and take notice of the landscape as they drive onward.

 The remainder of the ride was short and silent and Milo led Nefertiti up the stairs to an apartment and rang the doorbell. An young man answered the door. He looked at the two of them and shouted over his shoulder. "They're here!"

 He waved them in to the apartment. It was not nearly as large or fancy as Milo's house and the paint was peeling, but it was still a place to live. There was another, slightly older man sitting at a table who waved at the two of you.

 Milo motioned for Nefertiti to remain behind as he went to sit with Wallace (or, at least the one she figured was Wallace). She was now (more or less) alone with the younger of the two. He waved for her to follow. "Hi! I've heard a lot about you. Seems like you're in a bit of a strange position, with Milo as a sire."

Nefertiti walked up the stairs behind her adopted Sire and when a young man opened the door and yelled over he shoulder she was sure that was Markus.  She looked at where Milo when and stayed behind till she was asked to join them.  Surely they had a lot to talk about before her introduction.

Then Markus spoke and she looked to him "Hello. she replied

What ever do you mean?  A lot about me. she gave him a sheepish grin.  "I'm new to this city.  I wonder what all could you of heard.

 The young man chuckled. "New, maybe, but you still made waves. Got a Blood Hunt called on you and then cancelled, got the one after you 'Castlevaniaed', and ended up as Milo's foster childe. I'd say that's a pretty hefty resume for a newbie.

 Most neonates are lucky if an elder even knows their names without being introduced by their sire. Everyone knows your name by now."
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After hearing him say it like that she did have to say it was a hefty resume, by giving him a soft smile.

"Everyone she repeated. "I do hope that its on a good note. she smiled again.

Allowing her beauty ooze and her Egyptian heritage be noticed.

"I believe your Markusshe asked.

 Markus stepped out onto the balcony and put his arms on the railing. "That would be me. So, what's it like being the childe of the actual son of Dracula?"

Nefertiti looked at Markus with a puzzling expression "Who is that? she asked.

"Never heard of him. she was beyond serious in her facial expression.

 Markus stared at her and blinked, stunned by the revelation that she had no idea who Dracula was. "You're serious?! Dracula is only the most famous vampire of all time. He's so famous that even the Kine know his name. He's an unliving legend and many think he's the progenitor of modern vampires. Milo won't say anything about it though. You really didn't know?"

"From my lands the only vampire that is well known was Sseth.  But I'm sure you already knew that.  This Dracula has no comparison to him. she replied to him.

"But what all can you tell me about this, Dracula? Nefertiti moved next to him on the balcony.
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 "I have no idea who that is... but Dracula was supposedly cursed directly into vampirism like Cain. He was also the progenitor of the Coils of the Dragon, types of Blood Magic that alter the very nature of the vampiric curse itself."

There was a look of shock upon Nefertiti's face when Markus mentioned that he knew not of Sseth. "How interesting. she replied.

She then repeated his words "Blood Magic" a smile came to her face "Would you happen to know any of his progenitors? seeing if they were able to tell her more about their blood magic.

Looking over her shoulder she looked at the two for a moment "I wonder what are they talking about?  Hope not me.

OOC: going to assume you meant "progeny" instead of "progenitor"

 "Milo is the only progeny I know of. Some claim to have a bloodline linking back to him but none can be verified. If you're looking to learn the Coils, then there are many kindred throughout the city who know a few... but Milo himself would be the best person to ask I would think.

 As for what they're talking about, it is likely you. I get the feeling that you'll be getting a lot of these little 'time outs'. Anyway, let's head ack in. They're probably finishing up now."

 As Markus led her back in, Milo stood up from the table and walked over to sit in a nearby chair. Markus did the same, leaving the only seat available to her the dining chair across from Wallace.

 He was an older man, well dressed with slicked back greying hair. He smiled at her and offered her the seat. "Milo tells me that you're interested in a Haven."