[there are several bath-houses to choose from, some of which are more pampering or respectable or aesthetically pleasing than others. Robin gave Tek a recommendation for somewhere that would ensure a nice, private conversation--in fact, the owner prides herself on keeping the space clear of spies, assassins, or other would-be eavesdroppers. it's practically the crux of their business model. it turns out that there are a lot of people who will pay very good money to not be overheard.
they have to walk a little to get to the richer, more business-oriented part of town, but the building is pretty obvious once it comes into view. large, pale marble pillars, statues of heroic-looking figures nestled between them, each with a vase or a bowl or their marbled hands cupped to catch water. there is a well-kept garden, with a few servants milling about the grounds watering or raking or greeting visitors by the entrance.]
...Is this the Serene?
[that's what Robin called it, anyway. Tonic is still sticking close, but he eyes the building with a certain slow-dawning recognition of his own.]
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they have to walk a little to get to the richer, more business-oriented part of town, but the building is pretty obvious once it comes into view. large, pale marble pillars, statues of heroic-looking figures nestled between them, each with a vase or a bowl or their marbled hands cupped to catch water. there is a well-kept garden, with a few servants milling about the grounds watering or raking or greeting visitors by the entrance.]
...Is this the Serene?
[that's what Robin called it, anyway. Tonic is still sticking close, but he eyes the building with a certain slow-dawning recognition of his own.]