Topic: The something extra

Ander Northlander

Date: 2011-07-02 16:26 EST
In his time in RhyDin Ander had notice that most of the people he meet either in Magical Delights or ConColor or in general smelled either clean, of hard work or a good battle (neither of the last two being a bad thing). But he also noticed that some (the business owners and such) had an extra smell both males and females and that he could tell who was coming by that smell, (personal perfume or cologne) perhaps he and Veronica, should get that same recognition.

After thinking about it some more he decided that veronicas would be a no reason serprize, he asked around and found the origins of these perfumes and colognes a shop called "Hearts Notes" after a little more searching he found it and after a quick look both ways stepped inside and looked for the owner and creator.

Elessaria

Date: 2011-07-15 19:45 EST
When the bell chimed the arrival of another patron, Eless stepped out from the back room where she had been diligently working on hand carving some scented soaps for a private order. A smile illuminated her delicate features and elven silk fluttered about her ankles when she moved to greet him.

"Lord Ander!" Her warm tone softened the formal greeting. "'Tis indeed a pleasant surprise and honour to see thee. Welcome to Heart Notes!" She swept her tiny hand, palm up, in a welcoming gesture. "What may I assist thee with today?"

Ander Northlander

Date: 2011-07-16 08:33 EST
With a smile Ander replied, "Milady Please, just Ander, and through your skill any honor is yours alone, and it is that skill that I seek, I believe what is called signature scents as a gift for my wife a perfume and a cologne for myself, both a reward for allowed closeness, not punishment for being in the same room, and if possible the two complementing each other. My wife's I can't describe the smell that I shall leave to your skills, but I can explain the feeling faint but alluring , and mysteries, like following a scent familiar but at the same time different through a moon lite forest losing it then finding it again until you discover its source a new type of night blooming orchid."

And removing a white silk wrapped bundle from a large traveling pouch at his hip he unwrapped it to reveal what looked like a large fresh picked orchid, perhaps 6 inches across and 4 high it was iridescent white, with fine lines of indigo emerging from the base of each pedal no more than an inch. Turning it around showing that it was about " thick, and handing it to her, Ander explained "this is her decanter, it is NuTerrain crystal and hollow with enough extra crystal in back to keep it upright, the stopper and its attached dispensing wand are hidden behind the top pedal."

Then unwrapping a second bundle this of tanned leather, "This is my decanter," it was a slightly flat bottomed amber oval six inches high and 3 across and an inch thick a thin line of emerald going from top to bottom, its stopper worked into the top of the oval. I not sure if it makes it easier or not I can tell you the smells I like the smells of the woods, in spring earth push aside by emerging ferns, musk, warm slightly damp leather, masculine spices and woods like sandal wood. Something to bridge the gap between my two worlds of warrior prince and businessman."

Handing her the second decanter Ander again reached into his hip pouch and removed a small pouch and opening it removed a cut and polished gemstone. "I hope this will be sufficient payment for your time and skill, it is a one carrot prism diamond," in the light of the shop it shimmered in all the colors of the rainbow.

Elessaria

Date: 2011-07-18 22:20 EST
Eless inclined her head at Ander's words, the smile still curving her lips as she listened attentively to the descriptors he used. Very often the empath had to really work hard at discovering just what her client wanted, but Ander was quite specific. It certainly made for a clear reference point for her to start the orders.

"Oh, these decanters are truly lovely. Dost thou craft them thyself?" It was a bit unusual for her clients to come with their own bottles, but it did not bother the empath in the least. She admired their workmanship, then set them carefully on the counter. When she saw the payment, she politely dismissed it with a wave of her hand. "Although I appreciate thine offer, I would much prefer if thou wouldest pay me when the fragrances hath been complete. I want to make sure thou wilt be satisfied before I could accept any payment." Ideas were already beginning to blossom in her mind and she added, "I should have a sample ready of each by the end of the week if that doth suit thee?"

————— ((The final fragrances can be found here: ConColour Fragrances))

Ander Northlander

Date: 2011-07-24 14:26 EST
With a smile of less of pride and more of approval from a fellow craftsmen Ander replied "both decanters are of my making, please when you have the time stop by magical delights and view me and my wife's other creations."

Being a craftsmen himself Ander understood Eless" reason for postponed payment, confidents in the quality of her work to the point of not wanting payment until the customer also is satisfied. and replied 'very will, milady then payment on completion," Those confidents let the customer expect quality service for their money. " I shall return then, but I have seen or should I say smelt your work and know that both shall be beyond my expectation."

Before he turned to leave Ander stated ?Please you and a guest come to ConColor's for a night out, on the house. Then added "We are taking reservation for all kinds of parties and other events

Ander Northlander

Date: 2011-07-28 22:39 EST
Ander returned a few days later

Placing the sample of veronicas perfume on a table Ander took a step backwards and waited for the aroma to enter his nose, "faint at first it grows slightly but never over powering, it almost required a second sniff to make sure you were smelling something, and then causes the desire for a third, perfect milady just as I describe."

Stepping back to the table Ander shielded veronicas sample from the air and places his on the table and again took a step back

Smelling the sample from a step away Ander commented ?More than I could have expected the smells of the wild forest but in such a way that it is perfect for a business owner.

Ander hand Eless the one carrot prism diamond that he had offered her before as payment.