This is the continuation of The Nightingale, for those of you who have not read the introductory chapter. This will contain a portion of the sex, but I would best describe it as foreplay. Enjoy. Feedback, comments and criticism are welcomed.
"I am sincerely sorry about disturbing your slumber, Elisif," Serinee said in a hushed tone. The sudden realization that she was being held captive sunk into her mind. Her expression changed to one of worry and anxiety. Then, without a second passing, her brow furrowed and she glared at the young thief. Serinee chuckled to herself and lazily rolled her eyes. Too often had she seen the mental state of her marks vacillate between foolhardy courage and almost pitiful fear. The Jarl did not offer much of a change in her usual encounters.
"Do not bother with trying to call for your guard," she said, as if to herself. She glanced over to the door, covered with the red glow of a muffle spell she had placed upon it moments before. Instinctively Elisif followed Serinee's eyes to the door. "Rest assured we have our privacy." She removed her hand from the Jarls mouth. She wasted no time in letting the words in her head find a voice.
"What is it you want from me, thief? My money? Or perhaps my jewelry? Take it all and go, and leave me at peace," She spat, her voice flaring with growing contempt for the woman standing above her. "I am in no mood. My husband is taken from me. The Stormcloaks have seen their desires sated. Let me be." She sat up in her bed, supporting herself on her elbows.
"I grieve for Torygg. He was a good man, and a righteous leader. However, the state of things politically no longer interest me. I am a woman of... simpler needs, so to speak," Serinees gleaming blue eyes fixated upon the Jarl. "I believe in Quid pro Quo. If you help me, I can help you. I seek information, you seek consolation." Her voice was stern and unwavering. She noted the sullen look upon the Jarls face at the mention of Torygg. Perhaps it was too soon for Serinee to prey upon Elisifs grievance.
"What information? And who are you to tell me what I seek? You're but a petty thief. You will never know of the love I have lost."
"You're right. I would not wish the loss of a love on even my most hated enemies. I should just get to the purpose of this visit then, shouldn't I? I'm with some very important people. As such, what I'm after is of equal importance. Your cooperation would be most welcomed." As she said this, she reached for the hilt of an Ebony dagger, lacing her fingers around the leather-bound handle. "You were in the company of the Dragonborn very recently. Weeks, I have been told. He was here on business with the late General Tullius. I am aware that you have talked to him about a very important subject, the same subject that has brought me here today. The Elder Scroll." She paused to let her words sink in to the Jarl. She had decided to pull over an ornate chair from the tables along the wall, and maintain level eye contact with her captive.
"I would be a dishonest woman if I denied any of your claims, thief, and it is fairly obvious of your intent. However, what does this information have to do with me?" She asked, curiosity sufficiently piqued in the Jarl.
"Oh, it has everything to do with you. In short, all I truly need from you is the current whereabouts of the Dragonborn. I have ears in many places, Elisif, and I am aware he has told you of his future travels. After you divulge what I require, your reward; yes there will be a reward, will be substantial." She shook her head lightly to her side, pushing away the locks of brown hair that had fallen into her face.
She allowed herself to gaze at the Jarl for a moment. The woman she was merely inches away from was one of elegant beauty. Her voluptuous body was concealed by the blankets she hid under, but she was in plain view of her face. Long, smooth strands of fiery orange hair was in a tangled mess on her head. Her pale blue eyes reflected the lingering sleep that she was interrupted in, and her full, rounded lips were sealed tightly in her pondering of the words Serinee had spoken to her. Simply, she looked beautiful.
"He... he was headed to High Hrothgar. I had told him that the Greybeards would assist him in his search for a Scroll. That should be enough for you, thief." She said shortly, clearly indicating she thought her usefulness was complete.
Serinee sighed and lifted her body onto the edge of the Jarls bed. She hesitated at the sudden advance of the thief, but her resolve refused to falter.