Never a Cat so Clever

 22nd of the Second Astral Moon - 006 7AE

I narrowly missed being roped into an exam at the Still Shore. Ran told me he was spreading rumours that the doctors in room 5 were doing mandatory rectal exams just to watch the people waiting squirm. Needless to say I got a chuckle out of it.

I was running a bit late for Jancis' hike to Thaliak's thingy in Mor Dhona. Fuzzy is a big guy but I needed to keep him safe from the big nasty mutant frogs. I made certain to approach Iskierka and Jancis when I had a chance about a meeting for those of us who got cursed and anyone who knows anything about voidsent. Namely Sig. Also Ran can come too because he's my brother. Haven't seen the seedy keeper around, but I'm not entirely sure I care, even if he does have this curse as well. If we need a sacrifice, I'll just volunteer him.

Since Ran wasn't at the hike making googly eyes at Jancis from a distance (I swear I need to get him to talk to her proper), I decided to go back to the Still Shore for a bit of a break with Fuzzy. He does this thing where he pets my ears just right- it makes me a little nostalgic for Dhem. Off-topic though- apologies, I'm terrible about that. Why am I apologizing to a journal. In any case, we made it back and Ran was at the desk with his feet up. At first I thought I was in trouble, though I am certain I hadn't done anything since getting this curse. You can imagine my relief when I realized he was just there, sniffing out gossip. 

First Ren emerged from Reinette's quarters, looking like she was ready to commit murder. Or several murders. Then Sig, looking flustered and carrying a stack of books outside. I knew something was in the air because you could cut the tension with a knife. Actually, you'd probably need something a little stronger- like one of those big mechanical saws you see at lumber mills- OFF TOPIC AGAIN. Sorry.

Seeing that something was clearly amiss, Ran, Fuzzy and I divided up, each of us taking one of the three injured parties. Ran to Reinette, Fuzzy to Sig, and myself to Ren. Tea was made, and thankfully things didn't escalate (although when I went outside, I noticed Ran was about to bloody well bash Sig's face in, and considering Sig's remark to Reinette, I don't blame him. Mark my words, I have a few things to say to Sig myself).  Ren is very much concerned about Reinette's well-being right now, and I can't say she's at all wrong to be. Reinette always seemed a bit distant and shy, but going into her room that one time to talk about the curse, and then seeing this mess, I have to wonder if there's something more at work. Ren said something about inner demons and such- I can't quote her precisely, she is far more eloquent than I can ever hope to be. Regardless, I hope it's the metaphorical kind of inner demons and that an exorcism won't be necessary.

After all was said and done, A'ran went to look after Reinette and Fuzzy and I hung out upstairs with Sig, eating cake and drinking juice. I mentioned very blatantly that the drinking of juice makes certain things taste much less disgusting- it might be an incentive to get Fuzzy to lay off the damn booze. L'aenoh came up for a bit too and he has caught on to our scheme of stealing juice. Ran and I don't even need it, we just like rustling his tail- though I hope he's not serious about burning the house down. Stae and L'ae also seem to be in a spot of trouble- I offered any aid I can give, though I won't be mentioning that to Ran. I know his policy of involvement , and while it keeps you safe, I refuse to lose more people I love. 

For now, things are tense but haven't exploded yet. Fuzzy is fast asleep and I should probably either do the same or get home. I want to ask brother about what's going on.