House call (Yes, another Frenchman - and an introduction...)

[doctor_pascal]

The carriage stops in front of the Mansion, and a man, in his mid-twenties, walks up the steps. His hair is unkempt, he is sporting a stubble, and a rare thing for a man of the 19th century, he does not wear a hat. He looks around with curious eyes, frowns, and knocks on the door.

His horses and carriage have stopped and await him - he never did

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[lionandboar]

Since this fellow bothered to knock, Admetus can only assume that he is new. "Please come in," he says upon opening the door, stepping aside that the gentleman might do so.

[doctor_pascal]

He’s been busy looking around, distracted, and he starts when the door opens.

“Oh,” he wonders a moment, “Oh, yes, I was merely looking for the road to Plassans. Or is this the Paradou?”

Bad manners. He shakes his head at himself.

“Forgive me, good day, sir. I am the Docteur Pascal.”

[lionandboar]

He bows. "Admetus of Pherae. I do not know those places, but I am little acquainted with this country. I cannot even say what country it may be. But please, come in."

[doctor_pascal]

"But France, of course," he says, looking at him intently. How could one not know what country they are in?

His mind races - the man must be mad. Truly and well mad. Delirium, likely, has taken hold. This gives him a very small shudder - but Pascal can hold himself.

[lionandboar]

"Is it? I have long wondered. But even so, I fear I do not know the land."

[doctor_pascal]

"Is there someone else, who might supply me with the indications, good sir? I do need to get to my patients..."

[lionandboar]

"I have found none who can direct me towards my own destination. But you may well have better luck than I. Failing that, may I offer food, or water?"

[doctor_pascal]

It was a hot ride, and water indeed… “I suppose I can accept some water,” he says, smiling. “Thank you, Lord Pherae.”

[lionandboar]

"Just Admetus will do. It's just this way."

[doctor_pascal]

"Then just Pascal, if you please," he replies as he follows him.