Arrival of an envoy

Jaric Carthallion · Posted: Mon Mar 30, 2009 3:37 am Post subject:

{{ frowns}}

I find this tiring. You came here in fear of your life, yet there has been no direct move against you. You say the King and Queen of Aegis wish you dead, but in your own words you tell us that you have served them for years and you remain alive.

You have been tormented by them, this is clear, it is the nature of a bully to torment the weak. If the Baron or his wife truly wished you dead, then this conversation would not be happening.

Now, to the matter at hand. Here I hold a legal document, signed and sealed by the King of Aegis proclaiming you two leglally wed. I will ask each of you once, and only once, do you wish to uphold this as legally binding

I expect the next words to be either a yes or no from you two, anything furhter will try my patience in this matter.

Amarra · Posted: Mon Mar 30, 2009 6:59 am Post subject:

~closes her eyes a moment to steady herself, but the darkness of her thoughts does anything but. Visions of the events she has described, of every time she watched Bathory hurt someone, of every time Vladamir threatened her, swim through her mind alongside thoughts of what will happen if she returns to Aegis. She knows fear is only part of the reason she came to Icehold in the first place, that she would have come eventually regardless of whether the king and queen of Aegis meant her any direct harm, and she almost wishes she had never asked for sanctuary. At least then her reasons would have been more clear, and if Lord Jaric had still let her stay, it wouldn't have been because he'd had no choice by the law of the church. She wishes she could say those things, make things more clear if Lord Jaric doesn't already know, but she knows it's too late.

She can almost feel Jared, feel his anger and resentment, his hurt pride. She isn't happy to have hurt him, but his attitude here this day makes it clear to her that it was never really her he wanted, though maybe he'd managed to convince himself otherwise. She doesn't have much experience with love, but she believes if he'd truly loved her, he would not have been so quick to condemn her without waiting to speak with her himself, nor would he have tried to force her hand when it was clear it wasn't what she wanted.

Something between sadness, desperation, and despair creeps into her, and she longs to pray, if only for guidance, but she is afraid to try after the last time. Still, her thoughts whisper the hint of a prayer, though her mind fears to direct it too specifically: "If I can be of service to Your will or to Lord Jaric, please let me, whether I am allowed to stay or forced to leave." Somehow the emotions warring inside her come together into a strange sort of calmness, allowing her to organize her thoughts, and to open her eyes to look at the king, to give the only answer she can~

No, my lord.

~without turning her eyes from him, she sends a brief mindlink to the queen, her "voice very formal~

"My queen, whatever the king decides, I would beg a private audience with you, if there is time. If you will, I request Lord Catona and Admiral Kinsen be present as well."
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Jared Crimsonflame · Posted: Fri Apr 03, 2009 3:21 am Post subject:

Put in the worst of positions, inner fury would be directed at Vlad for putting him there to begin with let alone this humiliation. Saying 'No' which was his gut inner reaction, would then make him guilty of disobeying the wishes of King Vladamir and therefore treason - and so Jared forced himself with resentment to say the following words.

"Yes."

He would sort out the legalities with Vladamir later.[/i]

Jaric Carthallion · Posted: Fri Apr 03, 2009 3:47 am Post subject:

{{ nods, turning to Ralean who has remained the only one not to speak}}

Since the lady wishes to contest the document here then I have no choice but to dismiss her from my territories and send you back to Aegis to settle this matter.

The Princess will be made ready within the hour. Will you require fresh mounts, or would a carriage suit your needs more readily?

Amarra · Posted: Fri Apr 03, 2009 12:29 pm Post subject:

~bows her head, her eyes closing, as the world seems to spin around her. Tears spill down her cheeks, and panic threatens to claim her, until something seems to shift within her, fear so great that it overwhelms her mind. She feels the same dread, but it is distant, as if she's sensing the emotions of someone else, far away. After a moment, she looks up with eyes that are almost vacant, and her voice is clear, but hollow, when she speaks~

If it was fear alone that drove me away from Aegis, I would have walked into the sea and never returned. I came here to serve but caused only trouble instead. I beg your forgiveness, my king. I will return to Aegis, if that is your command. I ask that you pray for my soul, if you remember, and that you know if I ever stand against you, it is not by my free will. If you will allow it, may I have a few minutes to say goodbye to the queen?
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Ralean Andrian SwyftBlade · Posted: Fri Apr 03, 2009 4:58 pm Post subject:

~Ral looks to jaric with a nod and short bow. "M'lord, i thank you for your time." he looks to Amarra with his expression unreadable, and then back to jaric. "If m'lord will allow, we would request time to refresh our mounts and prepare for the long journey home, and allow Princess Amarra to say her farewells as she wishes."~
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Angel · Posted: Fri Apr 03, 2009 11:53 pm Post subject:

*Angel had been watching the proceedings carefully, deliberately not answering Amarra's pleas' for a meeting. The last thing she wished to do was anger Jaric any further with such a thing. However, before such could be explained, a decision was made.

It was with dismay that Amarra would be leaving, but in her mind there was little that could be said or done against it - save starting further trouble with Vlad and his wife.

When Amarra asked to say her goodbyes, Angel felt that she could be granted that at the very least. Instead of expecting anyone to come to her, she rose from her throne and walked down the steps towards her. Taking Amarra's hands into her own, she smiles warmly.*

"You can be strong, Amarra. I will pray for you every night, I promise."
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Amarra · Posted: Sat Apr 04, 2009 12:02 am Post subject:

~smiles faintly, though her eyes remain blank~

Thank you for everything you've done for me, my queen. You have been a dear friend. Please tell the children at the orphanage that I will miss them.

~underlines her words with a mindlink, despite Angel not returning the last one~

"If they let me live, they may do something to me. If you see me again, do not trust me unless you can find out for sure that I am still me. I would rather be dead than under their control. Please tell Admiral Kinsen and Lord Catona the same."
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Jaric Carthallion · Posted: Sun Apr 05, 2009 11:06 pm Post subject:

{{ nods to Ralean}}

See the stablemaster, he will arrange for the care of your mounts. As for yourselves, you are to return here to wait and will take refreshment in a room that will be prepared. The Princess will join you there when her farewells are over.

You are all dismissed.

Ralean Andrian SwyftBlade · Posted: Tue Apr 07, 2009 4:14 am Post subject:

~Ral nods and snaps a fist to his chest in salute. "Thank you, m'lord, for your time and patience." he turns to Angel. "M'lady, 'tis good to see you again, and looking well. I regret the circumstances do not allow for pleasantries, but I would like to give you my regards and greetings anyway." he smiles and bows lightly, turning to Jared and gesturing for him to follow to him as he moves out of the room~
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Angel · Posted: Tue Apr 07, 2009 4:39 am Post subject:

*Nodded to Amarra's ML but spoke outloud.*

"Amarra, I feel your desperation but try not to panic. Perhps all is not as bad as it seems? No matter, I shall certainly tell the children, no doubt they will understand. I'm sure you'll be back again one day."

*She granted Amarra a small smile and patted her on the shoulder.*

"I bless you, and you will be in my thoughts, I promise."

*To then she walked slowly towards Jared. Those blue hues that once filled with happiness clearly now as sharp as glass.*

"I will not be impressed Prince Jared should anything dire happen to your wife when she leaves the confines of Icehold. She came here for safety and since she must leave with you, I expect a Princess to have the utmost in protection. See to it she does."

*He could argue if he wished, her fury at the situation could merely be felt rather than be seen - a far more daunting prospect. However, Raleans light tones distracted her, and she tilted her head with a small smile.*

"Duke Ralean, it has always been a pleasure to see you, yet it is such a shame it has to be under such circumstances. Please make yourself welcome during your stay."
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Amarra · Posted: Tue Apr 07, 2009 5:05 pm Post subject:

~turns back to the king and drops a low, formal curtsy, her knee touching the floor one more time~

I thank you for allowing me to remain as long as I have, and I wish you success in this and any future conflicts. I am forever at your command.

~rises and curtsies again to the queen, then turns and walks from the room without sparing another glance at anyone else, to gather her things for the journey back to Aegis~
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Jared Crimsonflame · Posted: Thu Apr 09, 2009 1:14 am Post subject:

Nodded to Jaric as judgement was finally made. He said nothing, least the entire matter be made worse. As Ralean placed a fist to his chest in salute, so did Jared.

He barely moved as Angel approached, his body straight and eyes ahead. He only answered "Yes, Your Majesty" before being dismissed enough to leave with Ralean. Angel may have been infuriated, but not half as much as he was. He suspected an interesting conversation with Amarra on the journey home.

Ralean Andrian SwyftBlade · Posted: Tue Apr 14, 2009 2:53 am Post subject:

~Ral grins at Angel. 'in such trying times, your hospitality and kindness are most welcome, My Queen. I am sorry as well for these circumstances. perhaps soon we shall meet under better." snaps a fist to his chest towards Jaric once more and turns to the door, not missing a stride as he moves to them, hoping jared would follow as he made his way to speak with the stablemaster about their horses.~
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Jared Crimsonflame · Posted: Sun Apr 19, 2009 2:35 pm Post subject:

Followed the formalities and followed Ralean out of the door swiftly. As furious as he was, he couldn't get out of there fast enough. Although when Amarra left and made her way to her rooms, he turned to Ral and said "I'll catch you up.." before striding in her general direction.