Hazardous Times: Chapter XII - Yet More Intrigues - Page 13

Attalus · 08-25-2002, 08:39 PM

ILLEK (To Verloren, without the slightest sign of embarrassment, he stands and bows gracefully) "Your Highness, I stood by on the off-chance that you might desire some information. I would be happy to escort one of my kindred, so fair, back to that spot. My name is Illek Silverhair, of the wood elves. Are you sufficiently refreshed? I am at perfect liberty to set off at once."

Galadria · 08-25-2002, 08:44 PM

LADY GALADRIA (To the man.) "Hah, Eliza dead? Would that it were so. I saw her alive and breathing not a week ago. Perhaps this Jonathan would like her back. He will have time, for he is not the true king after all, but my comapnion, the Princess Isaura. I will see her queen or be buried first, else. Tell me, where is this Jonathan?"

Legolas · 08-25-2002, 08:54 PM

Legolas

Despite the day's busy beginnings, the rest passes calmly. The pair spots no more travelers along the road, and Legolas is too caught up in his thoughts to pay much attention to other signs as they pass. The worry for his friend is great, but the comfort he takes in walking beside Sorsha makes it bearable.
Finally, as twilight begins to creep in, he sighs and pushes the subject from his mind. He'd repeated it to himself many times, but only now chose to believe that worrying would not help him, at least not until he knew more.
Besides, they needed to make camp before it got full dark.

As he gathers firewood he tries to watch for animal tracks and any signs of danger. The ranger finds he has trouble doing so, however, as something else begins nagging at him. He returns to see that Sorsha had done her part in setting up the camp, and manages a brief smile.

"I'm afraid I haven't been very good company today," the elf says as he tries to get the fire going. "Sorry about that. It's just... If I'd gone straight to him maybe Durlan would be safe now. We're two days from his cabin, and that could be two days too many. I... It's..."

He stops talking, realising that if he went on much longer it'd all just get more and more incoherent. Instead, he grits his teeth and turns his frustration on his flint. One spark soon grows into a small fire, and the ranger peers into it's depths unseeing.

Lady Blue03 · 08-25-2002, 09:57 PM

Verloren
Verloren made a small smile, "Thank you, Illek Silverhair. I am Verloren Esagaroth Dragonflame, descended from the sea elves...on my mothers side," her smile got a bit wider, "I can eat on the way. One moment,"

She turned to Wind Shadow, "Return home, and wait for my return. Cormamin niuve tenna' ta elea lle au'," she kissed his nose and let him nuzzle her hair, then he disapeared into the trees at a fast gallop. She turned back to Illek, her face glowing,

"I am ready, let us leave!"

mistral4543 · 08-26-2002, 09:25 AM

Isaura

They head in the direction pointed out by the informer, Isaura breathing rather unsteadily ~ I do hope there will not be too much of a conflict ahead... ~ Legs striding forward mechanically ~ What proof do I have, anyway? And how will this Jonathan take the tidings we bear?

Before they know it, they have been ushered into a well-furnished home and made to wait for the master to appear. It is not a comfortable feeling, and she does not understand completely why.

mistral4543 · 08-26-2002, 09:33 AM

Jonathan

He enters the room, his chiselled features a beauty to behold. As he advances towards them, his smile reveals a pair of shining straight teeth ~ "My apologies for keeping you waiting, fair ladies. I have neglected my duties as a host, abominably. Tell me, what may I do for you?" ~ His questioning stare sweeping across their faces steadily.

mistral4543 · 08-26-2002, 09:46 AM

Sorsha

She watches him, biting her lips as she watches his attempt to remain that lovable, dependable and selfness person that he has always been. As she finally addresses him, her voice is contrite:

"The heavens know, I've been a selfish brat in my pursuit for freedom, Legolas." ~ She forces back her tears, knowing their uselessness at such a time ~ "I say sorry now, not to beg for your forgiveness - for we are beyond that point now, and it is pointless to do so - but because denial of my folly would be a greater sin." ~ Inhaling deeply before she continues ~ "I will do my best to think less of myself, and more for you and your loved ones."

She lapses into embarassed silence, pottering about as well.

Attalus · 08-26-2002, 07:28 PM

ILEK (To Verloren) "Ah, so ready as that? This man must have meant much in your life. Or, mayhap, you are bored and seek adventure?" (One corner of his mouth twtches a bit.) No, matter, we shall leave, and I shall hope to prove you a good companion." (They set off through the gathering light, the leaves turning from grey to green. He heads for the high road and makes steadily north, making sure his gait will not tire her. At length, after a long day, they come to a sparkling stream fed by a pool with a small waterfall. There seem to have been recent camping here, and he turns to Verloren.) "This seems a pleasant spot, as others before us have seen, I see. Perhaps we can rest here."

Galadria · 08-26-2002, 07:44 PM

LADY GALADRIA(Rises. His looks and manners make no apparent impact upon her, and she responds with her customary serious scowl. It can be noted that she is an inch taller than he.) "Thank you for your welcome. We are ambassadors of a sort. I am sure that you must know that the Order of the Sacred Heart of Lathander has an army mobilised on your northern border, based at Erebos. Your legitimacy has been questioned by some members of my Order, and there is support for a rival claimant, Princess Isaura, who some feel has a better claim than you. We are to notify you of that fact, and to bring back any reply that you may care to make. Oh, and also, you may care to send greeting to Princess Eliza, who is with our forces, also. It may please you to know that she is well and safe, though not at all interested in contesting anyone's claim to the throne." (She crosses her arms and waits for his reply.)

mistral4543 · 08-26-2002, 08:04 PM

Jonathan

A cloud drifted by his face, but he quickly regained his composure, his smile somewhat stiffer as he looked to the pink-armoured paladin ~ "You must understand that this comes as... quite a surprise to me, my lady. I had no idea of this... contention... that you speak of." ~ Here, he turned to gaze upon Isaura ~ "You are the alleged Princess Isaura, then?" ~ His voice a little dubious ~ "You will have a number of obstacles to overcome, however... just as I had several, myself. The people will not be convinced by brute force." ~ The tone has turned a little brusque, but now regained its measured control.

"I fear this is not a good beginning... certainly not as well as I had hoped. Would you take a seat while I call for refreshments?" ~ And he clapped his hands, summoning the servants to bring in fresh fruit and spring water.

08-25-2002, 09:57 PM	#124
Lady Blue03 Xanathar Thieves Guild Join Date: January 18, 2002 Age: 39 Posts: 4,557	Verloren Verloren made a small smile, "Thank you, Illek Silverhair. I am Verloren Esagaroth Dragonflame, descended from the sea elves...on my mothers side," her smile got a bit wider, "I can eat on the way. One moment," She turned to Wind Shadow, "Return home, and wait for my return. Cormamin niuve tenna' ta elea lle au'," she kissed his nose and let him nuzzle her hair, then he disapeared into the trees at a fast gallop. She turned back to Illek, her face glowing, "I am ready, let us leave!" __________________ Yep I'm still lurking!

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08-25-2002, 08:39 PM	#121
Attalus Symbol of Bane Join Date: November 26, 2001 Location: Texas Age: 76 Posts: 8,167	ILLEK (To Verloren, without the slightest sign of embarrassment, he stands and bows gracefully) "Your Highness, I stood by on the off-chance that you might desire some information. I would be happy to escort one of my kindred, so fair, back to that spot. My name is Illek Silverhair, of the wood elves. Are you sufficiently refreshed? I am at perfect liberty to set off at once."

08-25-2002, 08:44 PM	#122
Galadria 20th Level Warrior Join Date: November 3, 2001 Location: Texas Age: 55 Posts: 2,830	LADY GALADRIA (To the man.) "Hah, Eliza dead? Would that it were so. I saw her alive and breathing not a week ago. Perhaps this Jonathan would like her back. He will have time, for he is not the true king after all, but my comapnion, the Princess Isaura. I will see her queen or be buried first, else. Tell me, where is this Jonathan?"

08-25-2002, 08:54 PM	#123
Legolas Jack Burton Join Date: March 31, 2001 Location: The zephyr lands beneath the brine. Age: 40 Posts: 5,459	Legolas Despite the day's busy beginnings, the rest passes calmly. The pair spots no more travelers along the road, and Legolas is too caught up in his thoughts to pay much attention to other signs as they pass. The worry for his friend is great, but the comfort he takes in walking beside Sorsha makes it bearable. Finally, as twilight begins to creep in, he sighs and pushes the subject from his mind. He'd repeated it to himself many times, but only now chose to believe that worrying would not help him, at least not until he knew more. Besides, they needed to make camp before it got full dark. As he gathers firewood he tries to watch for animal tracks and any signs of danger. The ranger finds he has trouble doing so, however, as something else begins nagging at him. He returns to see that Sorsha had done her part in setting up the camp, and manages a brief smile. "I'm afraid I haven't been very good company today," the elf says as he tries to get the fire going. "Sorry about that. It's just... If I'd gone straight to him maybe Durlan would be safe now. We're two days from his cabin, and that could be two days too many. I... It's..." He stops talking, realising that if he went on much longer it'd all just get more and more incoherent. Instead, he grits his teeth and turns his frustration on his flint. One spark soon grows into a small fire, and the ranger peers into it's depths unseeing.

08-26-2002, 09:25 AM	#125
mistral4543 Ma'at - Goddess of Truth & Justice Join Date: September 5, 2001 Location: House of Freelight Age: 48 Posts: 3,159	Isaura They head in the direction pointed out by the informer, Isaura breathing rather unsteadily ~ I do hope there will not be too much of a conflict ahead... ~ Legs striding forward mechanically ~ What proof do I have, anyway? And how will this Jonathan take the tidings we bear? Before they know it, they have been ushered into a well-furnished home and made to wait for the master to appear. It is not a comfortable feeling, and she does not understand completely why.

08-26-2002, 09:33 AM	#126
mistral4543 Ma'at - Goddess of Truth & Justice Join Date: September 5, 2001 Location: House of Freelight Age: 48 Posts: 3,159	Jonathan He enters the room, his chiselled features a beauty to behold. As he advances towards them, his smile reveals a pair of shining straight teeth ~ "My apologies for keeping you waiting, fair ladies. I have neglected my duties as a host, abominably. Tell me, what may I do for you?" ~ His questioning stare sweeping across their faces steadily.

08-26-2002, 09:46 AM	#127
mistral4543 Ma'at - Goddess of Truth & Justice Join Date: September 5, 2001 Location: House of Freelight Age: 48 Posts: 3,159	Sorsha She watches him, biting her lips as she watches his attempt to remain that lovable, dependable and selfness person that he has always been. As she finally addresses him, her voice is contrite: "The heavens know, I've been a selfish brat in my pursuit for freedom, Legolas." ~ She forces back her tears, knowing their uselessness at such a time ~ "I say sorry now, not to beg for your forgiveness - for we are beyond that point now, and it is pointless to do so - but because denial of my folly would be a greater sin." ~ Inhaling deeply before she continues ~ "I will do my best to think less of myself, and more for you and your loved ones." She lapses into embarassed silence, pottering about as well.

08-26-2002, 07:28 PM	#128
Attalus Symbol of Bane Join Date: November 26, 2001 Location: Texas Age: 76 Posts: 8,167	ILEK (To Verloren) "Ah, so ready as that? This man must have meant much in your life. Or, mayhap, you are bored and seek adventure?" (One corner of his mouth twtches a bit.) No, matter, we shall leave, and I shall hope to prove you a good companion." (They set off through the gathering light, the leaves turning from grey to green. He heads for the high road and makes steadily north, making sure his gait will not tire her. At length, after a long day, they come to a sparkling stream fed by a pool with a small waterfall. There seem to have been recent camping here, and he turns to Verloren.) "This seems a pleasant spot, as others before us have seen, I see. Perhaps we can rest here."

08-26-2002, 07:44 PM	#129
Galadria 20th Level Warrior Join Date: November 3, 2001 Location: Texas Age: 55 Posts: 2,830	LADY GALADRIA(Rises. His looks and manners make no apparent impact upon her, and she responds with her customary serious scowl. It can be noted that she is an inch taller than he.) "Thank you for your welcome. We are ambassadors of a sort. I am sure that you must know that the Order of the Sacred Heart of Lathander has an army mobilised on your northern border, based at Erebos. Your legitimacy has been questioned by some members of my Order, and there is support for a rival claimant, Princess Isaura, who some feel has a better claim than you. We are to notify you of that fact, and to bring back any reply that you may care to make. Oh, and also, you may care to send greeting to Princess Eliza, who is with our forces, also. It may please you to know that she is well and safe, though not at all interested in contesting anyone's claim to the throne." (She crosses her arms and waits for his reply.)

08-26-2002, 08:04 PM	#130
mistral4543 Ma'at - Goddess of Truth & Justice Join Date: September 5, 2001 Location: House of Freelight Age: 48 Posts: 3,159	Jonathan A cloud drifted by his face, but he quickly regained his composure, his smile somewhat stiffer as he looked to the pink-armoured paladin ~ "You must understand that this comes as... quite a surprise to me, my lady. I had no idea of this... contention... that you speak of." ~ Here, he turned to gaze upon Isaura ~ "You are the alleged Princess Isaura, then?" ~ His voice a little dubious ~ "You will have a number of obstacles to overcome, however... just as I had several, myself. The people will not be convinced by brute force." ~ The tone has turned a little brusque, but now regained its measured control. "I fear this is not a good beginning... certainly not as well as I had hoped. Would you take a seat while I call for refreshments?" ~ And he clapped his hands, summoning the servants to bring in fresh fruit and spring water.

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