Written By Kenna
June 23, 2018, 7:28 p.m.(1/24/1009 AR)
When Gaius was last in town he pointedly asked me how the other nobles treated us, and I could honestly say that the ones I've met have been perfectly nice. He seemed surprised and he had good reason to be so.
As more time has gone by and I have dipped my toes more pots and circles I HAVE come across the kind of distaste that Gaius was worried about. It's more in sideline looks, a general tone of dismissal, but nothing outright rude. I think most of those with strong feelings about my elevation also have strong feelings about being polite.
Really, I can't blame them for their looks and tones. I haven't done a single thing to deserve my elevation. Silas, yes. Me? I'm just riding on his coat-tails. Maybe someday I'll do something worth this elevation. SOMEDAY.
For now though, I'm happy to be able to do little things to help Hawkhold where I can. I am sure my parents laugh as I'm FINALLY putting to good use all those lessons that I dodged as a kid about trade agreements and how best to handle money. It all has a PURPOSE now though and that makes all the difference.
As more time has gone by and I have dipped my toes more pots and circles I HAVE come across the kind of distaste that Gaius was worried about. It's more in sideline looks, a general tone of dismissal, but nothing outright rude. I think most of those with strong feelings about my elevation also have strong feelings about being polite.
Really, I can't blame them for their looks and tones. I haven't done a single thing to deserve my elevation. Silas, yes. Me? I'm just riding on his coat-tails. Maybe someday I'll do something worth this elevation. SOMEDAY.
For now though, I'm happy to be able to do little things to help Hawkhold where I can. I am sure my parents laugh as I'm FINALLY putting to good use all those lessons that I dodged as a kid about trade agreements and how best to handle money. It all has a PURPOSE now though and that makes all the difference.
Written By Derovai
June 23, 2018, 6:51 p.m.(1/24/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Caspian
I see you're buying people gifts. If you ever want to buy me a really good knife, I wouldn't say no.
Yes, I know she's your relative. I still think I should get a gift.
Yes, I know she's your relative. I still think I should get a gift.
Written By Bashira
June 23, 2018, 6:44 p.m.(1/24/1009 AR)
Since arriving in the city I have befriended a few people and had meetings with them. One of these individuals that sticks with me I met at the bonfire that was held by Prince Darren. He surprised me recently with a gift that was unexpected and it made me realize that I wish to spend more time with him. Right now I'm working on my own surprise gift for him. I hope that he likes it.
Written By Bashira
June 23, 2018, 6:40 p.m.(1/24/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Caspian
Caspian bought me a dress and slippers. They are beautiful! I think I can wear them in late Spring and most of Summer. He's been trying to spoil me since I arrived and I want to buy him things as well! Hopefully I will be able to repay the love my brother has shown so many times over.
Written By Caspian
June 23, 2018, 6:11 p.m.(1/24/1009 AR)
I'm so exicted for the duels I got coming up. It's been a while since I fought in a duel. People seem to only hire me for serious ones lately, which is kinda funny because I'm not at all a serious person! Oh well, just means they respect my skill!
Two duels against Jeffeth. At least it's not Luca this time! Getting tired of fighting against Luca, nice to have a new opponent. And you know what they say, right? Bigger they are, harder they fall!
Two duels against Jeffeth. At least it's not Luca this time! Getting tired of fighting against Luca, nice to have a new opponent. And you know what they say, right? Bigger they are, harder they fall!
Written By Sparte
June 23, 2018, 5:47 p.m.(1/24/1009 AR)
Tiny Tom took off to try to hunt down Highlord Victus' cat, best as I can tell. I caught her before she could actually make it to The Maw. This is getting really frustrating to deal with, I hope she gets over whatever rivalry the two have going on soon.
Written By Sabella
June 23, 2018, 5:44 p.m.(1/24/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Niklas
FOUR! MORE! DAYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Almost just THREE!
I'm too excited to sleep!!
Almost just THREE!
I'm too excited to sleep!!
Written By Ida
June 23, 2018, 5:35 p.m.(1/24/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Khanne
As well, Lady Khanne, do you hold such a warm place in my own heart. Your kind words are more generous than I deserve! I am no less grateful for them. Time does seem to conspire against us, but I am glad for the missives as well as chances to make a little something. The idea was yours, so I can hardly take credit for just putting your lovely image to metal. Still, that it had a place in your very courtyard is an honor I'm so glad to have! May you and Lord Percephon create many memories sitting upon it.
Written By Cambria
June 23, 2018, 5:31 p.m.(1/24/1009 AR)
What a many sided thing is the telling of a tale.
Written By Mirari
June 23, 2018, 1:10 p.m.(1/24/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Theo
That's not how you get in an argument on the whites, you have to offend someone and then tell them that they're stupid for being offended. Try it.
Written By Theo
June 23, 2018, 1:07 p.m.(1/24/1009 AR)
I would rather enjoy a nice public disagreement in the White Journals, I think. I'll have to try harder to offend people.
Written By Theo
June 23, 2018, 12:49 p.m.(1/24/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Enyo
While I do not know you, and I did not know your husband, I must express my deepest condolences for your loss. It pains us all greatly.
Written By Theo
June 23, 2018, 12:41 p.m.(1/24/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Duarte
Scoundrel! Rake! Rapscallion! Knave! Etc.
I look forward to seeing you again, Count Duarte! It really was a lovely night.
(I'm coming to win my money back.)
I look forward to seeing you again, Count Duarte! It really was a lovely night.
(I'm coming to win my money back.)
Written By Riagnon
June 23, 2018, 12:37 p.m.(1/24/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Belladonna
Hubris and public hideousness where the kin of her own child is concerned.
Written By Rymarr
June 23, 2018, 12:31 p.m.(1/24/1009 AR)
An Ode to Omega
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You were massive and you were my friend
Knocked down doors better than my other friend Felicia
Our friendship was short-lived and doomed to end
Thankfully you never had to worry about alopecia
An honor it was to stand in support
Until I could feel the semblance of life fade
I'm truly afraid that this ode will fall short
I regret that I couldn't have stayed
I also regret that I didn't just hire a damn poet to write this
At least I gave it try
It's becoming pure rubbish
Stick to what you're good at, Ry.
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You were massive and you were my friend
Knocked down doors better than my other friend Felicia
Our friendship was short-lived and doomed to end
Thankfully you never had to worry about alopecia
An honor it was to stand in support
Until I could feel the semblance of life fade
I'm truly afraid that this ode will fall short
I regret that I couldn't have stayed
I also regret that I didn't just hire a damn poet to write this
At least I gave it try
It's becoming pure rubbish
Stick to what you're good at, Ry.
Written By Belladonna
June 23, 2018, 12:22 p.m.(1/24/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Lydia
You did not deign to speak to either Cassius or myself in the -months- after our return from Setarco. Never once did you reach out or attempt to make contact. Not to either of us. It was only -after- Cassius' death (nearly a year after our return) that you decided was a good time to finally try to make contact.
As they say, too little, too late.
And your cousin is an idiot.
As they say, too little, too late.
And your cousin is an idiot.
Written By Luca
June 23, 2018, 12:09 p.m.(1/24/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Joscelin
I will have you know, Guildmaster, that the last woman I took under my wing, she turned out quite well!
I might be a hot mess, but I am rather okay at teaching. My methods are just mysterious, that is all.
I might be a hot mess, but I am rather okay at teaching. My methods are just mysterious, that is all.
Written By Lydia
June 23, 2018, 12:04 p.m.(1/24/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Belladonna
Belladonna was my sister-in-law. More than that she was a mentor and a friend as I took on the mantle my sister left me.
Then Cassius was slain, and she became bitter. She lashed out at me in her journal once and I let it go. Times were troubling. This would pass, and we'd be as we were again.
Now, she has lashed out similarly at my cousin and I am left dumbstruck. How could someone I thought I knew, that I trusted, change so much? The Belladonna I knew would never have acted like this.
Then Cassius was slain, and she became bitter. She lashed out at me in her journal once and I let it go. Times were troubling. This would pass, and we'd be as we were again.
Now, she has lashed out similarly at my cousin and I am left dumbstruck. How could someone I thought I knew, that I trusted, change so much? The Belladonna I knew would never have acted like this.
Written By Lydia
June 23, 2018, noon(1/24/1009 AR)
I continue to focus my efforts on learning and improving. I want to be the best I can be, for Nightgold and Redrain and The Compact of course, but also for me. I want to live up to the examples of my father and sister and ancestors before me.
I can no longer simply drift, I must chart a course.
I can no longer simply drift, I must chart a course.
Written By Khanne
June 23, 2018, 9:59 a.m.(1/24/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Ida
Dame Ida, you have always held a warm place in my heart, though we rarely get to see each other socially. It was you that crafted my bow when my old one was lost on my travels to Arx. It was you who created the beautiful knife I wield. It is you I have often gone to with some vague idea about what I would like to give as a gift to someone that you run with and create the most perfect, most amazing piece of metal artistry that I am so proud to give to those I love or care for.
But now, you have outdone yourself. Thank you, so very much, for this beautiful wedding gift. It is absolutely amazing. In fact, it is perfect in every way! I have given it a home in our courtyard, and I look forward to many years sitting there with Percephon by my side.
Thank you!
But now, you have outdone yourself. Thank you, so very much, for this beautiful wedding gift. It is absolutely amazing. In fact, it is perfect in every way! I have given it a home in our courtyard, and I look forward to many years sitting there with Percephon by my side.
Thank you!
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