WooddogSam
LCC- An Audience with a Queen
As the politics of Roawia shifted towards stability after the War, Sir Rivings adapted to a new life as a guardian and protector- one of a parent. The apartments and dens that he had once called his home were no suitable place for a lady, even if he was there to protect her. Instead, he purchased a small keep from a failing baron near the border of Lenfald to call his own.
Controversy had stormed around him as he had taken her home, but soon faded. Those who had seen Sir Faulenhart's face now suddenly noticed how similar Sir Rivings appeared to the fabled knight. Others called him baser names, accusing him of taking her as a wife. On top of buying a castle, the scandal took new heights. Needless to say, Sir Rivings was gaining himself a reputation as an increasingly eccentric noble. He did not mind that claim one bit.
The new Queen decided that she too cared little for such claims. Sir Rivings received word of a great feast for everybody who is anybody in Roawia. Seeing it as an opportunity to learn more about those enemies of the Prince whom he had not yet met, Sir Rivings accepted at once. He called for Faelin and had her make new armor for the occasion. She finished just in time for him to make a leisurely journey to the King's Palace. He made the final preparations for his journey while wearing his new treasure to ensure that it allowed for the movements and physical requirements his work might entail. When it passed his inspection, Sir Rivings discovered he was not ready after all.
"What could I possibly bring to a Queen as a gift? She'll be getting gold, clothes, jewels, and other treasures from nobles all over the land. How can I stand apart?" Rivings pondered aloud. "Perhaps an exquisite armoire, or other furnishing? No, I'd sooner be known as Sir who brought nothing than Sir Decor."
After examining his own treasure room, Sir Rivings returned with a beautiful amulet. "Now this treasure is truly worthy! The gold itself may not be worth much, but the story it carries is worth entire kingdoms. Pirates, valiant knights battling duels for kings, and spies. All the things she ought know about here in Roawia, before she befalls any tragedy herself. It will certainly bring interest to the table. Now I am ready."
"You wouldn't want to leave without your scepter, Sir. I've had Faelin fashion a gem in the pommel, you'll look much more courtly. Bring back stories, Dad. I've had far too few of them from you over the years." Lady Jayne stood in the doorway, dressed in simple, elegant robes of the desert.
"I will bring back more than stories, little dove. Thank you for your kindness. I only hope it doesn't offend the Queen that I carry one." Sir Rivings' smile had become a common sight these days, and it graced the room again now. "One doesn't receive an invitation from royalty every day. Hopefully things go peacefully, but should they turn ugly, it will be my only weapon."
LCC- An Audience with a Queen
As the politics of Roawia shifted towards stability after the War, Sir Rivings adapted to a new life as a guardian and protector- one of a parent. The apartments and dens that he had once called his home were no suitable place for a lady, even if he was there to protect her. Instead, he purchased a small keep from a failing baron near the border of Lenfald to call his own.
Controversy had stormed around him as he had taken her home, but soon faded. Those who had seen Sir Faulenhart's face now suddenly noticed how similar Sir Rivings appeared to the fabled knight. Others called him baser names, accusing him of taking her as a wife. On top of buying a castle, the scandal took new heights. Needless to say, Sir Rivings was gaining himself a reputation as an increasingly eccentric noble. He did not mind that claim one bit.
The new Queen decided that she too cared little for such claims. Sir Rivings received word of a great feast for everybody who is anybody in Roawia. Seeing it as an opportunity to learn more about those enemies of the Prince whom he had not yet met, Sir Rivings accepted at once. He called for Faelin and had her make new armor for the occasion. She finished just in time for him to make a leisurely journey to the King's Palace. He made the final preparations for his journey while wearing his new treasure to ensure that it allowed for the movements and physical requirements his work might entail. When it passed his inspection, Sir Rivings discovered he was not ready after all.
"What could I possibly bring to a Queen as a gift? She'll be getting gold, clothes, jewels, and other treasures from nobles all over the land. How can I stand apart?" Rivings pondered aloud. "Perhaps an exquisite armoire, or other furnishing? No, I'd sooner be known as Sir who brought nothing than Sir Decor."
After examining his own treasure room, Sir Rivings returned with a beautiful amulet. "Now this treasure is truly worthy! The gold itself may not be worth much, but the story it carries is worth entire kingdoms. Pirates, valiant knights battling duels for kings, and spies. All the things she ought know about here in Roawia, before she befalls any tragedy herself. It will certainly bring interest to the table. Now I am ready."
"You wouldn't want to leave without your scepter, Sir. I've had Faelin fashion a gem in the pommel, you'll look much more courtly. Bring back stories, Dad. I've had far too few of them from you over the years." Lady Jayne stood in the doorway, dressed in simple, elegant robes of the desert.
"I will bring back more than stories, little dove. Thank you for your kindness. I only hope it doesn't offend the Queen that I carry one." Sir Rivings' smile had become a common sight these days, and it graced the room again now. "One doesn't receive an invitation from royalty every day. Hopefully things go peacefully, but should they turn ugly, it will be my only weapon."