(http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z335/Bchan1986/nm_zpse24ad6d3.png)<div class="floatleft"><strong>Name:</strong> Ladondra Povey<br/><strong>Status: </strong>Grand Duchess, House of Beaumont<br/><strong>Location:</strong> Queen's reception room<br/><strong>Tagged:</strong> Queen Alveena, Open<br/><br/>It was only then that she heard the doors opening that she focused all her attention upon the person entering the room.  When she had been a child, seeing family had always been a pleasure; especially if it was those from the kingdom of Ahremberg.  During her visits, as soon as everyone else had left them alone, she would cherish what little time spent together.  This was mainly due to not growing up with a mother nor a female figure to look up to.  So secretly, she had looked upon the beloved Queen Alveena as both.  But now that Ladondra was in the sisterhood, she had to put family ties aside and give reason for being here.<br/><br/>After dropping to her knee, she kept her eyes glued to the floor; waiting for her turn to speak.  Once a young woman had stood up and introduced herself as Beatrix von Winterfeldt, daughter of Count Markward von Winterfeldt, and gave her explanations for being here, Ladondra rose to her own feet.  Making direct eye contact with the older woman, she fought the urge to smile.  Grasping the sides of her chemise gown, she curtsied before her before speaking.  "Your Grace, I am Ladondra Povey, daughter of Nathaniel Povey, and come from Beaumont in the North."  She already knew the Queen knew of her personal background, but wanted to be fair and just for those around her.  "I have been with the sisterhood for four years now and within those four years, my skills of the longbow and the sword have greatly improved since the old days of training with my younger brother, Willis.  When not preparing for combat, I instruct girls in dance, sewing, and cooking.  I will not lie; I am strict with my teachings.  I myself, am light on my feet and quite flexable.  I spend what little free time I have in making anything useful from a needle and thread and help with preparing and cooking meals for any number of people."<br/><br/>Placing a hand over her heart, she spoke from within; hoping not only the Queen, but everyone within the room and in ears range could hear her.  "My reason for wanting to become a companion for Prince Randolph sounds simple, but there is more to it, I promise you.  Yes, he is my cousin and family is important to anyone; even if you are not related by blood.  I want to be able to protect this young man with my life, knowing that he will grow up to be a great and righteous King and rule over not just the kingdom of Ahremberg, but across lands far and wide as well with a strong heart and an fair mind."</div>