Alliance of ethic contrasts (Elunari and Darthvegeta800)
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				Title: <strong>Alliance of ethic contrasts (Elunari and Darthvegeta800)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Darthvegeta800</strong> on <strong>15-06-2009, 10:29:32</strong>
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				The Palace was a mix of practicality and beauty. Partially a castle with strong walls, magical wards and a multitude of architectural defensive wonders, it also integrated luxury and esthetic beauty.<br>Located on an elevation within the capital, the view stretched out before anyone on the walls or balconies of this glorious residence.<br>Though humans were easily the dominant race present, there were also Elves, Dwarves, halfbreeds and the likes present.<br>The Grand Empire was led by an Empress and she was renowned for her beauty, intelligence and sense of justice. Consolidating and evolving, the Empire was now far less pro-active and interested above all in maintaining order and justice. Easily the largest civilization out there, it had an interest in limited technology, the exploration of magic and advanced metallurgy. Trade was plenty but the main strength lay with agriculture and the vast quantities of food produced and the many objects the artistanal guilds could make.<br>In the distance long lines of troops could be seen, marching to the nearby great plains to gather for war.<br>The forces of the Grand Realm were mobilizing throughout the realm. <br>The Greenskin hordes and Barbarian tribes had all mobilized. One in the northern wastes, the other had overrun a bordering protectorate and now headed for the Empire. Inside the Empire cults had risen up, proclaiming profanities and rebellious thoughts. To make matters worse the Confederation of City States to the east and the small Republic Triumvirate to the west were mobilizing for unknown reasons. <br>A ripple of fear and nervousness seemed to spread throughout the Empire. It looked as if the end was coming. <br>It is in this context we turn to the central throneroom where the queen awaited the arrival of two people.<br><br>Seated in a throne and clad in her glorious yellow and golden dress , she wore a fine cape and the jewelry of her status. The Imperial Guard, clad in ornate armor and loyal with religious fervor, stood on guard. Beyond the throneroom, nobles stood huddled together, discussing nervously the recent troubling events.<br>Rumour had it that the Queen's Right Hand would receive an important mission. Furthermore, the Underhand was called back and already gossip was afoot about his eerie form being seen riding through the streets and heading for the castle-palace. <br>Gossip undoubtably but not unfounded.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Alliance of ethic contrasts (Elunari and Darthvegeta800)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Elunari</strong> on <strong>19-06-2009, 21:33:44</strong>
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				The better side of rumors was that there was usually some grain of truth to them.&nbsp; And for one particular Paladin, today was going to be a day of truth, not rumor.&nbsp; The click-click of boot heels echoed in the hallways, the sound increasing as it neared the throne room.&nbsp; A hush fell over the nobles as the guards opened the double doors to admit one of the people the Empress was awaiting.&nbsp; Clad in polished silver armor with gold inlay, Rune Temporus was, in a word - impressive.&nbsp; Her vibrant red hair was, for once, allowed to fall in a plait down her back, indicating she was not yet leaving.&nbsp; Her hair was up when she left the city.&nbsp; It was rather hard to fight with one's hair flying about.<br><br>(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a57/ladyblade/Paladin.jpg)<br><br>She was born of a minor noble and had worked her way up the ranks, following in her fallen Knight brother's footsteps.&nbsp; Where he had shown no potential with holy magic to become a Paladin, Rune had and she had excelled.&nbsp; And even when she earned a place at the Empress's right hand, she did not let herself lay idle.&nbsp; She sparred almost daily with the Knights, practicing both sword, halberd and protective magic.&nbsp; She crossed the distance to the Empress, ignoring the slight bows from the gathered nobles.&nbsp; Their respect mattered little to her these days.&nbsp; <br><br>At the foot of the dais she kneeled, laying her halberd before her as she bowed her head.&nbsp; "You sent for me, Empress?"
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				Post by: <strong>Darthvegeta800</strong> on <strong>20-06-2009, 08:17:04</strong>
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				The Empress smiled at her. "Indeed..." she said "Leave us" she ordered the aristocrats who reluctantly left, bowing and groveling.<br>"There is still one man who has to arrive..." she rose up and descended the little stairs.<br>"It's someone you met before... and dissaprove of. Or at least you dissaprove of me using him".<br>She stopped next to her, staring at the large closed door while she remained bowed with her head. "Rise my dear" she said casually "No need for protocol with me when we are having a private conversation" she said. "I worry for the Empire. For the people. And for the future" she said. "There is much to do... and more things seem to crop up every day" her calm demeanour was contrasted with a faint trembling in her voice. She seemed tired.
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				Post by: <strong>Elunari</strong> on <strong>23-06-2009, 23:11:20</strong>
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				Rune rose to her feet with more grace than one would think she could possess wearing all her armor.&nbsp; She smiled lightly at the Empress.&nbsp; "We all worry lately.&nbsp; There is a gathering of armies in the bordering kingdoms, but no reason given.&nbsp; None that I have been able to discern anyway.&nbsp; You look tired, Empress.&nbsp; Have you been sleeping poorly again?"<br><br>Rune was not a close friend, but she had endeared herself to the Empress and thus was privy to some things.&nbsp; Like the Empress's lack of sleep when she worried too much.
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				Post by: <strong>Darthvegeta800</strong> on <strong>24-06-2009, 13:06:02</strong>
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				"Well I... I..." the Empress never got to answer as at that moment the large doors opened.<br>"My Lady... the...Black Baron" came a Royal Guard's voice hesitantly. Rune knew that nickname all too well. The Empress's Underhand had returned. And had been summoned. Heavy footsteps approached.<br>A man knelt where she stood, his black cape flowing. "You summoned me my Empress?" the man had an odd voice. Cold, low yet with a young edge.<br>"Rise my friend" the Empress said hurriedly and the Underhand did so.<br>On closer examination she would see a man that wore black armor with ornamentation, magical runes and a skullsymbol on the chest. The spikey edge of his armor added to the intimidation factor. Two large blades rested on his back.<br>(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v457/Darthvegeta800/DarkWarrior.jpg)<br>As his gaze moved to Rune, their gazes locked a moment. There was a hint of antagonism there.<br>His face concealed by hood and helmet.<br>"If i may be so bold my Empress... why is 'she' here? The business of the Underhand... is secretive is it not?" the Black Baron said.<br>"She has my trust besides... I require the assistance of both of you" the Empress said, trying to talk with her usual soothing charm. But she came across as weak and tired... exhausted and maybe even ill.
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				Post by: <strong>Elunari</strong> on <strong>02-07-2009, 01:19:39</strong>
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				Rune frowned deeply as the man known only as the Black Baron entered.&nbsp; Her opinion of the man was clear upon her countenance.&nbsp; She looked upon him as one would look down on a criminal, despite that she was shorter than he once he stood.&nbsp; His offhanded question in regards to her presence made Rune bristle and if not for the Empress's presence in the room she would have responded.&nbsp; As it was Rune caught the pale look on the older woman's face and her frown became one of worry as she stepped closer.<br><br>"Empress, please, sit down."&nbsp; Rune's tone was gentle and tinged lightly with concern.&nbsp; "Please do not exhaust yourself to stand for us."&nbsp; Something felt off within the Empress.&nbsp; Rune was more holy warrior than healer, but her abilities as a Paladin covered bother areas equally.&nbsp; She was not always able to heal, but she was usually able to sense a malady or such affecting a person.
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				Post by: <strong>Darthvegeta800</strong> on <strong>02-07-2009, 13:23:36</strong>
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				"Do not belittle the Empress Lady Rune" he said dryly. "Why have you summoned me my lady?" he stated to the Empress.<br>He was clearly not happy to be in the same room with the Paladin.<br>"A mission. I shall need both of you to handle it. Time is of the essence. And i need both of you to handle it. It is a task that will require the talents of both of you" she took a seat as Rune had advised.<br>The Black Baron glanced at Rune for a moment than back at her. "I don't see how a Paladin and a Dark Knight could cooperate succesfully. I work best when unrestrained by common 'morality'."<br>The Empress casually waved her petite hand. "Enough... . With the war brewing... we will need to stand united. Ethical debates can wait" she said. She looked at them and than spoke once more "I need you both to look into a rising internal threat. We can't fight on both external conflicts and internal ones" she stated. "A cult that has become widespread, has stolen something i need back at all costs" she stated. "They are now blackmailing me... threatening to give it to our enemies".<br>"A Powerstone..." the Black Baron said.<br>The Empress blinked surprised than smiled. "So you already know?".<br>The Black Baron nodded "My... your agents are everywhere. I ensure these things are known quickly. My agents are already looking into the matter. I fail to see what this... Paladin can add to my considerable talents" he noted dryly, oddly matter of factly.<br>The man oozed confidence.
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				Post by: <strong>Elunari</strong> on <strong>07-07-2009, 22:41:11</strong>
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				Rune did not bother replying to the Baron's taunts, deliberate or otherwise.&nbsp; Concern for the Empress' well-being was not belittling, but she hardly expected a ruthless man like him to understand something that involved emotion.&nbsp; His reputation for being cold-blooded and even colder of heart was known.&nbsp; Many people whispered about him, though to Rune's knowledge hardly anyone really ever saw him and so she dismissed most rumors as just that. Rumor.<br><br>The loss of the Empress' Powerstone explained the weariness and the dark circles.&nbsp; It certainly had to be an inside job as such a valueable item was heavily guarded.&nbsp; Her gaze took in the Baron as she frowned.&nbsp; "You already know and yet know nothing of how it was taken or where?&nbsp; You speak as though you were in on the theft."&nbsp; Not bothering to wait for his reply, she turned back to the Empress.<br><br>"My apologies Empress, but I will not work with someone as dark and shady as him.&nbsp; His ego alone would probably get us killed.&nbsp; I can conduct inquiries within and he can do whatever underhanded deeds he usually does."
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				Post by: <strong>Darthvegeta800</strong> on <strong>09-07-2009, 22:47:53</strong>
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				His hand had already moved to one of his blades.<br>"The bitch dares to question my loyalty?" he said indignated as he turned, an eerie light shone from the slits in his helmet.<br>"While she was unaware as usual i have been looking into the matter. While she prances about playing high and mighty, i get thigns done" he turned towards the Empress, deciding not to engage into battle for obvious reasons.<br>"Let me deal with the matter my Empress... Paladins are no good for this kind of work" he stated.<br><br>The Empress remained seated in her throne. "The fact you two speak such words indicates your ignorance of what is at stake here" he said "Here i thought you both swore an oath to follow my orders without question" she stated. She folded her slender hands together. "This goes beyond your personal morality, preferences or methodology... this is a rare powerstone... very rare. We MUST have it back and soon at that..." she said adamantly.
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				Post by: <strong>Elunari</strong> on <strong>13-07-2009, 03:48:49</strong>
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				Rune arched a brow at the Baron, as if to silently say he did not phase her in the slightest with his words or the implied threat of his hand on his blade.&nbsp; She bowed to the Empress instead, knowing she was going to have to put aside her differences for the sake of the Empire.&nbsp; "As you wish then, Empress."<br><br>She looked back to the Baron.&nbsp; "Since you claim to already know the situation, perhaps you also have a direction in which the Powerstone may have gone?&nbsp; We don't have to be friends, but for the Empress' sake we should work together this once."&nbsp; She extended her hand in offer of a truce.
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				Post by: <strong>Darthvegeta800</strong> on <strong>13-07-2009, 21:43:25</strong>
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				The powerful male crossed his arms. <br>"Truce? We are not at war. The day you are my enemy is the day you die." he glanced at the Empress, ignore her purposely.<br>"This is my will Ma..." she corrected herself, cursing her slip of the tongue "My Black Baron" she stated.<br>"Very well..." he didn't look at the Paladin as he spoke "The enemy is cleaver they seem to have many cells scattered throughout the land. The Cult of which i previously informed you Your Highness seems to have raised paramilitary forces. And gained the aid of rogue knights, mercenary warbands and the likes. More than my previous report indicated" he stated.<br>"Though i don't know the location of the gem... yet" he glanced dryly at the Paladin "I obtained knowledge of the cell which initially obtained it" he said "I was about to act when i was summoned back to the capital" the man had a low almost 'grumpy' voice.<br>He did not seem a joyful person in the least.
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				Post by: <strong>Elunari</strong> on <strong>13-07-2009, 23:05:10</strong>
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				If Rune had been a younger girl she might have rolled her eyes.&nbsp; Might have.&nbsp; As it was she could understand and even relate to the Baron's irritable mood.&nbsp; Neither of them really wanted to work together.&nbsp; They each had their own Code to follow.&nbsp; She may think low of him for what he did without scruples, but she somewhat respected the man for being able to do what she could or would not.<br><br>"No, my lord Baron, we are not at war," she quietly agreed.&nbsp; "But making snide remarks about each other and ignoring one another is not going to be condusive to our search.&nbsp; My apologies for offending you."&nbsp; The words came easily and her tone suggested she was berating herself just as much as him, and she was sincere in her apology.&nbsp; "When should we leave and where will we be heading?"&nbsp; &nbsp; She needed to know so she could pack accordingly.&nbsp; No sense taking a cloak if they were going to dry climates.
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				Post by: <strong>Darthvegeta800</strong> on <strong>14-07-2009, 15:13:42</strong>
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				"Very well... m'lady" he said. That clearly 'hurt' and it was most likely the closest she'd get to politeness for now.<br>He glanced towards her for a moment "The North..." he merely said. "but i still fail to see what..." he turned to the Queen "'she' would bring to this mission? Me and my men can deal with the enemy. The Underhand has never failed so far. And if need be i can always request a Leg..." but the Empress rose up her hand. "The Pool of Stars has shown me what to do" she said as she rubbed her temples gently. "And i cannot even spare a legion... several massive campaigns will soon set of and redirecting what reserves we have are seen as a bad policy by my generals and Tribunes" she stated.<br>"..." the Black Baron went silent but finally nodded "Very well your highness" he bowed "I shall keep you informed by... 'our' special way".<br>The Empress nodded and the Baron turned. He stopped a few steps further and glanced back. "Are you coming... Lady Rune?" he said, indicating he would allow her to join him. At least for now.
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				Post by: <strong>Elunari</strong> on <strong>17-07-2009, 01:05:43</strong>
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				Rune was no Lady, though she didn't correct the man.&nbsp; At least he was attempting civility.&nbsp; And North... colder weather.&nbsp; She bowed to the Empress as the Baron began to depart.&nbsp; "Be well, Empress.&nbsp; I hope you find that much needed rest soon."&nbsp; It was the gentlest way for Rune to say the circles under the Empress' eyes indicated a lack of sleep.<br><br>She turned and fell into step beside the Baron.&nbsp; "When do you wish to depart?&nbsp; I can be ready within the hour."&nbsp; Only because her rooms were not near the throne room and she had to pack and saddle her horse.
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				Post by: <strong>Darthvegeta800</strong> on <strong>18-07-2009, 11:00:13</strong>
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				"I can leave now" he said as he glanced back at her.<br>"Go get your... things" he said reluctantly "I shall wait for you with my men in the stable" he said. The warriors that had come with him were all darkly armed and clad, hooded warriors that seemed menacing.<br>"You may bring your retainers, troops or whatever you require or send for them to meet you along the way" he stated coolly.<br>He than simply took another turn and headed straight for the stables.<br>The men with him eyed her wearily. It bode ill for the atmosphere during their future journeys... 
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				Post by: <strong>Elunari</strong> on <strong>19-07-2009, 00:54:24</strong>
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				She nodded curtly and split off from him down another hall to her rooms.&nbsp; She snatched the saddlebags from the corner where she had tossed them the week before.&nbsp; She was a bit lazy when it came to unpacking after a trip.&nbsp; So there was still fresh changes of clothes in the pack.&nbsp; A couple bars of soap was all that was really needed.&nbsp; She packed light, traveled lighter.&nbsp; <br><br>She was entering the stables less than thirty minutes later with the saddle bags over one shoulder, her halberd in the other and her mass of hair pinned up.&nbsp; The men waiting with the Baron looked her over, clearly not wanting her along as much as their leader.&nbsp; She simply walked through them to her horse's paddock.<br><br>A large grey stallion wickered a greeting before standing rock still as she saddled him.&nbsp; He seemed to know routine well, though the look in his eyes was nearly wild.&nbsp; He'd already tried to snap at a few of the men and one unfortunate stableboy that got too close to his stall.<br><br>Finished, Rune led the stallion out of the stable and mounted up, waiting for the Baron's next set of directions.
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				Post by: <strong>Darthvegeta800</strong> on <strong>20-07-2009, 21:47:30</strong>
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				Fittingly for their look, they all rode black horses.<br>But her 'partner' for the mission had the most fitting of all the horses.<br>Ruby-eyed and inkblack, the horse was as creepy as it's owner.<br>"I presume m'lady is ready" asked the warrior with a very dry tone.<br>The Black Baron than turned his mount and slowly urged it on, the riders picking up pace.<br>He didn't wait for her, after all if she couldn't even keep up with him, what use could she be?<br>The Black Baron was a main that valued cunning, intellect, strength and ability... not purity or grand ideals.
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				Post by: <strong>Elunari</strong> on <strong>01-08-2009, 09:47:07</strong>
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				Rune nodded curtly.&nbsp; "The presumption is accurate.&nbsp; My lord."<br>Her mount fell into an easy pace with the Baron's.<br>Throughout the ride Rune was silent.&nbsp; She voiced no complaints nor made any attempts at chatter.&nbsp; <br>Her eyes watched, wary, yet somehow appreciative of the Baron's command and his ways.
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				Post by: <strong>Darthvegeta800</strong> on <strong>01-08-2009, 12:56:22</strong>
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				As they made their way out of the enormous capital, people moved asside and the guards let them pass as soon as they noticed the inkblack armors and cloaks. Following the road, they moved onward.<br>The enigmatic leader pressed on for what seemed an eternity before slowing down to allow the horses some reprieve.<br>He glanced back as if to check she was still around. The others reacted tensely towards the presence of this 'noble' intruder. She could feet them staring and even glaring at her.<br>"In a few hours we'll make camp and plan our next moves" he said to the paladin. "Agreed... 'mlady'?".
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				Post by: <strong>Elunari</strong> on <strong>06-08-2009, 01:16:22</strong>
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				"As you wish, Baron."&nbsp; <br>Rune disliked the blatant hate she could feel from the Baron's men.&nbsp; As the only woman in the group she was uneasy, but refused to let that show.&nbsp; But the Baron had the information that would lead them to what was stolen.&nbsp; So she had to put up with the situation for now.&nbsp; She had done her share of deeds in shadows, things most people never knew about.&nbsp; But the Baron did things even she couldn't think herself capable of.
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				Post by: <strong>Darthvegeta800</strong> on <strong>06-08-2009, 23:21:59</strong>
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				Time flew by and after an insane ride, the Black Baron came to a halt, hand raised. He motioned with his right hand towards a clearing and immediately the group split and camp was being set up while two of them remained on guard. <br>Firewood was collected, the horses watered and the ingredients for a meal prepared.<br>Soon two of them were cooking for the group.<br>This left the Black Baron standing next to the Paladin with either little to say or little mood to do so. "...".<br>Finally he spoke "We'll leave tommorow morning, early" he glanced to the side "Feel free to share in the meal" he said "You'll need your strength".
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				Post by: <strong>Elunari</strong> on <strong>11-08-2009, 01:20:28</strong>
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				Rune stayed out of the mens' way when camp was declared.&nbsp; She recognize the smooth routine of the men and did not want to hinder it.&nbsp; They knew exactly what to do, where to do it and whom was going to do what.&nbsp; Last thing she should do is attempt to help, though she wanted to offer.&nbsp; So while they set up camp, Rune found a place to groom her mount while the Baron simply stayed silent near her.<br><br>When he did finally speak she had just finished grooming the stallion and switching his bridle for a bitless hackmore. She turned to look at him, nodding.&nbsp; "Thank you.&nbsp; I'll eat after the men."&nbsp; She might need her strength, but she understood male hierarchy.&nbsp; She was an outsider and despite being female, to wade in and get food before they did would be disrespectful.&nbsp; She was the intruder and she could eat last until she earned her place.&nbsp; If there was a place to even earn.&nbsp; This was temporary.
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				Post by: <strong>Darthvegeta800</strong> on <strong>12-08-2009, 22:09:20</strong>
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				Oddly enough the Black Baron moved towards the others. He had not yet eaten as far as she could see.<br>He exchanged some quick banter which got the others laughing and than returned to her.<br>His gloved hand held a bowl of stew with a bit of bread. "Eat m'lady" he merely said, holding it out.<br>His tone was dry but non-agressive. As usual she had difficulty seeing his eyes behind the blasted helmet.<br>The men were staring intently at the two. It was then that two female figures in black approached. They looked very similar but their skintone was... odd. Orientals from the Shogunate to the distant east?<br>They knelt behind him and he turned around to look at them. Twins!<br>He glanced at Rune. "If i may have a moment alone with them?" he asked calmly.<br>One of them held what seemed to be an encased scroll. They wore an attire similar to the Black Baron's men.
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