You Can't Always Get What You Want (Kalypso & CmdrRenegade)
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				Title: <strong>You Can't Always Get What You Want (Kalypso &amp; CmdrRenegade)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Lady Kalypso</strong> on <strong>04-01-2011, 20:04:04</strong>
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				(http://images.theage.com.au/ftage/ffximage/2008/11/19/tudor_wideweb__470x319,0.jpg)<br><br>Korianna clucked to her horse once more, feeling him pick up a trot as her modest cottage came into view. She was almost home, she was almost to her dear father and the beloved horses that Lord Middleton owned. She had been gone for several weeks, spending time with her aunt and uncle in Kent, and now she was back and ready to see her father again. Not to mention Lord Middleton's son. She pulled her horse to a stop just inside the stable yard, climbing down from him and patting him on the shoulder. She called out for her father, who appeared less than a minute later, a large smile on his weathered face, and he took Korianna in his arms, telling her how much he missed her. She had missed him too, almost as much as the horses.<br><br>Several hours later, Korianna was wandering the aisle of the stable, the fellow barn hands nodding to her or striking up a brief conversation with her about her trip. She was polite enough, but honestly wanted to see the Lord's son again. She wondered what he was about these days, for she hadn't heard or seen him in several months. She stopped at one particular stall, seeing Lord Middleton's horse, Charger (http://img2.photographersdirect.com/img/24641/wm/pd1851725.jpg) in the rear of it. She whistled softly to him and saw him turn around, his large bay head moving over the half door, his incredibly bright blaze nearly shining in the dim light. "Hello there sweetheart. Did you miss me as much as I missed you?" Her father came in several minutes later saying that Lord Middleton and his wife would be taking a ride soon and that Charger should be groomed and prepared. She nodded her head and went to work, brushing him and loving on him since she hadn't seen him. <br><br>She heard footsteps stop outside the stall and assumed it was her father, and without turning, she spoke, her voice soft and amused. "Father.. I promise you that I will hurry. I just haven't seen this beautiful boy in weeks and I've missed him. I'm almost done."
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				Title: <strong>Re: You Can't Always Get What You Want (Kalypso &amp; CmdrRenegade)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>CmdrRenegade</strong> on <strong>06-01-2011, 05:10:10</strong>
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				(http://i896.photobucket.com/albums/ac168/KrogdorRendinate/Wilhelm_Ternite_-_Koenigin_Luise.jpg)<br><br>Roland calmly downed the last sip of tea as he sat in his parlor.&nbsp; The future Lord Middleton had had a long and tiring month and since arriving home that morning, the simple pleasure of a slowly sipped tea was utter bliss.&nbsp; He had spent time out in London being introduced in all the right circles, even to the King himself as his father groomed him for his future title.&nbsp; Then, there were all the suitors...<br><br>"How was your trip to London, Young Master?" asked old Cedric, Roland's long time servant, guardian, and confidant.&nbsp; <br><br>"Exhausting, Cedric.&nbsp; I never thought I would find parties and dancing the waltz to be so tedious.&nbsp; My goodness, the suitors.&nbsp; They looked at me the way a feline would look on a mouse.&nbsp; There was one in particular who especially wished to catch me.&nbsp; Of course, that was the one Father said would grant me the most leverage in court."<br><br>"The Lord only wants the best for you, Young Master," old Cedric responded.&nbsp; Roland knew that he was right, but the politicking of the noble houses was nothing short of maddening.&nbsp; "Speaking of which, Young Master, I must get over to the stables.&nbsp; The Lord and Lady wish to have a ride."&nbsp; "Do not worry yourself.&nbsp; I will get Charger myself," he responded. "Oh, Young Master!" Cedric piped up," I would not dare trouble you with..." "Cedric, I am a man now.&nbsp; You need not fuss over me night and day.&nbsp; I wish to go for a walk on this beautiful day anyway.&nbsp; I might even take a ride myself." "As you wish, Young Master," Cedric conceded.&nbsp; <br><br>Roland put on his riding clothes quickly.&nbsp; He missed the feel of the saddle and the gallop sorely while in London.&nbsp; The Middleton family had a reputation for horsemanship that had run for centuries and he was no different.&nbsp; He walked out the door of the estate at once.&nbsp; He wanted some time to himself and did not care to have the rest of the servants fuss over him.&nbsp; There would be plenty of time for that later if he must endure it.&nbsp; <br><br>He quickly arrived at the stable.&nbsp; Korianna's father came out at once to greet him.&nbsp; "Young Master! It has been too long! How was your stay in London if I might ask?" "Rainy and stuffy," he answered, "it is nothing compared to here, but onto more pleasant things.&nbsp; I came to retrieve Charger for Father as well as take Alexander out.&nbsp; I have missed him greatly." "Oh, Young Master, I would have..." "Please, Rupert.&nbsp; I have always appreciated all you and your family do for us, but save your fussing for the horses.&nbsp; I have more than enough keepers," he said with a smile.&nbsp; Roland smiled in return, "I will bring Alexander myself.&nbsp; I just sent my daughter to prepare Charger." "Ah, lovely Korianna.&nbsp; She had gone on holiday to Kent.&nbsp; I must say hello! Thank you, Rupert."<br><br>He strode over to the stable to see the lovely stablehand lovingly caring for his father's prized steed.&nbsp; He leaned against one of the support beams watching her brush his mane.&nbsp; "Father.. I promise you that I will hurry. I just haven't seen this beautiful boy in weeks and I've missed him. I'm almost done." His mouth cracked into a mischievous smirk.&nbsp; "I do hope he was not the only beautiful boy you missed." 
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				Title: <strong>Re: You Can't Always Get What You Want (Kalypso &amp; CmdrRenegade)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Lady Kalypso</strong> on <strong>09-01-2011, 18:07:47</strong>
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				Korianna continued to stroke Charger's mane, brushing his coat with the other hand. Something about the methodical way that she was brushing him soothed her and her thoughts. While she had been away, her aunt had taught her many of the things that lady might come to know. Needlepoint, dancing, and fashion (although she had no money to put to good use towards fashion) were just a few of the things her aunt had drilled her with. Why? Because her aunt had been the first and longest employed servant to the Duchess of York. Since the Duchess had died, her aunt had been without a job, but was lucky enough to get a substantial recompense from the Duke of York. Thirty pounds a year for the rest of her days, as was his late wife's wishes, and her aunt had saved up a hefty price. Living life the way that she wanted, Korianna's wife was now dabbling in fashionable gowns and shoes, even some of that fashion rubbing off on Korianna. <br><br>Unfortunately, as time would tell, Korianna was forced to come back home, to a place where she loved, but also regretted because her aunt was not there. Now here she was, thinking of what might have been as she groomed Charger for the lord and lady's ride. It was not such a bad living, for Korianna was around horses that she loved, and people who respected her because of her intellect with horses and money. Now she could add many feminine arts to her list, but would keep that under wraps for now. Charger had turned his head, listening to the voices just down the aisle, and Korianna reached up to scratch his forehead gently, her other hand pulling out a piece of bread from her skirt pocket. Charger lipped it up quickly, having developed a fondness for the brown sugar that Korianna baked into her bread, using his large nose to shove Korianna just a bit, impatient to have more. "Ah ah.. no, Charger. One is enough. You will be too excited for the lord to handle if I give you another one."<br><br>Footsteps sounded outside her door, and she assumed it was her father, who almost always stopped in on her work to tell her to either hurry up and not dally or to praise her for the beauty that she brought out in the horses. She spoke to her "father", only to drop the brush in a gasp and whirl around to face the lord's son as he spoke. "Oh.. oh my gracious.." She blushed furiously, her nose and cheeks burning a hell fire red as she bent to grab her brush, a quick curtsy executed before she stared at Roland with wide eyes. "Mister Middleton.. do forgive me. I was just finishing up with Charger..." She composed herself by closing her eyes and taking a deep breath, one that spanned five seconds before she opened her eyes and tried again, this time much calmer and much more collected. Her aunt's training came in handy after all. "I did not know that you were back. When did you arrive?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: You Can't Always Get What You Want (Kalypso &amp; CmdrRenegade)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>CmdrRenegade</strong> on <strong>11-01-2011, 02:13:38</strong>
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				Roland continued to chuckle at her reaction, gently wiping a tear from his eye.&nbsp; "Oh it is quite all right, my dear...haha..." as he wiped the last tear from his eye.&nbsp; He had not had a good and honest laugh since before his London trip.&nbsp; All that stiffness and rehearsed laughter had put a weight on his spirit.&nbsp; "I only just returned this morn.&nbsp; Never go to London.&nbsp; Positively dreary and stuffy," he said with a certain wryness.&nbsp; He took in a breath of fresh air and sighed.<br><br>"I love it out here, Korianna.&nbsp; Forced manners, court intrigue, and politicking; it is all rubbish.&nbsp; Yet when I am back here on these beautiful lands, it is nothing but a distant memory..."<br><br>He calmly walked up to Charger, the horse recognizing and responding to him.&nbsp; He patted his snout gently.&nbsp; "As always you do so well with the horses.&nbsp; I am often amazed at how well they respond to you....Oh I am so sorry.&nbsp; I have spent all this time talking about myself and my troubles.&nbsp; How fare your aunt and uncle in Kent?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: You Can't Always Get What You Want (Kalypso &amp; CmdrRenegade)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Lady Kalypso</strong> on <strong>19-01-2011, 03:32:49</strong>
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				Korianna stared at him as he laughed, having never seen him laugh like this before. Perhaps it was the stress of what was going on in his life, for there was a distance - ever so distant - rumor that Lord Middleton was on the look for a fiancee for Roland. Korianna had learned quickly that one does not listen to rumors like that until the banns are read. His words caused her thoughts to still, listening to him and nodding her head politely. "Aye, I have heard that it is rainy and quite drab, and it is not just the weather that is like that either." It appeared that those who lived in the country were more outgoing and exuberant than those who lived int he city. She couldn't help but agree with Roland.<br><br>She watched as he moved to Charger, the big bay recognizing him immediately. Blushing gently at Roland's compliment, she thanked him softly before responding to his blunder and question. "Do not worry, Mr. Middleton. My aunt and uncle are quite well, and Kent is more beautiful than I remember. My aunt taught me many things while I was there; how to dance, sew, what fashionable things are in season now, things that I thought I might never learn." She smiled at him before moving to excuse herself. "If you wouldn't mind, could you hold his bridle while I put the saddle and girth on him? I'm afraid that someone took the saddle rack I use..."
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				Title: <strong>Re: You Can't Always Get What You Want (Kalypso &amp; CmdrRenegade)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>CmdrRenegade</strong> on <strong>20-01-2011, 04:43:02</strong>
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				He listened to all that she had said.&nbsp; He had missed having such simple conversations with someone that wasn't looking for She was always a pretty girl and spoke her mind respectfully.&nbsp; <br><br>"Oh quite right.&nbsp; 'London is the center of everything!' my father says.&nbsp; It certainly did not feel like that.&nbsp; The other families are all so busy putting on appearances...I have only seen more false faces in a wax museum," he sighed.&nbsp; <br><br>"If you wouldn't mind, could you hold his bridle while I put the saddle and girth on him? I'm afraid that someone took the saddle rack I use..." He smiled.&nbsp; "Of course.&nbsp; I did come to fetch him for Father after all," he said.&nbsp; He stroked the horse's neck.&nbsp; It responded well to him.&nbsp; "How are you, Charger, old boy? You must have missed us all.&nbsp; Father will have you out and about in no time." <br><br>He continued to stroke the horse silently for a bit before continuing.&nbsp; "I am sure you heard.&nbsp; Lord Middleton has been trying to ingratiate me at court.&nbsp; He is even trying to find me a bride just like that.&nbsp; 'You need to marry and create an alliance with another family! We need an heir!' he goes on.&nbsp; My father still has so many years ahead of him.&nbsp; It is not like the estate will crumble to nothing if I do not marry right away......My goodness, I am complaining too much.&nbsp; Do pardon me, Korianna." <br><br>"I am so glad to hear your aunt and uncle have done so well.&nbsp; I did at least have the pleasure of speaking to the Duke of York.&nbsp; He had nothing but wonderful things to say about your aunt.&nbsp; I understood the Duchess was ill in her last years and your aunt had done so much to make her last years comfortable.&nbsp; You are truly blessed to have one such as her in your family." 
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