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| − | Thain and his men marched in the palace, greeted by the local dignitaries that had been brought over to the new government. There was an air of excitement, and word around Azros buzzed that the King had returned to liberate the South. Thain nodded to his advisers, and a local delegation, and they followed him out onto the balcony, the one Mad Tony had given so many delusional speeches from. Thain was met with applause from those gathered, and a box was brought forward.
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| − | He wore his ceremonial armor, white gold gleaming in the sun. A white cape with gold trim hung from his shoulders and he stood proudly before his people. A short ceremony began and a bright golden crown was placed upon his head, and an amulet around his neck.
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| − | "People of Azros, allies, and friends. Today is a wonderful day for South, and for all of the South. Azros has been liberated of the corrupt rule of Soliferum, brought out of the darkness of Anarchy, and brought into the light. And in doing so... Nighthelm, is reborn. This city was once a proud Nighthelmian city, before the deceit of Soliferum brought about its succession and fall to Mad Tony. Those dark days are over, and a new era of justice and honor is being ushered in. Though the years have been long, we have prevailed.
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| − | I do invite all nobles present to dine with me this evening. A special feast has been prepared, and entertainment gathered. King Jenred, I do hope you and your lovely wife will attend, I owe you much thanks. I owe all of you, much thanks."
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| − | '''Roleplay from Deianarah McDowell'''
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| − | As Thain was crowned King, Deianarah watched with a smile, he looked so handsome. She loved the man that stood on the balcony more than anything else in the world, and she was pleased to finally see his dream fulfilled. She could only imagine the excitement, the exhilaration he must be feeling at that very moment. She applauded with the rest of the nobles present, and at his announcement of a banquet she grinned. Well now she would have an excuse to wear a gown.
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| − | It didn’t take her long to prepare. Her hair was still plated in hundreds of thin braids, half was pulled up into golden clip and the rest were laced through an elaborate golden ornament of butterflies and roses. Her gown was a very pale blue, the neckline was dotted with a golden chain woven into the lace, the body of it slimmed down into a v, and the skirt was cut revealing a white layer beneath. As she approached the palace, she grabbed the sides of her gown and lifted the skirt to avoid stepping over it.
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| − | She then announced herself to the guards and was led inside to a waiting area. One of them didn’t seem impressed with seeing her at all and kept a constant eye on her. Of course she had never seen them before, and they her, they couldn’t possibly know who she was. And with Thain being crowned King now…his protection, guards would increase. She couldn’t help but wonder at what this meant for the two of them?
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| − | '''Roleplay from Thain Himoura'''
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| − | "Your Majesty, a Lady McDowell is here to see you. She's in the waiting area."
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| − | Thain looked up from the towering stack of papers before him and grinned.
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| − | "Excellent. In the future, don't bother making her wait, send her right in." Thain said and stood. He hadn't bothered to doff his armor, and it shone brilliantly in the halls of the palace as he walked down to meet her. He entered the room and his smiled widened.
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| − | "A'thaisce, it is wonderful to see you."
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| − | '''Roleplay from Deianarah McDowell'''
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| − | As Thain approached Deianarah’s face lit up and she smiled. She loved when he called her that.
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| − | “Yes…” she agreed and took his hands in hers. “I wished to be the first to congratulate you personally,” she looked up and quickly noticed the amulet around his neck, to his eyes and then his crown. She paused and gave him a dazzling smile. “Wearing a crown suits you. You are incredibly handsome as usual,” she added the last softly. “Is there an extra seat available at this banquet for me?” she asked coyly.
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| − | '''Roleplay from Thain Himoura'''
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| − | "Right next to mine." he said charmingly, wrapping his arms around her and kissing her.
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| − | "And you, are as beautiful as always. More beautiful than this big, lonely palace. You should start making arrangements to have your things moved in here." he said, looking down at her affectionately.
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| − | He let her go and stroked his beard thoughtfully.
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| − | "However, that damnable Tony has sealed off the customs office, and new nobles can't be processed into the realm..."
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| − | From inside the palace, Alpha watched the young King address his people for the first time. He gave words of inspiration, which were just what the people needed. Before his arrival they had a lived in a state of anarchy, and before that the madness of Tony, and the tyranny of Soliferum. Now the city was bustling with the business of coronation. A mass of peasants, freemen, and nobles had gathered below. All eager to hear, and see their new King.
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| − | After King Thain had finished speaking he announced a feast for the nobles in the city. He then retired back into the palace. The hall was stately, many important nobles were present. All of them bowed when the Monarch entered. When they rose Alpha spoke with resolution "Long live the King!"
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| − | '''Roleplay from Deianarah McDowell'''
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| − | At his offer, Deianarah looked up at Thain, lovingly. She had to admit, she had not expected that, but she was glad to hear it, for she wanted nothing more than to be here with him. “I will make the arrangements,” she smiled and took his hand in hers and kissed him again. “No matter that things are a bit confusing and difficult right now, I will wait as long as I need to, but when the opportunity presents itself I will be the first in line.”
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| − | They continued to walk through the palace and she glanced at him, admiring him. He was truly hers, and deep down she felt such pride to be walking beside him. “I can’t begin to tell you how happy I am for you,” her fingers tightened around his with a small squeeze. “I love you,” she whispered and smiled.
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| − | They then entered into the next room and she noticed many nobles who bowed. Deianarah released his hand and stopped, allowing Thain to enter on his own. She heard Alpha’s voice, deep and firm, commanding everyone’s attention. <i> “Long live the King!” </i>
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| − | That moment Deianarah knew Thain would never be just hers as she thought…but to be shared with others who also loved and admired him as their King. This moment was his, not hers and Dei would wait until they were alone to have his attention again. She smiled from a distance and watched silently.
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| − | "Long live Nighthelm." Thain replied. "Warmaster Alpha, a hero as distinguished as yourself need pay no ceremony to me. Come, let us begin the banquet, I'm sure others will be arriving shortly." he turned and walked to Dei and wrapped his arm around her.
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| − | "No need to lurk in the shadows love, your place is at my side."
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| − | '''Roleplay from Deianarah McDowell'''
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| − | Deianarah leaned in closer to Thain as he returned and smiled. “They are here for you <i>mo’cuishle,</i> not me. Besides I don’t think I can get used to this much attention,” she admitted honestly and put her arm around his waist. “Unless its yours of course,” she grinned playfully and followed him this time.
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| − | '''Roleplay from Thain Himoura'''
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| − | Thain led them to the banquet hall, and they took their seats. Dei was seated immediately at his left, and Alpha at his right. There were two more seats at the table, which was elevated at the back of the room, reserved for Jenred and Edara.
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| − | "Fine company I must say, my Warmaster, the Bedwyrs, and the Duchess of my capital." he said, smiling at Deianarah's reaction.
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| − | "Yes, congratulations Dei."
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| − | '''Roleplay from Deianarah McDowell'''
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| − | Deianarah sat at the table beside Thain and gave a small smile to Alpha who was not far off. When Thain next commented on the company she stopped smiling, and her eyes searched his face for a hint of a jest but there wasn’t any, he was dead serious. Her eyes grew larger and she leaned forward in disbelief. She was speechless. “Yes, congratulations Dei.” his words seemed to echo in her head and she returned to her senses. “Oh Thain,” she whispered. “Thank you,” she grinned and took his hand in hers and gave it a squeeze.
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| − | She then leaned in and kissed him. “I will not fail you my love,” she whispered softly for his ears alone and then turned to smile at the rest of the nobles present.
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| − | This was incredible… and she couldn’t help the large smile that seemed to become permanent. If only her parents could see her now. It was time she sent her family word and let them know how much her life seemed to continuously change. Of course she would do that later.
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| − | Deianarah wasn't the kind to speak and revel of glory until she was absolutely sure of its certainty. They had gained what they wanted, but there was still much more to take care of.
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