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Post by Dawnmist on Dec 15, 2014 20:50:08 GMT
The castle is situated in the centre of Camelot and houses the royal family and their most trusted nobles and guests, as well as the servants and court physicians. It is off limits to the general public, and is regarded as the most protected place in all of Albion.  |
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Post by Silaluk on Dec 16, 2014 3:03:24 GMT
Eliza sighed as she walked with Alain to the castle walls. Her chest tightened as they got closer and she took his hand in her own.
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Post by Copper on Dec 16, 2014 10:46:41 GMT
He paused, leaning over to press a kiss on her cheek. "I guess this is goodbye." His voice trembled as he spoke.
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Post by Silaluk on Dec 16, 2014 12:24:27 GMT
Eliza looked up at him, sighing softly. He didn't yet know what awaited him inside the castle... "I wish you only good luck, Alain," she said, her voice shaking. "And a long life as king." She cupped his cheek in her hand, placing a last gentle kiss on his lips. "I'll miss you."
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Post by Copper on Dec 16, 2014 18:31:36 GMT
"I'll find a way," he promised. "As soon as I'm King, somehow I'll find you."
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Post by Silaluk on Dec 16, 2014 19:11:44 GMT
"What good will it do? What purpose would I serve to you then? You'd already be married, if that's what you were thinking. Even if I were to be a servant, it's not like I would get to see you at all..."
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Post by Copper on Dec 16, 2014 19:26:58 GMT
He sighed. "You're right, of course. As always. I just wish that I could somehow keep meeting you."
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Post by Silaluk on Dec 16, 2014 20:09:46 GMT
"I could try to become a royal falconer, but that would mean giving up Aslan and Arthur... You don't think you could hold off the marriage for one more year, do you?"
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Post by Copper on Dec 17, 2014 0:35:07 GMT
He shrugged, glancing at the castle. "Maybe. If I try hard enough, I might." But the words were empty. Inside, he knew that his father's will could no longer be swayed.
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Post by Silaluk on Dec 17, 2014 0:56:44 GMT
"No...I know you can't," she sighed. "It's alright. I just hope we'll be able to see each again eventually. You'd better get back to the castle. After all, your birthday's tomorrow and you have to choose a wife."
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Post by Copper on Dec 17, 2014 3:10:42 GMT
He pressed a quick, final kiss to her lips before turning away, forcing himself not to look back. His hands shook with every step.
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Post by Silaluk on Dec 17, 2014 3:24:17 GMT
"Goodbye, Alain..." she murmured sadly, watching him go before turning her back to the castle and heading for the woods.
One of the guards noticed Alain stood at attention. "My lord, you have returned. Unfortunately, you return to grave news."
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Post by Copper on Dec 17, 2014 12:14:13 GMT
Alain stiffened, frowning. "What is this news?"
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Post by Silaluk on Dec 17, 2014 12:16:51 GMT
"The king was murdered by use of poison the night after you disappeared and we have reason to believe that you are guilty of this crime."
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Post by Copper on Dec 17, 2014 12:19:54 GMT
Alain's eyes widened. "By what evidence?"
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Post by Silaluk on Dec 17, 2014 14:14:11 GMT
"We could find no traces of assassins anywhere in the castle and it was considered suspicious that you left so soon before the king's passing," the guard told him. "You will have a trial no doubt, but my orders are to bring you to the dungeons until then. I hate to have to do it, but it's not my decision to make, unfortunately. The royal advisor gave me the orders, if you were wondering, as he has been acting as king in your absence."
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Post by Copper on Dec 17, 2014 15:35:54 GMT
Alain clenched his teeth, feeling a cold hand clutch his heart. "I would request a meeting with the advisor. From my cell, if I must."
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Post by Silaluk on Dec 17, 2014 15:58:07 GMT
"Of course. The advisor expected you to ask for such a thing. Please...follow me."
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Post by Copper on Dec 17, 2014 16:02:20 GMT
Alain followed, silently wondering what to say. He knew the advisor would ask him where he had been-- and if they found out, Eliza would likely be imprisoned-- or worse. Maybe he could say... I'll tell them than the killer kidnapped me! They can't prove things to the contrary.
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Post by Silaluk on Dec 17, 2014 16:58:53 GMT
The guard opened the cell door, shutting it once the prince was inside. "The royal advisor will be with you soon."
About ten minutes later, a rat-like man positioned himself in front of the cell. He looked disgusted by the conditions. The dripping walls and faint scuttling of vermin. He sniffed haughtily before turning his attention to Alain. "You requested a meeting with me?"
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