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Post by Copper on Feb 17, 2015 0:13:13 GMT
"Come in," Alain called out, folding the paper and placing it under a candle on his desk.
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Post by Silaluk on Feb 17, 2015 0:17:54 GMT
Eliza entered quietly, walking to his side. She lowered herself to his level, studying his face carefully. "You look distressed," she noted.
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Post by Copper on Feb 17, 2015 0:25:14 GMT
"I have been put in a... complex situation. That I could easily solve with an execution, mind you, as my father would have done. And I used to question him, but I am starting to understand his position."
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Post by Silaluk on Feb 17, 2015 0:30:31 GMT
She placed a hand over his. "I take it this has to do with your and Lady Jacqueline's conversation. I'd like to help you wherever possible, though I understand she wishes the meeting to remain confidential."
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Post by Copper on Feb 17, 2015 0:41:11 GMT
"There's not much you can do, other than keep me from signing the execution papers until I lose my patience."
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Post by Silaluk on Feb 17, 2015 0:59:56 GMT
Eliza sighed. "Then that's what I'll do. Perhaps you should take some time to relax. You've been tense these past few days," she suggested in in a soft tone, reaching up to rub his shoulder gently.
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Post by Copper on Feb 17, 2015 1:22:02 GMT
He allowed his shoulders to slump when he felt her hands, only then realizing that he was drawn to his full height and stature the entire time. "Y-yes. You're right. I need to... I need to relax."
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Post by Silaluk on Feb 17, 2015 1:31:11 GMT
She smiled. "What do you think of a horse ride through the grounds? We could even visit that forest trail we walked on all that time ago, if you so wish."
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Post by Copper on Feb 17, 2015 1:52:46 GMT
"That sounds nice," he sighed. "It'll help me get my mind off things."
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Post by Silaluk on Feb 17, 2015 3:27:03 GMT
"And being angry and stressed can cloud one's judgement," she told him. "I do believe the fresh air will do you good as well." Eliza stood, fingertips lingering on his shoulder blade. "I'm sure Gabe would love to come along."
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Post by Copper on Feb 17, 2015 4:02:22 GMT
"Let's go right now. Meetings can wait." He stood, slipping the crown from his head. "Being King can wait."
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Post by Silaluk on Feb 17, 2015 4:06:39 GMT
Eliza smiled. "That's my Alain," she murmured, smoothing down his hair where the crown had been sitting. "I'll go fetch Gabe and the horses."
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Post by Copper on Feb 17, 2015 11:07:46 GMT
He nodded, looking rather releived. This is just what I need, honestly.
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Post by Silaluk on Feb 17, 2015 13:28:01 GMT
Eliza headed for the door, gesturing for him to follow. "Which horses would you like to take?"
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Post by Copper on Feb 17, 2015 14:23:20 GMT
He put down his quill, following her out of the door. "I'll take my horse. Gawain will be excited to get out of the stables."
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Post by Silaluk on Feb 17, 2015 14:47:06 GMT
She nodded. "I'm sure you're right." Once down in the stables, Eliza busied herself with preparing the horses with their saddles. Gabe came bounding up when he heard her footsteps, jumping up to put his paws on her shoulders.
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Post by Copper on Feb 17, 2015 16:56:20 GMT
"So... Are you enjoying your position as falconer?"
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Post by Silaluk on Feb 17, 2015 17:01:34 GMT
"Yes, it's wonderful!" Eliza said, rubbing Gabe's ears. The hound jumped down, trotting over to the king, wagging his tail furiously. "We recently got some older fledglings, so they've been put in training and they are doing tremendously. I never thought I'd be able to learn so much..."
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Post by Copper on Feb 17, 2015 18:05:55 GMT
"I'm glad you're enjoying it. It must be nice to have someone teaching you more about your craft."
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Post by Silaluk on Feb 17, 2015 18:15:27 GMT
"It's also allowed me to get Arthur disciplined. Imagine if a Royal falcon were to be misbehaved like he used to be, landing on the heads of important political figures as he once did," she said, smiling slightly as she finished putting the saddle on her horse.
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