In subject of: Vandagan Immigrants Dissatisfied with Reeve Rule
Date : Tue Oct 13 20:37:24 2015
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Hunapo's approval shifts from Neutral to Disliked.
Following the recent publication of the Lithmorran Proconsul Hunapo le
Marama's willful incompetence, several high-ranking and influential
residents of the city's Vandagan Quarter met with the other members of the
Proconsulate Council to discuss his position in the Reeves Lithmorran.
While a few of the visiting Vandagan nobles are pleased to see he has been
laying down a heavy hand when he can in fact be coaxed to taking action, it
could not be ignored that he wilfully endangered and dishonored a Vandagan
gentrywoman of good standing by ignoring her pleas for help, and that he
continues to insist on disrespect and informality with his superiors -
which doesn't sit easily with a culture of such strict and high
expectations.
It has been suggested in the aftermath of the meeting that should the
Proconsul wish to save face, he might take time to learn proper courtesy
and etiquette so that he may enact noble rights without question, and take
pride in all his work and not only what brings about bloodshed. It was
also suggested he may be interested in attending mass more often if the
temptation of wine and women has him neglecting his duties so badly that it
threatens the safety of the people.
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Xinoe
In subject of: order comes out in support of the reeves (Edited by Kinaed)
Date : Wed Oct 14 23:09:59 2015
Expires : Mon Jul 9 23:09:59 2018
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Hunapo's approval shifts from Disliked to Approved.
The grand inquisitor released a statement early in the morning. It read as
follows. Reguarding the issues with the reeves, and more spasificly the
pro councel. The order will back him, until such a time as another is
chosen. To acuse of sin, directly, or indirectly, is an issue. If such
sin can not be founded. Reguarding his lack of standing up for citizens,
the grand inquisitor states that she has seen first hand his willingness to
make preceived wrongs right. And if there are still issues, they should be
taken up with the man himself. The church looks forward to a continuing
working relationship with the reeves in the mean time .
Date : Wed Oct 14 23:09:59 2015
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Hunapo's approval shifts from Disliked to Approved.
The grand inquisitor released a statement early in the morning. It read as
follows. Reguarding the issues with the reeves, and more spasificly the
pro councel. The order will back him, until such a time as another is
chosen. To acuse of sin, directly, or indirectly, is an issue. If such
sin can not be founded. Reguarding his lack of standing up for citizens,
the grand inquisitor states that she has seen first hand his willingness to
make preceived wrongs right. And if there are still issues, they should be
taken up with the man himself. The church looks forward to a continuing
working relationship with the reeves in the mean time .
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Xinoe
In subject of: Regent Speaks Out (Edited by Xinoe)
Date : Thu Oct 15 18:52:47 2015
Expires : Tue Jul 10 18:52:47 2018
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Hunapo's approval shifts from Approved to Loved.
It was the middle of the morning when the Regent strode into the Court
Malenta and summoned together the Courtiers present to address the crowd.
The normally stoic Regent appeared to be a little heated as he spoke, "I am
sick and tired of the petty politics that seem to be afflicting our
populous. These recent attacks upon the Proconsul are ridiculous."
Messengers were summoned to relay the message throughout Lithmore as he
continued, "I have reviewed the accusations being made, that the Proconsul
somehow ignored the cries of help of a woman, dismissed them? Lies. The
criminal that perpetrated the crime is being pursued. Instead these seem
to be the result of a personal disagreement between the person involved and
the Proconsul."
Here the Regent's face became even stonier than normal, "These attempts to
oust one of the Reeves Leaders without just cause are a distraction from
the real issues facing our city and those behind it should be ashamed of
themselves. If they have serious qualms with any of the kingdom's
leadership, they can come to me and I -will- address it. Or if it involves
the Reeves, they may also go to my wife, Lady Brynieve de Versin ab Jinosa,
who is a Magistrate within the Reeves and whose reputation is impeccable
from her time as Justiciar." The regent paused before concluding, "And on a
final note, My Lady Wife offered Proconsul le Marama the position a number
of times before, mentored him in the law herself. There is no one aside from my
wife more knowledgeable about the law than the Proconsul. And the fact
that he waited until he felt ready to help lead the Reeves, comfortable
enough in his knowledge and application of the law shows his character."
Date : Thu Oct 15 18:52:47 2015
Expires : Tue Jul 10 18:52:47 2018
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Hunapo's approval shifts from Approved to Loved.
It was the middle of the morning when the Regent strode into the Court
Malenta and summoned together the Courtiers present to address the crowd.
The normally stoic Regent appeared to be a little heated as he spoke, "I am
sick and tired of the petty politics that seem to be afflicting our
populous. These recent attacks upon the Proconsul are ridiculous."
Messengers were summoned to relay the message throughout Lithmore as he
continued, "I have reviewed the accusations being made, that the Proconsul
somehow ignored the cries of help of a woman, dismissed them? Lies. The
criminal that perpetrated the crime is being pursued. Instead these seem
to be the result of a personal disagreement between the person involved and
the Proconsul."
Here the Regent's face became even stonier than normal, "These attempts to
oust one of the Reeves Leaders without just cause are a distraction from
the real issues facing our city and those behind it should be ashamed of
themselves. If they have serious qualms with any of the kingdom's
leadership, they can come to me and I -will- address it. Or if it involves
the Reeves, they may also go to my wife, Lady Brynieve de Versin ab Jinosa,
who is a Magistrate within the Reeves and whose reputation is impeccable
from her time as Justiciar." The regent paused before concluding, "And on a
final note, My Lady Wife offered Proconsul le Marama the position a number
of times before, mentored him in the law herself. There is no one aside from my
wife more knowledgeable about the law than the Proconsul. And the fact
that he waited until he felt ready to help lead the Reeves, comfortable
enough in his knowledge and application of the law shows his character."
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Xinoe
In subject of: Innocent(?) Whispers Within the Court
Date : Sat Oct 17 04:54:36 2015
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Tomas's approval shifts from Approved to Approved.
Recent murmurings within the Court suggest that at least some of the
Nobility are less-than-pleased with what they interpreted as a 'weak'
response by the Lord Regent Tomas ab Jinosa to recent criticism of the
growing dissatisfaction with the Proconsul's judgement and ability to lead
the Queen's Guard. Soft grumblings that while a soldier might have the
luxury to ignore the smaller problems for the 'real issues', the integrity
of the Proconsul is not a simple distraction, not when the voices lifting
them are so loud. Most commonly overheard were Vavardi and Vandagan
representatives in the Court, who question the Regent's sincerity in
promoting relations with the northern and eastern Duchies.
Others question the sincerity of the Regent's response, connecting that the
Proconsul has long been a friend of the Regent's new wife. They question
why or how the Reeves and the Regent managed to let such insubstantiated
claims linger for as long as they have, and doubt that recent declarations
by the Count of Vees and the Inquisitorial Order will have much affect in
the long run.
It seems, however, that these grumblings are well contained to the Court
and not yet reached a point to heavily affect the public opnion of the Lord
Regent, who continues to enjoy a relatively positive tenure. No names have
been forwards to give a source of the rumor, and even those who engage in
the whispers seem more interesting in the act of gossip above any
particularly venemous intentions.
Date : Sat Oct 17 04:54:36 2015
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Tomas's approval shifts from Approved to Approved.
Recent murmurings within the Court suggest that at least some of the
Nobility are less-than-pleased with what they interpreted as a 'weak'
response by the Lord Regent Tomas ab Jinosa to recent criticism of the
growing dissatisfaction with the Proconsul's judgement and ability to lead
the Queen's Guard. Soft grumblings that while a soldier might have the
luxury to ignore the smaller problems for the 'real issues', the integrity
of the Proconsul is not a simple distraction, not when the voices lifting
them are so loud. Most commonly overheard were Vavardi and Vandagan
representatives in the Court, who question the Regent's sincerity in
promoting relations with the northern and eastern Duchies.
Others question the sincerity of the Regent's response, connecting that the
Proconsul has long been a friend of the Regent's new wife. They question
why or how the Reeves and the Regent managed to let such insubstantiated
claims linger for as long as they have, and doubt that recent declarations
by the Count of Vees and the Inquisitorial Order will have much affect in
the long run.
It seems, however, that these grumblings are well contained to the Court
and not yet reached a point to heavily affect the public opnion of the Lord
Regent, who continues to enjoy a relatively positive tenure. No names have
been forwards to give a source of the rumor, and even those who engage in
the whispers seem more interesting in the act of gossip above any
particularly venemous intentions.
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Xinoe
In subject of: The Disgraced Noble Comes Clean
Date : Sun Oct 18 14:28:37 2015
Expires : Fri Jul 13 14:28:37 2018
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Zaerieth's approval shifts from Approved to Neutral.
At daybreak on Arendas 18 Septembris, the recently disgraced daughter of
Sinjaras Baron, Shasa le Dumitru, mounted the steps of Saint Aelwyns. With
the shadow of the Cathedral at her back, she addressed the procession of
faithful on their way to morning mass:
Yesterday, I was brought to River Square to publically demonstrate my
willingness to repent and atone for my wrongdoings against the people of
Lithmore. In that same spirit, I have one more sin to confess
In Augustus of 366, I was called to the Grand Inquisitors office on a
medical emergency. Behind closed doors, Her Holy Honour informed me that,
after an affair with the cleansed mage, Verrin Jeweller, she found herself
pregnant with his child. She then ordered me to provide her with
Chainbreaker. I am deeply ashamed to confess that I did so, and thereby
assisted the Grand Inquisitor in the murder of her unborn baby, in
concealing her sin, in breaking her oath to the Church, and in committing
the grossest of heresies.
Zaerieth ab Silverclaw was instrumental in recently bringing me to the
realisation that, in order to retake my place as a faithful Davite, I must
lay myself emotionally and physically bare to your scrutiny. Having sworn
to do so, I cannot omit any portion of my crimes even ones that implicate a
confidante.
The Grand Inquisitor has recently warned the populace of the spiritual
danger of fornication without blessing. Given how ardent is Her Holy
Honours religious crusade, I am unable to stand by and consign a dear
friend to the same moral turpitude of which I have been publically
convicted. I encourage her to cleanse herself of her wrongdoings, and call
for her to officially resign from her post as the Head of the Inquisition.
Having completed her speech, the Lady le Dumitru withdrew from the crowds
and departed Church Square, leaving onlookers in turmoil.
Date : Sun Oct 18 14:28:37 2015
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Zaerieth's approval shifts from Approved to Neutral.
At daybreak on Arendas 18 Septembris, the recently disgraced daughter of
Sinjaras Baron, Shasa le Dumitru, mounted the steps of Saint Aelwyns. With
the shadow of the Cathedral at her back, she addressed the procession of
faithful on their way to morning mass:
Yesterday, I was brought to River Square to publically demonstrate my
willingness to repent and atone for my wrongdoings against the people of
Lithmore. In that same spirit, I have one more sin to confess
In Augustus of 366, I was called to the Grand Inquisitors office on a
medical emergency. Behind closed doors, Her Holy Honour informed me that,
after an affair with the cleansed mage, Verrin Jeweller, she found herself
pregnant with his child. She then ordered me to provide her with
Chainbreaker. I am deeply ashamed to confess that I did so, and thereby
assisted the Grand Inquisitor in the murder of her unborn baby, in
concealing her sin, in breaking her oath to the Church, and in committing
the grossest of heresies.
Zaerieth ab Silverclaw was instrumental in recently bringing me to the
realisation that, in order to retake my place as a faithful Davite, I must
lay myself emotionally and physically bare to your scrutiny. Having sworn
to do so, I cannot omit any portion of my crimes even ones that implicate a
confidante.
The Grand Inquisitor has recently warned the populace of the spiritual
danger of fornication without blessing. Given how ardent is Her Holy
Honours religious crusade, I am unable to stand by and consign a dear
friend to the same moral turpitude of which I have been publically
convicted. I encourage her to cleanse herself of her wrongdoings, and call
for her to officially resign from her post as the Head of the Inquisition.
Having completed her speech, the Lady le Dumitru withdrew from the crowds
and departed Church Square, leaving onlookers in turmoil.
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Xinoe
In subject of: Phlegmatic Herbal Tea for the Slippery Dolphin
Date : Mon Oct 19 22:30:49 2015
Expires : Sat Jul 14 22:30:49 2018
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Zaerieth's approval shifts from Neutral to Neutral.
A choleric ripple was felt in Southside as rumours broke about Grand
Inquisitor Zaerieth ab Silverclaw's fornication with a mage and subsequent
use of Chainbreaker to terminate the pregnancy.
It's common knowledge the Grand Inquisitor had decided standard penance
was't affecting enough change on Southside prostitutes; Madame Felix
Winters had been vocal about her displeasure when Her Holy Honour sentenced
her to find sinless ways of making enough money to feed the impoverished
"Dolphin girls" and their families as penance for providing prostitutes
with a steady supply of Strumpet's Solace and so encouraging rampant
impurity.
While no one in the Dolphin has taken action against the Grand Inquisitor
or the Church, the undeniably-charismatic "Miss Felix" is rumoured to have
a habit of inciting rowdiness with her passionate words, and amongst those
in Southside, at least, her complaints carry weight.
Bystanders have commented on how unusually political the rumours amongst
the gossiping courtesans tend to slant.
Date : Mon Oct 19 22:30:49 2015
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Zaerieth's approval shifts from Neutral to Neutral.
A choleric ripple was felt in Southside as rumours broke about Grand
Inquisitor Zaerieth ab Silverclaw's fornication with a mage and subsequent
use of Chainbreaker to terminate the pregnancy.
It's common knowledge the Grand Inquisitor had decided standard penance
was't affecting enough change on Southside prostitutes; Madame Felix
Winters had been vocal about her displeasure when Her Holy Honour sentenced
her to find sinless ways of making enough money to feed the impoverished
"Dolphin girls" and their families as penance for providing prostitutes
with a steady supply of Strumpet's Solace and so encouraging rampant
impurity.
While no one in the Dolphin has taken action against the Grand Inquisitor
or the Church, the undeniably-charismatic "Miss Felix" is rumoured to have
a habit of inciting rowdiness with her passionate words, and amongst those
in Southside, at least, her complaints carry weight.
Bystanders have commented on how unusually political the rumours amongst
the gossiping courtesans tend to slant.
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Xinoe
In subject of: High Steward Steps Down to Return to Crestley (Edited by Kinaed)
Date : Mon Oct 19 22:43:38 2015
Expires : Sat Jul 14 22:43:52 2018
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High Steward Steps Down to Return to CrestleyA brief notice was
released by the Lady Margaux le Rousselle's office this morning:
"Dear Lithmore," it reads, "I would like to thank the people of this
wonderful city for their support over my near two years of service- firstly
as an agent of the court, then as the Seneschal of Lithmore and finally as
your High Steward. I have found it personally very rewarding to be able to
contribute my public service, but I am most proud of how our community came
together when we were threatened with city-wide starvation."
"My particular thanks go out to His Grace, Tomas ab Jinosa for his trust in
offering me this position and for his ongoing support, enabling me to
fulfill my duties. I'd also like to thank those that I've had the pleasure
of working with during my time in appointed office, the leaders of the
various guilds and my fellow members of the court."
"To my staff here in Lithmore, past and present: thank you for your
assistance. You have been a blessing and I hope to have the opportunity to
work with you again in the future. Lastly, to my brother and
sister-in-law, the Lord and Lady ab Kovar of Rosewood, I wish you the very
best, deep prosperity and a most fecund union."
"Unfortunately, the time has come for my family to return to Crestley and
attend to matters at and near to home, the raising of our young family and
the development of our lands. Therefore, I am stepping down as High
Steward and will be departing for home within the week. With the blessing
of His Grace, I will be reassigned to act as Lithmore's official diplomat
with the Tubori court. Lithmore and our time here will remain in my heart-
and I am confident that we shall return again in the future."
The letter was signed with the Lady's usual flourish. Word is that the
household is already packed and prepared to depart.
Date : Mon Oct 19 22:43:38 2015
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High Steward Steps Down to Return to CrestleyA brief notice was
released by the Lady Margaux le Rousselle's office this morning:
"Dear Lithmore," it reads, "I would like to thank the people of this
wonderful city for their support over my near two years of service- firstly
as an agent of the court, then as the Seneschal of Lithmore and finally as
your High Steward. I have found it personally very rewarding to be able to
contribute my public service, but I am most proud of how our community came
together when we were threatened with city-wide starvation."
"My particular thanks go out to His Grace, Tomas ab Jinosa for his trust in
offering me this position and for his ongoing support, enabling me to
fulfill my duties. I'd also like to thank those that I've had the pleasure
of working with during my time in appointed office, the leaders of the
various guilds and my fellow members of the court."
"To my staff here in Lithmore, past and present: thank you for your
assistance. You have been a blessing and I hope to have the opportunity to
work with you again in the future. Lastly, to my brother and
sister-in-law, the Lord and Lady ab Kovar of Rosewood, I wish you the very
best, deep prosperity and a most fecund union."
"Unfortunately, the time has come for my family to return to Crestley and
attend to matters at and near to home, the raising of our young family and
the development of our lands. Therefore, I am stepping down as High
Steward and will be departing for home within the week. With the blessing
of His Grace, I will be reassigned to act as Lithmore's official diplomat
with the Tubori court. Lithmore and our time here will remain in my heart-
and I am confident that we shall return again in the future."
The letter was signed with the Lady's usual flourish. Word is that the
household is already packed and prepared to depart.
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Xinoe
In subject of: Ernst Elevated
Date : Wed Oct 21 00:16:59 2015
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From a small address of the Troubadours, word has begun to trickle down
and through the city. Poet Laudate Addienna op Bearsmit has passed her
position down to the recently returned Poet Knight Kato Ernst. It is said
she incited his drive and desire for a thriving Guild, and while it was not
met with a consensus of cheering most of the guild seem alright to very
pleased with this move. It does however stand that the former Laudate
offered herself as his second, and found herself turned down for the
position at least for the moment. One can only hope he continues to keep
his guild lively and respected.
Date : Wed Oct 21 00:16:59 2015
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From a small address of the Troubadours, word has begun to trickle down
and through the city. Poet Laudate Addienna op Bearsmit has passed her
position down to the recently returned Poet Knight Kato Ernst. It is said
she incited his drive and desire for a thriving Guild, and while it was not
met with a consensus of cheering most of the guild seem alright to very
pleased with this move. It does however stand that the former Laudate
offered herself as his second, and found herself turned down for the
position at least for the moment. One can only hope he continues to keep
his guild lively and respected.
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Xinoe
In subject of: The Spirit of the Laws
Date : Fri Oct 23 01:10:03 2015
Expires : Wed Jul 18 01:10:03 2018
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Zaerieth's approval shifts from Neutral to Hated.
Saint Aelwyn's finds itself in the middle of a strange chain of events,
drawing sudden criticism from every social class from various parts of the
city. Criticisms of the Grand Inquisitor Zaerieth ab Silverclaw seem to be
mounting to a crescendo. The common folk of southside murmur that she has
taken leave of the Law of Charity, or at very least its spirit in
understanding their plight by handing off a few trade apprenticeships
rather than addressing real poverty. Nobility and gentry complain of her
lashing her cart to the embattled Proconsul of the Reeves as a matter of
personal politics over their rights and safety, some still worrying if the
streets of the Civic Sector are really safe and if anyone will still take
seriously the Law of Caring. The city is left reeling by the claims of the
disgraced noble Shasha le Dumitru leading even more to suspect that there
is something to the claim that she has even lost sight of the Law of the
Inquisition, using the heretic brand for corrupt personal politics rather
than spending such time in the hunting down of mages. Every day, fewer
turn up for daily prayer and confession. The Vavardi Embassy citing a
recently recieved letter from the duchy's capital added a more formal tone
to the murmurings, expressing: "Hope that the Grand Inquisitor would take
the Law of Caring into her heart and see to the care and safety of the
people of the whole of the kingdom. There is no greater concern than those
commands handed down by Dav." The words echo those concerns previously
raised by those in the Vandagan Quarter.
Date : Fri Oct 23 01:10:03 2015
Expires : Wed Jul 18 01:10:03 2018
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Zaerieth's approval shifts from Neutral to Hated.
Saint Aelwyn's finds itself in the middle of a strange chain of events,
drawing sudden criticism from every social class from various parts of the
city. Criticisms of the Grand Inquisitor Zaerieth ab Silverclaw seem to be
mounting to a crescendo. The common folk of southside murmur that she has
taken leave of the Law of Charity, or at very least its spirit in
understanding their plight by handing off a few trade apprenticeships
rather than addressing real poverty. Nobility and gentry complain of her
lashing her cart to the embattled Proconsul of the Reeves as a matter of
personal politics over their rights and safety, some still worrying if the
streets of the Civic Sector are really safe and if anyone will still take
seriously the Law of Caring. The city is left reeling by the claims of the
disgraced noble Shasha le Dumitru leading even more to suspect that there
is something to the claim that she has even lost sight of the Law of the
Inquisition, using the heretic brand for corrupt personal politics rather
than spending such time in the hunting down of mages. Every day, fewer
turn up for daily prayer and confession. The Vavardi Embassy citing a
recently recieved letter from the duchy's capital added a more formal tone
to the murmurings, expressing: "Hope that the Grand Inquisitor would take
the Law of Caring into her heart and see to the care and safety of the
people of the whole of the kingdom. There is no greater concern than those
commands handed down by Dav." The words echo those concerns previously
raised by those in the Vandagan Quarter.
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Xinoe
In subject of: The grand inquisitor, and arch bishop speak out at mass. (Edited by Mika)
Date : Fri Oct 23 04:07:38 2015
Expires : Wed Jul 18 04:07:38 2018
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A mass was called, and both the Grand Inquisitor and the Archbishop came
walking in once a crowd had gathered. Silence fell, and Her Holy Honor
made a statement:
Her Holy Honour nodded and looked to each face, meeting the eyes of friends
and strangers alike. "If you know me, you know I'm not one for flowery
words. So I've called this little get-together to deal with a problem.
Someone, Lady Shasa le Dumitru, a known heretic, and someone known to be
involved with drugs, made some accusations against myself. These are
unfounded. And as such, this woman has begrudged, committed a heresy
against the church. She accuses me of ordering her to give me Chainbreaker
to kill my unborn child. A child of the mage, Verrin Jeweller. This is,
in fact, a lie."
"I ask you," Her Holy Honour continued, "Who would you rather believe? A
noble who is a heretic, who was branded, who used this same Verrin Jeweller
to sell drugs? Or would you rather believe someone who has given
everything to the Order and will continue to do so for as long as allowed?
My belief is in the Lord. I have cleansed this city of any and all mages I
found, even those I considered friends... And I tell you this is just a
fool's bitter attack meant to break the Order, and faith, and the church
apart... But who will allow this?"
She met the eyes of every face: "Is there anyone in this room who will
allow a heretic's words to take root and break down the foundations of this
city? No, somehow, I don't believe so."
Afterward, the Archbishop took the chance to speak and announced that the
Grand Inquisitor was found innocent of any and all charges levied against
her, that Verrin Jeweller was a friend and nothing more. Her Eminence
offered the noblewoman Shasa le Dumitru one chance to come and confess her
sins.
Questions were subsequently answered, and a sermon was given by Mother
Ellyna ab Troye.
Date : Fri Oct 23 04:07:38 2015
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A mass was called, and both the Grand Inquisitor and the Archbishop came
walking in once a crowd had gathered. Silence fell, and Her Holy Honor
made a statement:
Her Holy Honour nodded and looked to each face, meeting the eyes of friends
and strangers alike. "If you know me, you know I'm not one for flowery
words. So I've called this little get-together to deal with a problem.
Someone, Lady Shasa le Dumitru, a known heretic, and someone known to be
involved with drugs, made some accusations against myself. These are
unfounded. And as such, this woman has begrudged, committed a heresy
against the church. She accuses me of ordering her to give me Chainbreaker
to kill my unborn child. A child of the mage, Verrin Jeweller. This is,
in fact, a lie."
"I ask you," Her Holy Honour continued, "Who would you rather believe? A
noble who is a heretic, who was branded, who used this same Verrin Jeweller
to sell drugs? Or would you rather believe someone who has given
everything to the Order and will continue to do so for as long as allowed?
My belief is in the Lord. I have cleansed this city of any and all mages I
found, even those I considered friends... And I tell you this is just a
fool's bitter attack meant to break the Order, and faith, and the church
apart... But who will allow this?"
She met the eyes of every face: "Is there anyone in this room who will
allow a heretic's words to take root and break down the foundations of this
city? No, somehow, I don't believe so."
Afterward, the Archbishop took the chance to speak and announced that the
Grand Inquisitor was found innocent of any and all charges levied against
her, that Verrin Jeweller was a friend and nothing more. Her Eminence
offered the noblewoman Shasa le Dumitru one chance to come and confess her
sins.
Questions were subsequently answered, and a sermon was given by Mother
Ellyna ab Troye.
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