02-08-2018, 02:40 AM
Drydara 12
Yesterday was a day. Many things have changed and I have a more concrete direction to move forward into.
Waking up to learn Kendra’s true form, perhaps not nature however raises possibilities and concerns almost in equal measure. They claim to serve me but we will see in time what happens. They spoke too often about serving my bloodline for me to be totally comfortable with them.
Then came the Magister meeting itself. It was rough but not much came up that was totally unexpected. I am frankly somewhat upset with Richard for not letting me pursue Blackwilde’s defensiveness. However ultimately I was able to take a major step into accomplishing one of my goals. The government agency I was able to get them to agree to will oversee ALL contracts, be they mercenary, servants, or between nobles or trade. There’s a lot of subtle power in that. However to achieve that I first agreed to allow myself to be used as bait to lure out Etney Mercer a small price to pay, especially considering this also saved Rosalyn’s life, she has suffered enough in her life for her mistake, she lost a child, a sister and then her other child. On the other hand however I’m the one paying the price for her freedom which while unfair is likely for the best.
Richard is leaving with William and assumedly others to treat with the new Standard Bearer. As feared he’s been leading forces into the demilitarized zone. Enemies inside and out as ever. Perhaps Malcolm Ross is looking more to make a statement and not to actually lead an invasion. Though the timing couldn’t be poorer and we couldn’t be more vulnerable at this time.
Then came the mystery letter writer. She was nothing like I expected. Beatrice and her half-brother it turns out Lin will be valuable allies and very much have the same end goals as I do. Their house was full of shifters they were able to rescue from various places in Lagalla. I hope to help them as much as I can. Especially since they are currently taking care of Weslan who is thankfully and miraculously alive and hidden. I hope to be able to visit on occasion to get to know the people there however I also don't wish to draw too much attention to them either.
So the next step it seems is to capture Etney and trade her for my aunt before anyone can do something to Etney. I’m sure things will be fine.