Second Impressions are the Most Important
Jun 29, 2013 10:31:15 GMT -5
Post by Lord Alejandro Cerevotos on Jun 29, 2013 10:31:15 GMT -5
The encounter with Lady Mouse had been very interesting, indeed. Alejandro concluded that she would likely be a useful ally in Court or a person he should end up avoiding. Fortunately, he was not a cynical man and had faith in her. There was something in her eyes that clearly communicated to him that she was eager to learn what Alejandro could teach her. Now, the real question was, could she teach him how to be so damnably invisible when it was most needed? Only time would tell.
For now, he set his mind on the upcoming meeting with the foremost Lady of St. Claire. Before arriving at the meeting, he tried to find out what he could of the family by listening to the commoners that milled about in the streets of Twinport. The Lintenese duke managed to glean several interesting traits and facts. The St. Claires were an old but still very strong house. While the Dragon of St. Claire was not a kind or gregarious man, he was fair and just. It is clear that he has the best interest of the House intertwined with the well-being of his subjects. They are not to be crossed. Their tempers could be fiery and sometimes terrifying. His daughters are the jewels of the Duchy and many lament the passing of the Duchess.
The commoners were also troubled regarding the inheritance. Would Lady Julia become their duchess? Would Lord St. Claire marry again and attempt to produce a son? Would a relative be named heir? The commoners realized such things were beyond their control, but a change of power could always be unsettling. Overall, however, Alejandro concluded that the St. Claires were a good and respectable family.
Once he was within the castle, he notified a servant of his arrival and appointment and asked to be shown to the Lady Julia. As he moved through the halls, he drew in a breath. There was no reason to be nervous! He was Alejandro Cerevotos de Serranos! He knew exactly who he was and how he should be. And from what he gleaned, Julia had a quiet appreciation for such even if their first meeting had gone rather poor.
Lady Julia St. Claire
For now, he set his mind on the upcoming meeting with the foremost Lady of St. Claire. Before arriving at the meeting, he tried to find out what he could of the family by listening to the commoners that milled about in the streets of Twinport. The Lintenese duke managed to glean several interesting traits and facts. The St. Claires were an old but still very strong house. While the Dragon of St. Claire was not a kind or gregarious man, he was fair and just. It is clear that he has the best interest of the House intertwined with the well-being of his subjects. They are not to be crossed. Their tempers could be fiery and sometimes terrifying. His daughters are the jewels of the Duchy and many lament the passing of the Duchess.
The commoners were also troubled regarding the inheritance. Would Lady Julia become their duchess? Would Lord St. Claire marry again and attempt to produce a son? Would a relative be named heir? The commoners realized such things were beyond their control, but a change of power could always be unsettling. Overall, however, Alejandro concluded that the St. Claires were a good and respectable family.
Once he was within the castle, he notified a servant of his arrival and appointment and asked to be shown to the Lady Julia. As he moved through the halls, he drew in a breath. There was no reason to be nervous! He was Alejandro Cerevotos de Serranos! He knew exactly who he was and how he should be. And from what he gleaned, Julia had a quiet appreciation for such even if their first meeting had gone rather poor.
Lady Julia St. Claire