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Lily Deathsheart · Adventurer Joined: 20 Jul 2006 Posts: 36

Lily stepped out of Mckonovick Manor and looked around a moment before spreading out a blanket and placing Henry down with a few of his toys.

"There you go Master Henry..,"she said as she then kneeled down beside him and took out her book,her thoughts drifting off to the man she had encountered at Lady Molly's.

"Perhaps I should send him a message and apologize for my words the last time we met...,"she said to Henry as he just looked up to her then lifted one of his toys up to show her.

"I see..its a beautiful toy...,"she said as she took it from him and looked over the wooden horse closely,"the craftsman who did this took pride in his work...,"she said then handed the toy back and stood up.

"Wait here..,"she said as she moved inside,making sure to leave the door open so she could still watch him while she gathered a pen and a piece of paper.

Walking back outside she sat down again next to her young charge and began to write.

M'lord Shihan,

I am sending you this message to apologize for actions during our last encounter,I was rather shocked at your words however that is no excuse on my behalf.

Lily DeathsHeart
Nanny of the Mckonovick Family

After sealing the letter with her own personal seal,she looked to one of the young men who helped Lord William,"get this message to Lord Shihan please...I believe his house is on Dagger Island or as many know it Ice Island...,"she said as the young one nodded and ran off to deliever the message.

Shihan Reckoning · Posted: Thu Jul 20, 2006 8:40 pm Post subject: Some investigations

The warm fire felt good to Shihan as he sat back enjoying his ale. Maggy’s inn had great food and a nice atmosphere to relax in after his dealings in the city of Britain. The stew had a nice flavor that he was sure was rabbit. It had been quiet here the last couple of weeks but that did not surprise him. Malas had many problems that needed to be solved these days and not many people ventured out just to grab a bite. Going into an establishment meant that you ran the chance of being accosted about your stance on events. That’s why he liked Maggy’s. A light conversation with a good fishing story or two was all that was expected.

The young man who came in the door looked exhausted. His hair was heavy with sweat and road dust was particularly heavy. He looked at Shihan and a broad smile came across his face. “Lord Shihan?” he stated slightly tentatively and was pleased when he got a nod in response. This was to be delivered to you from Mckonovick family nanny he said as he crossed the room while taking out a letter from his hemp weaved jacket pocket.

Shihan thought for a second pondering the name. McKonovick, hmmmm, William, oh yes, and his face flushed a little red. The young man was still holding the letter waiting for him to accept it when Shihan started thinking correctly again. “How did you find me here? You are quite the young detective it seems.” Taking the note and looking at the seal. The young man went into a story about trying to find him and being given directions to Luna and the Royal Court of Light, and then a trip to Dagger Island via magic travel, followed by another trip to the city of Britain, ect ect ect… Shihan lost track. As the boy went on Shihan opened the letter and read it.

Now this was unexpected he thought. After the fiasco of there last meeting he had not though of even seeing the beautiful young lady again. The boy was still going. “Maggy, can you get this young man a bowl of you fabulous stew and a drink and if you have something I can write a not on I would appreciate it. Maggy who had been working on something reappeared and enthusiastically seated the still talking gentleman to a seat and put some water in front of him and only then did he realize that no one was paying any attention to him. Food came next and a minute or two she came down the stairs with a writing box.

Shihan was finishing off his mug of ale and rereading the letter when Maggy handed him the box. “Another ale if you would?” he asked as he handed the mug to Maggy. She smiled and sauntered across the room to refill his mug. Watching a lady like Maggy swaying around as he was to write a letter to a letter to another woman was not healthy. I wonder if she can cook he thought…. Bah, I really don’t even know her, what am I thinking. He took the pen in hand.

Lily,

I am most appreciative to have received your letter. I was sure than my faux pas had vanquished any chance to speak to you again. In the interest of being able to regain some respect in your eye’s I would like a chance to apologize for my indiscretions in person. If you would be willing to accept an invitation to a lunch, I would like to respectfully request a meeting.

Respectfully,

Shihan Reckoning

The boy was finishing his bowl of soup and was looking better rested than when he came in. Shihan got up and went over to him and handed him a letter and several gold pieces. “Thank you for finding me and this is to be returned to the Miss Lily. Good stew huh?” The young man nodded and looked at the gold in his hand and the not and mumbled some words of what Shihan hoped was thanks as he moved quickly for the door.

“Maggy, another ale please.” He asked when he was sure the Maggy had finished reading the letter from Lily that he had left on the table.
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Shihan Reckoning
Grand Commander, The House of the Gauntlet
The Royal Court of Light
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Peace is Boring, Death is Permanent (usually)

"shihan-san, do you choose to block my entrance to this room?" and he stepped back and said, "Emperor, only a fool would fight you in a room this small."

Lily Deathsheart · Adventurer Joined: 20 Jul 2006 Posts: 36

Lily has just laid her ward down for his nap when she heard a light knocking on the door,"enter but please be quiet..,"she said as her younger brother Rolland peeked inside.

"I have a message for you Lily,"he said his face red and soaked in sweat,"its from Lord Shihan..,"he said causing Lily's eyes to sparkle more,"come I will fix you some milk and cookies..,"she said as she pushed him out of the nursary.

"I'm not hungry Lily...Lord Shihan gave me some really good stew..,"he said with a big grin causing Lily to laugh softly and nod,"very well then go find Lord William...make sure he does not need your help before you retire to your studies...,"she said as he grumbled and nodded.

Watching her younger brother leave she laughed abit more and shook her head,"I am sorry Rolland but I must keep my word to momma...,"she said as she moved down the hall to her room to read the letter in private.

After closing her door she quickly opened the letter and began to read...

Lily,

I am most appreciative to have received your letter. I was sure than my faux pas had vanquished any chance to speak to you again. In the interest of being able to regain some respect in your eye’s I would like a chance to apologize for my indiscretions in person. If you would be willing to accept an invitation to a lunch, I would like to respectfully request a meeting.

Respectfully,

Shihan Reckoning

Smiling softly she looked to herself in the mirror and began to question her appearance as well as why a man of his stature wished to have lunch with her a mere nanny.

Taking out her pen she began to write a reply stopping as she heard a knock on her door,"come in..,"she said as she looked up to see the Lady of the house smiling to her.

"Your brother has informed me of a letter from Lord Shihan..,"she said as she stepped into the room and sat across from her.

"Aye m'lady...he wishes to have lunch with me...should I go?,"she asked as Wynter nodded her head,"of course...I will be able to stay with Henry tomorrow so take the day and enjoy yourself..,"she said then stood up,"reply to his letter and I will send for a messenger...I believe William has your brother outside...helping him do something..,"she said then moved to the door,"please tell him to thank Lady Molly for the pillow...it is very beautiful..,"she said then stepped out of the room,leaving her to write a reply to his letter.

Shihan,

I would be most honored to join you for lunch...just tell me when and where...Lady Wynter has given me the day off and wishes me ask that you tell Lady Molly thank you for the pillow...Master Henry sleeps with it in his crib.

Respectfully,
Lily DeathsHeart
Nanny of the McKonovick Family

After sealing the letter she stood up and moved downstairs where a messenger was waiting,"Lord Shihan please...and make haste..,"she said as she placed several gold coins into his hand.

"Aye m'lady...I will deliver it before sunup...,"he said then mounted his horse and rode off leaving Lily to sigh happily.

Shihan Reckoning · Posted: Fri Jul 21, 2006 1:22 am Post subject: Lunch Time

If you have never lived in a stone house before you do not know how hard it is to keep it warm. It’s even worse in a place like Dagger Island where it stays chilly most of the year. The people that live and come from such place don’t seem to notice though. Except at night when nature calls. Chamber pots while very usable are not all that they are cracked up to be. Shihan had left his study on his way to bed when “Nature called.” His residence, while quite big, was also quite old. It had the good old fashion holes in the wall that were contemporary with buildings of its type when they were built. This is where his steward found him, sitting on the semi warm stone next to the large fire place behind the privacy curtain. And he wanted him to come because of the messenger who was being thawed out in the main entry room. “Tell him to hold his horses and I will be with him in a……… oh just tell him I will be there in a couple of minutes.” He heard the man shuffle off down the corridor. Who would be out on a cold night like this, he thought. Even the message birds don’t like to go out at night. His mind went through all sorts of scenarios as he sat there on the semi warm stone by the fire behind the privacy curtain. Had the Necromancers attacked Royal Court property? Had Lord Tai finally moved on Luna? Did Sanctus decide to expand? Did the Regency ask for help against the Orphidian army attacking their territories? Grand Commander Kaldhel had led Shihan and several guild and alliance members into battle just the night before removing many of the vile snakes from the city of Vesper. Had someone attacked a Royal Court Member? Why else would someone be moved to come to his residence this late at night? Pouring some lime down the hole after finishing, Shihan quickly moved to the main entry room. There the messenger was standing with his arms wrapped around him to get warmer and a blanket tossed over his shoulders.

“Alright, what is so important that you were sent to my house this late in the evening?” Shihan said in a commanding but not callous voice.

“Lord Reckoning, Miss DeathsHeart requested I find you before the morn to give you this message.” His voice quivered from his body shivering. Obviously he was not used to the cold. He held out his hand with a note in it and it shook slightly as he waited for Shihan to take it. Letting out a sigh of relief that the world was not coming to an end Shihan took the note and opened it. After reading the message he moved to the desk in the room and wrote a note to himself to add to the daily reports for a thank you from the McKonovick family for the pillow that Molly had given. He then thought about a nice place to have a lunch where he could impress a young woman. Because he needed to take care of some more business in Britain the next day he thought of several nice eateries in that town.

Miss Lily,

It would be my pleasure if you would meet me at the Royal Court of Light meeting hall out side of Luna tomorrow for a late lunch at 1:00 pm. I think I will be able find us a wonderful lunch venue. I am sorry that this letter did not get to you until the morning but I kept you messenger at my residence for the evening because of the lateness. I hope this letter finds you well and I hope to see you on the morrow.

Shihan Reckoning

He grabbed his steward and had him put the messenger up for the evening with directions to get him to the mainland first thing in the morning after a good breakfast. He took a last walk along the upper rampart to see that everything was in order and to catch a breath of the stiff chill sea air before bed.
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Shihan Reckoning
Grand Commander, The House of the Gauntlet
The Royal Court of Light
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Peace is Boring, Death is Permanent (usually)

"shihan-san, do you choose to block my entrance to this room?" and he stepped back and said, "Emperor, only a fool would fight you in a room this small."

Ceinwyn ab'Arawn · Transcendent Spammer Joined: 13 Dec 2004 Posts: 5017

So active the thoughts that race through the minds of people. You can tell at a glance when a person is excited. It is in the way their eyes light up, the way they speak to the people they encounter. No better example of this than love.

How long she had been following Shihan? How did the hour become so late? Also, she could not determine the cause of the fixation. Like a moth to a flame, perhaps. Definately, there was something odd about him. She would not rest until she knew what it was. There was only one other wizard that had ever captured her attention in this way. Perhaps it was the similarity in resemblance, that caused her to stalk Shihan. Perhaps he reminded her of Mairsil. Who could be certain?

The point was, she was stalking him.

She had been following him for a week, at least. Skipping meals and rest. Keeping track of various correspondence coming and going. In her altered state of mind, she did not even realize she had become so possessive of her quarry. She would never relate to him as Shihan, he was only the Wizard of House Gauntlet. She hadn't decided if his life would be better spent as dinner or for amusement. But, one thing was certain, in one of her deluded states of mind, she had decided he belonged to her. That one given conclusion set off chains of queries around her warped mind. Questions echoed, that she, in her usual calm delirium, had no answer for. Why did she stalk him? That plagued her most of all. It was a compulsion.. she had already tried several times to will herself to travel in the opposite direction. She cursed her weakness, but could not determine the cause.

And it was with this state of mind that she followed him about, leaving trails of dead beasts in his wake. Protecting and monitoring, both. She became fixated also, in this new woman in his life.

"Guard your thoughts, better, Wizard. They leak like water from a sieve. Curse you to the Void, you and your distractions. Get out of my head!"

She simply watched from shadows, wondering how to free herself. Distracting herself hadn't worked. She alternately protected him while she yearned to kill him, and presumably end the cursed fixation.

With a turmoiled mind, she stood in the shadows, waiting for sign of a cure.

Lily Deathsheart · Adventurer Joined: 20 Jul 2006 Posts: 36

Lily awoke the next morning and smiled softly as the sunlight entered her room,she could hear Lady Wynter upstairs speaking softly to her son and Lord William down in his study grumbling about something she couldn't quite make out.

Sitting up she rubbed her face gently then slid her feet to the floor and stood up just as the maid appeared in the room,"Lady Wynter asked me to see that you got this dress..,"she said as she held out a dress of pale green,"she thought it would bring out your eyes..,"she said as Lily took the dress and smiled,"Aye I believe you are correct Isabelle...tell her thank you..,"she said then turned and moved to prepare her bath.

As her bath ran she brushed out her golden locks then slipped into the tub,her mind drifting off to what she and Lord Shihan would speak about.

Hearing a knock on the door caused her to snap out of self induced trance and look over,"who is it?,"she asked softly,"tis merely I..,"said the voice of Lady Wynter,"oh please come in...,"she said as she finished her bath then stood up slipping her robe around her just as the door opened.

"I thought I could help you with your hair...,"she said as Lily nodded and smiled,"thank you m'lady but I will be wearing it down...,"she said as Wynter nodded,"well then I will see that you have an escort into Luna..."

"Thank you m'lady...,"Lily said as the Lady of the house stepped out of the room leaving her to dress in private.

"Lily!!!,"she heard as she fastened her cloak around her shoulders,"what Rolland..?,"she asked as her little brother opened the door,"should I go with you...incase he tries anything...?,"he asked causing Lily to laugh softly,"no you are to stay here with the Lord and Lady...I will return later..,"she said then leaned down to kiss the top of his head gently,"and stay out of my room..,"she said then walked out and down the hall to meet her escort who would take her to Luna then wait at the stables for her return.