Written By Dagon
Sept. 9, 2016, 5:10 p.m.(7/12/1004 AR)
It is amusing that often when one tries to do honor or to bestow praise, their actions instead have the opposite effect as they do not consider what effect that might have on another.
I am not innocent of this, but it is merely something I have observed about the world recently.
Written By Fergus
Sept. 9, 2016, 4:29 p.m.(7/12/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Calista
Written By Alrec
Sept. 9, 2016, 3:41 p.m.(7/12/1004 AR)
Written By Prospero
Sept. 9, 2016, 2:51 p.m.(7/12/1004 AR)
Why are you writing? This is not me dictating an entry. Oh for all the milk and honey in Elysia, man! I will write my own white journals from now on.
Sigh.
It has been a quietly eventful week. A time of exploration and expanding relationships. Lord Eos has been a surprisingly refreshing and steadfast sort. Insightful, if rough at the edges. I was able to pay off the bet by giving him a thorn, thanks to Mistress Ida. Lady Dawn has her flower, so now it is just Acacia that is still owed.
Princess Janelle remains a pleasant, confusing surprise.
Princess Reese acquitted herself well in a discussion of borrowed power. I have given her a copy of the Magistrates Rulings volume One and will take her to the next lower court I attend.
And between Juliet and Calista I fear I will be busy with legal matters soon enough. At least the summer was enjoyable.
Written By Rook
Sept. 9, 2016, 12:31 p.m.(7/12/1004 AR)
Be it mother, father, sister or brother there's only so much I can take before I wish to escape their drama. I feel as though I'll vomit a little in my mouth when they practice their pomp and circumstance among their betters, trying to ingratiate themselves. It works, but oh gods, do they even have anything left of a soul to sell? There's just no shame.
I'm so terribly proud in contrast; perhaps that's the reason they irk me so very much. As much as I complain about my common birth and how it is such a waste of my talents, I'll acknowledge that I'm truly fortunate. The gods gifted me a place amongst a fine, rich patrician family in the heart of the Compact. I have wanted for very little in life, got to train as a Whisper and can pretty much go where I please with the full respect of the realm.
If only I can somehow evade these missives that arrive from carrier pigeons, merchant caravans and and cargo trireme then maybe I'll finally have some divine sanctuary from home.
Written By Harlan
Sept. 8, 2016, 11:54 p.m.(7/10/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Reese
I had the opportunity to meet this lovely young Grayson princess only recently.
While she carries herself with all the presence and bearing of a noblewomen, one cannot help but notice there is something more to her. I almost suspect her gaggle of ladies-in-waiting is a bit of a ruse. She is clever and witty, and I was fortunate to have spent the time with her.
Unfortunately I had to correct a tall tale she had heard of my hunting exploits. Added two bears and a blindfold to her telling. An entirely believable embellishment, if I do say so myself.
Written By Harlan
Sept. 8, 2016, 11:48 p.m.(7/10/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Esera
I met the Archduchess only briefly, as our meeting was unfortunately cut short.
She lives up to her formidable reputation, there can be no doubt. We discussed some harmless topics, but even I could see that she has the sharpest sort of mind.
Who is the hunter, and who the Fox?
Written By Darren
Sept. 8, 2016, 10:31 p.m.(7/10/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Ida
Written By Darren
Sept. 8, 2016, 10:29 p.m.(7/10/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Kima
Written By Acacia
Sept. 8, 2016, 6:55 p.m.(7/10/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Benjamin
Written By Acacia
Sept. 8, 2016, 6:45 p.m.(7/10/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Harlan
Written By Calista
Sept. 8, 2016, 4:11 p.m.(7/9/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Talen
Most likely it is the gift he gave me, bound in leather. A gift from one friend to another. He seems to understand me and I him, but it is said those who think similarly often collide. Communication isn't always our strong suit. I may resort to sketching stick figures next time we find ourself at odds.
Written By Calista
Sept. 8, 2016, 4:04 p.m.(7/9/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Fergus
Written By Calista
Sept. 8, 2016, 3:59 p.m.(7/9/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Juliet
Now we are older, we are 'closer' in age and I am overjoyed with her arrival to Arx. I feel as though my passions can finally coalesce with hers and together we can make House Fidante a cornerstone of sensational soirees that run the spectrum of propriety.
Poor, poor Leo.
Written By Joscelin
Sept. 8, 2016, 1:29 p.m.(7/9/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Kima
And this person is themselves, glorious, wonderful, but you are not.
You are not ready to meet the day, your mind is preoccupied, consumed by the day to day and the collective complications that have occurred since the previous sunrise.
But you try, you know? Try to collect yourself, put on the smile. Straighten your shoulders, use the right language.
And yet... the cracks are getting bigger. Words and time stretch on and you can't stop your mind from doing what it does.
You fall, because of course you do, it's hard to stay upright beneath so much.
Then, a stranger catches you.
So it was with Kima the other morning. She caught me with her laughter and her hands, her radiant presence and her kind reassurances. She held my burdens in her hands, let me breathe, and when I was ready, helped me find a better way to carry them.
And that's genuinely priceless. There are no rubies or sapphires or tourmalines rich enough to pay for such a treasure.
I am very fortunate to have met Kima, and I hope she remains the good friend she has proved to be.
Written By Gareth
Sept. 8, 2016, 12:08 a.m.(7/7/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Joscelin
Written By Kima
Sept. 7, 2016, 11:40 p.m.(7/7/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Joscelin
Written By Kima
Sept. 7, 2016, 11:28 p.m.(7/7/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
The man fought Shavs. He's fathered some of the most influential women in Arvum. He knows how to act decisively and without restraint. So too does he know when to speak - even better - he knows what to say.
Written By Kima
Sept. 7, 2016, 11:23 p.m.(7/7/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Larissa
Written By Leo
Sept. 7, 2016, 10:57 p.m.(7/7/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Calista
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