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Post by Queen Alessia on Feb 16, 2008 10:11:36 GMT -5
A messenger from Scythia walked into the palace throne room. Right now, his people were trying to form many trade agreements and alliances, so they could have peace as they settled down from their nomadic roots. Although, to the south of them, there was no peace. Egypt was attacking Persia, but Scythia has kept their borders well protected, making sure no war would come to them... not yet anyways. The messenger saw another one from Athens, but since he was in a hurry, he spoke before the Athenian. "Great king of the neutral states. My Queen has told me to ask you if you would like to form an alliance and trade agreements. Together, our countries will flourish." The messenger said, waiting for the kings response. Of course, they were already allied with the Athenians, but the Queen wanted to be allied to every Greek nation, since they could provide food if the weather ever got bad in Scythia, since the sages had predicted a bad harvest this year.
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Post by Ambrose, The Neutral King on Feb 16, 2008 12:55:29 GMT -5
Ambrose was surprised to see yet another messenger in his Hall. As a knew king he was not used to all the attention, but he was learning on how to handle the situation. " Well, seeing as how i know have two messengers in my court, requesting the same thing, i shall address you both. My policy for alliances is rather strict on this matter. I do not ally with the words of messengers. I believe, that if there is something as important as an alliance between two realms, then the leader of the kingdom requesting an alliance can do me the honor of coming themselves, or clear me to visit them at their home. " He said as he crossed his arms and awaited an answer.
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Post by Queen Alessia on Feb 16, 2008 13:21:36 GMT -5
The messenger glanced at the Athenian one as Ambrose spoke, but his attention was soon on the king. The messenger thought for a few moments, wondering what he should do. Finally, he came up with a solution. "Alright. You may come to Scythia and speak with our leader." The messenger said as he bowed to Ambrose. "I will give the Queen news of your coming. I am sure she will be delighted to have you come to Scythia." The messenger said. He gave a nod to the Athenian before he left, going back to Scythia.
(You can make a thread in the Throne Room in Scythia. Or you can make a new thread. It is up to you)
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Post by Ambrose, The Neutral King on Feb 16, 2008 13:45:57 GMT -5
Ambrose nodded to the messenger before turning his attention back to the messenger from Athenia. He figured that man would give him an identical answer, but he wasn't sure so he just waited to see whether or not the same answer would come from the other man after responding to the other messenger. " I shall prepare a ship and shall be there within the month. " He said with a nod as the messenger was escorted from the hall.
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Post by Alcander on Feb 27, 2008 13:56:31 GMT -5
After the Scythian messenger and the king of the Greek Neutral States had spoken, the Athenian who had been waiting decided to step forth to speak on."Dear noble king, if you of course would more likely to meet the royals instead of a simple messenger then that can be arranged. However I am not just sent to speak about alliance and trade rights, I am also hear to give you a warning. News have traveled threw the Greek states that many treats wishes us dead, tribes in north are advancing and the alliance with Egypt are still fragile as the Persian war is still happening. If we are to stay united, then it would secure our fates better. Although we would like you to come to Athens, if you would like. Maybe a closer friendship could be gained threw a meeting between royals as yourself and my leaders, what do you say o wise king?"
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Post by Ambrose, The Neutral King on Feb 27, 2008 14:03:21 GMT -5
Ambrose was silent for a moment. He was not one to rush into things, even more so whenever there was the threat of battle, war and death of his people. Whenever the man requested that he go to Athens Ambrose shook his head. " Na, i am needed here with my people. " He said as he crossed her arms calmly. " However, i shall send my wife, Queen Alerya in my stead. Her decision shall be as my own. " He said as he figured this would be the best thing to do. This man may not like the thought a woman in the council but that was something that he and the council would have to accept.
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Post by Alcander on Feb 27, 2008 14:16:18 GMT -5
"Your queen?"The messenger spoke surprised, thought was at least glad that someone would come to meet the royals of Athens. It would be a good thing if the relationship between all Greeks became better then it had been before, the world was changing and many things was important to decide if kingdoms that now was ruled would continue to live on. After a short moment of silence, the Athenian continued speaking."Very well, an honor it will be to have your queen on visit. I shall take my leave, farewell."With that said, the messenger bowed and left without turning his back to the king.
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Post by Ambrose, The Neutral King on Feb 27, 2008 14:22:27 GMT -5
Ambrose nodded as he spoke to the man on his left and asked him to bring Alerya to him so that he could speak with her about her new task. He wondered if she was going to mind...it was more than likely that she would, after all, she would not want to leave the island, but he had much to attend to as it was and he knew that she could do what needed to be done.
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Post by Alerya on Feb 27, 2008 23:16:23 GMT -5
Alerya looked up from playing with her daughter, Ella, as one of Ambrose's men gave her the message that she was wanted in the throne room. She stood, leaving Ella to play and walked down the twisting halls ways until she walked into the throne room, seeing Ambrose. She walked to him wordlessly, knowing he wanted something from her, or for her to do something. "You called for me?" She whispered softly.
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Post by Ambrose, The Neutral King on Feb 27, 2008 23:18:55 GMT -5
He rose to his feet whenever his wife entered the Throne Courts. He bowed his head respectfully as he stepped down from the throne and walked over to her and kissed her cheek before stepping back. " Indeed i did. " He said with another smile. " I have a job for you. " He said as he turned and began to walk towards the throne chair once again. " I need you to go to Athens in my stead so that you might discuss the terms of an alliance. I must remain here to attend to certain issues. " He said calmly as he sat back down in the Throne. " You must leave by tomorrow, assuming you have nothing to add. " He said with a kind smile.
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Post by Alerya on Feb 27, 2008 23:23:30 GMT -5
Alerya was a bit enraged at Ambrose's sending her to do his dirty work. She did not want to leave the palace. Her eyes scanned the room and the eyes of the advisors and the men standing around them, expecting her to jump at his call. She nodded her head, agreeing to go, but not happy about it in the least. "If that is all." She said softly, a hint of defiance in her tone that only Ambrose could hear. She turned and began to walk from the room, on her way to pack for her journey.
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Post by Ambrose, The Neutral King on Feb 27, 2008 23:26:34 GMT -5
He stopped her before she could leave. " On second thought. Why don't you take Ella and a few of the advisors of your choosing with you. " He said calmly. He knew that she probably wasn't very happy with him about having sent her somewhere but it had to be done. " I think Ella would enjoy a trip. The journey is very safe and there is no fighting where you are going. " He said with a smile. " I believe some away time from the palace would do you both good. " He said with another smile.
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Post by Alerya on Feb 27, 2008 23:30:30 GMT -5
Alerya hid her smile as Ambrose suggested that she take a few of the advisors with her. She knew which ones to pick. Which ones were more loyal to her, the Ambrose. She had not set out to overthrow Ambrose, but she did have a few of his men that followed her now, trusted her and were loyal to her. "I believe you are right, Ella would enjoy the trip and I do think it would do us good." She listed off five of the advisors that followed her, having her interests at heart over Ambrose's interests.
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Post by Ambrose, The Neutral King on Feb 27, 2008 23:34:34 GMT -5
Ambrose nodded and smiled. " Very well, then it is settled. " He said as he sat back down in his chair. " Go ahead and make ready. " He said with a smile as he gestured that she could leave. " But be sure to pay me a visit this evening before you go. " He said with another smile as he then went back to the work he was engaging in.
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