Re: [D7, LE] Re-convening (Closed)

by **Benedict Marsten** Wed Jun 24, 2015 1:52 am

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I was only playing. I would gladly carry you to your tent, but I know that would be unbecoming of Lady Marsten."
He laughs in return, his revelry evident in his movement.

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You make this whole ..."
He waves his hand quickly about the room, before placing it back in its intended spot. "
... thing... fun."

by **Lady Corrine Marsten** Wed Jun 24, 2015 9:50 am

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It would be most unbecoming, yes. Scandalous, even!"
she laughs.

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How did your talk with mother go? Did you win her over with your charm?"

by **Benedict Marsten** Wed Jun 24, 2015 1:44 pm

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You know how she is. It was hard to determine how I faired with her true emotions veiled in her propriety. I do believe she may have accepted my words and is waiting to see if I will stand by them."
His smile seems hopeful, but his eyes still relay worry.

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I think no man will ever be good enough in her eyes. Not only must he be good enough for you, but also he must fill you Lord fathers boots. And that to her can never happen."
He smile does not weaken though as he moves into the next steps.

by **Lady Corrine Marsten** Wed Jun 24, 2015 2:00 pm

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I suppose I cannot fault her attachment to my father. He was a good man,"
Corrine admits, a tinge of sorrow in her voice.

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If no-one is truly good enough in her view, then I'd never get married. And she clearly thought Ser Baelon was good enough. But, if she seemed accepting, there is likely hope. She may be polite, but she can cut deeply with her words, in such a way that still seems calm. If she didn't try to needle you, then I think at least some of what you said helped. In time, I'm sure she will warm to you. Who could fail to like you?"

She smiles warmly at him, holding him a little closer as they move together.

by **Benedict Marsten** Wed Jun 24, 2015 3:14 pm

Listening intently he nods his agreement. Smiling back he gives her hand a gentle reassuring squeeze.

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The Baelon thing is a bit baffling."
He shrugs. "
As for not liking me, I am sure there are a few Brackens and some others along the way and more to come. Especially now that I have the hand of the beautiful and powerful Lady Marsten."
His fingers play across her knuckles, his smile playful. "
Soon to have the hand I mean."

by **Lady Corrine Marsten** Wed Jun 24, 2015 9:04 pm

She gives him a cheeky wink;

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It's an agonising wait, isn't it. But soon, my dear. For now, you have my heart,"
she purrs knowingly.

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Did you get a chance to talk about my suggestions with Dunstan, regarding other possible bannerman candidates?"

by **Benedict Marsten** Wed Jun 24, 2015 10:46 pm

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Of course. Your heart is all I ever desired... everything else is ... a bonus."
He smiles genuinely his eyes staring at her adoringly.

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Perhaps this evening I will speak with Dunstan. I have yet found the opportune time to approach him."
He frowns at his failure to do so.

by **Lady Corrine Marsten** Wed Jun 24, 2015 11:04 pm

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Well, I imagine he's had a bit of a hard time of it from this morning. Is his ladyfriend alright?"

by **Benedict Marsten** Wed Jun 24, 2015 11:53 pm

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Yes I believe he is ... troubled by the incident. She is well on her way back to Mountains Reach with Ser Mathers as her guardian. Gods hope this time I got it right."
His pleasant demeanor wavers, revealing the burden he carries for what happened.

by **Lady Corrine Marsten** Thu Jun 25, 2015 1:24 am

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I recognise that look. You are blaming yourself again. You really shouldn't. You are not responsible for the actions of Lionel Darry and his followers. I'm sure the girl will be fine. That having been said, what seems apparent is that Dunstan isn't ready to marry yet. In hindsight, I'm glad the betrothal to Gwyn fell through."

by **Benedict Marsten** Thu Jun 25, 2015 2:26 am

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Its hard to let go. If I had led the escort it might not have happened."
He sighs shaking his head slightly.

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I actually believe your push for his marriage to Gwyn has opened his mind more to the idea. I think he sees it as it is, a necessity for his family. Hopefully he takes an interest and fines someone he cares for. The sad part being I think he is in love with girl."

by **Lady Corrine Marsten** Thu Jun 25, 2015 2:35 am

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If you had gone with her, perhaps it would have been you who was sent back in a box,"
Corrine countered gravely. "
As much as I would not wish that on anyone, I am particularly glad it wasn't you."

by **Benedict Marsten** Thu Jun 25, 2015 12:26 pm

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Very true."
His eyes narrow in recognition of the truth in her words.

He attempts to lighten the mood with a cheery smile. "
Then I would have missed this lovely dance and the many more to come."

by **Lady Corrine Marsten** Thu Jun 25, 2015 1:33 pm

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Indeed,"
she smiles. "
We can't have that at all. We have a future to meet together. I have been enjoying this tourney, but I also cannot wait to go back to Hartshorn."

by **Benedict Marsten** Thu Jun 25, 2015 8:31 pm

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Together."
He echoes.

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It has been some time since I have seen Hartshorn. Has much changed? Besides everyone going and growing up."
His smile and appraising glance indicating the grown woman before him.

by **Lady Corrine Marsten** Fri Jun 26, 2015 1:27 am

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I suppose it hasn't changed much since you left,"
Corrine admits. "
I suppose I have changed a lot, but that is not the same thing. But I do have plans for it. I want Hartshorn to become a more prominent and prosperous part of The Vale. I hope that won't cause you conflict."

by **Benedict Marsten** Fri Jun 26, 2015 3:05 am

Ben looks at her with grand curiosity his eyebrow raised. "
And why would I have conflict with those proper goals?"

by **Lady Corrine Marsten** Fri Jun 26, 2015 9:54 am

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I suppose, now that I say it, it sounds a bit silly, but just with you having served House Tullison for so long, and your ties to House Blackwood. I had the odd little worry that some might expect you to divide your loyalties."

by **Benedict Marsten** Fri Jun 26, 2015 4:15 pm

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Some may expect it. Family is very important, but you and I will be our own family now. That family will always come first."
His eyes look into hers with adoration and sincerity.

by **Lady Corrine Marsten** Fri Jun 26, 2015 7:19 pm

His words warm her heart, and she meets his gaze with similar adoration;

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I'm glad to hear it. Actually, I'm reminded of something rather sweet Dyana said on the day she arrived here. I was telling her about how I'd seen you, and..."
She blushed a little. "
... liked you. I said I didn't think mother would approve, perhaps because you are part Blackwood. Dyana said "
It doesn't matter if he's a Blackwood, Whitewood, or Purplewood, as long as he makes you happy."
She was completely right."

by **Benedict Marsten** Fri Jun 26, 2015 11:32 pm

Ben narrows one eye as if I realizing something in Corrine's words. Then a large grin spreads across his face. She was thinking about me days ago. It feels like an eternity.

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I see. It is a shame most of the world judges people be their name. Maybe we shall help break that way of thinking ."

His eyes drop to the floor, a bit embarrassed. "
I too had encouragement. Mine was a yapping needling little ball of excitement. Who despite my best rationalization of why a lowly knight and a noble heiress would not work, twisted my arm into trying."
He looks up smiling.

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Remind me to thank Dyana for her ... support."

by **Lady Corrine Marsten** Sat Jun 27, 2015 12:06 am

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We can but try, my dear,"
Corrine replies. "
We are in a unique position to show others that things can be done differently. And you can thank Dyana tonight, if she's still around,"
she adds, quickly glancing around to see if she can spot her cousin.

She laughs at Ben's oblique description of Ellie;

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Does your sister know you talk about her like that?"

by **Benedict Marsten** Sat Jun 27, 2015 1:20 am

He chuckles. "
I am sure she knows. She knows most everything. Its almost extraordinary how she knows the things she does."

He casually throws a look about for her as well. "
If I spot her I will do just that. Did she inform you of her ... inquiry in to my intentions?"
He smiles in good humor.

by **Lady Corrine Marsten** Sat Jun 27, 2015 1:30 am

Corrine raises an inquisitive eyebrow;

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She did not. Do tell!"

by **Benedict Marsten** Sat Jun 27, 2015 1:59 am

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She was in the Huntsman three days past. She engaged me in a 1-on-1 conversation. She simply wanted to know if I was capable of stepping up to the task of being your Lordhusband and to make sure of your safety. She seems fiercely protective of you and House Marsten. Perhaps if Daveth can not convince her to take his hand, we can find a man willing to take her name and keep her on at Hartshorn."
He smiles only half jokingly.

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You know she was only the first to weigh me?"
He gives her a sly look.

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