Written By Terese
June 24, 2018, 2:22 p.m.(1/26/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
Now that the one sided truce has expired I shall be posting guards on my doors and keeping all things stashed and locked. If I might say I was all on the very reasonable side of things, most could never rock that brilliant shade of blue.
Written By Reigna
June 19, 2018, 8:06 p.m.(1/16/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
I tend to be in agreement with you on this, Princess Katarina. The person with the moral fortitude to give a painful but honest answer rather than the easier lie is the person who is more trustworthy. However, in this particular scenario, I was thinking something a bit less... dire.
When there is no real stake to the words, is it better to conform to socially expected falsehoods or instead maintain that brutal honesty. An example:
Our subject, let us call her... Lana. She is having a horrendous day. She has argued with her lover and feels wronged. She was dressed down by someone over something that she did in fact do incorrectly, though from Lana's perspective there was no other alternative. She runs into her High Lord in the market and when she is asked how she is... does she risk admitting that she is having a bad day and opening the conversation to additional questioning that leads to embarrassing topics, or does she simply say that she is fine and well?
Or, in another example, someone offers a suggestion that is both improbable and unhelpful, not from a desire to help, but because they simply feel that they know more than you do. Do you thank them, though you do not feel gratitude, or do you generate a conflict because they have irritated you?
I agree with your assessment that lies are most often based from self-interest. Avoiding trouble, shifting blame etc. But is the social contract of politeness an acceptable reason to force a smile, nod your head and avoid conflict if there is no real reason to start one?
I grapple with this at times. I do not like upsetting people. But I also do not like to lie. This often gets me in trouble, here within the whites.
When there is no real stake to the words, is it better to conform to socially expected falsehoods or instead maintain that brutal honesty. An example:
Our subject, let us call her... Lana. She is having a horrendous day. She has argued with her lover and feels wronged. She was dressed down by someone over something that she did in fact do incorrectly, though from Lana's perspective there was no other alternative. She runs into her High Lord in the market and when she is asked how she is... does she risk admitting that she is having a bad day and opening the conversation to additional questioning that leads to embarrassing topics, or does she simply say that she is fine and well?
Or, in another example, someone offers a suggestion that is both improbable and unhelpful, not from a desire to help, but because they simply feel that they know more than you do. Do you thank them, though you do not feel gratitude, or do you generate a conflict because they have irritated you?
I agree with your assessment that lies are most often based from self-interest. Avoiding trouble, shifting blame etc. But is the social contract of politeness an acceptable reason to force a smile, nod your head and avoid conflict if there is no real reason to start one?
I grapple with this at times. I do not like upsetting people. But I also do not like to lie. This often gets me in trouble, here within the whites.
Written By Vanora
June 18, 2018, 8:27 p.m.(1/14/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
I believe I can make use of your services sometime soon. We'll talk.
Written By Kenna
June 1, 2018, 11:34 p.m.(11/24/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
The other night I was able to go attend an event by Princess Katarina Valardin. She wove a story that was tied to the drinks that we ordered!
I'm not sure I'll ever look at Hard Cider in quite the same way, no matter what Prince Barric says about it.
I'm not sure I'll ever look at Hard Cider in quite the same way, no matter what Prince Barric says about it.
Written By Ryhalt
May 24, 2018, 3:13 a.m.(10/23/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
Your Highness,
Abscond? I am wounded, truly. I as a merchant stand against outright thievery and all it entails. I merely would have her point out the many benefits and wealth to be had if such ships were to ever be put into our expert hands with trade. Once more a very sound investment we are.
Abscond? I am wounded, truly. I as a merchant stand against outright thievery and all it entails. I merely would have her point out the many benefits and wealth to be had if such ships were to ever be put into our expert hands with trade. Once more a very sound investment we are.
Written By Ryhalt
May 24, 2018, 3:06 a.m.(10/23/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
Your Highness,
Why should I stop writing? I have been told I am very good at it. House Farshaw is a progressive house for innovation an progression, with our eye towards expansion and the future. Are we perhaps the the very best investment in the Compact, I cannot say so with absolute certainty, but I can say with utter conviction you could do far far worse. Have coffee with my lovely and charming wife and you shall see.
Why should I stop writing? I have been told I am very good at it. House Farshaw is a progressive house for innovation an progression, with our eye towards expansion and the future. Are we perhaps the the very best investment in the Compact, I cannot say so with absolute certainty, but I can say with utter conviction you could do far far worse. Have coffee with my lovely and charming wife and you shall see.
Written By Ryhalt
May 24, 2018, 2:49 a.m.(10/23/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
I have nothing but the purest intentions. Well perhaps not so pure as again I am biased and will always choose Westrock's prosperity over others, but again, two women who seek the improvement of lands and territories working together. Yes such would be an interesting sight indeed.
Written By Coraline
May 20, 2018, 11:36 p.m.(10/12/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
It was entirely my pleasure to have met Princess Katarina, her desire to help others and her vision to do so is astounding. She is also working hard to help others and has her own project to do just that. Any help given would be very helpful. Sadly I am not nearly as eloquent as she.
Written By Austen
May 14, 2018, 3:44 a.m.(9/26/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
Princess Valardin has made me an offer of patronage. I have accepted. I hope I do not disappoint her.
Written By Alis
May 7, 2018, 3:35 p.m.(9/13/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
I have it on good authority that Ellara is quite upset that she isn't the cause of enough grey hair. She vows to correct this overnight, because she is already ambitious even at such a young age.
Written By Yasmine
March 22, 2018, 6:19 p.m.(5/27/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
It is always better to remain quiet and let everyone think you are a fool than to open your mouth and remove all doubt.
You know nothing of my people, Princess. Stick to what you know. Lord Vano, if he has any self-respect left, knows of what I speak.
You know nothing of my people, Princess. Stick to what you know. Lord Vano, if he has any self-respect left, knows of what I speak.
Written By Sophie
March 10, 2018, 10:42 p.m.(5/4/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
Where is my copy?
Written By Ida
March 10, 2018, 10:40 p.m.(5/4/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
Was it the Josephine and Dante one? Found that on Joscelin's rocking chair outside our shops the other night. Fabulous read.
Written By Alis
March 10, 2018, 7:29 p.m.(5/4/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
Wooooooooow. I just stopped in the Audience Hall after a meeting and checked out this book.
/Wow/.
/Wow/.
Written By Marian
Nov. 12, 2017, 12:19 p.m.(7/26/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
She sails in beauty and gives grace to all that meet her in their path. I love you sister of my heart. I do hope the wind is at your back when we sail. Till then, love your dear husband and dance at as many parties as you can.
Written By Edain
Nov. 5, 2017, 8:53 p.m.(7/13/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
At a time when we look the the horizons and can only think about how what looms beyond them looms so large and forboding over us... it was perhaps exactly what I needed to be able to have a party and celebrate a special day with family.
Happy birthday Princess Katarina.
Also thank you Princess Alarissa for setting up such a challenging maze!
Happy birthday Princess Katarina.
Also thank you Princess Alarissa for setting up such a challenging maze!
Written By Sameera
Oct. 28, 2017, 10:55 p.m.(6/25/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
I am still annoyed with you for wanting to take what is dear for me away. However, I will heed the advice. Maybe even forgive. I am still fond of you. You keep on a difficult person like me as a lady's maid.
Written By Kael
Oct. 26, 2017, 10:30 p.m.(6/21/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
Squall should be a boy? Perhaps the babe is, and perhaps the babe is not. I am surprised my wife did not inform you, as she has informed me, that she believes that Squall is a boy. I believe that... we shall see. Of course, watch, Reigna will be right...
Written By Reigna
Oct. 26, 2017, 6:47 p.m.(6/20/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
Princess Katarina, you are always welcome in Keaton Hall. I look forward to you meeting your namesake. She, like you, always makes me smile and I do believe she will grow to be full of charm, just like you.
Written By Cristoph
Oct. 25, 2017, 10:46 p.m.(6/19/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
Excuse you, but Princess Alis had that commissioned for me and it would be grossly impolite to not wear it at every possibility.
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