Written By Thorley
July 21, 2018, 6:56 a.m.(3/24/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Violet
I find myself sitting up in the bed, watching Violet as she sleeps. She has been encouraging and supportive since we repaired our relationship.
We're excited for the idea that within her, a little seed has taken root.
We cannot let the world dictate what we do with our lives.
Found ourselves last night discussing names before bed - and realizing how different Redrain and Valardin names are. There may yet be a compromise somewhere.
And no, 'Beech' in any form is not an option.
We're excited for the idea that within her, a little seed has taken root.
We cannot let the world dictate what we do with our lives.
Found ourselves last night discussing names before bed - and realizing how different Redrain and Valardin names are. There may yet be a compromise somewhere.
And no, 'Beech' in any form is not an option.
Written By Thorley
July 21, 2018, 6:50 a.m.(3/24/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Felicia
The window that Dame Harrow was creating for the Mangata Festival is complete.
It is breath-taking and gorgeous.
I hope that Princess Reese enjoys it as much as she did her victory in the endurance test.
Felicia perfectly captured the cold of the water, while also holding the beauty of it. I am glad that she was willing to do this commission for me. If you ever have the chance to purchase one of her stained glass projects, I would highly recommend it.
It is breath-taking and gorgeous.
I hope that Princess Reese enjoys it as much as she did her victory in the endurance test.
Felicia perfectly captured the cold of the water, while also holding the beauty of it. I am glad that she was willing to do this commission for me. If you ever have the chance to purchase one of her stained glass projects, I would highly recommend it.
Written By Thorley
July 17, 2018, 12:29 p.m.(3/16/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Norwood
I suppose I could wax on about Norwood's acension. But instead I'll wonder if this puts his daughter in the Lady position. And if she knows that yet. After all that would solve the heir issue for now.
Written By Thorley
July 15, 2018, 3:43 p.m.(3/13/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Violet
So Violet wanted to try her hand at poetry - I'm not sure a dirty limerick counts, but it inspired me to try to put words to parchment, and feelings that I had rediscovered since arriving in Arx.
Two hearts to One to Three
I remember sadly the day I fled,
sure that our bond with dissolve,
Filled with fear in my head,
I had doubted my resolve.
For the next months I was filled with regret.
I knew what I had walked away from
The Redrain woman with who my heart as set
If I were to return, we would be undone.
Then came the Duke's order,
a return to Arx and to duty.
I was filled with fear, I was not bolder,
Even as I stepped off the ship, I preapred to flee.
I approached the temple with trepedation,
I know you'd be there, head bowed in prayer,
I watched you in that silent contemplation.
And lost my heart again, right then and there.
But once again, I preapred to run.
For you, from us, from what we were.
So sure was I that our relationship was done.
Then you are at my side, stronger than a white fir.
I had thought that another would claim your heart,
that your hand would have been claimed.
I didn't even know where I wished to start,
to earn back your soul's domain.
You did not forgive me at first,
Trust had to been reearned, lessons had to be taught.
Yet as we continued to press on, I felt that thirst,
To hold you, and be yours, and to let us be caught.
Eventually passions returned, and were made,
But still trust remained at a stray,
It took a vow of my heart and my sword to make fear fade,
And now in you, where two hearts now beat, I shall stay.
Two hearts to One to Three
I remember sadly the day I fled,
sure that our bond with dissolve,
Filled with fear in my head,
I had doubted my resolve.
For the next months I was filled with regret.
I knew what I had walked away from
The Redrain woman with who my heart as set
If I were to return, we would be undone.
Then came the Duke's order,
a return to Arx and to duty.
I was filled with fear, I was not bolder,
Even as I stepped off the ship, I preapred to flee.
I approached the temple with trepedation,
I know you'd be there, head bowed in prayer,
I watched you in that silent contemplation.
And lost my heart again, right then and there.
But once again, I preapred to run.
For you, from us, from what we were.
So sure was I that our relationship was done.
Then you are at my side, stronger than a white fir.
I had thought that another would claim your heart,
that your hand would have been claimed.
I didn't even know where I wished to start,
to earn back your soul's domain.
You did not forgive me at first,
Trust had to been reearned, lessons had to be taught.
Yet as we continued to press on, I felt that thirst,
To hold you, and be yours, and to let us be caught.
Eventually passions returned, and were made,
But still trust remained at a stray,
It took a vow of my heart and my sword to make fear fade,
And now in you, where two hearts now beat, I shall stay.
Written By Thorley
July 15, 2018, 3:26 p.m.(3/13/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Tikva
Note to self.
Find something for Violet in colorful seasilk.
Thanks, Your Highness.
Find something for Violet in colorful seasilk.
Thanks, Your Highness.
Written By Thorley
July 13, 2018, 6:50 p.m.(3/9/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Violet
I have enjoyed coffee for most of my life and found no addiction towards it. Alcohol is far more dangerous, from what I learned.
Though my only addiction is you.
However, an addiction makes it sound as though you would be bad for me, when the opposite is true. You soothe me when I'm worried. You're there when I need a kick in the ass. You are all I could ever hope and ask for.
Thank you.
Though my only addiction is you.
However, an addiction makes it sound as though you would be bad for me, when the opposite is true. You soothe me when I'm worried. You're there when I need a kick in the ass. You are all I could ever hope and ask for.
Thank you.
Written By Thorley
July 13, 2018, 6:33 p.m.(3/9/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Violet
You've been working on your cadences, I see!
Though knowing you, I still find this rather tame. But I will not fault you that.
I may still learn to make your favorite dish. After all, someone said that is the way to woo a woman properly.
Though knowing you, I still find this rather tame. But I will not fault you that.
I may still learn to make your favorite dish. After all, someone said that is the way to woo a woman properly.
Written By Thorley
July 7, 2018, 6:33 a.m.(2/23/1009 AR)
It has been a strange week. I suppose I should have finally made my way out more now that I've had a couple of months to feel my way around Arx again. Yet I find myself dreaming of home. Should I wish to return, it will not be alone. Not this time. Not ever again if it can be helped.
The search has begun. And I am glad to make new friendships and alliances in the process.
The search has begun. And I am glad to make new friendships and alliances in the process.
Written By Thorley
June 16, 2018, 4:17 p.m.(1/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Orathy
You really are as dense as stone and your wit is as thick as this parchment I write upon.
Written By Thorley
June 16, 2018, 3:22 p.m.(1/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Orathy
To make assumptions that this child that was rescued all these years ago was just that, a child. Darkness and the demons that dare to tear us down and rip our families apart take on all forms. There are stories I once heard of demons taking on the form of children to murder the parents. Of babies that were replaced. There is no proof that the thing that pretended to be the man was a man. To try to justify his supposed fear is to not take the proper precaution against such darkness and evil.
In my youth, I was married. It was turbulent on the best days and on the worst, we would spend weeks apart. It was during one of these times that my wife and young daughter were slaughtered by pirates in the Eventide Vast. Several months ago, I was delivered a message that suggested that my daughter may have survived this attack and is now known as the Sea Dancer of the Eventide Vast. In my heart, I want to believe that she is alive. I want to believe that she is still my blood.
Precaution and this recent lesson have taught me to consider otherwise. I would advise caution when you toss accusations on paper - for once they see that opening, darkness will try to take root in that doubt.
In my youth, I was married. It was turbulent on the best days and on the worst, we would spend weeks apart. It was during one of these times that my wife and young daughter were slaughtered by pirates in the Eventide Vast. Several months ago, I was delivered a message that suggested that my daughter may have survived this attack and is now known as the Sea Dancer of the Eventide Vast. In my heart, I want to believe that she is alive. I want to believe that she is still my blood.
Precaution and this recent lesson have taught me to consider otherwise. I would advise caution when you toss accusations on paper - for once they see that opening, darkness will try to take root in that doubt.
Written By Thorley
June 16, 2018, 7:51 a.m.(1/9/1009 AR)
I spent last evening in the company of two friends getting reacquainted again. I say two friends - one of them is the woman I love, the other a knight I admire. The talk continues of the best way to deal with the issue that has been placed in my hands.
I should speak to Duke Ryhalt, perhaps somewhere in our maps, there is one old enough. Also with one of the Archlectors. Or find a scholar that is versed in cartography of the ancient times. And perhaps with Prince Ainsley - I have seen him mention time and again that he is the chosen champion of Gloria. Perhaps he can give me some insight to this as well.
There has to be an answer to what is being shown to me. But the choice to follow that path must be done with care.
I promise you that much, Violet.
I should speak to Duke Ryhalt, perhaps somewhere in our maps, there is one old enough. Also with one of the Archlectors. Or find a scholar that is versed in cartography of the ancient times. And perhaps with Prince Ainsley - I have seen him mention time and again that he is the chosen champion of Gloria. Perhaps he can give me some insight to this as well.
There has to be an answer to what is being shown to me. But the choice to follow that path must be done with care.
I promise you that much, Violet.
Written By Thorley
June 13, 2018, 8:50 p.m.(12/24/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Norwood
It was good to stretch my feet and get the rust knocked off of me. Sir Norwood proved to be as much of a bear as I remember him to be. Though I know that he probably could see right through me on other things.
I will take you up on that talk when I'm ready, my friend. I still have much to sort through.
I will take you up on that talk when I'm ready, my friend. I still have much to sort through.
Written By Thorley
March 22, 2018, 6:59 a.m.(5/26/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Violet
They are impossible words to say once upon a time.. but now I say them freely and easily.
You are my wife, Violet Marjawn. And I can't wait to share our lifetimes together.
You are my wife, Violet Marjawn. And I can't wait to share our lifetimes together.
Written By Thorley
March 16, 2018, 5:29 p.m.(5/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Violet
The only blacks I want to see are your thigh highs when we're together again.
Written By Thorley
March 5, 2018, 8:16 p.m.(4/22/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Violet
Don't freeze your tits off. I've gotten accustomed to them.
What do you want me to bring back from Southport?
As for my will? I don't own much. Make sure someone gets some use out of the armor I leave behind, cause I ain't planning on leaving much armor on me when I'm gone. Make sure Eventide makes it back to Farshaw. And if Duskblade's in one piece? Find some knight that's new and needs it and make sure it has a good home.
Any knick-knacks I have? Let Violet decide what to do with 'em.
What do you want me to bring back from Southport?
As for my will? I don't own much. Make sure someone gets some use out of the armor I leave behind, cause I ain't planning on leaving much armor on me when I'm gone. Make sure Eventide makes it back to Farshaw. And if Duskblade's in one piece? Find some knight that's new and needs it and make sure it has a good home.
Any knick-knacks I have? Let Violet decide what to do with 'em.
Written By Thorley
March 3, 2018, 11:19 p.m.(4/18/1008 AR)
It has been a little over two weeks since my charges returned home with Elsbetta.
I miss them so. Without their presence, some of my purpose as house Sword is diminished. The coming war returns some of that purpose as I prepare to travel and stand firm with others.
I will just need to redouble efforts, and assure myself that I have stayed for the right reasons. Arx can employ me better with this sword than I would on the side at Westrock Reach, at rest and probably staring at the Abyss in the bottom of a bottle.
And she's a good reason to stay too.
I miss them so. Without their presence, some of my purpose as house Sword is diminished. The coming war returns some of that purpose as I prepare to travel and stand firm with others.
I will just need to redouble efforts, and assure myself that I have stayed for the right reasons. Arx can employ me better with this sword than I would on the side at Westrock Reach, at rest and probably staring at the Abyss in the bottom of a bottle.
And she's a good reason to stay too.
Written By Thorley
March 2, 2018, 8:06 a.m.(4/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Violet
Couldn't be prouder of you, Violet. All the faith in Arx in your skill and abilities!
Written By Thorley
Feb. 28, 2018, 5:27 p.m.(4/11/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Violet
Consider me floored. In all that I had assumed you were the thing I had hoped for the most and expected the least. And yet there you are.
Written By Thorley
Feb. 23, 2018, 6:08 a.m.(3/28/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Violet
Went to the bloom festival with Violet last night.
We planted a tree - I gave it some of the old blessings from home.
A seashell - May it grow strong and stand against the storm.
A shrimp's shell - May it grow tall and unwavering in the wind.
A tortoise shell - May the shipwright find it when it is ready and know that it will be a steady keel.
Mangata's Blessed Water - May Mangata bring it further life and strength to serve on her waves.
We planted a tree - I gave it some of the old blessings from home.
A seashell - May it grow strong and stand against the storm.
A shrimp's shell - May it grow tall and unwavering in the wind.
A tortoise shell - May the shipwright find it when it is ready and know that it will be a steady keel.
Mangata's Blessed Water - May Mangata bring it further life and strength to serve on her waves.
Written By Thorley
Feb. 19, 2018, 9:54 a.m.(3/21/1008 AR)
As night closes in on my private alcove,
I sit by choice all alone.
The revelations of the day still crux my mind,
the words offered to me by Mae still remain.
To this paper, I will continue to remind,
That when I'm awoke, I find that my hands are stain.
I have to remember what I dream so vivid,
that I wash, that I scrub, that I try to find a clue,
and my soul feels that much more frigid,
as I realize that nightmares are a darker dream,
and they also can come true.
I sit by choice all alone.
The revelations of the day still crux my mind,
the words offered to me by Mae still remain.
To this paper, I will continue to remind,
That when I'm awoke, I find that my hands are stain.
I have to remember what I dream so vivid,
that I wash, that I scrub, that I try to find a clue,
and my soul feels that much more frigid,
as I realize that nightmares are a darker dream,
and they also can come true.
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