A strategist and his drake[OPEN]

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It had been over ten years since Kyler had been here at the Nova Palace. He had recently received a letter from his king to see how the kingdom of Nova was fairing. After having read the letter he had burned it so there would be no evidence of this. As such he began his travels from, his home to here. The journey had taken well over a week, but that was because he and his familiar had to travel through the gorge. Of course, they had been set upon by many different creatures; but it wasn't anything they couldn't handle.

Finally, after a week, they were here at the palace. Having asked for a room in the palace, he was grateful to receive one. It did not take long for the rumors to fly that a young man from Palico was here as an emissary. It was part of the truth, but the rest of it was...a secret. So here he was, walking around the palace until he came to the Court Yard. It was approaching mid afternoon and thus it was the middle of the guard change that Kyler found himself slightly bored. Taking a breath, Kyler looked at his red drake that was walking with him around the yard. His familiar was slightly larger than most, but that was because the drake was a female. Either way, she looked ferocious and yet was beautiful.

Smiling slightly, Kyler placed his hand on the drake's head and then spoke to it through their link. Getting a reply Kyler chuckled before walking toward one of the many people that were here in the court yard. With a slight bow, Kyler introduced himself. Striking up a conversation about the Morgg and how dangerous they had been, Kyler chuckled when he said during a battle that he was responsible for over 500 Morgg deaths while he only lost 158 soldiers. The person had been shocked and then congratulated him. After finishing their conversation, Kyler walked away with a smile. Of course, he did this on purpose, he wanted to see the people's reaction.

"Hmm, now for the waiting game." Kyler then smiled more before going to sit at a bench. Now was the time to see how the people around here would react. Time was not of the essence, for now, in fact, he was bidding his time till he went to go see the King of Nova.

[Breton Fair'los]

Breton had graced his presence in the courtyard that afternoon; For the time being chatting amongst the nobles with four royal guards at his side the entire time. Each guard stood at attention, keeping a watchful eye out on the courtyard. Meanwhile the Regent acted the part of a ‘social butterfly’ and entertained the foreign and court nobles with stories. Most were tall tales, however, he mostly enjoyed spectating the reactions of those around him.. All the while hoping for a chance to slip away back into the comforts of his office in the Dungeon.

It was when a young noble man entered the courtyard with a rather large drake did Breton’s interest peek. The Regents emerald green eyes studying the boy and his ‘pet’ the entire time. Not leaving them for one second, from the moment they stepped foot into the courtyard and began mingling among the other nobles. His stories catching more attention as chatter and gossip spread among the ones within the courtyard like rapid fire. It was amusing to watch to say the least. Breton even crooked a brow when the man walked off to sit to himself. A brave or foolish display, but one that succeeded in catching Breton’s attention.

With a snap of his index finger and thumb, The regent called for a servant to come forth and listen to his set of instructions.

“ Would you please fetch the man with the giant red lizard sitting over there and a tray of lavender dandelion tea? Bring both at the gazebo in the courtyard close the castle gardens. I will be waiting there in the meantime.”

Breton stated, before beginning to walk away from the other nobles off to a secluded area close to the castle gardens. A rather large gazebo with ivory columns and a marble sapphire dome roof. Within the gazebo a small round table could be seen with four stone benches surrounding it with lavish cushions and pillows.

Breton placed himself at the table to wait, while his four royal guards positioned themselves to stand watch at the gazebo entrance.

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The quiet of the court yard soon become a dull sound of many people chatting amongst themselves. Groups had formed, and obvious diplomats had even begun to talk with other nobles of Nova. But, no one dared to approach the man with the Red Drake. It was as if no one was used to seeing a large Drake. Sighing ever so slightly, Kyler was about to head back into the palace to see if he could bother the king finally but he stopped when he noticed people watching someone else. Following their gaze, he was able to notice a lone man sitting at a large gazebo. Kyler weighed the man in his eyes and then chuckled to himself. It seemed like they were like minds in a way. But he couldn't tell in what manner just yet. Kyler had made a mental note to talk to this man later and was about to turn and walk away when he felt a soft tap on his shoulder.

Slowly standing up and then turning around, Kyler looked at the person who had tapped his shoulder. Seeing a servant, Kyler quirked an eyebrow and listened to him. It seemed the man at the gazebo was wishing to talk to him. Rubbing his chin and then hearing the man's title. Kyler couldn't help but allow a smile to form on his lips. Nodding in his agreement, Kyler began to walk toward the man known as Regent Breton. Breton had one rank over Kyler at the current moment, so this meant Kyler would have to be courteous, but he already planned on doing just that. Slowly he walked over to the gazebo until finally, he arrived at the location.

Bowing his head in respect, Kyler introduced himself. "Archduke Kyler Gorvaren, at your service Regent." It was the best way he could introduce himself without sounding entitled or obnoxious. Kyler now waited for the man to speak, while he had his hand out in a greeting to shake hands.

[Breton Fair'los]

Breton sat with patience at the table with his leg crossed over the other. He stared at his hands, which rested in front of him on the table’s surface. His thumbs rolling over each other, while he waited for her servants to return. To his surprise, the servant he sent out to retrieve the foreign noble was the one to arrive first. His emerald eyes lifting to meet the gaze of Lord Kyler who stood at the Gazebo entrance.

The guards standing watch at the gazebo, stared at the noble before looking back at each other. Their heads nodding in agreement, before taking a step aside to allow Kyler to step up onto the Gazebo and approach the Regent. Once the guards had stepped aside, Breton could get a good ‘close’ look at the lad. A un-nerving feeling crept up his forethoughts; Which caused goosebumps to rise in places that could not be seen under his robes. He brow raising at the noble’s ‘reasonable’ introduction.

His head nodding in return for respect; His hands breaking apart to grasp Kyler’s hand in response to his handshake. He only shook Kyler’s hand once, which was short and brief, before extending his hand to gesture to sit down. “ Lord Kyler Gorvaren? I do say, I’m surprised to see you all the way out here, being so far away from his Royal Majesty in Palico… How does he fair? “ Breton spoke in a calm, warm tone as if trying to spark up a conversation with the nobleman. His eyes following and watching Kyler carefully, before turning his gaze to the drake that stood by. His warm demeanor becoming some what serious as he stared at the winged beast. “ If you don’t mind lord Gorvaren, What species is she? “ Breton asked, his emerald eyes turning back to look at Kyler. Though before he could say or hear Kyler’s response to his questions; The two were interrupted by a civilian guard who approached the gazebo and handed several documents to one of Breton’s guards. The regents attention doing his best to stay on his guest, while the bodyguard quietly made his attempt to approach the regent.

“ Forgive the intrusion your lordship; Here are the most recent documents of criminal activity reported. Though I regret to inform that there is still no sightings of the ‘wanted serpent’. However, crime activity has increased as of late since the last execution.” The guard mentions in a nervous tone to the Regent. The man's hand some what trembling while he held out the document to Breton. With a quick flick of his wrist, Breton jerked the paperwork from the man’s hand and waved him on in a aggravated manner.

“ Forgive my men, Lord Kyler, Sometimes they don’t understand respect between leisure and work. “ Breton spoke to Kyler, attempting his hand at apologizing for his men’s behavior for the interruption. While his other servant quietly arrived and placed down a tray of assorted fruits, sweet breads and a tea-pot of dandelion tea brewed fresh in front of the two noblemen.

[vennessa]

Vennessa was at odds with herself. For several days she had been a melting pot of emotions. One minute she was Happy; The next minute she would be a blubbering baby because the King..No..NOKU, Kept blowing her off! No matter how many times she stood outside his office or tried to get a audience with him in the court. The guards and servants would constantly shoo her away. On top of that, Noku himself would flat out refuse to speak with her! This frustrated the countess and furthered her suspicions of being personally ignored. This hurt Vennessa's feeling to think of such a thing, but she couldn't blame his majesty for not wanting to see her after soo long of being absent in his life. She had hurt him first after all. Plus from the rumors spreading around like rapid fire; The king was beginning to move on and even start a family.

This rumor made Vennessa even more upset, bringing doubt to her mind about the mission Galahad had given her. With depressed Vennessa even more, while she stood inside the castle looking out the widow into the courtyard below. She had been watching Breton the whole time mingle with the other nobles. Something she hadn't seen him do, let alone...Vennessa's face lit up and her lips parted in a big wide smile. Breton! Breton was close to Noku!! He could get her a audience with Noku or at least tell her why she has been ignored for so long.

A new fire of desire sparked within the countess as she grabbed at her dress and hiked it up; quickly running down the hall and out into the courtyard. Her high heel shoes not making it any easier to run. By the time she made it out into the main courtyard with the rest of the nobles, Breton had already disappeared?! The hell did he go in that amount of time?! Vennessa thought, pacing around the other nobles with a bewildered expression. She would of almost missed him, if it wasn't for the young noble with the drake. Her eyes following him over to a gazebo where...THERE HE WAS!! Vennessa's eyes widen the moment she recognized the dark and slender figure of the regent sitting within the gazebo. With a giddy mini dance of excitement. Vennessa left the crowd of other nobles and tried her best to sneak on over to where the Regent and unfamiliar noble were at. She knew she couldn't get too close, but she managed to get to a nearby shrubbery and hide behind it. Luckily she was close enough to be able to hear the conversations being had. Too nervous to approach just yet in fear of interrupting the noblemen's meeting now that she realized it could be important.

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It was the typical greeting and shaking of hands for Kyler and Breton. When Lord Breton had signalled Kyler to take a seat the man obliged him and went to sit down. As he had some so he listened to Breton talk about King Silas. With a smile, Kyler replied swiftly. "My dear king silas is fairing well and has deemed to send me here as his personal emissary to visit his cousin King Noku and to offer congratulations on the upcoming wedding." Not many people would ever learn about the true reason Kyler was there. In fact only two people other than Kyler actually knew why. Kylers personal bodyguard and the king. Either way, it was time for Kyler to learn more about Noku's court and see where the weakpoints were. If there were any. As the two highly ranked nobles were sitting down, Kylers eyes never left Bretons, in fact something deep inside of the Kyler almost wanted to jump out and bite Breton's neck off. But there was no movement on Kyler side. In fact, if anything Kyler seemed pleased to be there. Then came the question of what type his drake was. His drake: whom he hadnt fully named yet was an ice type. "Oh, she's an ice drake. Much like my families breeds. You see my family actually breeds ice drakes." 

As he had been responding Kyler had bee. Interrupted by the two guards. One even had the gall to interrupt them mid-conversation. But it was the letters that had intrigued Kyler, then the words 'wanted serpent' intrigued Kyler all the more so. Was Nova having a drake problem? Of so Kyler could definitely assist with this situation. Watching the man be sent away hurriedly, Kyler chuckles slightly and smiled at Breton. "It is fine Lord Breton. I know how important it is to capture people that threaten the way of life as we know it. In fact, I have a man I'm connected to that might be able to help you track this serpent down if you would like? Actually I insist you let me help personally. If it is a serpent, my drake here can easily locate it, you see she has a knack for finding the hidden."

As if to boost what he had spoken, his female ice drake had gone on alert and began prowling around until it had stopped in front of a woman whom seemed to be listening in on them. "Bring her here my beautiful one." Kyler spoke as he motioned his drake to move the female toward them. This Was Kyler being courteous to a potential spy. The female could easily be arrested or killed for trying to be where she did not beling, but since Kyler was involved a lot of this would depend on him and how he felt. 

[Breton Fair'los]

Breton listened to Lord Gorvaren intently; His emerald eyes not leaving his servant and the cup that the young lad poured. The servant’s hand steady the whole time, though felt the regent’s gaze on him the whole time. With a quick pause; The servant poured the young noble Gorvaren a cup of tea. Quickly setting out the snacks in front of each nobleman, daring not to look up the entire time, before excusing himself from the gazebo.

Breton picked up his cup; bringing it up to his face, then looking over to Kyler who spoke of young King Silas. The Regent’s kept his expressions to a minimum, giving the young lad a straight face. While nodding his head at the news. Of course ‘he’ would visit while Noku made a fool of himself. Breton thought, taking a sip of his tea.

It was when Kyler spoke of his drake did the regent’s attention returned to the drake. Nodding his head while the young lord gave details on the creature’s sex and type. “ A female ice type you say? How quaint.” Breton noted, setting the cup he had in his hand down on the table in front of him. His attention sharp and direct, quickly glancing over to Kyler the moment he offered help at catching his ‘serpent’ problem. His brow raised in amusement and curiosity. “ Oh? You know how to track beasts advisor Gorvaren? I can understand your pet beast being able to, but you? Now that I would like to see if you are that willing to assist in my serpent problem. ” Breton chuckled, giving the young lad a slight smile. His hand still holding onto the cup, His fingers still curled around the handle, while he tapped the cup’s rim with his index finger.

His nail struck the porcelain, giving off a loud, sharp tink with each tap. Then once he notice the drake move, Breton paused and looked over to where the drake was roaming about. His emerald gaze following the beast while Kyler gave the command to ‘bring her here.’ A spy perhaps? One foolish enough to listen and would suffer the wrath of- The regent’s eyes widen, caught off guard in mid thought when he saw the familiar golden ringlet locks.

Breton’s features paled and he stared at the gorgeous woman that the drake had caught peeping. As the drake brought the woman over to the gazebo, Breton straightened his posture and cleared his throat. “ Countess Lady Vanessa; Peeping seems like something beneath you dear. You will always have my attention, golden maiden, come sit if you wish.. ” Breton raised his voice, calling out to the maiden as if inviting her into the conversation. “ Lord Gorvaren, Lady Vennessa, Countess of Kanto. “ Breton spoke in a low tone, informing the young foreign advisor of who his drake had discovered.

[vennessa]

Oh for the love of mylee’s bearded titties, She had been caught! Vennessa froze in place the moment the drake sniffed over in her direction. Her eyes wide with fear at the large lizard with wings. The countess trying her best to shoo the creature away, but to no success. With defeat Vennessa, left her hiding place and refused to let the drake to ‘man handle her’ out of hiding. The lovely countess dusted off her gown and walked over to the gazebo. The drake following close behind, which made her rather nervous to say the least. As she walked, her curly golden locks of hair shined in the sun. This created a golden glow effect around the young maiden when she walked and made her way to the gazebo.

Once she reached the entrance of the gazebo; Vennessa stopped and looked at both guards before looking up at the regent with wide electric blue eyes. His words cut deep, though not untrue. She shouldn’t have tried to peep into their conversation. However, instead of admitting to wrong, the countess replied to the Regent with a elegant smile and curtsy of respect. “ Lord Regent, you are too kind. Thank you.” Vennessa spoke, knowing well that the Regent had let her off with a far better warning than any other person caught spying. She would be a fool to refuse his offer to join now. Seeing how he had chosen to spare her life or lashing of any sort.

Vennessa thought, grabbing at her gown before entering the gazebo. Her gaze soon meeting eye contact with a blonde young nobleman. Her attention to him, while she extended her hand in greetings. Taking note that perhaps the drake belonged to the man before her. “ Good day my lord. I hope that my company does not bore the likes of you both. “ Vennessa smiled, taking a seat across from the two men.