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sweetclover1
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Post by sweetclover1 on Jun 22, 2017 11:58:56 GMT -5
(Oooh I love Alice. Can we just take a moment to appreciate none of the princesses are really "princessy" cuz we have the obsessive murderess, the rebellious princess who doesn't like the rules, and a small, blind adventurous one that currently has her hair sheered off.) Keegan winced at the observation, left hand clutching his right as if to stop it from shaking. Even if it was the evidence they needed to point out his innocence, to prove it, he still didn't like it. He knew Elric had a point, too, considering he could barely keep a book up with only his right side. It may look the same as his left but that took years of him training himself, and he knew that Duncan was unaware of his weakness: at the time of the "fit" that left his right side useless Duncan had been sent away to study abroad. His brother hadn't come back for a few years, which was just enough time for Keegan to regain some semblance of control over his body. It wasn't completly recovered- it still wasn't to this day, clearly, but it was enough to hide it from his brother. "He doesn't know a-a-about m-my r-r-right s-s-side. I w-w-was y-young wh-when I had a f-f-fit a-and then m-my r-right s-side was c-completely u-useless. D-d-Duncan was studying abroad a-at th-that time. " he explained hesitantly, clearly not liking the fact that he had to admit to him being so weak. His lips were pursed, clearly unhappy at the admission, and embarassed too. Some crown prince he ended up being. "I h-had to t-t-train for y-years b-before I c-could be in th-the public. Th-three. Th-then Duncan c-came back a-and th-that was enough t-time to tr-train myself t-tonhide it." ) (Also Dra has decent medical people but they don't know what a stroke is. Hence a "fit" )
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Post by ƤαƖƖαѕ ✧ on Jun 22, 2017 12:09:17 GMT -5
[Yeah, I know right! Also, that's a nice little detail]
Elric nodded "So would Duncan be the only person in the palace who wouldn't have known about what happened? Because if so, that strengthens the case against him even further."
The young prince was writing furiously now, notes all over the page. This was perfect. Absolutely what he needed to prove Keegan's innocence, and Duncan's guilt. He simply couldn't have imagined better evidence even if he had tried.
Someone who had known about Keegan's weaker right side would have most definitely accounted for it when they were killing Keegan's father, especially someone as intelligent as Duncan. All of the evidence here was definitely lining up just perfectly. He was so close to proving everything and doing it all within his father's time constraints.
He could sense the other man was uncomfortable, but they'd have to push through it if they were going to prove this. If Keegan hid his weakness, this would only damage the progress Elric was making here. He couldn't afford feelings right now. They just made everything way more complicated than they needed to be, and Elric didn't need complications when he was dealing with such a difficult case. Duncan was always one step ahead, and Elric couldn't let himself fall behind.
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yukinosora
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Post by yukinosora on Jun 22, 2017 12:18:11 GMT -5
(Thanks! ^^ Also, are we just going to assume that Alice has already figured out who Keegan is? I could probably start off with Alice sending some sort of message to Duncan by horse or hawk or whatever the form of communication is. Is that okay?)
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Post by ƤαƖƖαѕ ✧ on Jun 22, 2017 12:29:53 GMT -5
[yeah, we'll say she knows who Keegan is. Perhaps she overheard the conversations between Keegan and Elric, too. And yeah, you can start with her sending a message]
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yukinosora
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Post by yukinosora on Jun 22, 2017 12:31:21 GMT -5
Alice smiled at the revelation of Keegan's past and laughed out loud. "Finally, a chance to get rid of my dear, sweet elder brother," She thought to herself. "Time to make myself acquainted with this prince." Putting on a facade of pure worry and pity, she rushed over to her brother, Elric and the ex-crown prince Keegan. She slowed down as she approached, lowering her voice to a whisper and saying, "I heard what happened with father." It was best that she make herself appear as a close ally first, before anything else. So, she needed them to trust her.
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Post by ƤαƖƖαѕ ✧ on Jun 22, 2017 12:37:31 GMT -5
A voice in his ear. A familiar voice. Elric turned around to see his younger sister, Alice.
Something about her had always made him feel uneasy, some gut instinct he couldn't quite place. She had always shown a great admiration for him, Elric had thought, but the prince was more of a shy type and this kind of admiration and attention from his younger sibling had always made him feel slightly uncomfortable, thought he would never say such a thing.
"Oh, you did? Did father tell you?" Elric asked
His heart was thumping in his chest. Had she been told, or had she been eavesdropping? He wasn't sure. Something felt wrong about this.
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yukinosora
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Post by yukinosora on Jun 22, 2017 12:47:07 GMT -5
Alice smiled brightly. "Oh, I'm so sorry!" She replied, "I was actually looking for you to ask you about this book I found on herbs. There was an herb I didn't recognize and wanted to see if you did." She awkwardly scratched the back of her neck. "However, when I found you, I ended up overhearing you and dad arguing about something. I was worried, so I listened in. I'm so sorry, Elric. I know it wasn't my place to listen in..." At the end, she trailed off, hoping this excuse would at least make them less suspicious. The look in her brother's eyes made her doubt that he trusted her, but no matter what, she needed his trust. A simple lie was nothing when it truly was for his own good. If only he trusted her, he could die knowing that his death was merely because of another kingdom. Never would he suspect his poor, innocent little sister.
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Post by ƤαƖƖαѕ ✧ on Jun 22, 2017 12:55:10 GMT -5
[OMG she is so creepy in the best way possible. She has to have a monologue at some point, it would feel cruel to deny her a classic villain monologue XD]
Elric raised an eyebrow, but gave a small smile "No, it wasn't your place. Father would be very angry if he found out you were eavesdropping. But okay then, show me this herb and then let me finish with this. I'm working on something important and...time-sensitive"
He put the papers he had been working on down so he could focus on whatever request his sister had of him. He didn't think she was actually a threat, as uncomfortable as she made him feel sometimes, so he just swallowed down his fears and put them aside. Alice was just his little sister. Yes, he always had to be wary of threats as the Crown Prince, but he was an older brother first and foremost.
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sweetclover1
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Post by sweetclover1 on Jun 22, 2017 12:56:11 GMT -5
Keegan bit his lip, giving a reluctant nod at the question. He then realized that the prince wouldn't have noticed the nkd, too caught up in his own work that he'd have to voice his agreement. "H-him and any n-new staff," he finally said, shifting in place as he glanced back at the prince, a small lopsided smile lighting his features as he watched the young man work furiously. Honestly he found Elrics fierce concentration rather... cute. An affectionate look stole its way across the former princes face before he shook it away, catching the look and cursing himself for it. There was no room for those kinds of feelings, he had enough going on at this point. He didn't need his jeart to get caught up in some ridiculous liking. There was no way that would ever happen so he needed to move on. He didn't even want those kinds of feelings, Considering what happened last time. His mouth dried at the thought as he tried to distance himself mentally, a light frown on his face as he thought about Him. When Aloce entered the room Keegan became quiet, shying away from the girl. He never quite trusted her trusted her, and his anxiety spiked with her closeness, saying nothing as he seemed to hide behind Elric, ignoring the princess carefully. ( do as you wish with that info- if you want Euridium to be slightly more knowledgeable in the medical field or something or have Elric be more knowledgeable for his case )
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yukinosora
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Post by yukinosora on Jun 22, 2017 13:10:35 GMT -5
Alice nodded and let out a small sigh, glad that she actually had a book on herbs with her. Opening the book, she flipped to the page showing "basil". This herb wasn't native to the kingdom, so it was a perfectly good question to ask. "It's in a foreign tongue and I can't pronounce it. Do you know, Elric? It's a pretty small question, so I am sorry for bothering you with it," She explained, smiling awkwardly. Once she got through this, she could work on the actual planning of the whole scheme. For now, she had to have this conversation turn out at normally as possible. Luckily, the suspicion in her brother's eyes died down, and Alice smiled to herself.
(Yes! I'm glad you like her. I will be sure to give her villain monologue.)
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Post by ƤαƖƖαѕ ✧ on Jun 22, 2017 13:18:03 GMT -5
"Ah, I think that's actually native to Keegan's kingdom," Elric said with a small nod towards the other man, who had been studiously ignoring the girl due to his shyness "I believe it's 'basil'"
He wasn't sure if Keegan had the same feelings about Princess Alice, the same discomfort and suspicion. If he did, at least Elric would have the comfort of knowing it wasn't just him who felt that way. He sometimes felt guilty about feeling so uncomfortable around his own sister, whom he should trust completely and utterly, without question.
But in his position, as heir to the throne, threats on his life could come from anywhere. Especially siblings. Keegan's experience had proved that to him.
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Post by yukinosora on Jun 22, 2017 13:25:41 GMT -5
Alice grinned, as if she had finally come to an understanding. "I see...'basil', then. It has a nice sound to it!" She replied, closing the book and straightening herself. "Well, I suppose you have some important business, so I'll leave you alone." Alice smiled at Keegan kindly. "I am sorry that you have to go through this. You don't deserve it. Sometimes, it is best to watch out for who you trust. Even your siblings can be your greatest enemy...." Clearing her throat, she paused, "It is nice that my family does not have to go through such a trajedy. I love them all so dearly, especially my older brother!" Her smile brightened as she turned her gaze to her brother, adding in a little giggle to assure him.
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sweetclover1
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Post by sweetclover1 on Jun 22, 2017 13:41:32 GMT -5
( I love Alice omg )
Keegan had to tense his muscles so he didn't recoil when the princesses attention had been turned to himself. Instead he straightened his back the best he could, his general anxiety when it came to being around people other than Elric and his initial distrust of her making it difficult for him to not just bolt out of the room and run far, far away. That feral glint flickered in his eyes for a moment, still his actions mirroring that of a caged animal and a slave than anything else most of the time.
"J-just b-because you don't d-doesn't m-mean other d-don't want the th-throne," he murmured, but it was so quiet that the comment was more to himself than anything. He still was behind Elric, being the coward that he wa. He wasn't hiding exactly, just his right shoulder behind Elric to hide the slight tremble. His heart twisted at the sight of the basil in the book, missing his homes herbs and cooking, but he shoved the thought away as he eyed the woman with a neutral look. Well the best neutral look he could muster, the feral glint still there.
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Post by ƤαƖƖαѕ ✧ on Jun 22, 2017 13:47:36 GMT -5
"Yes, I love you too, Alice. We can talk a little bit later, then, okay?" Elric replied to his little sister.
He agreed with Keegan, though he didn't voice it. He was constantly suspicious of his siblings, especially Alice, even though he tried not to be. Alice had always seemed borderline obsessed with Elric, to a somewhat concerning level. But he wasn't really afraid, because if she loved him so much, she wasn't going to harm him. Plus, security around the palace was actually quite good.
Elric did not really suspect anything, and nor should he. He had no reason to believe Alice was actually planning anything.
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Post by yukinosora on Jun 22, 2017 13:50:30 GMT -5
Alice nodded, letting out a sad sigh. "If it were to come to it - should someone else try to take my brother's place on the throne, I promise to take them down. As much as I love my siblings, I cannot forgive anyone else trying to take the throne for themself'" She replied. That is, anyone else except for Alice. No one could stand in the way of her path to the crown. Accidents happen, after all. "I'm sure you would have done the same for your brother if all this hadn't happened," Alice assured him, smiling. She had noticed his discomfort, and immediately realized that his trust would be the hardest to earn. "Ah, right. We can talk later. Goodbye, dear brother!" With a small wave, she rushed to the door, slipping out quietly.
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Post by ƤαƖƖαѕ ✧ on Jun 22, 2017 14:11:11 GMT -5
[yeah!]
"I know you feel uncomfortable around her," Elric nodded "I do too sometimes. But you have to remember that what you've been through is bound to make you more suspicious of people. Alice isn't dangerous, she's just a little strange, is all. Obviously I'm not going to let myself get complacent, but I honestly don't think she's an actual threat."
He had known Alice longer than Keegan and he honestly just didn't think that she was dangerous, only that she was a little bit creepy sometimes. She didn't seem to actually want to hurt him, and Elric wasn't going to do anything about his feelings of discomfort if he had no evidence that Alice was actually planning anything.
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yukinosora
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Post by yukinosora on Jun 22, 2017 14:12:10 GMT -5
(I keep laughing very evilly to myself. I can't help it :') )
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Post by ƤαƖƖαѕ ✧ on Jun 22, 2017 14:13:50 GMT -5
[Honestly I don't blame you XD]
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Post by ƤαƖƖαѕ ✧ on Jun 22, 2017 14:25:44 GMT -5
"I think you meant overthrow, but yes, she very well might be," Elric replied "But do you have a shred of actual evidence to suggest that she actually intends to harm me? Because unless you do, there's nothing I can do. Plus, we have bigger problems at the moment. Like your brother. I'd much rather focus on the imminent problems than anything my teenage sister might be planning, unless there's anything to actually prove she wants to kill me. Plus, even if she did kill me, she would have to also get rid of all of my other siblings, which I don't see happening anytime soon. So there's no point in worrying about it"
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Post by yukinosora on Jun 22, 2017 14:28:35 GMT -5
Alice's smile broadened, almost seeming creepy as she rushed down the halls of the castle. This new information was perfect. Before anything else had been said, she already knew what she would do. Alice planned to inform Duncan of what she has seen and heard. She would suggest that her brother and former prince Keegan be kidnapped, so that it looked like Keegan kidnapped Elric. Then, Elric's death will take place at the hands of Duncan. Alice would be one step closer to the crown. If people did not believe that Keegan took Elric, then at the least, a war would certainly begin, as her father would declare war on every suspicious kingdom. In the midst of the war, there is a higher chance of Elric or Alice's other siblings taking their last breath. It was a perfect plan.
Alice slowed her pace as she approached her room, looking around before she entered and closing the door firmly behind her. Once in her room, she rushed over to her desk, pulling out a piece of parchment paper and a quill.
'Prince Duncan,
I have wonderful news that may be of use to you. In exact, no one must know where you heard this information.
Former Prince Keegan is in our castle, conspiring against you along with Prince Elric. They plan to expose you. I suggest that you take them both far away from here and kill them. That should silence them. Everyone will suspect Prince Keegan of the crime. It is a perfect plan.
You know where to find Prince Elric. It is your choice on what to do with that knowledge.
-Prince Gabriel'
Finishing the letter, she smiled to herself before walking over to the window and taking her hawk out of its cage. She attached the letter to its leg before sending it off, watching as it flew away, becoming closer and closer to Duncan and bringing Alice ever closer to the crown.
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yukinosora
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Post by yukinosora on Jun 22, 2017 14:29:35 GMT -5
(I plot well~)
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Post by ƤαƖƖαѕ ✧ on Jun 22, 2017 14:31:30 GMT -5
[OOOH SHE SO SNEAKY SIGNING GABRIEL'S NAME
Okay, we can totally do the kidnapping now if you want]
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Post by ƤαƖƖαѕ ✧ on Jun 22, 2017 14:34:46 GMT -5
[Yeah totally x That sounds cool x]
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yukinosora
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Post by yukinosora on Jun 22, 2017 14:35:21 GMT -5
Oh boi here come the evil laughs again hahaha)
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Post by ƤαƖƖαѕ ✧ on Jun 22, 2017 14:38:21 GMT -5
[yaas]
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Post by ƤαƖƖαѕ ✧ on Jun 22, 2017 14:42:28 GMT -5
[Okay, so who is going to start and how're we going to do this?]
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