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Fireclaw3
“When there is nothing left to hold onto, hold onto you faith.” #GodisGood
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Post by Fireclaw3 on Jan 8, 2023 20:46:24 GMT -5
Sir William Redfort
“If you are wondering about payment, squires get none.” William said as he studied the boy. “At least not in the form of money, anyways. The Knight pays the way of the squire until the squire achieves the rank of knight. He should provide the squire invaluable amounts of training and experience in a variety of fighting methods, teach them the rules of warfare, and help them become good horse riders. It was the squires responsibility to help maintain the weapons and armor, taking care of the horses, assisting the knight in putting his armor on, and learn emergency first aid in case something happens. The choice is yours, because you will have an easier life here at the castle, and if you were my squire permanently, you would probably have to stay with me at my keep. Though you can squire for me temporarily during the joust.”
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Post by bloodrosepelt on Jan 8, 2023 20:46:58 GMT -5
Selene happily hugged her son back and watched him and Valex interact with one another. Though she hated letting him leave her side to go to that school, though she has to admit that she was happy to see him have such a good friend. She looked at her brother in-law and gave her a smile since he was the one to push her to let him go.
Valex looked at her his friend and said, “Well as much as we can when not being forced to deal with everyone else’s problems you mean Scover. You know how much work they like to throw at the two of us.”
Lulu shrugged her shoulders as she said, “I do not know dear, I honestly don’t. I fear that by me participating it would discourage younger mages from taking part.”
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Post by Hawkeyes258 on Jan 8, 2023 22:33:34 GMT -5
Luna watched as everyone talked excitedly about the potential events. She wondered if they should go all out to really make it something to remember. She could see the main ballroom area filled with music, laughter and much dancing.
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Post by bloodrosepelt on Jan 8, 2023 22:39:05 GMT -5
Valex looked at William as he explained more as to what they would be doing as a squire. He then looked at Luna and asked, "Um Mother what do you think, do you think this is something we should do for the joust?"
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Post by AshLightning on Jan 8, 2023 22:44:07 GMT -5
Jay watched as Scover and Valex talked about their practice, followed by how it would be hindered when they got back to the academy since the teachers would no doubt ask them to help with their own duties. The king frowned and looked between the two. “Boys, would you like me and Luna to speak with the leaders at the Academy? We mentioned this before, but they’re really not supposed to rely on you two to do their jobs as faculty. I am more than willing to lay down the law, as it were, with the teachers and staff at that Academy.” He said, looking between them as if wondering if they wanted him to or not.
Scover looked up as his uncle talked to him and Scover. He looked curious, as if he thought it might work. “What do you think?” He asked Valex. He then looked up at Sir William for a moment. “I don’t think I’d want to be a full time squire, Sir William. I like magic too much and we’ve come so far in that already.” He said with a lopsided grin. “But I would at least like to help when I can during the tournament!” He said.
Revelation chuckled and nodded softly. “Yes I think that you would scare off a lot of the competition. What do you think, Sprig?” He asked the infant, holding him up a bit so he and Lulu were eye-to-eye with him.
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Post by bloodrosepelt on Jan 8, 2023 22:53:45 GMT -5
Valex looked up at Jay and thought for a moment on his words. If he accepted then he and Scover would have a lot more time to advance their own skills in other magical areas. He moved out of his adoptive fathers embrace as he looked at the ground and said, "I would hate to force an undo burden on you two."
Lulu chuckled as Rev held their son up to have him eye level with her. Smiling she asked, "What do you think sweetie, should mommy compete and show everyone who is the boss?"
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Post by AshLightning on Jan 8, 2023 23:01:30 GMT -5
Jay watched as Valex left his hug and spoke about pushing a burden on he and Luna. The king just gave a warm, loving smile at both Valex and Scover. "Valex, you will never ever be a burden to Luna and I. You deserve to have a fun filled, exciting adventure while at school." He said in response. The king slowly rose to his feet. "If you want me to go and speak to the Academy, Luna and I will in a heartbeat. But only if you want us to." He said.
Scover walked a tiny bit closer to Valex. "What do you think? I would rather be able to explore more and have more fun but only if you want to be done pandering to the Teacher's whims."
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Post by bloodrosepelt on Jan 8, 2023 23:05:54 GMT -5
Valex looked at Scover and said, "You know that I would love to get those teachers to stop making me devote hours of my life to make their lives easier." He then looked back to Jay and with his blush returning brighter than ever said, "Then if you and mother wouldn't mind to much?"
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Post by Hawkeyes258 on Jan 8, 2023 23:06:44 GMT -5
Sprig had been staring at Ser William mainly cause it was a new person that he didn't know. Once his gaze is back to his mother and father, he just smiles and lets out a little giggle.
"Would be no burden at all. I suspect that some were content because no one called them out on it. Our mere presence will be enough to make them a little nervous." Luna wasn't one to use her status to intimidate people, yet she did like how her title could make people squirm just a little.
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Post by bloodrosepelt on Jan 8, 2023 23:15:23 GMT -5
Valex looked nervous as he looked at Luna and walked over to her in a lightning quick motion hugged her, but quickly got back to a normal position. Letting a cough into his hand he said, "Well thank you m-mother, I greatly appreciate it." While this was going on Selene forced Scover into a hug out of sheer joy from the sight.
Lulu chuckled at Sprig's giggling and said, "I am going to take that as a no sweetie." She then looked at her family as everything was going on and asked, "That looks so cute, wouldn't you agree dear?"
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Post by AshLightning on Jan 8, 2023 23:28:49 GMT -5
Scover let out a soft "Ack!" As his mother suddenly eushed over and hugged him. The boy soon smiled and hugged his mother back. He was very happy as well.
Jay chuckled as Scover raced over to Selene and hugged her. He soon walked over and rested a gentle hand on his shoulder. "When you two go back to the Academy we'll join you. Then we'll talk to the headmaster." He said with a warm smile. "My son, if you ever find there's something you absurdly need, within reason, just tell us and we'll do our best to make it happen." He said.
Rev smiled as Sprog laughed and he soon looked over at their larger family. He smiled, seeing the bonding moment. "Aww that's so cool." He said softly.
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Post by bloodrosepelt on Jan 8, 2023 23:38:07 GMT -5
Valex sighed as he just said aloud, "You two sure are different from the old man in so many ways." Scratching his cheek as he continued, "Not that I mind though, at least I think."
Lulu nuzzled into Rev as she said, "Well it is great to see that my new baby brother is adapting to the family as quick as he is. If any boy needed a family like this then it would be him."
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Post by AshLightning on Jan 8, 2023 23:52:34 GMT -5
Jay chuckled and shrugged a small bit. "I can't promise we'll be perfect, Valex. Anyone who does is lying. But we'll do the best job we can to show you love and a nurturing environment where you can grow, learn, and be yourself. Not to mention, getting to be a kid." He said softly. He gently pulled Luna and Valex into a warm, gentle hug for a moment.
Revelation smiled as Lulu snuggled in and he kissed her cheek a couple times. "I agree sweetie." He said softly.
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Post by bloodrosepelt on Jan 9, 2023 0:00:51 GMT -5
Valex let out a very unmanly yelp as he was suddenly brought into the three way hug. After a moment he did hug them back and if someone could actually see it then they would have seen a smile plaster itself all over his face. He honestly felt like he could like being a part of this family.
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Post by Hawkeyes258 on Jan 9, 2023 13:08:54 GMT -5
Luna lets out a small laugh as Jay pulls her and Valex into a hug. She presses her face into his chest and just enjoys his presence. "You better get used to these hugs Valex."
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Post by bloodrosepelt on Jan 10, 2023 0:52:32 GMT -5
Valex gave a small nod, which forced him to accidentally nuzzle into Luna and Jay. Frantically he pulled back a little bit and said, "Oh I am sorry, I did not mean to do that."
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Post by AshLightning on Jan 10, 2023 1:39:54 GMT -5
Jay chuckled as Valex got all flustered and pulled away. "Oh its okay, Valex. We don't mind." He said happily. He then stood up straighter. "Now then, I do believe we have our ideas for the tournament. Sir William, I may come asking for you assistance as this idea is fleshed out." He said. He then looked back to Valex. "Now, Valex my boy. Your nee room here in the castle is ready, so whenever you want to see it just asl one of the Servants or me or Luna. Well also need to get you some new clothes for your stay here in the castle. And at some point you'll need to meet your little siblings." He said with a big smile.
Scover laughed happily as Jay rambled about all that needed to happen. "Valex, you made us all busy again." He said playfully.
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Post by bloodrosepelt on Jan 10, 2023 1:50:04 GMT -5
Valex looked at Scover with an unamused look and said, "Scover my friend, now is not the time." He then looked at Jay and said, "Well sense you two are here then I don't see why we shouldn't go look at it now." With a smaller tone he looked away and said, "And meet these new siblings I suppose."
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Post by AshLightning on Jan 10, 2023 2:08:56 GMT -5
Jay smiled and nodded. "Then let's go then." He said, beginning to walk towards the nearby exit of thr courtyard. He looked back as William offered his assistance. The king nodded appreciatively. "Raise your head, sir knight." The king responded before entering the hallway with Valex and Luna.
Scover smiled and waved as Luna, Jay, and Valex walked off. He then looked back to his mother and William. "Well... now what?" The boy said.
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Post by bloodrosepelt on Jan 10, 2023 11:42:55 GMT -5
Selene looked down at Scover and with a smile she said, "Well if you want then you and William can do some more practicing with swords and bows. I can even sit back and cheer you on sweetie."
Valex gave a bow to William and his new extended family before walking off with his adoptive parents. Looking up a Jay he asked, "So which are we doing first, checking out the room you prepared for me or should I meet these new siblings?"
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Post by AshLightning on Jan 10, 2023 11:57:05 GMT -5
Scover brightened up a bit as Selene said he might be able to go back to practicing. He quickly turned back to Sir William. "Can we train some more?!" He exclaimed.
Jay smiled and pondered the question for a moment. "Hmmm well the triplets are probably still learning from their tutor. I'll send someone to get them once they're done learning and take a break. So for now let's go check out your room, hm?" The king responded. "Along those lines, is there anything we can get you to make your room feel more like home? Anything you had that you'd like here?" Jay asked.
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Post by bloodrosepelt on Jan 10, 2023 12:14:07 GMT -5
Valex raised an eyebrow as he was asked what he would want to have in his room to make it feel more like his own. After thinking for a moment he said, "Well my living courters back with the old man all I could have was magic books, a table, and a bed. So aside from that I have no idea what else to have."
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Post by AshLightning on Jan 10, 2023 20:39:11 GMT -5
Jay just nodded softly. "Alright. Then for now we'll just show you the room and if you find anything you want or would like just let us know." He said warmly. They soon arrived at the room that would be Valex's. It was somewhat near Scover's room but still in its own area that was quiet. Jay stepped back and gently nudged Valex forward in front of he and Luna. "After you, Valex." He said.
Scover grinned happily. "Yay! But could we do some Archery? I'm interested in that too!" Scover said, mimicking the motions he saw the archers use when lining up their shots, pulling back the string of the bow, then letting it go.
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Post by bloodrosepelt on Jan 10, 2023 21:51:25 GMT -5
Selene looked at Scover and with the shake of her head said, "Now Scover when Sir William agreed to be your teacher that meant you have to listen to him. So that means if he says that for now you only practice what he has already taught you then that is what you do."
Valex groaned slightly as he pushed forward into his new room. He looked around to see a decently sized bed and several bookshelves along the wall. He walked over to the bed and put a hand on it to test how it felt. With a chuckle he said, "Well at least now I don't have to share a bed with Scover anymore, he tosses and turns to much for my liking."
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Fireclaw3
“When there is nothing left to hold onto, hold onto you faith.” #GodisGood
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Post by Fireclaw3 on Jan 11, 2023 0:18:25 GMT -5
Sir William Redfort
William chuckled softly. “Oh, it is quite alright, my lady. When I said that, I meant that on the matter of swordplay. I want to keep them on equal footing so that they grow and learn together, as well as from each other. However, we will not be doing any archery today, because it will take a little bit of digging around to find bows suitable for you lads to start training with. I’ll set a man to it, and he should find some within a day or two. Most of the bows here are hard to draw longbows, which even grown men struggle to use. Think of it in the same manner as I told you lads about these wooden swords earlier. The harder the draw of the bow, the stronger you become once you master it, though you have to know your limits and start from the bottom. Maybe a little bit more practice like we did earlier, and that will be it for the day.”
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Post by bloodrosepelt on Jan 12, 2023 11:58:57 GMT -5
Selene looked at William and with a smile said,” That sounds like a marvelous sir William.” She then snapped her fingers as she said,” And after your two get done we can have a picnic to help both my big sting men recoup their energy.” A slight blush came across her face and wondered if William caught that she was calling him hers.
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Post by AshLightning on Jan 12, 2023 20:29:24 GMT -5
Jay had grabbed a nearby servant, asking them to bring the triplets once their learning had concluded for the time. He then followed Valex into the room and watched him look around and test put the bed. "I see. How do you like the bed?" Jay asked, making sure the necessities of the room had been met.
Scover adopted a disappointed face as he was told he couldn't learn any bow skills today. "Awww okay..." He said, looking between his mother and William. He then tipped his head at his mother's statements, finding them a bit odd for her. But after a few moments he was over it, looking back to William and smiling a tiny bit. "Can we train now?" He asked.
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Fireclaw3
“When there is nothing left to hold onto, hold onto you faith.” #GodisGood
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Post by Fireclaw3 on Jan 12, 2023 21:10:08 GMT -5
Sir William Redfort
William smiled down at Selene. “I would be honored, my lady.” William said, feeling his hunger growing just at the thought of food. When Selene said ‘my big strong men’, William simply thought he miss heard her, and thought that she probably said ‘you big strong men’. Looking down at Scover, William nodded his head. “Aye, let’s train a bit more. I’ll make a warrior out of you yet, lad.” He said with a grin, then walked away to pick up both of their training swords again. Handing Scover the smaller one, William raised his up in the air. “Ok lad, let’s start over, and remember what I said earlier and follow my motions.”
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