Snippet #2544729

Dante walked impatiently to Luxan's room he needed to speak to the public of Montefor. He opened the door to the room and went straight to the desk and sat down. he fumbled with the mirror and groomed himself slightly. He needed to look presentable to the people. Once he was done he reached his hand around the back and pressed his finger on a magic rune on the back. It was ancient Stillguard magic that allowed the user's image to be seen on every reflective surface in Montefor. Dante turned to make sure he could see himself in the window.

Satisfied that the magic was working he turned and spoke to the mirror. "People of Montefor, I am Dante Nocte half-brother to Baron Luxan Stillguard. In Luxan's pursuit of the Queen's hand he has passed on Baronship to myself. I know what you may be thinking, that the bastard son of the previous Baron is not fit for any title. However, Let me tell you something, I promise you that I will do my best to be a fair, kind, and humble leader. To be the man that Luxan would want to succeed him. I cannot ask for your approval but, what I do ask for is your trust. Trust in me to lead you and take care of you. Trust in me to be the man who protects you from the things that crawl in the darkness. And finally, trust in me to love you as much as my brother did. In a couple days I will begin the journey to Capital City. I encourage any of those who wish to join in the celebrations to accompany me and my caravan.We will provide food and protection the entire way to the city. Thank you and have a good evening." After he bowed his head in goodbye, Dante reached back to the rune and shut down the projection. He sighed and reclined in the chair. A servant walked in and bowed her head.

"Shall I have all the servants prepare the carts my Lord?" She asked inquisitively. Dante got up from his chair and answered calmly and with as much grace as he could muster. "Yes, if would be so kind. Also if you see Thomas send him to me. I shall be attending to my brother's friends." She bowed and hurried off to begin work on the departure. Dante sighed and walked around the manor looking for the others. This whole being a Baron thing was a pain. Dante just wished Luxan was here so HE could lead and Dante could become the unseen protector again.

He came upon the group discussing clothing and gifts. He casually leaned against the wall. "If its a gift you want to get my brother how about you lend me a hand. We can say it was a joint effort." he said in his best Luxan voice. Dante knew of something Luxan has always wanted as a child, yet was unable to attain even as an adult. It would be difficult to acquire, but with their help he might just be able to get it for Luxan this time. "The Gem of the Eldest Tree" he said with reverence.