International Conference of World Leaders and Ambassadors Please announce your arrival

falconfire wrote:

Shaking Paddy's hand firmly, it is good to see you in one piece sir! You have made all of England proud this day. [i] know you have ridden hard and need some time to clean up. May I show you to a room upstairs on my way to find my wife, the Lady Crisje. I wish I would have been with you sir.

Falcon escorts Lord Paddy to his room while checking on his wife. Opening the door for Paddy, I hope these accommodations will be suitable sir. I will send the chamber maid for some fresh linens for you. There is a bottle of single malt in the cabinet behind the bar with your name on it.

Falcon enter his room to find his wife Crisje looking stunning as usual. My love it is time for us to go down and meet some of these distinguished guest. Offering his arm he smiles and say' you ready my dear.

Falcon, well met my friend

I too missed you, was plenty for you to have done, and I well assusred will be plenty yet again

ahh a bed, but I will not sleep now, some cleaning and I will be down soon

a malt, good work lad, good work indeed, my flask has but one dram remining

Cait ran down the hall to greet the newest arrivals.

Paddy! I was getting worried. I had so little news of the north. She held him close happy that he had survived the battles in Carlisle. It is sad that anyone had to lose their lives in this fray. I'm just angry that we were not there to be of help. Politicians! She almost spat the word. But you are safe here now. You can rest and join us when you are ready. There are accommodation for the rest of your men here in the castle. I'll have James show them to rooms. Will Snowy and the twins be joining us? Cait could feel her temper rise at the loss of Dame Desideratist.

As Crisje descended the main stairs Caitilin almost cried. Her daughter looked beautiful. Caitilin hurried over to her.

CRIS!!! She hugged her daughter. I'm so glad you are here. I was beginning to worry about you. She kissed Falcon's cheeks. It is wonderful to have family here. Come let's join the others. I could use a drink.

Caitilin smiled and linked her arms in Falcon and Cris's.

ahh Cait, you are a blessing dear Lass

Snow and the Children, they are travelling woth Fronz, and are several days behind us indeed. afterall the twins could not make the speed my lads and I have

Baldar heard the announcement,

Val1, Vice Grand Ambassador from France, I am coing for the conference.

Baldar goes to meet the Vice Ambassador,

My Lord welcome to castle de Stryke, Your room will be prepared, soon in the mean time, make your self at home.

Your Excellency Val1,

I would like to welcome you to the de Stryke castle. My name is Philip "falconfire" de Stryke and this is my lovely wife Crisje de Stryke. I am a new ambassador to a few of the Kingdoms in your fine country, but first you must be tired. May I show you to your room where you can relax for a bit?

I look forward to speaking with you on the futures between our two countries when you have rested sir. Opening the door to Val's room, you will find everything you need and there is a fine bottle of wine on the bar. Please make yourself at home and I will send someone by to see if there is anything else you desire. I will see you soon at the conference sir.

The Announcement Alys i'Roan-Feuer, the Chancellor from Cuige Chonnacht, Ireland."

Baldar turns Mi Lady tis an Honor to meet you. Lady Irish as spoken of you , welcome to Castle de Stryke,

Please Baldar calls one of the servants to offer refreshment to the lady. one of the household , will show you to your rooms. After resting we can talk.

He bows .

"Thank you so very much for the welcome Lord Baldar. This meeting was an excellent idea, giving us all a chance to meet without the stress of war or disaster clouding the issues." Her smile was warm and friendly, even if it was a bit tired. She returned his bow with a graceful curtsy.Alys' eyes had never had the ability to conceal her emotions and in them he could see a bit of amazement at what had been built and furnished."Your home is very beautiful. Let me introduce you to the others in my party. This is Mari i'Padrick she is going to care fore for my son when I must be busy and cannot have him with me." She indicated the young woman who looked to be about fifteen. Mari gave Baldar a curtsy, then rose. Then Alys looked at the baby in her arms and her entire face glowed with a combination of love, pride and protectiveness. "This is my son Cormac Aodhan macRoan-Feuer. Though until he grows into his name we call him Cory. He is five months old, thus the necessity of my bringing him with me. Though I suspect I would have brought him with me regardless."

She watched as Cory turned his bright hazel eyes to regard the man who stood before them, then he smiled and started to babble at him. Alys just laughed softly."He is a bright outgoing boy with no sense of shyness at all." Then the person he summoned arrived and she gave the servant the warm smile that seemed to be so much a part of her.

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She watched as Cory turned his bright hazel eyes to regard the man who stood before them, then he smiled and started to babble at him.

Baldar smiled and took Cory's hand, he's a fine young lad, My son Alex will be 3 months on the 22,

he laughs as Cory babbles at him.

You must be tired My lady Please follow the servant he will show you to your rooms.

"Thank you very much." Alys followed the servant to the rooms that were given to her. She sank down onto a chair and smiled softly in pleasure. "Well here I am Cory. Let us hope I do not betray the Confidence her Grace has shown in me." She mused to her son. In response he nuzzled against her, letting her know of his hunger. Alys settled back and began to feed him. "Of course, you care not about anything so long as you get you bottomless stomach filled." Her soft laughter filled the room.

Milady Fraser, welcome to Castle de Stryke. I am Falcon's sister. How was your journey? Caitilin signaled on of the house maids to come and assist Gabyc. Please let Anna know if there is anything you need. My husband, Chancellor Baldar de Lusignon and I wish your stay to be pleasant. I know there is much work to be done. Thank you for coming. She took the hand of the Ambassador from Artois in Scotland, Ireland and England.

Caitilin turned to the house maid. Show Lady Fraser where she may rest and refresh after her journey. See that there is food and drink delivered for her.

Smiling at Gabyc. Anna will take care of you. When you are rested, join us, please.

Marie entered the hall and waited for an opportunity to speak to Lady Caitilin. After Anna had led Lady Fraser to her room. She approached and curtsied.

Milady, I believe your presents is requested by Master Alex. Marie smiled softly at Cait.

Lord Deekay dusted himself down, and left his horse with a groom.

He looked up at Stryke Castle. It looked very inspiring and an excellent place to host so many dignitaries.

He was impressed when the door opened silently. He walked in, and admired the hall. He approached a footman and handed him his invitation.

"Good evening. I am Reynard Deekay, Baron of Burton upon Trent, member of the House of Lords Foreign Affairs Committee.

Perhaps you could tell Lord Baldar or Lady Caitlin that I have arrived, if it is convenient."

Hearing Gabyc announced Falcon hurries to meet her. Hello your Excellency I am so glad you made the trip. This should be an excellent opportunity for us all. May I introduce you to my lovely wife Crisje and we are very proud to have you as a guest in our home. Please go get some rest and we will talk when you are rested. If there is anything you need please let us know.

Anna please take good care of our guest and bring her a bottle of estate wine to her room please.

Crisje smiles Its nice to meet you Lady Gaby
,im sure we can talk later when you had some rest
Then she turns to Falcon I would like a glas of nice french wine babe

Caitilin descended the main stairs with her son, Alex, in her arms. My Lord Deekay, I am so glad you could make it. At the base of the steps she curtsied and extended her free hand to him. You honor us with your visit. She smiled. She was much more relaxed in her own home. I hope that your journey was good.

James appeared almost immediately to assist the Baron with his bags. Milady the gentleman's room is prepared. Whenever he wishes I will have one of the house staff assigned to take care of his needs.

Cait began to gently rock while talking, a habit she did unconsciously when she held their son.

Thank you James. Perhaps you would like to rest and have something to eat before you join the others, Baron Deekay.

Deekay bowed and then shook hands with Caitilin

"A pleasure to meet you, my Lady. Please, call me Deekay.

I've met your husband a few times, and he kindly invited me.

I'd be delighted to have some food and a short rest. I can't believe a group of dipomats will stop talking quickly."

Deekay smiled at the little boy

"What a beautiful child. How old is he?"

Thank you Deekay and please call me Cait. We may not have met but I have heard you speak often in the House of Lords. Several times I have almost spoken up and argued a finer point with you, but it seems I serve better on other committees. It is with great pleasure and excitement that we have welcomed all of the diplomats that were willing to come such a great distance. It shows me there are great things that will come out of these meets. She grinned, overwhelmed by her own excitement.

Nestling Alex close Cait smiled softly. Alex will be three months on the 22nd, thank you. The stoic head of butler stood by waiting. Of course you will want to rest. James will see you to your room and food will be brought up immediately. She laughed softly at his comment about diplomats. Yes perhaps you are right. They must be close kin to those of us that serve in Parliament and the House of Lords. We too tend to go on.

She waited as James Lead Deekay up the main stair. Rest well m'Lord, please feel at home here. Join us when you are ready.

As always Lady Ikalein, Baroness of Hohenberg, is way to late. She knows, that Beara and Finn already arrived hours ago, but she wasn't able to make it any earlier. As a loving mother of two children, those are her priority, especially when they are sick. With her carriage, an emblem with a filligree rose on it, the rose of the princedom dynasty of Rosenfeldt, she finaly arrives at the portal of the most beautiful castle of the de Styke's. In awe of the beauty of the bulding, Lady Ikalein has to gasp. With a gentle smile and the help of her coachman, an old servant of prince Hugbald, her uncle, she gets off the carriage. "Vielen Dank Julius*" Of course she is speaking German with the old and loyal servant of her uncle, since he doesnt understand English. Once more the look of her emerald eyes glances over the castle, befor she adresses the guards. "Good Evening. May I introduce myself? My name is Ikalein von Rosenfeldt, Baroness from Hohenberg, ambassador from Germany to England. I believe my two colleagues, Beara and Finn, already arrived. Could you please lead me to the conference room of this meeting and to the excellencies Caitlin and Baldar." Patiently and with the warm smile of a woman, who is aware of her status and who is used to guards and servants who obey her, she waits.


*Thank you Julius.
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Lady Ikalein, welcome to castle de Stryke, Tis an honor to have you hear.

He signals James to help with the Luggage, Your room is prepared as Lord Finn told us of your arrival, please feel at home and whatever you need let the staff know.

Looking at James , make sure the lady is seen to with food and refreshment. Once you have rested you can join us for talks ,

He bows kissing the ladies hand.

The young baroness doesn't have to wait very long, since his excellency Baldar greets her very friendly. Perfect in form the Lady with the beautiful curls drops a curtsy, gives Lord Baldar her hand. "Your excellency! Thank you very much for your warm welcome. I will just rest a few minutes and then join you, Finn and Beara in the conference room. You excuse me now?" Once again the graceful Lady drops a curtsy. But before she leaves she turns around to the old servant of her uncle, takes leave of him with a warm smile. Even though Julius is a servant, he is quiet important to Ikalein and to all other people of the princedom dynasty. She remembers the present she brought from her home country, commands the servants to be very gently with one special luggage. Only then she follows one of Baldar's servant maids to her rooms.
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