Thread: Eldritch Prophecies ::Haru - Rhu::

Though Rahm's skills were exceptional, they were still mundane, and Advisor Shaw had much deeper resources at his beck and call. Having left the feast early himself, the Advisor had retreated to his inner sanctum, wherein the scrying glass was turned inward to the interior of the palace. Finding the Lythari elf was child's play, and even though the magic of the divination could not keep track of his movements completely, a testament to the elf's skill, once he entered the room of the female Lythari the Advisor smiled to himself and focused the power of the glass to watch the exchange. He could not listen, but he did not need to. The reactions of the two were quite enough. Star! Oh, sweet sister, it does my heart well to see you! Rahm said, nearly breathless in his relief and excitement at this reunion. Catching her in his embrace he closed his eyes as tears slipped down his cheeks as she kissed his forehead. Holding her in his arms he did not wish to let her go and he spoke softly to her. I am sorry it took me so long to find you my dearest one. I have not come unprepared though, and have trained these past years for this day. We need to spirit you away from this place but we must be smart about it. he told her and he leaned back to look into her beatific face, relief washing over him once more. I have missed you so terribly. he told her, and despite himself he bent and kissed her lips gently. Something stirred inside of him, knowing that his dear sister was safe. In his arms no less, and Rahm felt a deeper love and connection for her than ever before. His right hand came up to caress her cheek, the softness of her skin bringing back memories of years past. My lovely little Star. How you have shone so brightly in my mind and how I have been deprived of you. Now I am once more whole. he told her, his voice scarcely more than a whisper and he kissed her once more, his lips pressed soft to her own. Letting his lips linger on hers for a moment he pulled back slowly and reluctantly but his gray eyes found hers. The King had granted permission for me to see you on the morrow, and I will come as soon as I can. I must go now, for being caught here now would end badly for us both. I will be back as quickly as I can and we will devise a way to make our escape. Rahm promised her and with a smile, and eyes now full of hope, the Lythari parted ways. ---------- Rahm made his way back easily enough and when the time had come was shown to one of the many guest quarters in the palace. He could hardly rest and as the sun broke the horizon he was up and at the kitchens, greeted there by Advisor Shaw. Good morning! I see that you are an early riser like myself! Shaw said, and gave a small bow. I do not believe we have been properly introduced. My name is Wiegraf Shaw and I act as advisor to the King. It is very unusual to see one of your kind, especially here. What brings you here? he asked, plucking an apple from a nearby tray. Rahm had given a small bow and introduced himself as well. I simply go by Rahm, Advisor, and it is a pleasure to meet you. As to my purpose here, I had heard that the King had a Lythari in his retinue, and wanted to see for myself. I plan to offer my services to the King as a Champion. he said. Interesting. Shaw said, and took a bite of the fruit. A Lythari Champion would certainly be something. You do understand that I must look out for what is best for the King, and you will be out through several tests. His eyes almost seemed to bore into the elf. Rahm nodded. I understand that such precautions must be taken. I am ready. he confirmed. Good, good. I look forward to seeing what you can do. Shaw said. Break your fast, and meet me out in the colliseum. The guards will show you where it is. Shaw said, and took his leave. ---------- Astarael received a knock on her door and one of her handmaidens, which had been appointed to her by the King, slipped into her room. I was sent to fetch you m'Lady. There is to be a demonstration in the colliseum today. the handmaiden said. Such activities were unusual, but now and then a knight wished to test his mettle to impress the King.