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RE The All-In-One Memo Pad Of jlh112586 jlh112586 said Upcoming Absence Announcement July 13th, 2013 will be a day I'm completely unavailable. I will not have access to a computer. center Click to expand... An update on this, I will be available to an extent but for some of the day I won't be around. As it is now until then, I'll try and be on here as much as possible to reply and respond to any PM or thread when I can.
Thread: My All-In-One Memo Pad

RE The All-In-One Memo Pad Of jlh112586 Upcoming Absence Announcement Sometime towards the end of this month I will have family in from out of state so I will be taking a small break to facilitate this. I might pop on during this time if I am free to do so. As a reminder I will set my away message to remind folks where I'm at and why I'm gone. Also until this Friday I will only be on late at night responding as I can and if I'm not too sleepy. I'm still trying to figure out exact dates for my mini-vacation, once I have them I will let everyone know. Thanks.
Thread: My All-In-One Memo Pad

Upcoming Absence Announcement July 24th to the 26th I will be going on a short vacation. I will have free time on the 27th and some minimal time on the 28th so I'll be on then, however from the 29th to the 31st after, I will resume my vacation. Thanks for understanding.
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Thread: The Emperor's Mistress ((Lady&Blair))

Ophelia sat on her bed, staring out her bedroom window through the sheer drapes. All around her, the Emperor's maids were packing her things. No one spoke to her, no one asked her permission, and no one cared about what she thought. They moved through her room and packed her things as if this was an every day occurrence- as if they were not tearing her life apart. Sniffing, the twenty-one year old Ophelia wiped away her tears and stood from the canopied bed she was sitting on. Her room looked terribly bare... It was only a few days ago that she learned from her older brother that the Emperor had interest in her. It seemed that his Queen was aging and no longer pleasant to be around, and he wanted a younger woman to be in his presence. This wasn't an uncommon thing, of course. There was no law against an Emperor or King flaunting his mistress around on his arm in public or in bed. She could not believe her brother would allow this to happen. And out of all the women in Rome, why did the Emperor demand her presence? Why did she have to move from her home with her brother to the hustle and bustle of court? Ophelia's brother, Alec, walked into the room and put his hands on his hips. At first sight, he knew his sister was angry. Honestly, he didn't blame her. She didn't know the trouble they could be in if they did not cooperate with the Emperor. Sure, they would receive a more lavish life now that his sister was on her way to the Emperor's bed, but if they didn't cooperate? Their future could be in ruins. Don't speak to me, Ophelia snapped, not allowing her brother to even say hello. I will speak if I please, Alec growled. However, he looked heartbroken. No part of Alec wanted to give his sister away to the Emperor, but this was a nice opportunity for both of them. They'd be set for life. We need to leave, Alec continued, He is waiting for us, and we should not be late. Ophelia looked up at him, narrowing her eyes, and moved past him. Once they were outside, the chariot that the Emperor had sent for them was waiting out side to take them to the palace.
Thread: The Emperor's Mistress ((Lady&Blair))

Valerian, the Emperor of Rome, leaned back against the piilliar he was standing in the shade of. While the palace home of the roman emperors, was starting to show ust how very old it was, the overwhelming grandeur of the palace could be intimidating,evenfor those nobles who were used to the lavish lifestyle of the roman aristocrats. Quiet and still, the man was eager to get the girl he had been waiting on. While there were those among the romans who hated him, Valerian for the most part, was loved by his subjects. Because he wasn't roman. He was the first in the entirity of the empire, to be born away from the capital. His warriors loved him, for he was one of them. A general who'd been adopted by a failing emperor. And as long as he held the legions, he held rome. And speaking of the warriors...glancing towards the woman waiting with him he smirked, oh yes, he enjoyed being a warrior some days. Stepping out into the sun as he saw Alec and Ophelia arriving in his chariot he moved to help Ophelia down, uncaring that his movement dragged the woman with him by the collar and chain she was wearing along after him. Good morning Lady Ophelia.He smiled at the woman in front of him, charming, because he could be. Phedr snarled quietly as she nearly stumbled to her knees as she followed after Valerian, though she refused to raise her hands and jerk at the rope, or toss her hands out to break her fall. She knew the man got a perverse pleasure out of making her stumble about, and she wouldn't give him even more pleasure by falling all the way. Getting her bearings she sank gracefully to her knees, instead of falling like Valerian intended, kneeling there as she had been trained as she listened to the others speak.
Thread: The Emperor's Mistress ((Lady&Blair))

Ophelia took a deep breath as she watched the Emperor approach her. It was rare event that he approached people on such casual terms. Sure, he was a well loved man, but he was an Emperor after all. He was royalty, and he made Ophelia nervous... She glanced down at the woman who was attached to the chain, wrinkling her nose a bit. Worry rose deep within Ophelia's gut. Would that be her in a few days? Would he have her attached to a chain, greeting his new mistress after he grows tired of her? Obediently, Ophelia bowed. Good morning, Your Highness, she said once she was down from the chariot. Her unusual green eyes did not meet his, for she was still in denial about the situation. It was hard to believe that from now until the Emperor was sick of her, she was his property. She'd live in his palace, and she'd stay in his company when he wanted her. Sure, she would live lavishly, but the idea of being owned scared her. Alec glared at his sister, wishing that he could slap some sense into her. Dammit, why did she have to be so stubborn? Why couldn't she make this easy on the both of them and looked the Emperor in the eye? After bowing, Alec stood up and smiled proudly. He was a well-built man who would make a fantastic warrior or guard. There was no denying that he and his sister carried quality genes, especially since their father had been one of the late Emperor's main guards. Your Highness, he said, giving the man a smile, Thank you for having us. I am honored that you have chosen my sister above all the other beautiful women you see daily. He glanced at Phedre, his eyebrows creasing together before he looked away.
Thread: The Emperor's Mistress ((Lady&Blair))

Valerian studied the woman refusing to meet his eyes, for a moment more bemused at her attitude then annoyed at it. Though the viciously quick turn of his temper was legend among his men and most of the roman empire. I am honored that you have allowed me to have her.Valerian said, his voice amused, his lips quirked into a smile because he knew just why he was getting the girl. Not because Ophelia wanted him, or that Alec wanted to give her over, but because he was emperor. It was good to be emperor. Alec, this is Phedr of Macedonia, former high priestess of Artemis. I thought since I am getting a beautiful woman, I would give you my warprize. You are a loyal man. I believe in rewarding loyalty.He said smiling slightly as he nodded towards the palace.Let us go eat. I have had the servants preparing breakfast, and phedr will be delighted with the chance to posion me again.Valerian said with a light airness that said he was goading the slave, becuse he could. He hadn't managed to break her will yet, break her down and strip her of her nature, and he had no desire to deal with her anymore. So giving her away was really a way to save his sanity, because after two months of doing everything he could to break her, and having no results was driving him insane. Phedre bit her tongue refusing to respond to the goading, taking a deep breath as she stood gracefully and following the three inside. Though mildly disturbed that Valarien was giving her away, mostly she felt relieved. No one could be as twstedly sadistic when given the mood as Valerian could.
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Nothing irritated Ophelia more than to be talked about as if she was not standing right there. Her jaw clenched in aggravation, but she followed her brother and the Emperor inside. The palace was beautiful and grand, taking her breath away despite the fact that she had been inside of it twice before. Her family was not high enough in the aristocratic ranks to be invited to social gatherings too often, but they had been graced with an invitation every once in a while. In fact, she had just been at a party that was held in the castle a couple weeks prior. That was where the Emperor had seen her for the first time as a young adult, she was sure. Sitting at the table, she smiled as breakfast was settled in front of her. It was odd to be served and bowed to, but now that she was an official guest of the Emperor, the servants were required to do her bidding. Your Highness, I appreciate your gift, Alec said, looking surprised to be given the young woman. He certainly didn't think that the Emperor would give him anything, not like this. Alec was not used to being given such... lavish things. I've never had my own slave. He quirked his eyebrow and looked across the table at Phedre. Beautiful girl, of course, but he wasn't sure what to do with her. He was far from experienced when it came to breaking female slaves. A maid walked in, bowing to the Emperor. Your Highness, where would you like Lady Ophelia's things? She glanced up at him, knowing exactly what was going on. The mistress usually took a room in the palace on the Emperor's side - far away from the Queen's chambers.
Thread: The Emperor's Mistress ((Lady&Blair))

Valerian sighed softly as he started to eat, tilting his head slightly. You are welcome. Though you are truly doing me a favor in taking her away from me. I prefer her not to end up dead, she's useful to me. Left here, I will end up killing her eventually because she just can't behave.Valarien smiled looking amused at the younger man, amused at the idea of what Alec would be doing with a slave. And well, he could be generous, he was by far the most successful recent emperor on the war and conquering front, so there was always more where Phedre came from if he wanted more. I can behave fine my lord, just to my own culture standards and not yours.Phedre said after a moment, her voice soft and submissive, though the woman was anything but. She had been raised as a orphan in the temple of artemis,trained from a young age to be the high priestess. The fact that her country was now just a colony to rome, just made her even more fierce about keeping true to herself, keep ahold of the part that lived in her, as macedonia lost itself to roman ways. Valerian glared across the table, looking at the girl before jerking the chain, smirking slightly as phedre sprawled across the floor at his feet before looking up at the maid as she spoke.Put them in the room across from mine. And make sure that the lady Astrid knows that she is here, and is to leave her alone.he said, a vague sadness flickering through his eyes at the mention of his wife. He loved the woman, his social equal, the roman noblewoman he'd married within days of seeing her the first time, having fallen in love hard. The fact that at 30, 6 years his junior and old by the standard of the time, she was past the time he could have a heir from her, depressed him, Yet, he'd seen what happened to a empire when there was no heir named, the generals made war on each other until there was nothing left. He' had to rebuild his empire slowly and painfully he'd be damned if he let anyone destroy it after his death. Phedre frowned slightly as she shifted to sit on the floor, leaning against alec's chair, but made no move to get up again. Knowing there was only so far to push valerian's temper without him getting violent, and since she was leaving witht Alec, she figured she might as well start playing nice. Well. As nice as she could make herself be
Thread: The Emperor's Mistress ((Lady&Blair))

Alec smirked and began to eat his roasted chicken. I will take her off you hands then, my lord, he said, nodding gently. He looked down at the girl, feeling a little odd about accepting a human as a gift. However, she might fill the void that his sister's absence would surely create... He raised his eyebrows as she spoke, listening to her soft, but strong voice. It was clear that she was not near as submissive in nature as she was acting at the moment. His eyes moved to the left to look at his silent sister, whom as picking at her food like she was about to be sick. Guilt settled in the pit of his stomach, and he began to wonder if he was doing the wrong thing. The last thing he wanted was for his sister to be miserable... Your Highness, I have to express the fact that my sister is all I have, he said, making Ophelia look up from her plate, While you have every right to have her and do what you please with her... He looked up at the Emperor. I would like to know she is well taken care of. Ophelia bit her lip and looked back down at her plate. Her eyes were beginning to glisten with tears as her mind grasped at what was about to happen. She was going to be left here with an older man - an Emperor- that was allowed to do whatever he wanted with her. She'd be away from her brother, for the most part, and among a kingdom that loved their Queen, not her. She had no doubt that their people would turn on her the moment they realized she was the Emperor's mistress... The maid had left to make sure everything was settled in Ophelia's new room, and that they Queen had not intentions of coming near the Emperor's new prize. Everyone knew about his great temper, and his Queen was no exception.
Thread: The Emperor's Mistress ((Lady&Blair))

Valerian's eyes iced over as he looked over at the man, his pride taking the hit at Alec's words. As if he'd mistreat someone.Well...slaves and prisoners of war weren't the same. Ophelia was to be his mistress, the mother of his heir, of course he was going to take care of her. Se will be as well taken care of as any in the empire, lord alec.Valerian said though the chill in his voice said he wasn't pleased at having to voice the words. Not because he had any intention mistreating Ophelia, but because someone had dared demand something of him. Finishing his food he looked at Ophelia, standing slowly. Lady Ophelia, would you excuse me?I have a few things to attend to this morning, and I am sure you want a chance to say goodbye to your brother before he sees himself out.He said waiting for a answer before walking out, tilting his head slightly. Pausing at the door to his wife's chambers before walking in, looking at the darkly colored woman,Astrid, do you want me to open the summer house for you?He asked gently as he walked into the room, his eyes softening as they rarely did for anyone but his wife. If anyone new him the waay to get the man to do anything, is convince Astrid to get him to do it. The nobles of rome had long ago realized that the way to manipulate their emperor, was through his wife. And he wanted her to be happy. Phedre was quiet as she listened to brother and sister talk, before sighing softly. He'll take care of her you know. She's roman.It would been seen as...unseemingly for him, espicially since he is not roman by birth, to mistreat her.She said after a moment twisting her head to look up at Alec, realizing he was worried about his sister, and while she didn't know what it was like to have a family like that, she wanted to ease the worry she could see on his face.
Thread: The Emperor's Mistress ((Lady&Blair))

Alec bowed his head at the Emperor's icy state, knowing that he had probably stepped over the line. However, he had to let the man know exactly how much his sister meant to him. This was not just some slave girl or mistress to fuck... This was the girl he helped raise after their parents had died. When the Emperor left the room, Alec stood up and went around the table. He took his sister into his arms, despite the fact that she was thrashing and beating at his chest. Ophelia! Please! You will be in good hands, he pleaded, holding her close to his chest. His jaw was clenched in an effort to not show his emotions, and his voice was low so that the Emperor would not here. You will be taken care of, I swear, and I will come see you when ever I'm permitted. Ophelia tried her best to get out his grip. Leave me alone! You are throwing me to the wolves for your own benefit, and you know it! Father would have never wanted this for me! she screamed, knocking a plate to the floor as she thrashed around in his arms. It was clear that she hurt, even if she knew he was speaking the truth. When Phedre spoke, Alec looked at her with irritation. He was not angry at her for speaking, but frustrated at the situation. Do you think I don't know that? Do you think I'd let him have her if I thought otherwise? he growled, even if he knew it was ridiculous. He would not have had a choice either way. As a maid walked in, Alec stood up and grabbed Phedre's chain. We will be leaving now, he said, waiting for the maid to go get the chariot. Before leaving the room, he leant down to kiss his sister's head. I love you, and you know that. Ophelia sank in her chair and put her face in her hands, listening to her brother's footsteps as he left her. Astrid looked up from her chair, looking regal, but not as healthy as she did a couple years ago. After five miscarriages and one still born, the woman had been worn bare. There was very little for her to smile about any more. She was unable to give Valerian an heir, her kingdom was slipping through her fingers, and her husband was now taking on a roman mistress... Why, Valerian? she said, her voice soft and emotionless. So you won't feel as guilty while you are in your mistress' bed tonight? She glanced up at him, then looked back out the window. It was clear that she was past being upset, for she was much too tired to be angry at the moment. Poor, young, stupid little girl... She has no idea what she is getting herself in to, does she? She shook her head. Send me to the summer house if you'd like, but I'd like my ladies in waiting to join me.
Thread: The Emperor's Mistress ((Lady&Blair))

Phedre glared back, looking annoyed but aware enough of her position not to growl back at him.I think you had no choice, where Valerian of Rome is concerned.She mused shifting, wincing a little as he stood feeling the chain grow tight as she followed alec out of the room. Pausing to look up at the sky as they moved to the charriot, looking slightly nervous. IT wasn't a normal transport, and horses made her uncomfortable. Even more uncomfortable then she was with this man. At least Valerian she was aware of what to expect. He might be a brilliant warrior, but he was simple in his wants with the women around him. Swallowing as she glanced at Alec as the charriot moved down the street.W-what shall I be doing for you my lord?lord Valerian made sure I was well trained.She muttered looking nervous. Valerian sighed quietly as he wtched her, his eyes icing over for a moment as he paused in the doorway. He loved her, loved her so much that he hated them both, himself and her, for having to make this choice. But there were few options left to him, and he hated that he had reduced his wife to the shell of a woman she had been. No, because I thought you would like the distance.Valerian said tilting his head as he moved to stand behind her, hesitating for a moment before leaning down to kiss her head, Hm ,and whatever is she getting into, my star?He muttered, because her name in latin meant star, so it was what he called her, his star, the one who had shone the brightest in the skies. And trying not to think about her words, because he wasn't feeling guilty. Nope, he wasn't.I will only send you away if you do not wish to stay.
Thread: The Emperor's Mistress ((Lady&Blair))

Alec settled in the chariot, sitting across from her. He looked out at the palace and shook his head. I have yet to decide, he said, Right now, all I want you to do is keep your mouth shut, is that clear? He shifted in his seat, obviously upset about the condition he had to leave his sister in. She must hate him, and it hurt to know that they might not see each other for a good while. For now, you will deal with my domestic needs - cooking and cleaning. Can you do either of those? He looked her over and raised his eyebrows. Astrid shifted away from him, continuing to stare out the window. In the corner, a crib sat with dust and cob webs covering it. She had received it as a gift nearly twelve years ago when her and Valerian had wed. It was an easy assumption that they would have a baby within the year, but time proved that theory wrong. Send me away, she said, I'll leave tonight. For now. I have no interest in hearing your mistress' moans and groans from across the palace. She stood, and it was clear she was much thinner that she used to be. What is she getting herself in to? she asked, raising her eyebrows in surprise, She's getting involved with you, isn't she? You... You've left me with nothing but heartbreak and a crown that I will lucky to be buried with. She will be lucky if she gets that much. Her words were harsh, but the woman was worn down and no longer feeling like herself. She loved her husband, but her life had become nothing but disappointment since the first time they lost a pregnancy. Each lost child had taken a deeper toll on Astrid with time.
Thread: The Emperor's Mistress ((Lady&Blair))

Phedre raised a eyebrow at his words, tilting her head slightly. You told me to keep my mouth shut.She pointed out after a few moments of silence after his question, deciding that it was probably not a good idea to poke fun at him,but she couldn't help it!She was incapable of shutting her mouth,even if it would be for the best. Nodding slightly,I can. Though there are other domestic needs then that.She said thoughtfully her eyebrows raising more as she watched him, wondering if he would understand what she meant. After all, she was a slave. Most slaves were used to being used for sex no matter how lowly their masters thought them to be, there were still well used. Valerian glanced at the crib, sighing softly.You once thought getting involved with me was the best thing anyone could do.He said his temper starting to step away from her. Guilt ate him alive every time he yelled at her, and with each pregenancy and each disappointed look she gave him, the more cagey he got. I will see that your things are gathered.He said before leaving the room, making his way back to the dining room he paused at the sight of ophelia. Whatever do you look unhappy about?he growled, anger threading his voice. He so did not need another disappointed woman to deal with. He brought ophelia here to please him, not herself. What she thought mattered nothing to him. At least as long as she was happy, and most of all, silent on whatever was bothering her if something was.