Thread: The bodyguard (Bound To Pleasure/Flassche)

Lance circled around the tall warrior once more before finally halting in front of her. His eyes and voice were cold and in control, yet hidden behind the mask was an amused grin. He enjoyed watching people, seeing their reaction. The young warrior had handled the bond better than his previous warden, yet it still was amusing to watch. No doubt the small increase in stamina and strength would seem incredible to her, yet it was hardly worth it in the long run. A stray bolt or an unexpected fall could kill a warden just as easy as any other human. They bled and died the same. The limitations on her human frame was now slightly less than a normal human, allowing her to channel more of what her body was actually capable off, the magic bond would only ensure that there would be no damaging side effects from the constant strain and improve healing somewhat. I expect you to be my shield and weapon. I need not another mouth or sharp mind. In all things. Lance said that as a matter of fact, knowing full well the young warrior would understand. His former warden had tried to advice him on some subjects, foolish man really! He watched as the woman stood up before she nodded to him, ordering her to follow him to his private quarters, off limits to all. The young prince was heir to a large empire, one with neighboring countries at all its flanks. The only thing that kept them from attacking this empire was the fear the Bloodline. In the past, his ancestors had been involved in large wars, forcing the Bloodlines to the frontlines. While a dozen mages could destroy a gate after some heavy channeling a Bloodkin could level an entire city in minutes. The sheer destructive capabilities of their bloodline was the only thing that kept other countries in check. Full scale war would be too costly on both sides, so assassination and political plotting was the number one cause of death for his family. Due to their half breed nature four in five pregnancies resulted in stillbirths, the human side of them not able to contain the magical essence. From the babies who did manage to be born alive at least half would die upon reaching puberty, seeing as the full effect would happen then. Lance was heir to the throne, yet he was the ninth child so far. His older brother was assassinated only four years earlier. A force that could level cities and destroy landscapes could be easily poisoned or daggered. So for the last five hundred years Wardens have been used to safeguard the Blood. Your chamber is on the left. You can have an hour to collect yourself and your belongings. Your service to the throne will begin in an hour. Lance spoke calm and composed as if telling the woman what day it was. He watched the young warrior leave the room, closing the door behind her. In the back of his head he could feel the presence of the woman tugging at his core. He was aware of his Warden now, much more than she himself was of his lord. Chuckling the young prince went to fetch his wine. The princes personal chambers could be described as an large Cross. B S-P-C T R The B Bedroom was the Princes private chamber containing his oversized bed and numerous closets filled with his personal items. The room usually held little light and a large lack of windows. This was the room where the king would be without his mask most of the time. The bedroom would be cleaned by his warden or by maids chosen by the warden when the prince was in his bath. The P Personal quarter. A comfortable room adorned with many paintings, sculptures and other display of arts. The prince would spend most of his time in here, reading or listening to music. Two heavy doors and two smaller ones were placed in the room, the heavy ones adorned with magic. Only the prince or his warden could open the heavy doors at will, others would be unable to open them without consent of either one. Compared to the throne room and bedroom this room was bright and warm. The S Servant quarter. Also known as the Warding chamber. The private quarters of the princes personal warden. The room held everything a warden needed and more. The furnishing where above average quality, yet low enough to remind them of their place. A large bed, cabinets filled with clothing, training area, personal bath, chests, study, etc. It contained everything yet on a small scale. Should the warden need something he could order it easily, usually not needing the permission of his prince. The C Cleaning chambers. A large stone bath, seemingly carved out of a single piece of marble. It contained several other smaller ones and all constructed and supported by magic. Water could fall from the ceiling and heat up to whatever temperature was needed. Only the warden could enter this place if the prince was inside, seeing as he would be without his mask. The T Throne room. Dark, moody and lined with pieces of armor. The armor pieces where designed with magic, only the prince could activate them. The warden can order the pieces of armor to move as he commands, should the prince allow it through their bond. The throne room held an impressive oaken throne room and next to it was a small chessboard lined with pawns. Anyone besides the prince and his warden touching the chessboard would be sentenced to death, a personal order issued by the prince. The R The receiving room. Small marble room holding a few stone benches. Servants waited there for orders from the warden or the prince. Should a noblemen or merchant seek audience with the prince they would have to wait there. Staff Excluding the warden, the prince would have a few maids and servants to serve him. 7 blinded maidens and 3 blinded youths. These servants have willingly placed a magical bond on their person, blinding their vision should they enter the royal quarters when the prince was present. 5 Guardians. Personal soldiers loyal to the prince. They are stationed in the Receiving hall and prevent anyone from entering without permission from the warden or Prince, only a blind one can enter without permission. All of this would be the prince little prison as he would call it. It contained everything he would ever desire and could house more should he want it. There would be no need for him to leave his quarters except on special occasions or his future coronation. Of course he could leave his quarters when he should desire, yet the young prince would quickly find himself surrounded by a small army to protect him. The prince and his entire bloodline lived like this, sheltered from the outside world in order to keep them safe. They are weapons of mass destruction kept safe, even from themselves. Lance watched as his warden came towards him and offered her service. Lance licked his lips as he eyed the woman. He himself was seated on a small sofa in the Personal chambers. He placed the book he was reading on his lap as he watched the woman from behind his mask. I wish to hear your thoughts, concerning myself and my bloodline. Honest thoughts should not fear repercussions. He wanted to know what the woman knew of his kind and what he had heard of the prince. No one knew what his kind looked like or how they behaved, only their wardens and elected breeding wives knew. How would the warrior react when he spoke again, waiting after the woman had answered his question first. I command you to kneel in front of me, peer into my eyes, and remove my mask. Then you may answer my first question again. He knew his. . . . Features were unusual. Part of the changes would ensure an almost permanent youthful frame and slower aging, yet his features were also heightened. One might almost say they were too well divined or too graceful. The pale skin and hair hidden behind the mask and cloak would only amplify the burning redness in his eyes.