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Post by Lord Oswyn Baratheon on Oct 17, 2013 21:18:47 GMT -5
"I had meant the oath to protect you and the royal family with my life, to obey your commands, and to keep your secrets." he replied, knowing he was well passed the point of foreswearing land, a bride, and children. "I simply want you to know that there is someone you can trust. You have seemed troubled as of late and I cannot help but worry."
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Post by The Smith on Oct 18, 2013 6:30:00 GMT -5
"I am tired. This is a hard life I have been given." Rose replied
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Post by Lord Oswyn Baratheon on Oct 18, 2013 19:40:06 GMT -5
"It is the Hand's job to heft the burden of that life and allow you some rest." Oswyn remarked. "Have you given much thought to who is worthy of filling your uncle's boots?"
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Post by The Smith on Oct 18, 2013 21:24:44 GMT -5
"I have. Thought about it." Rose replied.
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Post by Lord Oswyn Baratheon on Oct 18, 2013 21:42:12 GMT -5
"Perhaps it will prove an easier decision than choosing a husband, though no less vital." he said with a wry smile. "Has your uncle mentioned suitable replacements for his post?"
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Post by The Smith on Oct 18, 2013 21:58:25 GMT -5
"He thinks the choice is obvious." Rose replied.
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Post by Lord Oswyn Baratheon on Oct 18, 2013 22:02:09 GMT -5
"Perhaps you'd be willing to enlighten me?" he asked, leaving unsaid that he thought his father was the obvious choice.
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Post by The Smith on Oct 18, 2013 22:10:32 GMT -5
"The man who has been running the realm for years while my uncle was at war of course." Rose replied.
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Post by Lord Oswyn Baratheon on Oct 18, 2013 22:19:24 GMT -5
"Your grandfather is an administrator without peer." Oswyn allowed. "But the Hand is also expected to marshal the Royal Army in your stead. I cannot imagine Lord Tyrell managing such a task. Someone must take on your uncle's role."
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Post by The Smith on Oct 19, 2013 23:08:06 GMT -5
"That is true, but none can even hope to administrate my realm like my grandfather." Rose replied. "I honestly want my realm to need more administrating then warring."
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Post by Lord Oswyn Baratheon on Oct 20, 2013 0:06:43 GMT -5
"It is my experience that what we want and what occurs rarely coincide." Oswyn replied, seemingly lost for a moment in his own melancholy thoughts. "You must work for peace with one hand and prepare for war in the other, as it comes to warmongers and pacifists alike."
"The Royal Army must have a marshal, even if your goal is never have to use him" he implored, conscience allowing him to sit idly by as this naïve and idealistic course of action was considered. "Someone must fill the void left by your uncle if the realm is to thrive. Few things deter well as well as a commander none wish to face."
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Post by The Smith on Oct 20, 2013 10:45:40 GMT -5
"My uncle is not leaving the realm, but merely stepping aside. And Lord Dawnrose is my grandfather's man more then my own. I would have either of them to call on in a battle. Can you think of any better?" Rose asked neatly.
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Post by Lord Oswyn Baratheon on Oct 21, 2013 1:31:13 GMT -5
Oswyn did little to hide his discomfort at the thought of the Reach gaining even greater influence over the realm, but offered a weak smile.
"No, I suppose I cannot. Who would replace him as Master of Coin?"
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Post by The Smith on Oct 21, 2013 17:25:58 GMT -5
"My uncle Mace has always worked at my grandfather's side, and knows the accounts and books perfectly. There would need to be no costly transition." Rose replied.
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Post by Lord Oswyn Baratheon on Oct 21, 2013 17:39:43 GMT -5
"It might irk the other lords to give so much royal favor to your family, but if you think he his the most able man for the job I cannot fault the decision." he said, with some hesitation.
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Hope you all are well and happy.