Oswyn's Ride with the Queen

The Smith Most Devout Posts: 57,758	Oswyn's Ride with the Queen Oct 21, 2013 17:51:32 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by The Smith on Oct 21, 2013 17:51:32 GMT -5 "Well who else would you have me place in that position?" Rose asked curiously.

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Oswyn's Ride with the Queen Oct 21, 2013 18:10:34 GMT -5

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Post by Lord Oswyn Baratheon on Oct 21, 2013 18:10:34 GMT -5

"Surely Lord Hightower must have a solid financial understanding, lording over the busiest trading hub in the kingdom." Oswyn replied, tactfully. "Though Lord Manderly would also be a suitable candidate for the same reason, with the added benefit of sending a clear message to Lord Stark."

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The Smith Most Devout Posts: 57,758	Oswyn's Ride with the Queen Oct 21, 2013 18:33:06 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by The Smith on Oct 21, 2013 18:33:06 GMT -5 "Lord Hightower would be a good idea, Oswyn." Rose replied suddenly.

Lord Oswyn Baratheon Most Devout Zack Posts: 1,632	Oswyn's Ride with the Queen Oct 21, 2013 20:35:14 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Lord Oswyn Baratheon on Oct 21, 2013 20:35:14 GMT -5 "He certainly seems a man worthy of such trust." Oswyn agreed, surprised at her sudden change of thought.
	Master of Ships, Lord of Southtide, and Heir to Storm's End "War was always here. Before man was, war waited for him. The ultimate trade awaiting its ultimate practitioner."

The Smith Most Devout Posts: 57,758	Oswyn's Ride with the Queen Oct 21, 2013 20:40:01 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by The Smith on Oct 21, 2013 20:40:01 GMT -5 Rose nodded, "You are right. I can trust him, and it is another voice on the council. I already get all of Mace's advice everytime I dine with him." She smiled.

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Oswyn's Ride with the Queen Oct 21, 2013 20:51:59 GMT -5

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Post by Lord Oswyn Baratheon on Oct 21, 2013 20:51:59 GMT -5

"It would also keep him in the capital so that you can continue to consider his position as a suitor." he reminded. "I believe Donnel has been named Commander of the Gold Cloaks by his father as well, so it seems all will have a fair chance to win your hand."

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"War was always here. Before man was, war waited for him. The ultimate trade awaiting its ultimate practitioner."

The Smith Most Devout Posts: 57,758	Oswyn's Ride with the Queen Oct 21, 2013 20:56:53 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by The Smith on Oct 21, 2013 20:56:53 GMT -5 Rose nodded, "And your own position in my council. That is everyone."

Lord Oswyn Baratheon Most Devout Zack Posts: 1,632	Oswyn's Ride with the Queen Oct 21, 2013 21:38:58 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Lord Oswyn Baratheon on Oct 21, 2013 21:38:58 GMT -5 "I was not aware I was a candidate?" Oswyn said, raising a curious eyebrow and reigning his horse in. "With the dissolution of my marriage still so fresh."
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The Smith Most Devout Posts: 57,758	Oswyn's Ride with the Queen Oct 21, 2013 21:42:39 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by The Smith on Oct 21, 2013 21:42:39 GMT -5 Rose looked at Oswyn, "Why would you not be? You fit all the criteria, do you not?"

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Oswyn's Ride with the Queen Oct 21, 2013 22:07:41 GMT -5

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Post by Lord Oswyn Baratheon on Oct 21, 2013 22:07:41 GMT -5

"I cannot argue that." he replied carefully, not wishing to offend the queen. "Though the Princess of Dorne has already offered her hand."

"I had no ulterior motive when I told you I wished only to be your friend and advisor. I seek little else, but to serve the realm in whatever capacity I am judged fit to."

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"War was always here. Before man was, war waited for him. The ultimate trade awaiting its ultimate practitioner."

The Smith Most Devout Posts: 57,758	Oswyn's Ride with the Queen Oct 21, 2013 22:10:01 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by The Smith on Oct 21, 2013 22:10:01 GMT -5 Rose nodded, "Oh.... I had not heard. Well I guess that does make you rather unavailable." She smiled at him.

Lord Oswyn Baratheon Most Devout Zack Posts: 1,632	Oswyn's Ride with the Queen Oct 21, 2013 22:21:04 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Lord Oswyn Baratheon on Oct 21, 2013 22:21:04 GMT -5 "Cemented peace between Dorne and the Stormlands will certainly make your rule easier." he said with optimism. "And will hopefully make the decision between suitors simpler as well."
	Master of Ships, Lord of Southtide, and Heir to Storm's End "War was always here. Before man was, war waited for him. The ultimate trade awaiting its ultimate practitioner."

The Smith Most Devout Posts: 57,758	Oswyn's Ride with the Queen Oct 21, 2013 22:24:41 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by The Smith on Oct 21, 2013 22:24:41 GMT -5 "It does not. Not truly, but I am sure I will know what to do shortly." Rose replied.

Lord Oswyn Baratheon Most Devout Zack Posts: 1,632	Oswyn's Ride with the Queen Oct 21, 2013 22:27:43 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Lord Oswyn Baratheon on Oct 21, 2013 22:27:43 GMT -5 "I am certain you will make the right decision." he said with a reassuring smile, trying not to take her words as a slight.
	Master of Ships, Lord of Southtide, and Heir to Storm's End "War was always here. Before man was, war waited for him. The ultimate trade awaiting its ultimate practitioner."

The Smith Most Devout Posts: 57,758	Oswyn's Ride with the Queen Oct 21, 2013 22:56:15 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by The Smith on Oct 21, 2013 22:56:15 GMT -5 Rose drifted into silence, and was deep in thought.

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