AGELESS CAMPAIGN, Episode II, Part VI.

[orchid blossom]

Charles replies, "Mr. Stuart gives we wide discretion in the daily operation of this estate, so I will probably only require an hour of his time to address open matters. Following the meal either he or I can give you the full tour of this property. You will be alone for a short time this afternoon, as Miss. Chester has called for a meeting of the senior managers, although between the music room and the library I am certain you will be able to find something to keep yourself occupied during that time."

"I never had any trouble keeping myself busy in a library. I had thought to go back into Paris and do a bit of shopping, but seeing that my need has been provided for," she indicated the red gown she was wearing, "that doesn't seem to be necessary. And if there's a meeting, I suspect it may have already left to pick up Pepe and Maracita.

I apologize, about the meeting I mean. I think that's my fault. I think there are some concerns about how forthcoming Cal has been with me."

 

[Queenie]

He replies, "It will. I will see to the arrangements." He departs and the Lieutenant who brought him to the room returns and asks George if he will be needing anything further with is breakfast.

As Fenris:

"No, I think I am done here. You may take the dishes." replies George. "I will be walking in the garden, please come retrieve me at 9 for the conferences." The lieutenant nods in agreement as George heads out. It would be a long day of sitting, so he wanted to stretch his legs while he could. He always found gardens calming, and right now he needed to collect his thoughts for the coming events. The enormity of his responsibilities hadn't really hit him until now. The future of an entire nation rested upon his shoulders. The stakes had never been higher. However, he at least didn't have a dog in this fight per se, so that would help him remain detached, still passions would run hot on both sides. George continued his stroll through the garden, contemplating his role, planning out his strategies and proposals. His mind would wander though at times, up to his room, where his fiancee lay. That would make him smile and remember for whom he did this. He would then refocus his mind and continue on his ruminations. Finally the Lieutenant returned. George saw him and nodded. He took a last sniff of the closing blossoms of a jasmine flower before straightening, closing his eyes, taking a deep, cleansing breath and opening his eyes, fixed and full of purpose. He nodded to the Lieutenant to proceed and followed him out of the garden to his date with history.

 

[Silver Moon]

"I never had any trouble keeping myself busy in a library. I had thought to go back into Paris and do a bit of shopping, but seeing that my need has been provided for," she indicated the red gown she was wearing, "that doesn't seem to be necessary. And if there's a meeting, I suspect it may have already left to pick up Pepe and Maracita.

Charles says, "Oh, it won't be leaving for another forty-five minutes. The carriage can go rather fast, about twice the speed that you are probably familiar with in the United States.

"I apologize, about the meeting I mean. I think that's my fault. I think there are some concerns about how forthcoming Cal has been with me."

Charles smiles and says, "Don't blame yourself, it was inevitable. You may have been the catalyst for this conversation, but some of what will be said is long overdue, and would have occurred eventually.

 

[Silver Moon]

....Finally the Lieutenant returned. George saw him and nodded. He took a last sniff of the closing blossoms of a jasmine flower before straightening, closing his eyes, taking a deep, cleansing breath and opening his eyes, fixed and full of purpose. He nodded to the Lieutenant to proceed and followed him out of the garden to his date with history.

The Lieutenant leads him into the main dining room. A pair of armed human Egyptian soldiers guard all entrances and exits into the room except for the main one, which has six armed Nubian elite guards by it.

The table is covered with a white silk tablecloth that has gold and platinum threads sewn into it in that depict hieroglyphics that honor the Egyptian pantheon. There are three centerpieces, A white marble statue of Ra has been placed nearer the northern end of the table, a black marble stature of Bast at the southern end. Near the center (but positioned so as to not block George's view of the participants) is a small bust of King King Haker Takeleth VI, Neferka's father. Also on the table are pitchers of ice water and crystal glasses, but there is no other visible food or beverages in the room.

Three occupants are sitting in three of the five chairs on George's side of the table. In chair left of center is Colonel Hassan. In both chairs down nearer the end of the table are male scribes in elaborate robes who George recognize as having been present during his two prior meetings with King Haker.

Across on the other side of the table are five chairs. Colonel Hassan says, "Each contingent will consist of the three top Generals and two clerks to record the meeting. Like ours, one clerk will record the discussions in English, the other in Arabic. Each General has also been allowed to bring a personal aide, but during the negotiations they will be required to stand at the doorway and will be watched by the Nubians."

 

[Queenie]

Across on the other side of the table are five chairs. Colonel Hassan says, "Each contingent will consist of the three top Generals and two clerks to record the meeting. Like ours, one clerk will record the discussions in English, the other in Arabic. Each General has also been allowed to bring a personal aide, but during the negotiations they will be required to stand at the doorway and will be watched by the Nubians."

OOC: FYI, we are headed out today and will be gone all day, we will be able to post more tomorrow

George surveys the room. "Excellent. Assuming both parties are here, have them come in and sit. I will make my opening remarks and introductions, then we will have each party head to their individual rooms."

 

[Queenie]

"A thought. What language should be the negotiating language do you think Hassan?"

 

[Silver Moon]

"A thought. What language should be the negotiating language do you think Hassan?"

He replies, "An interesting question, and the answer is somewhat dependent upon what role you wish for Princess Amisi to play in the negotiations. She is fluent in the languages of Arabic, Italian and Ancient Egyptian, with her grasp of the English language far less so. If the discussions are in English she will probably be able to follow some of the conversation, and if we move the Arabic scribe's chair closer to her she could follow along, but she would not really be able to contribute. For the discussions with the British that would probably be wise.

However, she has known General Orabi for years as a family friend, as he has her as well. If called upon she might be able to assist in the discussions if they are in Arabic.

Queen Neferka has also thrown a major wild card into this mix for the Orabi discussion, by formally naming Amisi as her heir. A formal declaration was actually not needed, as Amisi was next in the line of succession up until Queen Neferka has a child. General Orabi would assume that his child through Neferka would automatically become the next monarch, but that is no longer the case, as Amisi will remain the heir until Neferka declares otherwise. He also does not know of this declaration yet, although the Queen has made it official through a proclamation that will become public knowledge later today."

 

[orchid blossom]

Charles smiles and says, "Don't blame yourself, it was inevitable. You may have been the catalyst for this conversation, but some of what will be said is long overdue, and would have occurred eventually.

Abby was quiet for a moment. "When family is involved, a lot of things so unsaid too long. Hopefully any hurt feelings won't linger too long after the air gets cleared.

It sounds like you have a few things you'll be glad to get off your chest, too."

 

[Silver Moon]

It sounds like you have a few things you'll be glad to get off your chest, too."

He says, "Oh yes, indeed. Miss Chester feels a sense of entitlement. Her grandfather and mother were both the landholders, and she was actually born here. But she lacks the necessary skills and mindset to actually do any of the jobs she feels should be hers."

 

[orchid blossom]

He says, "Oh yes, indeed. Miss Chester feels a sense of entitlement. Her grandfather and mother were both the landholders, and she was actually born here. But she lacks the necessary skills and mindset to actually do any of the jobs she feels should be hers."

"It must be hard though, to see your Mother pass something on to a cousin instead of her daughter, even if it was the right decision for the land and the mission. As I said, family."