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Message: <blockquote data-quote="talien" data-source="post: 4645154" data-attributes="member: 3285">Songs: Part 8c – Dark VengeanceAs they entered the town, a host of guardsmen escorted Anulee to the local prison.  Inside, Kuros was standing next to Lady Sounshay.  A guard stood behind them, holding a squirming and angry Venton in his grasp. As Anulee entered, Kuros’ eyes flashed with fury.  ”Please take Anulee to the first holding room,” said Lady Sounshay.  “Have Venton put in the second.  When I call for each one, bring them to me.” With that, the guards took them both away. Sounshay addressed Sebastian.  “Kuros and I have discussed what to do with both Anulee and Venton.  The laws of Milandir are not toys to manipulate for their convenience.  However, we felt that because you are Landross’ son, you should have a say.  What form of punishment do you think they deserve?”Sebastian took a deep breath.  “Banishment for Anulee.  Since she loves this place dearly, so banishment should be a fitting punishment. As for Venton…he should be executed.”Lady Sounshay called for the guards to bring in Anulee. “We have discussed your part in this matter and come to a decision.  Perjury is a serious offense, especially when it leads to the unjust execution of an innocent man. He may have been dark-kin,” Sounshay looked at Sebastian, “but in Postrava at least, we judge the soul of a man by his actions, not his blood.”“Be thankful, for the merciful nature of Sebastian astounds me considering all that he has had to endure.  I could have you locked away for what you’ve done, but immortality is in your favor.  Therefore, as punishment for your part in this, I hereby order you banished from Sylvania until Sebastian forgives you for what you have done to Lantross.  Pray that he is more forgiving than his uncle was, as I believe him to be.  Perhaps someday, Sylvania will be graced with your song again.  That is my edict.  Let it be done.”Anulee pressed something wrapped in parchment in Sebastian’s hand.  “Please give this to Ilmarė on my behalf.” She turned to Kuros, tears streaming down her face.  “For what it is worth, I am truly sorry for the sorrow I have caused.” Kuros looked at her for a moment and then turned his gaze away, not uttering a word. The guards ushered Anulee back to her cell.Lady Sounshay called for the guard to bring in Venton.  He was still trying to free himself from the guard’s grasp when they dragged him in.She fixed him with a penetrating stare.  “Now, as for you, Venton, it seems your son’s sense of irony is as sharp as his sense of justice. I will allow him to tell you what your punishment is.”Kuros stepped up to his father, mere inches from his face.  “I may have acquired your temper, but at least I do not have your black, twisted heart, father.  Tomorrow morning, you will sign over access to al your monetary wealth, properties, businesses, the mansion, and every other thing you own.  All your life you have used your money, influence, and power to destroy peoples’ lives.  It ends today.“While my mother was dying, you made a mockery of her love for you.  From this day forth, you will have only that which I allow you to have, which will not be much.  Finally, you will not be allowed to leave Postrava.  This place will become your tomb.  I will not allow you to further smear the good and honorable Zasfar name.”Venton’s face reddened.  “You can’t do that to me!” he screamed.  “I won’t allow it!”  He raised his cane to strike Kuros.Kuros snatched the cane from Venton.  Pushed off balance, the old man fell to the floor.  “You’ll agree to this, or you will be executed.” With that, Kuros walked away.“My cane!” pleaded Venton.  “Please…I can’t walk without my cane.” He struggled in vain to rise.“Life is hard, father,” said Kuros as he left the prison.  “I suggest you get used to it.”</blockquote>

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