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young_swimmer ([info]young_swimmer) wrote in [info]dc_nextgen,
@ 2011-06-25 15:36:00


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Entry tags:cait curry, npc - aquaman, tyler darnell

Council Meeting
Below or above the surface, Atlantis was Atlantis. Not much had changed in the city and with the people even though it was now an island on the surface of the water. There was still rebuilding to do, but the population of the city went about their daily lives and politics and government never took a break.

It was Cait's first weekend in Atlantis as part of the deal with her mother and Arthur. Ty was with her and so far Arthur had been on his best behavior. Ty was stressed and Cait was stressed, but they were able to handle it. For now.

Today was a council meeting and Cait was looking forward to it. She had an ace up her sleeve and with any luck, after the meeting she won't be betrothed to Cerdian.

She took a deep breath and walked into the council chambers.



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[info]dc_atlantis
2011-06-25 06:29 pm UTC (link)
Lord Ozell is here as usual. He is always on time and ready to get things settled. The older Lord always wishes to make things run smoothly.

His job has not been made easy by the going-ons in Atlantis lately. Everyone has been afraid or angry and so he has been trying to find a way to help lessen that.

But it is good to see the Princess here. It lightens his old heart. "My Lady. It is good to see you here."

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[info]dc_parent
2011-06-25 06:31 pm UTC (link)
As he sees his daughter, Arthur tries hard not to betray anything, to not show any sign of weakness before the council. Mera, as usual, has gotten him to moderate his views - now he needs to sell this agreement to the council, and that means giving them any edge, or any hint he's seeking special favors for his daughter.

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[info]young_swimmer
2011-06-25 09:38 pm UTC (link)
Technically Cait should be adressed as 'your highness' but she wasn't one to get prickly about it. She wanted the council members on her side for this meeting and not on the defensive. Right now she would play nicely. There was a small twinge of guilt knowing she was going to manipulate them into doing what she wanted.

"My Lord Ozell, it's a pleasure to see you again. How have you been?"

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[info]dc_atlantis
2011-06-25 11:03 pm UTC (link)
"I am well your Highness," he said with a bow of his head. "I am glad to see you here with us."

How long had it been since she last came to a Council meeting?

"Your Grace," he bows in greeting of his King.

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[info]young_swimmer
2011-06-25 11:15 pm UTC (link)
"We must always return to Atlantis," Cait said. "I am glad you are well."

She turned and gave the king a deep bow. "Your Majesty."

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[info]dc_parent
2011-06-25 11:59 pm UTC (link)
Arthur inclines his head at the greeting, watching the council chamber fill with a stern expression, not saying much for the moment.

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[info]dc_parent
2011-06-26 12:52 am UTC (link)
Lord Garth arrives and nods to Caitria, then bows before the king, waiting upon Arthur's word to sit down. Once he's seated, he'll greet the remaining lords.

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[info]dc_atlantis
2011-06-26 01:08 am UTC (link)
Lord Ardath makes his way into the chamber, all smiles. He returns the greetings of those who call out to him. "Your Majesty," he says to Arthur with a tone of respect. He smiles warmly to Cait. "Princess, it's good to see you again."

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[info]dc_atlantis
2011-06-26 01:12 am UTC (link)
Lord Ozell greets Lord Ardath with a smile. He liked the younger Lord. He couldn't help but enjoy the younger man' presence. Hopefully the others would arrive shortly.

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[info]young_swimmer
2011-06-26 01:48 am UTC (link)
"Lord Garth," she said and gave him a nod. Sometimes she had to remind herself to call him Lord Garth and not Uncle Garth.

"Lord Ardath," Cait said with a nod of her head. "It is a pleasure to see you again. I hope you are well."

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[info]dc_atlantis
2011-06-26 01:55 am UTC (link)
General Nakesh entered the chambers. "Your Majesties," he said with a bow to Arthur and Mera. "Princess," he said with a bow to Cait.

He nodded to the other lords and ladies and took his seat.

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[info]dc_parent
2011-06-27 12:20 am UTC (link)
Mera nodded as well. Her expression was kept carefully neutral but she was ready to intercede on her daughter's behalf.

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[info]dc_atlantis
2011-06-27 12:28 am UTC (link)
Lady Maurita took a seat with the other nobles after greeting the royal family.

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[info]young_swimmer
2011-06-30 01:19 am UTC (link)
Somehow Cait managed to walk and not run out of the council chambers. She felt a little guilt at manipulating the council a bit, but it wasn't exactly like they got the hook end of the line either. Poseidonis will go back down under the waves and she could be with Ty if she wanted to. Which of course she did. Both parties got something out of it and neither had to give up anything.

She wore a wide smile on her face when she saw Ty.

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[info]all_powerfull
2011-06-30 01:22 am UTC (link)
Good news, I take it? he asks over the link, smiling as well as soon as he feels her presence.

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[info]young_swimmer
2011-06-30 01:33 am UTC (link)
She wrapped her arms around him and held him tightly for a few moments. She let him go and gave him a big smile. There would have been a big kiss to go along with the hug, but she knew some manner of decorum had to be maintained.

"It went much better than expected. Cerdian and I don't have to marry each other. At least right now. The council is giving us a year to see how the people react to me being with you."

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[info]all_powerfull
2011-06-30 01:36 am UTC (link)
He returns the hug. That's wonderful. he replies telepathically. Not perfect, obviously, but a lot better than it was. And I should be returning Atlantis to the sea floor?

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[info]young_swimmer
2011-06-30 01:41 am UTC (link)
"Not perfect, but I'm not being forced to marry someone I see as a brother. That's always good. Though I'm beginning to suspect there's something in the air because the council is never this agreeable."

Cait shook her head. "It doesn't matter. We can stay together and Arthur can't use Atlantis as an objection."

Cait gave him a sheepish smile. "Yes. That was part of the deal. Arthur asked me if I could convince you to help Poseidonis."

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[info]all_powerfull
2011-06-30 01:44 am UTC (link)
I would have offered anyway, you and your mother convinced me to wait. Its possible they may want a favor in return, or just he good graces of yourself and your mother. Whatever it is, I'm not complaining.

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[info]young_swimmer
2011-06-30 01:46 am UTC (link)
"I know, but sometimes it helps to have an ace up your sleeve. Mother is devious."

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[info]all_powerfull
2011-06-30 01:51 am UTC (link)
And she's teaching you some deviousness while she's at it. It was a good idea.

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[info]dc_parent
2011-06-30 01:52 am UTC (link)
Arthur noted that his daughter left the chamber and followed her out to speak with her. Perhaps they could now talk a bit more without so much acrimony between them.

When he finds her with Ty, Arthur's expression stiffens, but he manages a curt nod.

"Ty. Caitria. I wanted to say that you handled yourself well with the council. You behaved as a princess and I am very proud of that." Arthur concedes.

The next part is a bit more difficult, but he looks to Ty.

"Your willingness to aid Atlantis is commendable, Ty. I have not...been civil or kind to you in the time we've known each other, yet you are willing to aid our people." he says.

"I assume Caitria has told you of the council's decision?" Arthur asks.

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[info]young_swimmer
2011-06-30 01:55 am UTC (link)
Cait gave her father a smile. "Thank you. Thank you for understanding."

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[info]all_powerfull
2011-06-30 02:01 am UTC (link)
"Atlantis was partly in trouble because of my association with your daughter, whether people were in their right minds or not. Its the least I can do, and I'm glad I can help."

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[info]dc_parent
2011-06-30 02:07 am UTC (link)
"As a father and a king, Ty, I need you to be completely honest with me at this moment: can you do this without causing yourself any permanent harm?" Arthur asks.

"It wouldn't do for you to pull this off and injure yourself permanently. Caitria would blame herself for any misfortune that fell upon you and I will not have that." he says.

"And what preparations must Atlantis take before you can do this?" he asks further.

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