Prelude of the Landsraad

[Keith Leong <keith_leong@usa.net>]

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Where the Great Houses vie for power in the Padishah Imperium....

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Front Hall -- Landsraad Congress (Kaitain)
Swirled in the whites and greys of marble, the floor is immaculate. The walls,
a slightly duller white in color, are trimmed with a golden band that divides
the wall horizontally. Hanging high above is a crystalline CHANDELIER with a
thick metal frame to suspend the light from. One side of the room is open to
allow access to the Plaza outside. Column extend downward from the ceiling in
normal intervals throughout the room.
Players:
 Valentina                                         
Exits:
 Marble Steps <W> leads to Inner Rotunda -- Landsraad Congress (Kaitain) 
 Metaglass Portal <N> leads to Ornithopter Pad -- Landsraad Congress (Kaitain)

 Stone Steps <E> leads to Congressional Circle -- Central District (Kaitain)
 

Valentina quietly is walking up the stone steps to the east, accompanied by
three staff members. Some carry briefcases, others stacks of papers. The
Na-Countessa carries a small leather document case. She speaks quietly with an
older looking man who accompanies her as the party makes their way into the
Landsraad to help with preparations for thsi evening's meeting.

Valentina just looked at you.

Anthony is coming fromt the direct opposite, barking orders into his
communicator. It seems apparent that he has been securing the Ginaz Seat from
danger. He is immaculately dressed in a Ginaz Burseg Uniform and his
staff-officers and bodyguards surround him

The elder gentleman halts in his speech a moment at the entrance of the Ginaz.
His eyes gaze over the persons, careful to steer the Na-Countessa from these
people. She does notice, but says nothing much to her credit. The older
gentleman must be one of the Count's direct staff.

Anthony seems to be shouting in the most safest ornithopter route for the
Ginaz delegation to take to the Landsraad. His red and gold uniform seems to
glittered in the afternoon light, bouncing off every glass surface, giving the
Ginaz General an almost un-natural lighting.

Slowly, the Na-Countessa brings her party to a stop. She waves off the lowlier
staffers, and turns towards the Ginaz General. She waits to see if he shall
acknowledge her, rather than interrupting his most important business.

The Ginaz Security Group walks head on towards the Moritani staff before
Anthony notices the Na-Countessa and comes to a straight stop.

Valentina
The woman before you stands proudly at her height of almost six feet.  Her
locks of raven black fall down past her shoulders in luxurious and gentle
curves.  Silk of a soft cream color covers her hair today, and is held in
place by a delicate gold band, that rests around her head like a crown.  The
scent of her favorite spices surrounds the air subtly where she stands.  The
scent matches her swarthy coloring well; olive-colored skin reminiscent of a
culture past.%R%TShe wears a dress that is simple in cut and design today;
cream silken layers, giving a gentle illusion of a romantic at heart.  The
dress is carefully gathered just above her stomach, in a line of peach satin
and delicate flowers, then the skirts fall down to the floor in a simple
straight line.  The sleeves of this dress are long and free-flowing, more for
decoration than practicality. The top of the dress is a gentle scoop cut, and
you see a small golden chain glimmer against her skin from around her
neck.%R%THigh well-defined cheekbones give her face a loving appearance. 
Emerald eyes sparkle gently, and the small diamond-shaped blazing red tatoo
upon her forehead reveals the mark of her profession to all.%R%TUpon her hands
she wears two rings.  On her left hand's pointer finger, a small golden band
rests, with a small shimmering diamond and a small shimmering sapphire.  A
cumbersome pinky ring worn on her right hand, is a chunk of gold with a
bloodstone embedded along the flattened top.  Imprinted along the top of this
ring is the signet of the Great House Moritani.%R%TIf she is wearing any
makeup it is impossible to tell, except perhaps that all her features are
slightly more highlighted; her eyes a bit more dramatic, her lips a slight
rose.%R%TShe goes without a cape today.  Shoes of the same color as the dress
are hidden beneath her hemline.%R
 
Anthony 
Anthony is a giant for a youth of his 19 years. He stands roughly 80 inches
and weighs some 225 pounds. This extraordinary-looking young man is an
excellent example of the free-mixing of races in the House Ginaz. Chinese,
German and an unknown heritage has all contributed to his magnificent and
unique looks. His tanned skin looks almost bronze in the glistening of the sun
and his hair is deep, fiery red. His eyes are black and his teeth are evidence
of fine maintenance. Anthony wears a devastating smile and is very, very good
looking, radiating charm and command. He usually reserves the former for
females. For the men however he keeps a silent, reserved, even somewhat
hostile demeanour.
 
She offers a polite half-curtsey to the General.

Anthony stops his staff. He goes up cautiously, keeping his com-unit in his
tunic and holding his army-cane firm, and bows to the lady in front of him,
formally, using the traditions of the old.

Valentina quietly and gently she says, "Good day, Count-General."
 
Anthony looks up, his expression a combination of admiration fpr the regal
lady and a so-your-the-new-one look "My Lady.....we did not expect you so
early...my men were....securing the perimeter".
 
Her words are spoken smoothly and with truth, "I would never expect the
Landsraad to be insecure, General. But with your talents and abilities, I will
be glad to report the extra measures to My Lord Count."
 
Anthony laugs quietly, his staff seeming to form a protective cordon behind
him "You're most generous my lady
 
 All around them, the Diplomats and Ambassadors and Staff from all the Great
Houses of the Landsraad scurry around.
 
She allows herself the slightest smile, "And you, General, are far to
concerned. The meeting, as all meetings, will proceed safely and without
trouble. Or at least, there shall be none from Moritani."
 
Anthony returns the smile, his one devastating and at least one maiden faints
at the sight of it "You can rest assured M'Lady, this place is safe...we
cannot be too careful, after what happened to His Majesty"..his smile drops
slightly.
 
A shadow crosses her face, and she breaks the gaze, her eyes shifting towards
the floor a moment .. a moment of quiet personal loss ... It passes slowly, to
which she says something in Highspeak, then crosses herself with her right
hand. Perhaps some kind of blessing?
 
Anthony watches the lady and says "May his soul find rest".
 
Using Allgau, Anthony says, "If only I was here when it happened"
 
Anthony seems very uncomfortable to at the sight of the distressed lady
 
You say, "Have faith in the Gods M'Lady.....tonight shall be an epoch, a new
dawn on the future of the Imperium. I'm sure of it."
 
Distress would seem a strong word. Merely saddened. You might recall rumors of
her relations with the Corrinos....
 
Valentina nods, "Yes..." she says quietly, "If we do not fall to petty
squabbling, which I fear may happen. It is always so difficult, to get people
to truly listen and draw wise conclusions, when they are so wrapped up in
their petty arguements and disagreements."
 
Anthony smiles "Well tonight is the chance to change all that....it's a pity
the views of the Famillies Minor are not take into account, for I would most
strongly endorse a more democratic and mutual-benefit regime in the Landsraad
Council.
 
Valentina tilts her head just slightly, "House Ginaz does not concern himself
with the views of his Houses Minor?" she says, "That .... is interesting.
House Moritani always listens to her Houses Minor. There is wisdom in such
places."
 
Anthony eyes seem to narrow "My Houses does M'Lady...I was refering to the
Landsraad....".
 
Anthony mutters something in Allgau to the nearest Ginaz Staff Member.

Valentina nods, "Apologies, dear General. I misunderstood."

Using Allgau, Anthony says, "We do not need your pompus methods of recruiting,
M'Lady."
   
Anthony nods "No offence taken".
 
Anthony looks around the filling Landsraad Circle "Incidently I made it a
priority to ensure the safety of the Meeting Rooms. You will be able to work
there unmolested M'Lady"
 
Valentina smiles and says, "Please, tell His Excellency Na-Marquis that I look
forward to suppering with him this eve... our conversations are long overdue."
To your information about the rooms she smiles, "Excellent," she motions
towards her staff, "We, are in your debt, Count-General."
 
Anthony half-bows "I will convey your wishes M'Lady...and your compliments
flatter me"

Valentina smiles gently, and motions her assistants towards the Meeting Rooms,
"Count-General, we must take our leave now to prepare. Thank you for your
kindnesses. It has been a pleasure," she says, half-curtseying again.

The Ginaz Propagandist's Communicator comes to life and he says to Anthony,
"My Lord, you are expected at the Rasatanyev Embassy". Anthony turns and nods.
He returns to Valentina and says "My apologies My Lady, I have to be off. The
rooms are all safe and secure. And the pleasure has been mine". He bows and
then leaves.
 

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