Beron, the Emperor heritage will try to entice the small kingdoms Maros, Ryo and Jahro peacefully in the Empire previously. Berons plan foresees to separate as many rich peacefully from the Union and to include in the Empire. This would save not only many resources, but save also thousands lives. A war will be possible only if the fronts have been resolved. The preparations could take up to two years. Therefore, the Emperor gave the command to prepare everything necessary.
All leave satisfied the Council's table. The emperor will get his last, great war, no matter which way. Beron has the opportunity to save people he seduced on behalf of the Empire's rulers. The Finance Minister is planning security and the Heeral is looking forward to his battles. Especially with his old home of Aeris. The Heeral has still an old score to settle. However, Beron is worried about his father's impatience. He asks him for a conversation privately.
Together with Varlon II. Prince Beron strolling through the Palace. The Emperor delighteth in his pomp. Only too happy to he wanders through the halls and see the magnificent mosaics on the walls. Decorated with the wealth of Artos. With gold, silver and precious stones.
"Father, why you're suddenly in such a hurry to submit to it the realms of the Union"? "Well, I'm an old man. I can feel how the life in me is fading every day. And I would like to cede not unfinished things" - the Emperor Beron admits. "I think you have many years ahead of you. You're too stubborn for the death". "So, you really believe that? Who knows what plans do the gods for us"? "The gods? You were never a believer. And all religions are prohibited in the Empire. What brings on such thoughts"you. 'Follow me to my Chambers, I want to show you something'.
The Emperor leads Beron in his private quarters. The ruling family walk along fine, shiny marble through the long wide corridors. Always the bodyguard of the Emperor in tow. The guard before his chambers the big heavy wooden door opens the emperor. The Emperor and his eldest son enter the sumptuous rooms. "Follow me" - says the emperor to Beron. They, however, Emperor's personal library get through another door. Varlon II. is known to collect things. Works of art, artifacts, books and rare items.
There is a great book on a table. It is old, very old. So old that the pages of the book almost fall apart as soon as you touch it. It was worn to the Emperor a few weeks ago. An art dealer has sold it to the Court.
"This book was written by a priest from Talon Darcos. Our scholars suspect this work more than 6,000 years old"that. "And what does it say father? What's bothering you here"? "It are the visions of a young woman. The daughter of the priest. Mysterious verse about the history of the last 6,000 years. I have urgently to examine the book". "What are you saying me father"?
Beron does not understand what his father really wants to tell him. "The premonitions of the young woman have all fulfilled. Closer look, sometimes slightly inaccurate. "But their visions were all true." "It's ridiculous father and you know it". "Maybe it's my son that. But the verse of this book ends this year. And the last verse seems to be me". "What is the last verse of father"?
Epitomy, petrified expression, the Great Emperor reflects the last verse of the mysterious book. It says:
"A lion from steel, forged in fire,
not dead not alive, a war monster,.
born make Kings and kingdoms.
bloody to soak the Earth, to destroy the free world".
"And you're the lion" - Beron asks his father and Emperor. "You tell me my son." I am the lion made of steel, the monster of war? Or am I one of the kings who will be created? Is the Empire of the free world is destroyed? Anyway, the book ends with this verse. Maybe it's the end of it all, the end of the world".
Beron is very surprised. And it worries his father to see him. The words he speaks didn't suit him. This uncertainty, this fear. Beron never had a close relationship with his father. But his father was always clear in his words, clear in its attitude. He was always full of conviction and strength. But this book makes him doubt his legacy. It's the naked fear not to achieve the goals of his life.
After talking with his father, Beron rushes to his family. His wife Lubja and his daughter rida. Lubja is the daughter of Tojan, rhan by Rhon. Their marriage was purely political nature. In the year 531 led the Empire war against the kingdoms of Rhon and Aeris. While it made peace with Aeris to prevent massive bloodshed, Rhon previously was captured. As so often had the Emperor publicly executed the Royal family. Tojan appointed from the House of ELAS, which supported the invasion of the Empire, the rhan of Rhon. He is ruler of the province and of the Emperor Deputy on the spot. Beron with Tojans of firstborn daughter Lubja was married to connect the region with the Empire.
Although the marriage had strategic reasons, Beron and Lubja learned love. And three years ago they were presented with a child. Rida, a daughter. She sees Breno very similar and thus also his mother. Varlon II. loves his granddaughter so wholeheartedly. At least more than her father.
"Lubja, listen well. I have to go from here. My father sent on an important mission"me. "On an important mission"? "Yes, I will travel to Maros, diplomat and Ambassador". "Ambassador? I don't know much about politics Beron. But Varlon II. emits no Ambassador from the House of Laarus. He sends"butchers like Cruxas. "This is true". "It was your proposal Beron, wasn't? I don't want you to go! What happens if something happens to you? We have a daughter." "Yes, it was my idea. If I have success, that will save thousands of lives Lubja. Is it not worth it"? "It looks Beron like you. You're a noble man, full of goodness. And a fool. If you already go, then come back again alive. For the sake of your family and for the sake of the Empire". "I don't plan to return my love in a box". "Has that ever one"?
While the heir to the throne on his mission the Advisor of the Emperor in the private rooms of the Heerals talk to make the preparations for the war. "What do you plan of the Prince" - Throws Lord Brecht in the round. "I must admit I like the plan extremely well" - Lord Grahm responds. "What exactly like you remember Lord Grahm" - asks the Heeral. "People have lost relatives in the war are difficult to integrate." A certain resentment is when the new rulers have sisters raped and slain brothers. That would make easier the work me Lord Cruxas". "From a financial point of view it would be a great relief. Wars are expensive, expensive to man and coin Heeral". "May be. But steel and blood pledge of strength. And not horse-trading with noble houses that would save your heads out of loops. This way may seem easy. But it is just as cowardly. Power from blood obtained, not from words".
"Then do you think efforts of the Prince for wrong"? "No Lord Brecht. I think this way simply weak. "And the Kings of the Union will see just that." "Heeral Cruxas, the butcher of Golan slide. Is war all that matters for you, isn't it'? "No Lord Grahm. The Empire is all that matters. "And Beron will bring it with his mild-mannered way to totter." "I suppose you think should conquer and maim Atolla Beron Maros". "Be careful, Lord Brecht. You overestimate your position". "I wanted Heeral, not to offend you".
On the same evening, Beron is ready. He rides with men of the Imperial body guard on the coast, according to Combana. From the coastal city he will leave with a fleet of the Imperial Navy for Tauros. Between two and three weeks, he will need until it reaches Atollas Palace.
Varlon II. know exactly what kind of danger he exposes his son. So how's custom is he has dinner with his family on the large sunny terrace of Artoshall. From here, he can see for miles on a good day in the distance. And now he sees how his eldest son rides. Luniver stands next to his father. Lubja and her daughter rida are on the other side. The White fire torches burn on the walls and on the way into the unknown.
The arms of the Prince shines like a beacon in the night. Many refer to him as "Glimmer of hope". Berons armor is silver. Studded with rubies, a large purple Cape and a helmet tail purple-colored feathers.
Beron rides a powerful, black stallion. Once again, he pauses briefly and turns to his family. He abandoned his loved ones with a wistful look. Then, the tab disappears shank of the Prince in the dark of night. And the Prince hopes
to return soon to close its arms.
"You want to play a farewell song for your brother Luniver"? "He needs none of my songs my dear. "Luck and courage, it is what he will need on his mission".
Chapter 3 - the House of Olixander
It's finally happening. & Has arrived at its destination. It's a rainy day in white mountain. His first trail leads him therefore with quick steps to the post of local unions guard. His common way ends with Sun arrow here. At least for now. The captain of the post pays him 6 gold coins and takes the Akshata stallion in his care. & Stroking the fur Sun arrow again, because it turns white. White denotes sadness under JayDee horses. "Don't be sad, old friend. I'm sure that we soon meet again. And the captain here has an eye on you. Isn't it Captain"? "Sure".
In the House of the guard, & Gets the shouting of the stable master of out there with. He worries about Sun arrow. It is not the kind of stable master. "Your Horse Whisperer seems to me somewhat rough to his captain". "Don't worry, the man knows his craft. Nothing will happen to your horse". "This is a JayDee captain." "I know not like her that in the North look. But here, it is also a horse just like any other".
"Doing a favor me anyway. Leave as long as Sun arrow as you can. I would thank you with cash coin if he again would be me on my departure available. And if you treated him well". "I think that can be arranged".
Little Prince Badoz took care of Messenger to the whereabouts of his horse, it goes on already. & VOC climbs the stairs of the Palace of White Hall to deliver his message. Gorgeous she is dar that the white fortress of the King of Sparos. It's called the long staircase to the throne of the King would have well over 1,000 levels.
The courageous Messenger from Conreba the stairs of the King in drizzle rain climbs stage for stage. Each level consists of noble, hewn stones. Decorated with gold and with elaborate engravings. They say the names of enemies of the House of Olixander were immortalized in the levels. Also & heard so often by this story. And he concludes that it is true. The steps are lined with names of dead men and women. Of noble houses and cities.
The rise of the stairs is long. He is so long that's in between rain stops. The Sun breaks through the clouds. & Reached the final stage, two guards blocking the way with shield and spear. A servant of Ravons officially announces to the audience. "I am Lord Barbon, Whisperer, and voice of the King RaVoN by Sparos. Speak your name of stranger and mentions the reason for your visit." "My name is & VOC. I'm a Messenger in the services of Emor Badoz, Prince of Conreba". The King nods to Lord Barbon.
"Receive the grace and the attention of the King. King Ravon Olixander, ruler of Sparos. The free and wild. Home of freedom and courage". "Enough. Now let's finally step forward the man. You came sure long and arduous to deliver me a message by Emor". "King RaVoN. You are right, I bring my men's customer. The Empire sent him Maris DoRina. The negotiations of the situation on Tauros I know nothing about my King". "And what do you know & VOC then? You are here across the street to tell me that you know your nothing". "The emperor has tried to persuade Conreba to overflowing". "What are you saying? To persuade"to overflow? 'Yes. In a decree he assured the family Badoz, to take over the Rhanschaft on Conreba".
King Ravon can't believe what he hears there. This approach does not fit to the emperor. He is known to kill his enemies. But not only that, he kills the past of his enemies. He wipes them out from the history books and makes sure to forget them.
"You see the steps of my staircase & VOC. Since time immemorial, the Emperor killed not only his enemies. He also wiped out the memory of her. He stroked her past from the history books and redeemed their names from the world. I never did me and my dad all my ancestors nor. For centuries, we will engrave the names of our enemies in this cursed levels. And verily, this staircase is miserable long. No 1,000 steps such as the farmer's claim, but long enough because you're safe. We never want to forget their names and deeds. Also not their past. Because our past is her past. How glorious can wins against forgotten already?"
The King will retire in the evening with his advisers. He will determine the next steps with them. At the end of the day, the wise King of Sparos will send messengers in all kingdoms of the Union. Also & will send a message. A message to his men Emor Badoz. Just what message will be that, he doesn't know yet. The spokesman of the King has to appear & at noon tomorrow.
King Ravon talks all but first forward at dinner with his family about the news from Conreba. So he has always handled it. But first he must gather his family around. His son Elvon is fairly easy to find. Because at this time of day has the young Prince of weapon training. Ravons subsidiary Sewen, it is much more difficult. Often, no one knows just where the idiosyncratic Princess.
Ravons daughter is on horseback with their instructor Nandor. The Sun is shining and a mild wind is blowing over the juicy, Golden fields on the outskirts of white mountain. "You are a dirty man Nándor". "What Princess do you expect from me? I am an instructor and no fine Lord". "And it smells like manure." "I'm sorry Princess Sewen. Maybe has a servant to me left that could wash me"your Sir? "You want one of my maids that washes you"? "Yes, preferably one with really big tits and a nice fat ass"! "Nandor, I am shocked! What do you want with such a peasant girl"? "The same thing that all men want Princess". "Would it let me follow such a woman? It shames me".
Princess Sewen and the instructor Kiss passionately in the shelter of the trees, as so often when they are feeling unobserved. But must they be careful and share their affection in secret. "Princess, it's getting late, we should leave". "Just a little Nándor". "How'd I with you spend even more time. "But he would behead settle your father knew of us." "All right. I want to no that you lose your pretty head. And especially not your tail". "You are quite ordinary for a Princess". "And I know it you like Nandor".
Only with effort and much persuasion, succeeded to move the riding trainer Sewen to return home. Regularly, she brings her father crazy in which it comes too late for dinner or on other occasions. At a gallop, they ride back into town. The King and his family eagerly await their return. When the Princess finally comes to dinner, RaVoN can report his news. Finally, he can begin to tell his family about the latest findings.
"Which is to include Talwen. Now Varlon II. tried to bribe our members already. As cowardly and infamous needs an emperor be"? "That doesn't suit him. There is something"not my King. "Oh and what woman"? 'You can see it not father' - Ravons daughter Sewen asked. "What should I see my honey"? "The emperor would not Conreba because it is a beautiful island. He wants to drive a wedge in the Union". "You're clever Sewen. Soon you will make happy a man". "I don't want to marry but still"! "That is not to the debate". "Mama"! "Your father has a very special young man for you in the eye. "You can you lucky if this marriage came about my child '.
But Ravons daughter is not thrilled with the idea to marry soon. "I want no arranged marriage. I want to marry out of love". "Then you're not as smart as I thought" -RaVoN noticed. "Mother, you did but also out of love get married"! "No we haven't". "But you were always telling us"! "I told you when you were small children. "But this time, Sewen is now over." "Then your marriage arranged too"? "No, God does not know" - replied RaVoN. "And how did you meet then mother"? "Your father captured the castle in my father, killed my brothers and took me to the woman". "This is not serious." "But this is it, and what was that for a glorious day"- RaVoN notes.
& Visits, however, the city of the King. White Mountain is located directly below the Palace and owes its name to the giant Hill on which the Palace was built. He explored the city as does any traveler. And when he's coming over at the post of the Union guards he sees as the angry master suggests one of the horses of the crop. The pitiful turmoil all through leg. And he sees that is Sun arrow fur is colored blue, the color of fear.
& Gets to the stable master - "the horses don't like your crop. You should work without this thing. The part makes the horses' nervous and restless. "Get stranger. Nobody has asked you for your opinion". "I come back tomorrow stable b
oy. "And I hope that for you then none of the horses is hurt"- & lets know the stable master. "I suck on you boy. "And now go away, let me do my work".
The young Messenger of Conrebas roams the streets of the bustling city. & Still don't know where he is to spend the night. He is looking for a guest house and his thoughts revolve around his horse's well-being. The King ordered him to give some money for the next few days. To find a place to stay, food and entertainment. And exactly what does &. First, he rents a in the Guest House "Dancing bear" . A man speaks & in the dining room of the Guest House. & Has never seen him, he is completely foreign to him.
"You're not from here, I have"? "We are in a guest house. No old man is art guess that so". "You wear strange clothes. "Where does your coat of arms, I don't know it"? "Conreba". "Ah, Yes, Yes." Are you long in the city" - the stranger asked him. "What get's here? Where you are going?" -& replied. "Now I'm an old man. I enjoy talking. I come from Laronien. Panautis to be more precise". "You're talking about really like". "If you is not for the company of an old man then I give you a tip." In Wolf Lane, its a different kind is distraction. A company which you may be more popular than mine". "You are a strange OWL". "Aren't we all are a bit awkward"?
The old man is not quite creeps &. He seems too curious to him. But then he followed the advice of the old man and set out to explore the city. As long as & Sun arrow rode in secret, he was wearing inconspicuous clothing. But now he moved his robe and wore the colours of the House he served with pride the colours of Conreba.
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