A Day at Court
OOC: The gardens are the same ones that are shown when Cartagia comes out with his bloody hands to speak with Londo and Vir. I don’t have any pics this time…
The boat glides to a stop at the ferry dock next to the palace. A flawless set of white marble stairs lead to the hedges that mark the entrance to the imperial gardens.
Alexia steps from the ferry to the dock and grinning like a fool gently takes Tatyana’s hand to help her from the boat. He links his arm with hers and as they walk toward the stairs the human association of the Centauri man and a peacock seems to fit Alexia perfectly. There is an air of unending arrogance and pride about him that seems to shine nearly as bright as the morning sun. A smile spreads on his face and he comments
The best part of Arriving at court on the ferry is that you get to walk through the imperial gardens.
Walking slowly beside her as they ascend the stairs toward the main gardens. For Alexia these gardens were filled with memories of his childhood and the long lost happiness of his brother. It all seemed so long ago now. It was long ago by all accounts as it had been 16 years since he last walked in these gardens with his brother.
Alexia’s thoughts slowly turned melancholy as he wished Silvas and Valerie were here as well. He sighs heavily trying to hide the growing disappointment. Dread followed the disappointment. He knew his cousin would be at court. Glancing at Tatyana his eyes filled with a fearful sympathy. Alexia felt a measure of guilt for knowingly exposing her to his ruthless cousin.
After a short time the sight of the gilded doors that lead within the palace begins to lift his spirits. He was excited to introduce Tatyana to his close family despite his feelings toward the rest of them.
As they step through the door into the smaller of the two grand halls Alexia prepares for the façade he must wear in court. He had a feeling Tatyana wouldn’t much like the change but she was smart enough to know it was a ruse, at least he hoped so.
As they enter the main halls leading to the court there are numerous Centauri milling about, talking, conducting business and just socializing. A good number of the men scowl at Alexia or otherwise make it known by their demeanor that his presence is not welcome. Other men greet Alexia very jubilantly and it soon becomes obvious why. Most of the men that greet him bear guild gloves. Most of the women also greet Alexia. Nearly all of them openly flirting with him as they greet him and it appears quite a few habor a great deal of affection for him. Alexia tries to remain polite to them but has taken on an air of indifference or perhaps disinterest. Jealousy seems to hang heavy in the air from the men as well as the women who give Tatyana nasty looks and whisper among themselves.
Alexia hold Tatyana’s arm tightly to reassure her. He knew it was only a matter of time before someone said something to her or Great Maker forbid recognizes her from the Mars Colony. He takes a deep breath as they near the throne room and the less manageable and more predatory courtiers.
Lord Silas.
The voice catches Alexia’s attention and he turns to see Lady Samantha approaching them in a beautiful dress with a long gold train. With a polite and affectionate smile he takes her hand and kisses it. The kiss on her fingers makes her blush as he speaks motioning toward Tatyana.
Lady Samantha, I am sure you remember Lady Tatyana.
Samantha nods with a smile.
It is a pleasure to see you again my lady.
Alexia smiles and gives Tatyana a light kiss on the cheek as if to say. “Despite everyone else I still love you.” Smiling widely he takes Tatyana’s arm and whispers.
Are you ready to meet the Emperor?
Lady Samantha takes hold of his other arm and Alexia gets a little concerned though he tries to keep it from his expression. Thinking quickly he allows Samantha to keep hold of his arm and slides his other around Tatyana’s waist intimately. He gives Tatyana an admiring glance and whispers.
And Lady Samantha has said some of my extended family is here as well. Looks as though you are about to meet a few more people then I had imagined.
His words are very affectionate but odd because Lady Samantha has said nothing to Alexia since they arrived.
The boat glides to a stop at the ferry dock next to the palace. A flawless set of white marble stairs lead to the hedges that mark the entrance to the imperial gardens.
Alexia steps from the ferry to the dock and grinning like a fool gently takes Tatyana’s hand to help her from the boat. He links his arm with hers and as they walk toward the stairs the human association of the Centauri man and a peacock seems to fit Alexia perfectly. There is an air of unending arrogance and pride about him that seems to shine nearly as bright as the morning sun. A smile spreads on his face and he comments
The best part of Arriving at court on the ferry is that you get to walk through the imperial gardens.
Walking slowly beside her as they ascend the stairs toward the main gardens. For Alexia these gardens were filled with memories of his childhood and the long lost happiness of his brother. It all seemed so long ago now. It was long ago by all accounts as it had been 16 years since he last walked in these gardens with his brother.
Alexia’s thoughts slowly turned melancholy as he wished Silvas and Valerie were here as well. He sighs heavily trying to hide the growing disappointment. Dread followed the disappointment. He knew his cousin would be at court. Glancing at Tatyana his eyes filled with a fearful sympathy. Alexia felt a measure of guilt for knowingly exposing her to his ruthless cousin.
After a short time the sight of the gilded doors that lead within the palace begins to lift his spirits. He was excited to introduce Tatyana to his close family despite his feelings toward the rest of them.
As they step through the door into the smaller of the two grand halls Alexia prepares for the façade he must wear in court. He had a feeling Tatyana wouldn’t much like the change but she was smart enough to know it was a ruse, at least he hoped so.
As they enter the main halls leading to the court there are numerous Centauri milling about, talking, conducting business and just socializing. A good number of the men scowl at Alexia or otherwise make it known by their demeanor that his presence is not welcome. Other men greet Alexia very jubilantly and it soon becomes obvious why. Most of the men that greet him bear guild gloves. Most of the women also greet Alexia. Nearly all of them openly flirting with him as they greet him and it appears quite a few habor a great deal of affection for him. Alexia tries to remain polite to them but has taken on an air of indifference or perhaps disinterest. Jealousy seems to hang heavy in the air from the men as well as the women who give Tatyana nasty looks and whisper among themselves.
Alexia hold Tatyana’s arm tightly to reassure her. He knew it was only a matter of time before someone said something to her or Great Maker forbid recognizes her from the Mars Colony. He takes a deep breath as they near the throne room and the less manageable and more predatory courtiers.
Lord Silas.
The voice catches Alexia’s attention and he turns to see Lady Samantha approaching them in a beautiful dress with a long gold train. With a polite and affectionate smile he takes her hand and kisses it. The kiss on her fingers makes her blush as he speaks motioning toward Tatyana.
Lady Samantha, I am sure you remember Lady Tatyana.
Samantha nods with a smile.
It is a pleasure to see you again my lady.
Alexia smiles and gives Tatyana a light kiss on the cheek as if to say. “Despite everyone else I still love you.” Smiling widely he takes Tatyana’s arm and whispers.
Are you ready to meet the Emperor?
Lady Samantha takes hold of his other arm and Alexia gets a little concerned though he tries to keep it from his expression. Thinking quickly he allows Samantha to keep hold of his arm and slides his other around Tatyana’s waist intimately. He gives Tatyana an admiring glance and whispers.
And Lady Samantha has said some of my extended family is here as well. Looks as though you are about to meet a few more people then I had imagined.
His words are very affectionate but odd because Lady Samantha has said nothing to Alexia since they arrived.