French Court (IC Thread)

**GeneralHankerchief** · 04-23-2008, 12:10

Prince Louis:

Do not doubt my military acumen, Marquess. In case you have forgotten, I have participated in numerous successful campaigns, most notably the invasion of England itself, time and time again demonstrating that I can keep myself as well as other nobles out of danger.

**rossahh** · 04-23-2008, 13:04

Baron Arnoud stands

Please, my prince, the Marquess only meant that with threat of Gascony striking from the west, France's eastern front with the Holy Roman Empire could collapse to the ruin of us all. We do not wish our prince to be stranded and alone in the Reich's territory.

**gibsonsg91921** · 04-23-2008, 13:05

Bah! The petty House Gascon shall learn what the noble House Anjou does to traitors.

**deguerra** · 04-23-2008, 13:28

Michiel looks up from his bored stupor and asks sarcastically

It hurls petty insults at them?

**The Lemongate** · 04-23-2008, 14:06

Without bothering to turn around, a look of contempt on his face, the Marquess says:

"You were silent a minute ago Baronet. It suited you. Unless of course you have an enlightening point of view on the Moorish situation? Are Moslems on the offensive again? Hmmm? If so, you should hasten to call back your lord and his cronies so they can fight off this mighty threat!"

**Ramses II CP** · 04-23-2008, 14:32

Rising again the King quirks an eyebrow at Count de Lyon and speaks lightheartedly.

You have somehow managed to completely misapprehend the situation once again good Count. I and my royal army will march for Staufen, on the German front, immediately. The Chancellor holds no sway over the men of my command.

It would be terribly unfortunate if, along the way to Staufen, I and my army encountered fighting between Frenchmen. I truly cannot predict what the consequences would be.

I will remind you all, gentlemen, to keep a civil tone in these chambers. Casting aspersions at my daughter will no longer be tolerated and men who test my resolve on that may find themselves banned from speaking in this chamber.

The King's tone darkens at the end of his speech, and his gazes come squarely back to Count de Lyon.

**Privateerkev** · 04-23-2008, 14:40

An amused look crosses the Count's face.

So all your talk about serving all of France was just talk eh? And here I thought you were sincere...

As for aspersions on your daughter, I cast none. It is not her fault her husband prefers young Nubian flesh. The man loves to keep pointing out my "preferences" yet can't stand having his own "desires" examined. If she feels dishonored, then I say it is her husband that has dishonored her. Why should I be blamed every time he corners one of his "maids" in the chambers?

If a noble can be banned for speaking the truth about another noble, then it is indeed a dark day in French history.

I've never hidden who I am. It is a shame others have to hide who they are behind facades of God and Chivalry.

**The Lemongate** · 04-23-2008, 14:56

"Guillemot, had alcohol not deluded your senses, your words might carry some weight. But your persistance to bring up hearsay and make baseless accusations at the Court are a waste of time. I understand your pain. A warrior who spends years away from the front drinking and bedding lesser women might bear a grudge to more fortunate fellows. But making a fool of yourself will not improve your situation.

Now if anyone had anything constructive to say..."

**Privateerkev** · 04-23-2008, 15:04

The Count just smiles at the Marquess.

Baseless? I've done some checking and you have a "reputation" among certain circles that rivals my own. It's a pretty good reputation too. Apparently your stamina is renowned throughout Paris's more colorful districts. I didn't know you had it in you, you old goat.

I'm impressed...

As for alcohol, you'll notice there is no smell left in my clothes. I tried those tips you gave me last night and they worked... wonderfully. You have my gratitude...