Conseil du Royaume

**OverKnight** · 08-10-2009, 11:08

Hugues rubs the bridge of his nose.

Well, perhaps what we need is a really tremendous catapult. Something that could fling Chevalier de Rochefort a great distance. . .for the purpose of transporting him over English lands of course.

**Andres** · 08-10-2009, 11:16

Thierry bows towards the King.

Thank you for addressing my concerns, mylord.

If my Duke allows it, I'd be honored to help you with capturing Bruges, be it to watch and learn under your command or as the commanding officer of your army; whatever suits you best.

Thierry then turns his head towards Duke de Champagne, a calm expression on his face and his eyes cold as ice.

Funny, Duke de Champagne, really funny.

Maybe one day I will give you the honor of being the first test subject of such a device. I'll try to make sure your body doesn't get reduced into a bloody pulp.

**OverKnight** · 08-10-2009, 11:24

Hugues laughs.

I thought smashing tankards over the heads of unsuspecting men was more your style Chevalier.

**Andres** · 08-10-2009, 11:30

Thierry smiles at de Champagne.

Only idiots don't watch their backs, Duke de Champagne.

**AussieGiant** · 08-10-2009, 12:04

Turning to Hugues.

"I told you before Duc de Champagne.

He bites, so apologies in advance."

**Ignoramus** · 08-10-2009, 12:28

In response to his sovereign's words, Gaspards rises to speak.

"Mon Roi, forgive mon lack of deference. It is a sore point with me to pay for lands which should be ours by right. It shall be a pleasure charging into the thick of a melee in your name. When the time comes, you will not find me lacking against le Anglais!"

**Marcus Agrippa** · 08-10-2009, 13:20

I second Edict 1.11 also.
The kings word is law.

**ULC** · 08-10-2009, 13:25

Gaetan's eye's narrow at Thierry's words.

"Only fools do not watch their tongues, de Rochefort"

**Andres** · 08-10-2009, 13:38

Thierry stares back at Gaethan.

You should watch yours closely Gaethan, if you don't want to find it on your plate for diner.

Thierry looks at the King and then stares back at Gaethan.

But maybe we should continue our discussion about extravagant gastronomy another time.

**Ramses II CP** · 08-10-2009, 13:45

Prince Louis bows his head before the King's advice and issues his amendment so changed:

Amendment 1.2 The nation of France does not acknowledge the authority or existence of heathen nations. As such no diplomatic agreements of any kind are permitted with Muslim factions, and nobles shall have the right to petition the King for a declaration of war at any provocation from the heathens, most especially including the tresspass of agents or armies onto French soil.

I also second edict 1.11 (As altered).

I see that the matter of de Neufville's nonsesnse has been resolved to the King's evident satisfaction, and so I withdraw my complaint. Be warned though (The Prince pauses to glare at Gaspard and Beretin as his voices hardens) that further abridgements of propriety will not be met so lightly for my part. We are not a sty full of squabbling pigs but a noble body, and it is our obligation to observe the natural chain of authority. History is littered with states which failed due to rebelliousness and a lack of respect for authority. The Frankish people do not deserve to be allowed to fall into such vile ignominy.

I will not allow it! No matter the cost.

As soon as he returns to his seat the Prince's face clears of anger, however, and on seeing Duke de Rohan's thwacking of the page's bottom he gives the man an appreciative nod.