Renewed Alliance with Xexoria

[Kahlan Lothair]

What a predicament. Theoren half sat half leaned on the countertop with his rapier lying across his knees, a whetstone in his hands. It was a beautiful sword. White gold in color, not a chip in it, a silver and bone gilded handle... he adored it. He kept it in wonderful condition. He only wished that there were some situations that could be smoothed over with a whetstone. Would make life a lot easier, wouldn't it? He was bodyguard to one, spymaster to the other. Business was better than it ever had been under that old fool Gris-gris. Still... he was backing himself into some pretty tight corners involving himself in these kinds of politics. The mute bartender Antoine slid his boss a whiskey on the rocks. Theo smiled his appreciation. It must be nice(C)-
Theo: - for Antoine to have a night off now and again. The tables were all intact, the taps were all plugged. The lights were slightly dim and for once the place didn't stink with the usual filth from Ayenee's South Block that seemed to cluster in here. The sign on the door said "Closed for Renovations", but what it really meant was the Guild had business. Theo didn't like using the gardens or the actual estate for such business, so he let the front of the tavern do the job of playing host for him. The candles were all lit, and a soft flamencan tango played over the hidden speakers. A bottle of merlot in an ice containor sat out for the leaders of the three countries come to gather here. Even Theo himself was decked out in silk and pressed pants instead of a sailor's outfit today.(C)-
Theo: - Theo, you're a regular debutante, now. He and Antoine looked nervously at each other, wondering what would come of this little meeting... but really... it was of no consequence to them, was it? Theo went back to his sword.(F)-

Zander he materalizes into a chair his crimson robes hanging about him softly. He nod over to Theo and sets his staff to lean against the table he is closest too. His sparkling blue eyes slowly take in the tavern as he waits for the others to arrive.

-High Queen- Kahlan Lothair She arrives shortly after Zander. However in a far different fashion. She pulls in the reigns of her horse and slides off the back of the beast giving it a reassuring pat. She looks around for a moment to make sure no one was around and feeling further than sight can allow with her power. No one watching. Good. She slid into the tavern and glances up. Theo on the bar and whom she could only assume to be Zander sitting at a table. She reaches up with a slender hand and pulls back the black cloak hood concealing her identity. Rich fiery gold hair is held back by a single tie and a silvery coronet rests atop her head made of beautifully done celtic knotwork. She glances to Theo with a smile and without another thought she pulls her cloak off and tosses it onto a hook. <C>
-High Queen- Kahlan Lothair She makes sure the door is closed before stepping further into the light. Her hair sparkles when she makes it into the light, giving her an otherworldly appearance. It had been a short time since she gave birth and it still pained her, however this was the first time for Theo to see her not pregnant. She wears a long flowing dress of green silk with off the shoulder bell sleeves. The corset top of the dress pulls everything together and around her slender pale neck is a single necklace with the emblem of Ulster upon the medallion. She walks further into the room, seeming to draw from the fire of the candles. Though she looks pale she seems to shimmer slightly. If she was in any pain it wouldnt be evident to anyone in the room. Her face is an emotionless mask. <C>
-High Queen- Kahlan Lothair Her brilliant grey green eyes fall upon the form of Zander. She turns her form towards him and nods her head as a gesture of respect. "You must be the one and only Zander Morwrath of Xexoria. Well met. I am Kahlan Lothair of Ulster." She says and extends a hand towards him, her voice rich with an Irish accent. She smiles, her hand delicate and thin but her grip when he took her hand would be surprisingly strong. A delicate flower she may look, but delicacy often hid the bite she could make if prompted. <E>

Sir Jason Jason Guardiana, now official Supreme Chancellor of Prompt, (against his will) Strides into the tavern off of his strong white warhourse. He wore his sky Blue Half-plate armor, with the Silver Falcon Flanked by A Sword and Wand on the chest plate. His blade, and his fathers blade, the Chaos Breaker, was sheathed on his right side. His long black hair was in his eyes again, and he brushed it out of his way, he seemed agitated and in a hurry as he burst into the room, "Kahlan?! Is Queen Kahlan alright?" He sees her and sighs with relief. "Thank Illmater your alright, when I heard Ulster had a revolt I feared the worst." He says and collapses at the bar, staring hard at Kahlan in relief. He drove his mount to exhaustion in getting here, and at one point a mount had collapsed and he had <c>
Sir Jason run to the nearest stable to get a replacement.<d, pic on profile>
Zander he stands and takes Kahlan's hand bowing over it he kisses her knuckles softly." A pleasure to meet you I am sure.." He smiles and pulls a seat out across from his for her to sit in.

Theo: -He grinned to Zander and shot an imaginary gun at his new benefactor's head in jest. He always made a flashy entrance. Theo liked that in a partner. Zander had style. And it was also right neighborly of him not to try to blow Theo up. After all, it was only just recently that Theo had ended the contract the Guild had on his head. Right neighborly indeed. It was Kahlan's entrance, however, that warrented him to put down the whetstone and reshealth the sword. She looked a lot better without the added weight of pregnancy. And he looked a lot better without her blood covering his arms and shirt, come to think of it. He swore, to himself, on his father's grave he would never deliver a baby ever again. Ghastly experience... probably not so(C)-
Theo: -thrilling for her either. He caught the cloak before she could hang it and did the honor for her. "Good t'see you chere. Ya look better wit'out all dat blood. Red, it really ain't your color." He chided and offered her the chair and wine. Jason's... loud... entrance caused him to turn with a perked brow, fire red hair falling into his eyes and over the tattoo that matched the ensignia on the door outside. "Whoa... calm down pup. De lady's in de best of hands... I assure you." He said, giving Kahlan's shoulders a quick squeeze and throing in a cavalier wink before heading back over to the bar towards the towering and ever silent Antoine. Interesting bunch... he'd give them that. (F)-

Zander he bows over Kahlan's hand and kisses her knuckles lightly. " A pleasure to meet you M'lady I am sure." He pulls out a seat for her to sit in across from hers and chuckles slightly at Theos's remarks. He nods at Jason and slips back over to his own seat settling in it contently. He taps on the table momentarily then glances at Khalan." So what is it we should discuss?"

-High Queen- Kahlan Lothair Her eyes settle upon Jason and she smiles simply, letting Theo speak for her. Her attention soon turns upon Zander. Her gaze at once riveting and raptor-like. She smiles vaguely before settling into ease in her seat. Long slender fingers lacing together in front of her as she rests on her elbows. "I have long been an ally of Xexoria. Through the Benglasse(sp?) rule. I was recently made aware that there was a change of power and that the state of Xexoria had new rule. It has long been custom that a ruler is notified of this, is it not Lord Zander?" She asks as she settles back in her chair. Gesturing with her right hand. "I was in the land of Avalon recently for the protection of myself and my newly born daughter. Upon which terms I give my utmost gratitude to Theoren." <C>
-High Queen- Kahlan Lothair She flashes a smile to Theo and then settles her gaze back upon Zander. "I like to know who my allies are. You may also be unaware of the circumstances of alliance between Ulster and Xexoria. I ask for your presence to clear these matters up. If you wish further correspondence between Ulster and Xexoria." Her voice is soft and as she finishes she rests her head on her hand. There are no alterior motives and she is frank. Something that many leaders may have in such situations. <E>

Sir Jason Jason sighed, and laid his head back. "So, Xexoria holds the main place of meetings...again!" he says with a sigh and says to Theo, "Ahh, Coranian Spiced Wine please."

[Kahlan Lothair]

Zander he smiles clamly at Jason and turns his attentions back to Kahlan." I would have contacted you but I was not aware of who you are. Some of my advisors did not see it fit to tell me who all of Xexorias former allies are. But I would like to review the terms of alliance and set up new ones should it be appropriate." he smiles softly and leans back slightly in his chair.

Theo: -He took a page out of Antoine's book and kept his mouth shut. Less was more in this case. Better to just soak in what was going on. Zander was being hisself- a rougish kind of guy, but perhaps just dignified enough to be the ruler of an entire kingdom. Kahlan...well, the lady had this down pat. She had all the grace and elegance of an empress, despite her fatigue and her current personal and global problems. He had to hand it to her for her perserverance there. Theo could afford his casual smartalek lifestyle. He technically owned a bar, but of course, ask any bum with a forty on the street, they'd tell ya exactly how much of Ayenee he had his claws in. But he never talked about that much. Played things closer to the vest than most. He spent his (C)-
Theo: -long nights dancing, wooing, stealing, and otherwise living how everyone else in the world would kill to live like. Such was the way of the mafia, he supposed. He took his place leaning against the bar with his arms folded, listening. The mention of that baby... the one Theo was hiding for her. "What can I say, beb. I'm good wit' kids." He smiled slightly, a devil's glint in his eyes. He wanted to tell her that she could repay him later but bit his tongue. Antoine knew his boss' mind like no other, surprising for a mute. He elbowed Theo in the back and they exchanged a wicked glance and tried not to laugh. This was a serious discussion, but he was waiting for one of them to slip and goof around. The order for the drink went through to Theo.(C)-
Theo: - He wasn't used to getting drink orders. He owned the bar he didn't run it. He was almost insulted. Antoine patted his shoulder as if to say, it's ok boss. I got it. The large tattooed, tongueless man brought Jason his drink as quickly as he could make it. (F)-

-High Queen- Kahlan Lothair She glances towards Zander and then smiles. "I think that is pertinent to the situation at hand." She says before sitting back and resting her hands on her belly. A habit she has yet to rid herself of, but it doesnt look strange. She looks to Theo and smiles appreciatively. A few loosely curled tendrils of fiery gold hair have fallen free of the tie that confines her hair and they idly brush against the smooth skin of her cheek. "Shall I dictate to you the circumstances upon which Ulster allied with Xexoria?" She asks with a slight tilt of her head. She was an unconventional leader but knew her business well. She was not a mage by trade but had enough power about her and a few hidden talents in the wizardly arts. Much to the respect of Theo, hidden.

Zander he smiles." Please do tell me the Terms of Agreement.


-High Queen- Kahlan Lothair She nods slightly and leans forward slightly to rest her head on her hands. "Ulster allied with Xexoria under the circumstance that we would be trade parteners as well as get aide from Xexoria should we ever need it. Ulster was at the time incapable of offering military aide and still is at this point in time." She smiles to the mute Antoine and asks for a glass of water and then carrying on. "Ulster is not to be called upon for military aide and we will still supply the steel, grains, pottery, gems, and cavalry horses. We would like to continue sending people to work in Xexoria and likewise that is as much available to Xexorians. What are your terms to add or scratch from this agreement?" She asks with a tilt of her head. Her eyes so riveting that they seem to bore into flesh.
Zander: : he ponders to himself for a moment." I will keep the aggreement as is on one conditions." he smiles." You accpet a contigent of Soldiers from Xexoria to use as your own intill you have enough to be militarily ready. This Contigent will include 1000 footmen 10 war mages and 2 golems. One Diamond one Iron. Are these terms acceptable?"

-High Queen- Kahlan Lothair She nods with a smile. "They are very acceptable. As long as your golems keep to themselves and dont scare the wits out of my people." As an afterthought she adds. "Oh and I do have one War Wizard. He is at the head of Ulsters growing Army of Mages and Wizards. These terms are acceptable as long as you, Lord Zander do not pose a threat to me or mine. I will do nothing against you or yours. In fact I turned away several trying to sway me against Xexoria. As long as you are leader these will be the circumstances. Is that understood?"
Zander he nods." Perfectly acceptable and the golems are quite intelligent I enchanted them myself and all the golems I made are Sentient. They can hold Intelligent converstions and perform quite complex Stratagems." he smiles softly.
-High Queen- Kahlan Lothair She nods and extends her hand across the table to him. "I agree with your terms Zander, and you prove to agree to mine. Now shall we make this deal final?" She asks with her eyes looking into his.
Zander he takes her hand and shakes it firmly." Well now that this is taken care of...I really must seek my rest I have not slept for about a month and Even Elementals need to rest sometimes." he grins and stands bowing to her slightly and nodding to theo.
Theo nods and such... blah
-High Queen- Kahlan Lothair Rises from her seat with a nod. She moves over to where Theo is, intent on getting to her baby once more. She smiles her thanks to Zander. "Thank you for meeting with me Zander. May Xexoria prosper."
Zander he smiles." Thank you as well and May Ulster Propser as well." there is a sudden gust in the room and Zander seems to melt and float away with it. His now airy body sailing through the cracks and floating off into the currents in the sky.