The Next Generation

[Da_Emperors 1987]

 

 

 

The Next Generation

 

 

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15th of Owen’s Flame. Year of our Lord 1862

 

A memoir of the next generation of Orenians, Prince of Providence

 

For many decades since the times of Emperor Peter III, each generation has grown into pillars that our Empire has stood tall upon and shall continue to do so. 

 

In the past fifteen years the youth of the realm have taken the challenges we are faced by the scruff of the neck to answer those who would wish us great harm. We were born as if any other, but were tasked by the hands of fate to answer the call that was placed to us. And with any measure we have answered the call that was given. 

 

Our generation, those Orenians in our youth and early in our lives have seen family, friends, and neighbors take upon the defense of our lands and values. It is expected for a child from their parents to learn, to aid, and to contribute to the family and the land. And by God have the youth taken these words to heart. Efforts are applied to each front equally in times of war – to the supply chain of our Empire that equips our bravest, to the creation of art and luxurious items to be able to better our capability, and but of course to raise blade against any that would wish the death of our own. 

 

Thousands of our age have entered into industry to aid the efforts. From the creation of weaponry, to those who have tollied the fields and pastures, to those who created business to aid in the acquiring of various goods – We have answered the call when requested. One would look to shining examples of our generation such as Lady Sophie Pruvia ( @ncarr) and Lord Lucien Vuiller ( @HeyitsNano)  The efforts of those two as well as countless others have created and acquired enough arms and provisions to prepare many legions of brave men and women. 

 

Culture, arts, and fine luxurious goods are always in demand. The entirety of the realm has looked for such goods at the highest rates within decades. The youth have within a short frame of time learned what would take a lifetime while holding the same standard of quality that would be expected. Her Imperial Highness, Princess Catherine ( @AndrewTech) has held various auctions for her art that has brought hundreds to bid for the chance of ownership. Work so sought after the funds donated shocked the eyes of many. Lady Analiese d’Azor ( @PrincessSnowie) has created jewelry fit for royalty, gemstones cut with such luster and form that others could not compare, and items of such value that they are sought after with great desire. Hundreds of our own in their late teens and early twenties have answered the call – and aided in our efforts with such kind contributions.

 

And of course, battle. We were present at Southbridge. We were present at Destiny’s Tavern. We were present at New Providence, Karosgrad, Haverlock and countless other battles. The list of new Imperial State Soldiers is flooded with our generation that is prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. Free Companies, vassal state forces, amongst all other groups – we have stood amongst our seniors. Our voices are heard upon the fields of battle and they are heard to the defense of what we hold nearest to our hearts. 

 

Our generation has embraced the Orenian way. We hope the words, “One God, One Empire, One Emperor” within our hearts. We take our words and turn them into action. I believe that our generation is turning into an example of one that shall be told in the storybooks for many decades to come. May all of our youth find such courage and capability to arise to any challenge that God places before us.  Shall we continue to live our lives for our realm and our own. God bless and protect our realm.

 

His Imperial Highness, The Prince of Providence, Duke of Petra, Peter Augustus 

[Karrse 99]

Edmund d'Azor applauds the Orenian youth.

[Mannyy 982]

“Sophie look they’re talking about you!” The Count goes to show his friend, only to not find her anywhere!

[Axelu 4333]

The matured grand aunt of the Crown prince, The Dowager Countess of Temesch, had just finished a bout of sparring with her page Antony before she made her way into the familial apartments. Dame Helena Augusta reclined into the settee of the common room, sweat-laden and all, before she was proffered a copy of the memoir by the aforementioned youth. The princess, seventy-one summers old, often pondered her nation's youth - their potential and commitment. In Peter Augustus, she had faith; many would follow his example, forged and refined by Aster's grace. 

[Narthok 10416]

Manfred stares into his own reflection in a lake 

[HIGH_FIRE 5490]

Duncan upon reading the missive would smile getting up from his desk. He would then go look for his son @Nanowith a smile on his face passing him the missive. “Damned good work son, I’m very proud of you” He would say to him. 

[ncarr 2806]

1 hour ago, Da_Emperors said:

One would look to shining examples of our generation such as Lady Sophie Pruvia ( @ncarr)

 

The gaunt finger of the 'Shining Example', Sophie Pruvia, skimmed over the memoir with critical gaze. The fasting woman let out a weak laugh as she read on, her eyes narrowing on the mention of her own name, A shining example.. she echoed as her finger tapped her desk. She imagined herself as the light from a candle; the flame that sat atop the pillar of wax waved in the wind unrelenting. Though the courage and pride the fiery Provinois youth once had was snuffed out by the celebrations of others. It seemed like only yesterday she sat across from her mother and sister as they spoke to Empress Anastasia I..

 

-x-

 

Is there anything else you wish to ask me? asked the Empress, her grey eyes flickering about to each of the Pruvians. 

 

For my sister, Sophie, we wish to betroth her. To your son, The Prince of Providence. Spoke her sister then. The youngest of the Madames de Provins perked up then, her brows raised as the thought of such had only been a whisper until now. Her biggest dreams and ambitions uttered into fruition simple as that. 

 

All she had to say was Hm... 

 

-x-

 

Months later a new woman had seemingly materialized from no where. It wasn't only the her Pruvian competition who'd taken notice of such, but many others of the courts as the rumors spread like wild fire in the Aster Hall. Her candle had been put out by her Basridi foe. The Fiery Pruvian shined no more. 

[Sarmadonn 652]

Angus Baruch adjusted his wig, looking over to his good friend Sophie Pruvia, patting them on the back. "Ye' did it! Good work!"

[annabanana1014 2084]

Diana Vuiller would GASP as she saw Lucien on the missive! 

 

"Little one! So proud of you, next generation remain strong and do great things!"