HearsayofHansetiRuska 521 Popular Post Share Posted September 4, 2022 “A REVISITATION - ROZIK I VE KORTZ” And so it continues. The Hearsay of Hanseti-Ruska Edition XV Tov ag Yermey, 441 ES The time between our last editions has steadied to a consistent ten years, far too long for this author’s satisfaction. I had hoped that my last edition would spurg the populace into action. Are you all still so pleased with your inactivity, your lack of substance? Quite the drolling affair, pulling substance from an empty barrel to entertain the masses. You are lucky, dear reader, that I am of the generous sort. A ROYAL UNION IN TURMOIL ~ It is most intriguing that this writer must report on the ruling couple so publicly, but it seems they themselves have little regard in keeping their private life just that, private. Many a courtier has been abuzz with gossip, whispers bouncing throughout the halls of the newly constructed Morrivi Prikaz, all of which lowly murmur of the turmoil brewing between His and Her Royal Majesty. It is not unusual for strife to become prevalent amongst the royal union, as we have seen many a king and queen suffer a clash of opinions, but there has been such a drastic change in the relationship between the patriarch of Barbanov and his bride, that this writer must wonder, has a certain flaxen-haired vas Ruthern finally clawed the King from his marital bed? This writer must inquire how one could claim the royal matrimony was one made out of love, as the actions of the King and Queen simply do reflect they have pure dislike for one another. All four of their children reflect the poor behaviors exhibited by the parents, showcasing a perfect example of how a souring relationship can ruin the flourishing fruit. It saddens the writer to see a once hopeful royal family brought to wreckage purely because love isn’t enough. A BRIDELESS BARUCH ~ Matyas Baruch, recently knighted by His Royal Majesty, has had the longest engagement that this writer has ever seen. In his youth, the young Ser was reportedly betrothed to a common Rutledge woman, one such lady who the city of Karosgrad has never seen again! It’s certainly a curiosity as to why Ser Baruch never chose to take a wife, or as to why his betrothed abandoned him in the first place. Many a rumor has reached this author's ears, murmuring that the reason Miss. Rutledge abandoned her engagement with Ser Matyas, was due to the fact she discovered an illicit affair between Ser Matyas and the late Konstanz Barclay! The two were extremely close, and the Ser Matyas has grieved for the late Konstanz more than he did his own mother, repeatedly growing teary-eyed whenever the deceased Barclay is mentioned in conversation. A CRAVING FOR A BARBANOV ~ Affection seems to be in the air as many young suitors finally reach the age of majority and begin the arduous search for a bride or groom. Disastrously, this writer can’t help but notice the lack of males in this next breed. You’d think last generation would be worse with Baruch only being of female stock, but this Lifstala will have an almost three women to one man ratio! Unluckily for Prince Georg Sigismund, the Heir to the Kingdom, this means that triple the amount of women fending for the title of Queen are already grappling at him. Many have seen him lingering in dark hallways with strange women. Surprisingly, most are notably grotesque and of low birth - the opposite of a fit bride for the kingdom. Perchance this is his way of coping or getting back at his parents for being lackluster with their emotions. However, the author must shame two specific women for taking advantage of a kind and generous boy, especially before Lifstala or outside of the Juliyafest celebrations. Both have publicly referred to him as ‘their love’ or ‘their prince’ as if staking a claim. The first being a lowly bastard of an unfaithful Duke, Viorica Barrow. She may seem sweet, but the girl is the complete opposite. Having been seen around the sneaky and conniving Austina Aldersberg, the pair must be up to no good as they continue to plot. Secondly, a Kortrevich named Esfir. She is a much more suitable match, being the eldest of the Viscount and heir. Yet, her hair and features age dramatically each day. By their wedding day she might as well be a bag of bones! (Not to mention, she would be utterly destroying her house in the process.) THE VAR RUTHERN RACE ~ It seems that His Serene Highness is not the only member of the Barbanov brood to be so aggressively pursued, as whatever qualities our charming heir possesses has also been passed onto his young sister, Her Royal Highness Analiesa. Since childhood, the princess has been swarmed by two suitors in particular, being the twin brothers Ruthern. Aleksandr var Ruthern, Baron of Rostig, and his twin brother, Vladimir, dubbed ‘the Valiant’ by Her Royal Highness. They have been in a contest of wits to win the affection of our dear princess. Being the only daughter of the King and Queen, it’s no wonder that the lords of Haense are so desperate to secure a marriage with the Barbanov-Bihar family, and that is most definitely what the Rutherns display - desperation. The two brothers have come to blows more than once fighting over the princess, one may even notice a thin scar prevalent upon the cheek of Vladimir, one such given to him during a particularly nasty altercation with his brother. Many of my doves have overheard the princess speaking of such an occasion, claiming that this scar was left by the pin of a brooch - a beautiful piece of jewelry, still covered in blood, that Aleksandr gifted to her following the brutal physical fight. Some years before, during the tourney to name a new grand champion of Karosgrad, the Ducal mother overheard of her two boys intentions to court the Princess. Within earshot of the Duchess, Her Royal Highness boasted about how Vladimir had hand-crafted her a string of pearls, a necklace that she was wearing proudly and showing off to all of her close friends. Her Grace, Duchess Margrait, immediately uprooted herself from her seat and burst into the royal box, to which she began reprimanding Her Royal Majesty, the Queen. Her Grace demanded that either a betrothal be made between the princess and one of her two sons, or that Princess Analiesa cease her entertainment of the two young lords immediately. Her Royal Majesty immediately denied any notions of betrothal, and instead, saw it fit to begin slinging insults. She slyly slipped into conversation a comment regarding Duchess Margrait’s husband, inquiring if she were worried that her sons may turn out just like their father - a dog. Her Grace retorted in kind, asking the Queen if she were aware of her own husband's infidelity - having witnessed a night of passion between His Royal Majesty and a common artist from Karosgrad, within her own very bed chambers! This writer recalls her works with certainty, and it was not unfamiliar for her to have to pluck her quill from its ink to write of the latest scandal concerning King Karl’s love life. One may remember how he was so publicly intertwined with the ‘Vixen of Karosgrad’, her Royal Majesties closest of friends. Could he have betrayed the Queen’s trust? Did he simply… settle for the next best thing? He claims not, having ridden to the keep of Vidaus to face Duchess Margrait and her accusations, after being confronted by his own daughter in floods of tears! My doves report that it was certainly a sight to see, with King Karl standing atop the drawbridge on the back of his steed, barking down to the Duchess that those in glass houses, must not throw stones. He defended both the honor of his wife, and his daughter. With such shameful displays thrown into the open courts for all to see, this writer does not foresee a betrothal occurring before Lifstala anytime soon. Only time will tell if further suitors for the young princess reveal themselves from the woodwork. WHERE HAVE ALL THE FATHERS GONE? ~ One must ask, why are the daughters tasteless and the sons vulgar within the upcoming generation? Some may blame the late Dorothea for being inattentive in her education of the minors, but I dear reader, know the legitimate root of this dramatic issue. The writer has noticed the overall lack in masculinity throughout our kingdom, but it all began before this generation was ever sired. If you open your eyes you’ll notice the little details, like Bishop Maya’s husband Dmitry always on a hunting trip or the Duchess of Valwyck’s consort forever working and never devoting time to his children. This is not simply an issue found in the lands to the North and East of Karosgrad, but everywhere. Where is the Duchess of Reinmar’s husband? Or even the King of Haense? For all one knows the men are vanishing for long periods of time to smoke and play cards at best, but at worst? This author can only imagine… maybe they have issues with taking commands from powerful women so they are merely ignoring everyone in demonstration of their crude manliness! One thing is for sure though, a family cannot only be raised by a woman. In conclusion, dearest readers, our city is awash with the impetuosity of our higher class citizens. In previous generations, surly melodramas were common, but unlike our current brood of out-of-order delinquents. Seemingly no one learned of a little thing called ‘patience’. Gone are the days of tactful smiles and carefully worded compliments - instead we face brash, unyielding courtiers with little regard for houses reputation. I dear reader, plan to set you right. Brush up on your etiquette dearest lords and ladies, for you are as expendable as my feathered quill. An ornate wooden box would be publicly located under the steps of the Morrivi staircase. When opened, one would see freshly printed sheets with the magnificent title of ‘HEARSAY’ on top. 38 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shay 2200 Share Posted September 4, 2022 "Perhaps it is time to pay Angelika a visit" muttered the Haeseni Queen before reverting her attention to a room full of irritable courtiers 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
1_Language_1 1671 Share Posted September 4, 2022 3 minutes ago, HearsayofHansetiRuska said: A BRIDELESS BARUCH ~ Matyas Baruch, recently knighted by His Royal Majesty, has had the longest engagement that this writer has ever seen. In his youth, the young Ser was reportedly betrothed to a common Rutledge woman, one such lady who the city of Karosgrad has never seen again! It’s certainly a curiosity as to why Ser Baruch never chose to take a wife, or as to why his betrothed abandoned him in the first place. Many a rumor has reached this author's ears, murmuring that the reason Miss. Rutledge abandoned her engagement with Ser Matyas, was due to the fact she discovered an illicit affair between Ser Matyas and the late Konstanz Barclay! The two were extremely close, and the Ser Matyas has grieved for the late Konstanz more than he did his own mother, repeatedly growing teary-eyed whenever the deceased Barclay is mentioned in conversation. Ser Abraham holds a thumbs up, his daughter Lucia Rutledge had managed to get the family name in the hearsay paper. Despite their estrangement as father-daughter, he was still proud of her. As for Matyas, though... "I hope Matyas fills in well as my replacement, that's why I voted him into the knight's table. He's my replacement, dammit. He better not mess this up." 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarahbarah 5023 Share Posted September 4, 2022 "Ah . . that's - But I've never . ." The Barrow girl softly emitted that meager, broken phrase - unable to muster any other whilst tucking the missive away into one of the corners of her room. She quietly wept, perhaps believing her father to be right. Trusting others was unwise. She was only a bastard, after all. 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
zuziee 3223 Share Posted September 4, 2022 Austina ran to Viorica, sobbing dramatically in her Baroness fashion “It’s your fault we are in the Hearsay! You have to stop talking to that PRINCE!!” Then shoving gloves, as promised, into her friends palm. 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phersades 1165 Share Posted September 4, 2022 The firress Rutledge, once Deputy Surgeon of the St Amyas hospital, read over the paper with a raised brow.. She had decided to take a moment from her time of packing to read the latest edition.. She rolled her eyes at the language used about her and her once beloved Baruch, but upon getting to the affair bit, she burst out into laughter "Oh no no! That would have been so much better though Pfft! Haha!"Nikolai Mikhail read through the paper as well, getting to the part about his heiress.. The Viscount had grown tired of the public, finding them spoiled and awfully gossipy- though he kept up regardless as it was a subtle duty. "Honestly.. ea do niet know why Esfir's hair turned out like that... Nobody else's did. It reminds eam a bit of Isabel" He commented about the deceased Mondblume as he set the paper down and set it aside "Well should Esfir chose one or the other, we have already made our plans should something go in a different direction.. It is funny how we can save a house from absolute death and somehow it still not be good enough, they always see that in their future regardless. Esfir is a good girl, nie? " He asked his wife as she walked into the room "She will make the decision that makes her happiest should it come down to it, right?" @dove He also thought some of the parentless bit, thankful for the discussions he had with his children. Sharing Heirlooms and taking them on trips, hugging them and letting them know how much he loved them no matter what. He made sure to let them know that everything he did, he did for them and only them. They were proud of him, and he of them. That was enough for him, that was all the approval he needed. 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
marslol 672 Share Posted September 4, 2022 Hurriedly scampering to her desk within the Aulic Envoy's office, Esfir Kortrevich unfurled the latest edition of Ve Hearsay - only having gotten back from her Baliani trip. Unclasping a hand mirror, an awkward hand touched her pale cheeks and threaded her silver locks with a troubled frown. ". . . ea wonder if Mamej has any hair dye." 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Itz_Cookie 1735 Share Posted September 4, 2022 "What a mind this writer has." Viktoriya commented reading a copy of the Hearsay during her daily ride around Reinmar. However she couldn't help but laugh at the unfortunate comments made of her family, especially those of the Ser and late Baron. 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tcs_tonsils_ 2829 Share Posted September 4, 2022 “The lowly Hearsay of Haense.” A Savoyard chuckled some as he scanned the missive. “It is indeed funny to see all the people lusting after the Prince- seems they missed a key few.” He then folded he missive and placed it in his bookshelf. “Truly shocked that I was not mentioned once with everything that has happened throughout the last few weeks. Oh well, their loss.” 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CopOwl 1668 Share Posted September 4, 2022 Countess Adele Ludovar smiles in satisfaction that neither she nor her children have done anything outlandish enough to draw the attention of the Mistress of Whispers. At last, her politely mild manners are paying off as her House's reputation remains steadfast, no longer subject to such a trashing as they endured under her father's tenure. Alas, she smiles in sympathy for Duchess Ruthern and the Grand Prince's endeavors recounted in the Edition. And finally, she grins to herself and notes it down her correct prediction. That of the return of Hearsay detailed in the most recent publishing of her passion project - The Kortrevich Bull Post. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xarkly 12618 Share Posted September 4, 2022 31 minutes ago, HearsayofHansetiRuska said: Where is the Duchess of Reinmar’s husband? "doing your mamej " say vanhart 18 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
_mady07 1105 Share Posted September 5, 2022 [!] Emèlie Ada Rousile GASPED, rushing straight for her posse Upon finding Viorica Barrow @sarahbarah and Analiesa @PerfectlyPeachyshe'd exclaim "They didn't even know what they were saying, I mean look at you and Georg, you two are good friends, nothing was ill of intent! - and Analiesa, you already have the boys viding over you both. I think they're just jealous of the beauty you both have." The young Falstaff claimed with a frown "I didn't even get mentioned so they've obviously been behind." She stated with a bobble of her head 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sondher 759 Share Posted September 5, 2022 (edited) "Nie, nie. They have a point, there is an alarming lack of papej's," The scruffy Ruthern, Nastasiya, commented, jabbing a calloused finger towards the article she referred to. Edited September 5, 2022 by sondher 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
garentoft 8353 Share Posted September 5, 2022 Matyas Ludovar, Count-Consort of Otistadt, does a line of snow...? to celebrate that he went unmentioned on the topic of absent fathers. 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaijenStars 967 Share Posted September 5, 2022 sitting on the edge of the dock with his fishing rod, the young Jakob Vernhart shook his head with a deep sigh. He looked to the sky and wondered by himself "How can we save our people when the roots of toxicity run so deep and hide so well between our ranks?" he asked himself before a feeling of nausea took over him, he quickly collected his tools and went back to his house to rest. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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