The Birth of a Prince, 1933

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The Lady of Alba following the birth of her son

 

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The Lady of Alba, much to her discomfort, waddled up the winding stairs of the Hand of Horen. Accompanied by trusted guard, Gawyn Tiber, and Father Mikhael, the Lady of Alba finally made her way to her chambers near the spire’s highest floor. Soon thereafter, upon the realization that the sickness that had plagued the Crown Princess for months prior was, in fact, a much awaited pregnancy. 

 

Upon such a realization many of the King’s advisors and the Lady Alba’s own ladies in waiting were swiftly called to the palace, namely Lady Isabella Varoche- the crown princess’ closest confidant. After what seemed to be days the babe was born, much to the excitement of those present, a boy was presented to them. 

 

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By Her Royal Highness Adela of High Peak, Lady of Alba;

 

To all whom these presents shall come, we greet you.

 

It has pleased the goodness of Almighty God, of his infinite mercy and grace, to send unto Us at this time, the deliverance and bringing of a Prince to the world, to the great joy and comfort of my Lord Alba; to whom We give great thanks for his inestimable kindness unto Us at this time as our Rock and most undoubtedly beloved husband, who We most humbly show our heart to in this time of great pleasure and celebration.

 

By these letters, therefore, We advertise and proclaim that our son shall be given the name  EDMUND ALEXANDER and that we pray unto Almighty God for his safekeeping, good health, prosperity, and preservation of the Prince.

 

Given under our Seal at the Hand of Horen, Witnessed by Us and Isabella Varoche on the 25th day of Horen’s Calling.

 

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WITH GREAT ELATION,

 

Her Royal Highness, Adela of High Peak, 

the Lady of Alba; Crown Princess consort of Aaun

 

Confirmed by;

Lady Isabella Fiorel of Varoche

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Lady Isabella's countenance brimmed with a profound sense of pride and elation as her eyes descended upon her cherished friend and the newly arrived cherub, whom she had gracefully welcomed into the realm of existence.