IN THE GARDEN OF SUN AND SILENCE

[sanriu 734]

Penned by

Lady Adelaide of Artois and Lord Faustin
9th of the First Seed S.A. 2038

 

                            

Thou art certain?” He asked, his voice low, his hand resting lightly at her wrist.

Adelaide’s gaze did not waver. “I am,” she said. “And have been for some time.”
 

No more was needed. The sky, heavy with twilight, bore witness as they stood together, still and solemn, yet sure. The sun, slipping behind the hills, cast its last light upon them like a benediction. Around them, the world hushed. There was no love of flourish or song, but one forged quiet and steadfast, like a flame banked against the wind.

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Faustin and Adelaide in Castle Waldemar, illustrated S.A. 2035, by Kaba Halcourt

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Into the garden where sun and silence shall meet, and two souls shall be bound together under the sacred rite. It shall be known to all realms and vassals near and far that Lord Faustin of Drusco and Lady Adelaide of Artois shall be declaring their union in matrimony, which will be sealed beneath God’s gaze and the laws of noble house and land.

The ceremony shall take place beneath the setting sun, within the walls of Castle Waldemer, where lilies shall bloom and banners may fall in the twilight hues.

 

Select vassals, allies, and companions are called to bear witness to this bond.

 

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Spoiler

(( OOC: JULY 25TH | 5PM EST ))

ITINERARY

 

I. NUPTIAL RITE

Under twilight's hush, Lord Faustin and Lady Adelaide shall speak their vows before witnesses of kin, vassal, and companion. The exchange of words and tokens shall seal their bond, with blessings granted by those of faith and house elderhood. The air shall be heavy with solemnity, for such oaths are not made lightly.

II. EVENTIDE REVERIE
Following the rite, guests will be beckoned to the grand hall, its walls adorned with lilies, dusk-threaded silks, and banners of House de Bruges. There, a ball shall commence beneath candlelight and soft lantern glow. The couple shall be permitted to have the first dance before further festivities commence. Courtiers and companions alike may dance in honor of the union, whilst minstrels shall weave music to match the hour.

III. THE CLOSING HOUR

As candles wane and music softens, the couple will take their leave from the revelry. Guests are welcome to linger for final toasts, farewells, and whispered promises of diplomacy or political favor.

 

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SIGNED,

“The hidden sun burns still,”

HIS EXCELLENCY, Faustin de Burges,

Lord Vavasour de Bruges, Palsgrave of Drusco
 

HIS LORDSHIP, Charles of Montresor,

Baron of Artois
HER EXCELLENCY, Adelaide of Artois,

Underpalentine and Troubadour of Waldemer

 

[ErosTea 1084]

Henri d'Artois peeked over his aging father's shoulder, a brow of scrutiny furrowing as he watched the signing away of his sister. "Born of the same womb, maintenant tu me quittes." He only noted with quiet breath as he looked away.

[sanriu 734]

7 minutes ago, ErosTea said:

Henri d'Artois peeked over his aging father's shoulder, a brow of scrutiny furrowing as he watched the signing away of his sister. "Born of the same womb, maintenant tu me quittes." He only noted with quiet breath as he looked away.

 

Adelaide d'Artois shot her elder brother a glance, shaking her head as she moved a stray strand of her flaxen hair back into it's place. "Henri, I am not as far as you make it sound, n'agis pas comme un enfant." She said looking to the brunette with a glance of endearment. "Now be kind to Faustin the two of you shall be family soon." 

[amyselia 2962]

A lady walked easily along the grounds of Waldemer as preparations came underway...

[Chorale__ 2147]

Charles of Montresor, Baron of Artois and Patriarch of House Halcourt patted his eldest son Henri on the back in an effort to console him, “C’est la vie, mon fils. Time will heal this pain.” and for his daughter he picked roses in the gardens of Murviel to deliver to her on the day of her union. “Mon amour- they’re growing up..” he lamented to the Lady Halcourt Luciana.

 

@ErosTea @Kholibrii

[Eryane 3698]

As soon as word reached her, Aliénor de Bruges wandered about in search of her sister to spread the news of the upcoming wedding ceremony. "It would seem we may need to - well, ideally - make an appearance somewhere for our family," she'd remark upon offering the missive to her. @hopey

Edited July 19, 2025 by Eryane