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One and two, one and two, one and two, breathe Ada. Exiting the Knight’s Keep, the young Colborn page made her way down the hill, heading towards the river below. She carried her swords, bows and arrows, and a hay dummy over her shoulder. She struggled for a moment or two since she was in full armor, huffing and puffing. For the past couple of months, Ada was training in different terrains and environments to familiarized. She refused to let her opponents have the upper hand, she wanted to be ready for everything possible. After all, how could she be a knight if she wasn't prepared? “I had hoped we could sit down one of these days to speak about things and to come to terms with it all, to be each other's strength.” Her mind was fixated on that particular sentence, haunting her as she walked. Shaking her head, she tried shrugging it off, she didn’t want to think or feel guilt. Not when she wanted to train. Ada reached the river, setting her things down on the mossy ground, frowning. She realized she was going to have trouble heading back later when glancing back up the hill, letting out a heavy sigh. But at least it would count as exercising in her book. She grabbed the dummy by the head, dragging it towards the water. She went to prop it up in the wet dirt, taking a few steps back. One and two, one and two, breathe Ada. She got into her fighting stance, lifting the sword up, staring down the hay dummy as if they were her enemy. Or maybe it was someone else, a murderer perhaps. She counted from three, closing her eyes, reciting a quick prayer she always mumbled before a fight. At three, she ran towards the figure before her, ready to slash them into pieces. Unfortunately Ada didn't notice how heavy it would be to run in water, in armor, and holding a sword. Having little to no balance, she tripped, falling face first into the water. "I know the sense of loss and the sense of being lost, not wanting to be awake or wake, fear reality itself and every day be reminded of the pain. But you must also remember to be strong, to move on and take your own fate by the balls if need be - to be your own strength." For a moment or two, she laid there, not bothering to get up despite running out of air. She was self conscious, extremely embarrassed by her mistake ... and her guilt, even if no one was around to see it. Slowly, she raised her head up, spiting out the excess water. Gross. Irritated by it all, she lifted herself up, letting out a few Scyfen curses. Her great grandfather's words were getting to her, making her mind stir. One and two, breathe Ada. Was this Godan's doing? Was the universe punishing her? Was she cursed? No. These were rubbish thoughts. She had these impressions before, a few years ago when her father died. It took her a while to realize that is was not her fault, nor his, nor Ser Conrad, nor Miss Lucia. It was the way things were, it was the way life was. All she wanted was to keep her family but it seemed like they were slowly leaving. One by one. Who was next? "By the time I leave this earth my only worry is that you will find it as an excuse to bury yourself further. But know that is not you speaking but rather the sorrow which bites at your heart, the pain that makes you not want to leave your bed, the memories which you can’t escape even with closed eyes." Ada went to grab her sword, returning to her spot from before. Once more, she closed her eyes, slowing down her breathing, counting. She read it in a book somewhere that doing this can help with calming down. When she was ready, she went back into her fighting stance. Her guilt, sadness, and anger still lingered around but she felt confident this time around, reciting the last couple of sentences from her letter. "So face your fears Ada, through you runs the blood of the first Knights of Haense and his descendants, there is courage in your very being - ready to burst at any moment. So be you, do what you are meant to do and overcome your ordeal and be the Knight you were born to be." Breathe Ada, just breathe.

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Something was off, something the page couldn't pinpoint. Ada Natalya Colborn grew worried for her pet eagle, Eagly - even though it was completely normal for Eagly to be on his own, the young page was still concerned. She assumed it was her anxiety from being sleep deprived. Later that day, Ada sat on the rooftop of the chapel near the knight's keep, awaiting for Eagly's return. He eventually arrived - frantic, disturbed, shocked opposed to his snarky attitude. He knew something but she didn't know what. Maybe this was the “something was off” feeling she was experiencing.

VE KORTREVICH SAMYZEK POZSKA VOLUME ONE: EDITION THREE TWO MINAS AVAILABLE IN NAUVMARIAN PER PAPER WALDENIAN AND AUVERGNIAN ____________________________________________________________________________ WRITTEN AND PUBLISHED BY ESMÉE GABRIELLE KORTREVICH THE VISCOUNTESS-CONSORT OF KRUSEV & ADELE EMMA LUDOVAR THE COUNTESS OF OTISTADT ON THE 11TH OF GRONNA AG DROBA OF 438 E.S. ____________________________________________________________________________ THE FALLEN COLBORN [!] A portrait of the late Godric Adrian Colborn, painted before his death in 437 E.S. A husband, a father, a son - the Colborn family lost a treasured family member in the most recent attack and kidnapping within the heart of Karosgrad. The forty-three year old man, Godric Adrian Colborn, risked his life to save the young Isadora Basrid from being abducted a second time by frost witches and their allies. He perished during the rescue; dying an honorable death. A funeral is currently being scheduled. A date should be published soon, if anyone wishes to stop by and give the Colborn family their condolences. May Lord Godric Colborn rest in peace. WRITTEN BY ESMÉE GABRIELLE KORTEVICH ____________________________________________________________________________ APPRAISING A POET [!] An official portrait of Sir Borris Iver Kortrevich. Recently the Knights’ Bard, Kossar Borris Kortrevich, has been investing his time into the research and subsequent publication of a Knights’ Poetry Anthology - titled “The Silver Crows Anthology” upon its completion. In contrast to the budding Court Poet’s previous works, being Poem Compilations published nearly yearly, these are singular poems released individually. Most poems depict the final Knight’s Quest of various squires of the Order of the Crow. Some poems surround those still with us today, while the majority of them secure the legacies of long-dead Knights of the Table. Each of the figures written of are most honourable militarily, and the writers of this Bull Post applaud Sir Borris for his efforts to conserve such rich Haeseni history. For any interested readers, this writer’s favourite poem of the now-published Anthology is the poem dedicated to the Knight’s Quest of Ser Conrad ‘The Bulwark’. The writers are most looking forward to the subsequent works of the Battle Bard. WRITTEN BY ADELE EMMA LUDOVAR ____________________________________________________________________________ A NEW KNIGHT PARAMOUNT [!] A painting of the infamous Knights Table located in the hallowed halls of Hallasburg. After the most honourable retirement of Ser Reinhardt ‘The Unbroken’ Barclay from his long-held position as Haense’s Knight Paramount, guiding generations of knights and squires through their Knight Trials and knighthood, His Majesty the King has selected the Barclay’s successor: Ser Walton ‘The Wall’. Ser Walton is a well-travelled, experienced member of the Table - serving as Ser Reinhardt’s Meyster for 13 years prior to this appointment. He is widely acknowledged by Royals, Aulic Officers, and citizens alike, to always be the first to any action in the Capital, and a fierce protector of the Kingdom’s citizenry, making him a perfect fit for the most prestigious position as the holder of the 1st Seat of the Knight’s Table. The Writers wish to thank Ser Reinhardt for his many years of hard work in the Order of the Crow, and congratulate Ser Walton on his ascension. The citizens of Haense await with baited breath the Drowning of the Blades ceremony, where the appointment shall become official. WRITTEN BY ESMÉE GABRIELLE KORTREVICH & ADELE EMMA LUDOVAR ____________________________________________________________________________ NOBLE NEWS A FASHIONABLE DISPLAY IN THE MORRIVI [!] A painting of the royal throne in the Morrivi Palace. To replenish the Royal coffers following the construction costs of our beloved Morrivi Palace - mentioned in the previous edition - the Royal Household of Queen Amadea have decided, in collaboration with her Royal tailors and seamstresses, to host an auction of the outfits created. It is believed that Her Majesty will have her wards model these outfits with the hopes of selling each for a substantial price. The event should be the auction of the season, and the writers imagine that a great majority of these sales will be garments to be worn during the Lifstala season in several years’ time. The event resembles that of a similar auction hosted for an alike reason during the reign of Queen Emma - a most popular affair that this writer remembers fondly from youth. For those with a vested interest in the event, this writer predicts the popularity of garments #5, #6, #10, & #12, and hopes for a substantial success for Her Majesty and the rest of her Council. WRITTEN BY ADELE EMMA LUDOVAR A GRAND REPLENISHMENT OF THE COURTS [!] A portrait of the newly appointed Grand Lord, Mikhail Tuvya var Ruthern. As mentioned in the last edition of the Bull Post, Queen Amadea was searching for willing courtiers to fill the positions of Palace Custodian and Court Chamberlain in her Inner Council. Luckily for her, they were soon filled by Her Ladyship, Zoya vas Ruthern, an ex-Grand Maer of Karosgrad and hardworking headstrong woman with experience managing events in the Palace and Capital, and by Her Ladyship, Maeve Morovar, Baroness-Consort of Ghaestenwald. She may be a newcomer to Her Majesty’s courts, but given her role as the Baroness-Consort there is no doubt her competency and the writers await their forthcoming works with interest. Surprisingly however, Princess-Dowager Dorothea Isabel stepped down from her role as Grand Lady only a few years into her tenure. It seems that Her Majesty wished to keep the role in the family, for she soon inducted His Grace, Mikhail var Ruthern, to serve in his twin’s place. Despite such a swift swapping of positions, hopes for the first Grand Lord in recent memory are high and the writers hope that a fresh Inner Council - under the watchful guidance of Queen Amadea - will bring new ideas and vitality to the Courts. The Bull Post also wanted to dedicate a paragraph to the neverending hard work of the Mistress of the Robes; Her Ladyship, Nikoleta Barbara Baruch and her dutiful team of assistants. The second season of Moda i ve Kort has surpassed expectations and is well on the journey to surpass the gravity & excellence of season one. WRITTEN BY ADELE EMMA LUDOVAR A NOTABLE ANNIVERSARY [!] A copy of the illustration associated with the Hearsay of Hanseti-Ruska since its first Edition. While our gossip-giving friend, the Mistress of the Whispers, has yet to make her glorious return for the next Lifstala season, the Writers of the Kortrevich Bull Post wanted to highlight and congratulate its scandalous sister publication for reaching its semisequicentennial anniversary - celebrating 75 years of publication. It’s possible that the majority of the Haeseni population has been affected - even if via proxy - by the infamous anonymous gossip paper. No other publication on the continent can claim that level of infamy, and these writers wanted to take a paragraph to celebrate. Scandalous or infamous, the airing of a new edition of Hearsay will always be a staple of Haeseni gossip and its Lifstala seasons. These writers may be stumped by the ability of the Mistress to continue her brochure over several generations - suspecting an immortal writer - however her consistency is admirable and this Volume of the Bull Post hopes to one day achieve such a legacy. Here’s to another 75 years of Hearsay! WRITTEN BY ADELE EMMA LUDOVAR ____________________________________________________________________________ A GIFT OF HONOR [!] A portrait of the Lady Palatine working diligently at her desk. The writers wanted to extend their very special thanks to Her Excellency, Lady Isabel Baruch, for her explicit praise and exposure of the Bull Post in her newest institution; dubbed “Honouring the Haeseni”. Ideally, a volume is intended to be published once every four years detailing specific works of Haeseni citizens deserving of praise from the Palatial and Crown offices. The Lady Palatine was most complimentary of the Post, and, in return, her efforts of praise and service are appreciated by the citizens of Haense and this Post. In Volume one, the Lady Palatine wrote commendations of the following: Queen Amadea for her designing of the Morrivi Palace, for the efforts of now-Knight Paramount Ser Walton ‘The Wall’ and now-deceased Lord Godric Colborn in their bravery to take on various beast attacks in the protection of others, to the wards of the Queen’s Council for their proficient event-running - Adelajda Ruthern, Tatyana Ludovar, and Princess Analiesa, to the hardworking Deputy Surgeon General Lucía Rutledge, the Viscountess Kortrevich for revitalising this very Kortrevich Bull Post, and finally, to Lady Elia Colborn for her efforts of constructing a Haeseni Guild of Architects. Each of these citizens are to be praised extensively for all of their work, and the Bull Post hopes that the Lady Palatine’s “Honouring the Haeseni” will continues for many years to come. WRITTEN BY ESMÉE GABRIELLE KORTREVICH & ADELE EMMA LUDOVAR ____________________________________________________________________________ MORE INFORMATION As always, if anyone wishes to be a part of the newspaper or have some sort of advertisement, send a letter to Esmée Kortrevich or Adele Ludovar for more details. Until next year!

The runaway Colborn returned home briefly to see her father's corpse. She didn't want to stay any longer and cause more heart break to her family. Before Ada headed back to hiding, she cleaned up the tavern, adding more flowers and candles around the place. She left a small package and a note at the entrance, filled with flowers and unlit candles. "Skrali for everything Fadir. We will avenge eym. That's a promise from me." Maybe Adrian and Ada were both scheming similar ideas, she didn't know. Just a matter of time before they bump into each other...

Thinking everything was alright, Ada Natalya Colborn put on her page uniform, ready to head on and do her everyday patrol. She passed by the farm houses, checking up on the crops and the farmers. Then she headed into the city, waving at the guardsmen at the front gates. The lass continued down the street, realizing something was off. The citizens of her kingdom had worried looks, whispering to each other. The first thing she did was check in with the tavern, not noticing any different. Second, she headed to the clinic seeing if there were any injured. Seeing the wounded, she stepped out, allowing the medics do their thing. She spotted Katerina and Isabel, talking to the Basrid family, noticing their behavior - the same as the rest from earlier before. So being the page she is, she walked over, hoping to find out what happened. Instead, Isabel and Katerina brought her to the basilica, trying to tell her the horrific news. Ada didn't want to hear it, claiming the Lady Palatine was lying to her and it was just nonsense. In the end, she became resentful. She resented Isabel Baruch for not allowing her to see her father. She resented Ser Conrad Barclay for not training her more. She resented Lucia Rutledge for not teaching her how to treat people. She resented Isadora Basrid the most since her father gave up his life to save hers. Her bags were packed. Her room was left unlocked, leaving without a trace. Ada didn't want to return. Everyone failed her and her father. Esmée Gabrielle Kortrevich stopped by the tavern, holding flowers and candles in her arms. She lit a few of them up, leaving them around the place. She left the flowers on the counter for the family. She was going to miss her friend dearly.

"... What events has she done?" Esmèe squinted at Maeve's name. She turned to her husband, practically shoving the missive into his face. "I've done more, have I not? Have I not done more than her as a consort? Did I not almost get us a promotion under my regency?" She lit up another cigarette, "Merde, I should've talked to Dorothea personally then send a letter."

Esmèe Kortrevich paced around her office, reading the missive with one hand and a cigarette in the other. ".. If anyone's opinion matters here, it should be his. I do niet think a man should be the Grand Lady." The Viscountess sighed, shaking her head in annoyance.

Demitriyus Baswara Kortrevich glances at his wife (@Maevlin), "Maybe the family could sign up for this?"

Esmée Kortrevich runs over to her husband (@Phersades) with the missive in hand, "NIKOLAI! LOOK, LOOK! SHE WROTE ABOUT ME! AND THE POST!" She shoves the paper into his face, "READ IT, LOOK!" Ada Natalya Colborn smiles proudly when her family is mentioned twice. She hung up the missive in the living room of the Colborn manor for everyone in the family to see!

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