Bregir Posted February 27, 2017 Posted February 27, 2017 A Lovers' Tale Part I (Against Mardier) Prelude Civil war had been gentle on King's Port, although everyone had a relative or acquaintance involved in the conflict. Life had been good on Terraversa under the Viceroy, after independence from Mardier had been declared, and for a long time, there had been little or no fighting, limited mainly to minor skirmishes at sea. But now, with Mardier recovering from internal conflict, war is moving closer, and the whole populace is holding their breath, watching the tides and turns of the political landscape. Of great importance is the generals of the Terraversan armies, as their choice of allegiance will spell the doom or success of the independence movement. One such is General Castellano, commander of the Horse Guards, some of the finest Terraversan Cavalry. Undecided as of yet, the Horse Guards has been ordered to remain in their barracks, their general refusing to declare either for or against independence. Agents of Mardier has tried bribes, blackmail, threats, seduction to bring him to their side, as has agents of the independence movement. An honourable man, General Castellano has yielded to none so far, wishing not to stir up conflict and risk bloody, collateral damage, but agents of Mardier fear that his daughter is about to do so for him. The Castellano family is both rich and influential, as is typical for military officers in Mardierian societies, and holds considerable real estate, including a mansion in uptown King's Port. In from their country estate, his daughter Angelica often takes residence here, as she has done this day. She occupies the west wing, with several balconies over the back alleys behind the mansion. Just moments ago, she heard something hit the shutters over the back door and rushed with great anticipation to the balcony nearby, fixing up her hair and robe on her way. Walking out on the balcony, her hopes are met, as her paramour, Ricardo Alphonso de la Montague, is awaiting, a defiant expression upon his face. The son of one of the champions of Terraversan independence, Hugo de la Montague, their romance is laden with political implications, but none of them care one bit for politics, entirely caught up in the intense love so typical for the young. Seeing her beaming smile in the window, Ricardo's face lights up as he takes off his hat in an elegant sweeping movement merging with a bow. "My sweetheart! How my heart has longed throughout the day to once more set eyes upon your beauty, and hear the sweet melody of your voice!" Breaking into a charming, shy smile, Angelica feels her love rise through her bosom, resulting in a healthy blush upon her face, making it prettier than ever. At least to Ricardo, a man with a mission... "As have mine, my love. The hours have passed like the turn of the centuries, as I waited for you to return" Looking left and right, concluding the alley is as empty as before, our young hero returns his attention to Angelica, with a more serious glance. "Listen carefully, my darling Angelica - we must act. My father and yours both have caught the scent of our connection. This is of little concern, but rumour has it that others have done so too. Others, who will not look kindly to our families uniting..." "What are you saying, Ricardo?" "There are those who will seek to part us, with any means possible. Angelica, my love. I have come to ask for your hand, and to ask you to abscond with me. To leave for a place where we can live in peace until such a day that we can return here, without risking our lives..." Ricardo gave her a compelling gaze before continuing. "Let me in to talk to you in private. And to help you pack - we must hurry! I know of an inn where we can hide for now..." __________________ To be continued... Quote
Garmadon Posted February 27, 2017 Posted February 27, 2017 An the intrigue builds up! (hmm, very Eslandolan... ) Excellent build, Bregir - the architecture is very nice, and most appropriate for Terraversa The dark red and gold in particular look very good with the other, duller colors, and that signpost and the arches are great as well! Glad to have you on our side for this category, and looking forward to where this story leads! Quote
Kai NRG Posted February 27, 2017 Posted February 27, 2017 Neat build Bregir, the white and dark tan look very good and great work on the extra bit sticking out of the roof! Quote
Ayrlego Posted February 27, 2017 Posted February 27, 2017 It was great working with you again on this challenge (our third I think?). Like I said elsewhere I love the building. The colour scheme worked so well I completely stole it for mine and Elostirion modified his to match! The lamp post is also really good! Quote
SilentWolf Posted February 28, 2017 Posted February 28, 2017 I had never considered using white and profile bricks together before but this turned out so well I should in the future. I like how you did the balcony. Also the lamp post is an excellent touch. Overall a very good looking building. Great job. Quote
Captain Dee Posted March 17, 2017 Posted March 17, 2017 Beautiful build. The white and tan color scheme is lovely. The whole structure looks nice. The courtyard wall makes a nice enclosure, the curved balcony is simple but brilliant, the section atop the roof adds tremendously to the overall appearance, and of course you can never have too many arches. Excellent work, and a good story as well. Quote
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