A person's recollection

[stupidhonor]

To have one final chance to speak to your parents, only to see them fade away in front of your eyes - how painful must it feel? Very so, and yet so many would wish for it regardless...

[Sielje speaks solemnly, mulling in front of her Knight's Arm. The unit is slouched forward and damaged after a fierce fight, but it stands peacefully - using its shield to rest its hands. The shield that bears the hastily painted insignia.]

The Ebon King - I understand, you and the plight of your daughter. I understand and sympathize... but I cannot promise to move blame for all her crimes and heinous deeds on you. This is not my call to make, I will swear a vow only if I can keep it.

...

[Sielje's gaze slowly turns to the pile of scrap metal under the Arm's feet.]


I may need another pike.

Comments

[stupidhonor]

No matter your thoughts on the issue, you made a vow. You need to follow it.

Persuade the courts, make them see things as they really are. Tell them all you can - but only the truth.

This is what I would have done.

[in_over_his_head]

Well the truth is definitely something I have no problems with.

[Calvin's expression goes from a small smile to a very serious look.]



Calling it difficult is an understatement... but with a lot of things we've gone through... well... it'll be easier in comparison.

[stupidhonor]

Easier, yes...

[Sielje mentions offhandedly, as her mind seems to focus on a difficult matter.]

No one will blame you for not managing to reach a full pardon. I am not sure I would welcome this type of news myself.

It is the effort that counts.