Things were getting quite crazy at the moment with the undead knight trying to sing the little captain's praises, Gillian giving a more accurate account of what actually transpired though still not the whole truth yet.  As much as she wanted to continue her little game action was now needed.  [b]"Forgive me Sir Garett and Lady Marianne but it seems my presence is needed.  Thank you for escorting me."[/b]  Julianna detached herself from his arm and gave a small curtsy before making her way over toward the princess.

Julianna stopped near sir Gillian and was the picture of humility before the princess with her head slightly bowed.  [b]"Thank you sir Gillian for that more honest report though even that clarification still doesn't paint a clear picture.  While clearly a successful campaign we never the less had casualties largely in part to hero play on the young captain's part.  Falling to ambushes twice put the company in risk and casualties though thanks to the quick actions of the Iron Rose Knights best we managed to pull through.  While I hate being the bearer of bad news it is rather clear that more training to avoid such mistakes in the future.  I hope we all learn from these trying experiences and are better suited for the tasks ahead in the future."[/b]

Being such a spectacle in front of so many was not something Julianna particularly enjoyed, especially with such a sticky subject; however the nobles needed to hear what actually happened from an Iron Rose Knight so it was up to her to play the part.  [b]"I hope you can forgive me for speaking so candidly but an accurate recording of events must be preserved."[/b]  This caused quite the murmur among the crowd and more than a few grumbles could be heard.

[b]"However I do not mean to downplay our accomplishment at routing a despicable force in the midst of our fair kingdom despite the mistakes made.  The Bandit King is no more and will not be a plague upon our people any longer."[/b]

As Julianna gave her side of the story, the Silverns proudly made their way closer so they could hear every word.  Theodore smiled at his daughter, yes, so to the throat as it were.  There was no way this royal ball would just be in favor of the new captain now.