[center][h1][b][color=CE4A4E]Sir Alden Drake Plannington[/color][/b][/h1]

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[color=CE4A4E]Time:[/color] 6pm
[color=CE4A4E]Location:[/color] Edin’s Castle 
[color=CE4A4E]Interactions:[/color] [@princess] Alibeth
[color=CE4A4E]Mentions:[/color] [@Silverpaw] Wulfric [@Inertia] Auguste [@Helo] Callum [@princess] Anastasia [@Tpartywithzombi] Violet
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After the events with the princes’ courting, King Edin had asked to run some errands. Of course, Alden didn’t do any of that. Instead, he had retired in his studies to review some notes and formulate the events of everything occurring to seek out the best course of action. 

On the journal before him, the following had been written:
[color=CE4A4E][i]The kingdom seems to be in distress, as the Alidasht doesn’t seem too fond of the current events that have been unfolding. That idiot Lorenzo is somewhat of a chaotic force in everything. Whether he intends to do his actions or not, he seems to be inciting a war all on his own. It is best to leave him on his own, I would not interfere as his antics seem to fall in line with my own desires. Then inside the own kingdom, things are definitely interesting. My dear Calbert is dealing with his own struggles now, with Violet now in her own state of rest. He will be [b]dying[/b] to know what happened exactly, and is desperately looking for answers. He will be easy to influence. [/i][/color]

Alden then reflected about the king, before writing once more. 

[color=CE4A4E][i]Your majesty is still as dimwitted and unclever as ever, believing that he is a God in some way. His behavior alone will definitely incite some tensions amongst our guests. It's all about leading him in the right direction, and the rest shall unfold upon itself. His sons, on the other hand, will be a bit more difficult to play around. They do not seem too impressed of me, as I had been away for far too long. Perhaps I should play closer attention to them individually, and observe more of their intrusive thoughts. THEY will be necessary for the kingdoms downfall. But it needs to be in a way where they aren’t directly affected. I do have a soft spot for them after all. Them and Anastasia. They unfortunately will have to experience what is to come about, but they do not need to suffer. That will be reserved for “your majesty” solely [/i][/color]

Alden sat back and thought about everything in his head. He had been gone for too long, and should have returned hours ago. He had remembered that the Alidasht was having dinner tonight, and he was asked specifically to gather information on them. Perhaps he would drop by now, and just observe before speaking with one of them directly. He quickly looked at the portrait he had of himself in his room, and smiled. It would be impossible and foolish for anyone to stop him now, he just needs a few more pieces in place and watch the picture unfold. He had grabbed his ring off his desk and put it on his finger, as it sparkled mysteriously in the room light before he covered it with his glove. He got up from his desk and couldn’t help but to chuckle.

[i][color=CE4A4E] “Don’t worry Lady Violet, you won’t be lonely for long.” [/color][/i]

He locked the door to his studies, and put the key away under his sleeve, and went on his way.  He made his way down into the Grand Hall, finding the queen stepping into  just as he descended the stairs.

Alibeth paused upon seeing him and began to approach him immediately. [color=a187be] “Mr. Plannington… Fine timing for you to appear. I have something to ask of you if you do not mind…”[/color] 

[color=CE4A4E] “Why, of course. How can I be of service to you?” [/color]

[color=a187be] “I have sent Auguste to the guest house to keep watch while the Alidasht guests dine with Duke Vikena. However, I would appreciate it if someone could check on him and assist him with making sure everything goes accordingly.”[/color]

Alden couldn’t help but to smile a bit. Of course the Duke is dining with the Alidasht. They must really [i] love [/i] him. And with such coincidence, Auguste is present at the dinner as well. This was a prime opportunity to kill two birds with one stone. [color=CE4A4E] “Of course, my lady. I will be on my way, and ensure everything falls smoothly” [/color]. But of course, it won’t. 

The queen did not give him a smile, but there was a small upturn of the corners of her lips. [color=a187be] “Very well. Thank you.”[/color] She continued on unceremoniously.

Then Alden walked out the castle, all poised and confident, wearing a grin that promised trouble. 
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