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Reed Syerno (lovelikewinter_) wrote,
@ 2012-08-30 22:40:00

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!journal, announcement, hier, kista

01: Annoucement
As many of you have heard there has been quite a bit of rumors going around about the Siren line of succession. There was an official royal decree yesterday that I would like to reiterate here, just to dispel those rumors going around.

I am NOT the heir to the Siren throne. As I am not the King's son by blood, but just the son from another marriage prior to him, by my mother and another noble, it was deemed inappropriate for the line of succession to be passed to me. It will continue through the Syrena line as it has for generations. The crown princess has been announced as Kista Veronique Martineau.

I want to make it clear that I have nothing but support and love for my cousin and have given her my blessing and full backing. I know that Princess Kista will do her duty and honor the lineage and traditions that are so important within our society. My cousin is very modest, so please grant her the respect to accept this honor gracefully and privately. Thank you.

PRIVATE TO KISTA
How are you holding up, Kiss? I know this is so much to ask of one, and I wish they hadn't asked this of you. Of course I understand their fear, but truly I feel that this is cowardly, to hide behind someone else, due to fear of Nixen interference.

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	sizzleandsass 2012-08-31 03:01 am UTC (link)
	That is exactly why you and Kiss would always have been chosen instead of me. I don't speak so eloquently. Parfait, mon cher. And if anyone embarrasses my sister over this, I will now have royal backing to dispose of them. Everyone should remember that. (Reply to this) (Thread)

	lovelikewinter_ 2012-08-31 03:09 am UTC (link)
	We are also less scandalous then you, my dear cousin. I jest of course. Date of birth tends to influence the line of succession just a bit, not how eloquently one speaks. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	sizzleandsass 2012-08-31 03:13 am UTC (link)
	Details, details. And you don't tease because it's true. ;) You know I have no problem admitting that, though I appreciate your efforts. (Reply to this) (Parent)

sweetestkiss
2012-08-31 03:04 am UTC (link)

It was incredibly kind of you to put the rumors to rest. Merci beaucoup. I hope I do our families and people proud.

Reed
I am okay, truly. It's the least I can do to help everyone; to help you. You are not being a coward. You are being smart. You know I'd do anything for you; you're just as much my family as Lia. Don't worry about me. It's just for show, and it's unlikely anyone will try anything anyway, right?

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lovelikewinter_
2012-08-31 03:16 am UTC (link)

There isn't a doubt in my mind that you will, Kista. And there shouldn't be in your mind either.

Kista
Has your guardian reported to you yet? I made it quite clear to my father that if this was the course of action he insisted on taking to ensure in his mind that he wouldn't be losing another child over politics, that you were to be protected at all times.

It's kind of you to say its not cowardly, but it feels cowardly. I am a man and supposed to be able to take care of and protect my people, yet am hiding behind another of my family. It feels wrong. But I cannot argue with the King. Even if he is my father.

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sweetestkiss
2012-08-31 03:38 am UTC (link)

You have a lot of faith in me. I hope I live up to all of it.

Reed
Not yet. Maman told me that he/she would be arriving sometime in the next day or so. You don't need to worry. Crash is like a stand-in guardian in the meantime. I'm quite safe, believe me.

I understand, I do. But you do not need to get hurt or go rushing about announcing what you are to prove you are a good man, Reed. Remember that. You're doing what's right for your people by listening to your father and laying low.

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	KISTA lovelikewinter_ 2012-08-31 04:03 am UTC (link)
	I still worry. This entire plan is based on the idea that the Nixen will attack the heir. Perhaps you are right. Either way, my father does not budge on this. The throne is mine only if I play it his way and obey his wishes. And arguing with him is like arguing with a brick wall. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	Reed sweetestkiss 2012-08-31 04:19 am UTC (link)
	I know. I understand the risks. I just would rather do what I can to help. Though the only threat I see is that awful girl who made an inappropriate remark about the last heir being killed. That sounds familiar. It must run in the family. ;) He is right, though. This way is best for everyone. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	KISTA lovelikewinter_ 2012-08-31 11:36 pm UTC (link)
	Perhaps you're all right, it just seems so cowardly to hide behind someone else out of fear. And its not even my own fear, its everyone else's. How can one be expected to stand up as a leader if they start out having to hide? It seems contradictory. (Reply to this) (Parent)

	car_crash_heart 2012-08-31 03:59 am UTC (link)
	You're going to be the best Queen they could ever ask for, don't doubt that for a second. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	sweetestkiss 2012-08-31 04:17 am UTC (link)
	Thank you. It really means a lot to me to hear that from you, love. ~~Even if it's for show~~ (Reply to this) (Parent)

	bitchgoddess 2012-08-31 03:18 am UTC (link)
	Oh how quaint. Naming a distant relative because you're out of options. Such a powerful statement your people are making. Obviously. (Reply to this) (Thread)

	lovelikewinter_ 2012-08-31 03:22 am UTC (link)
	About as powerful a statement as having an older brother choose to let you have the throne. Just remember that throne you will be keeping warm was not meant for you, but for one who chose to allow you to have it. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	bitchgoddess 2012-08-31 03:23 am UTC (link)
	At least he's still alive to give it to me. (Reply to this) (Parent)

	vixenschaos 2012-08-31 03:21 am UTC (link)
	What an interesting little development. Our little resident innocent a bona fide princess now. And dating rif raff vampire, no less. What a gutsy political move your family has chosen. I didn't know those rags to riches fairytales actually worked in real life. Oh wait, they don't, do they? (Reply to this) (Thread)

	lovelikewinter_ 2012-08-31 03:24 am UTC (link)
	Whom a crown princess dates or doe not date, is of no concern in the politics of our family. Such antiquated ideals are below us. (Reply to this) (Parent)

	car_crash_heart 2012-08-31 03:58 am UTC (link)
	Riff raff?! What the fuck does that mean?! (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	vixenschaos 2012-08-31 04:04 am UTC (link)
	I'm pretty certain 'rif raff' is not an advanced term, but I'll explain anyway: Urchin. Lowly. Beneath someone. I mean, you're hot and all honey, but a princess? Please. (Reply to this) (Parent)

	sweetestkiss 2012-08-31 04:16 am UTC (link)
	Do not even listen, mon amour. She is just trying to get a rise out of you. She is obviously unhappy and therefore taking it out on others. A shame, but we mustn't give her what she wants. And you know I love you, which is all that should matter; it's nobody's business but ours. (Reply to this) (Parent)

	lifeofthepartay 2012-08-31 03:29 am UTC (link)
	WHAT?! How could this decision be made without me?! What about all our plans to take over the world and you knighting me and me living like the King I was named after?! (Reply to this) (Thread)

	lovelikewinter_ 2012-08-31 03:52 am UTC (link)
	Sounds like you're entirely out of luck, my friend. Perhaps you spent too much time sucking up to the wrong siren. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	lifeofthepartay 2012-08-31 04:12 am UTC (link)
	You got that right. All this time wasted. Now it's too late to suck up to the right one. She's much nicer and smarter than you and I'll have no chance of pulling the wool over her eyes! (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	lovelikewinter_ 2012-08-31 11:37 pm UTC (link)
	You're stuck with me and Darcey, Arthur. Kista is too smart to put up with your antics. (Reply to this) (Parent)

lostperfection
2012-08-31 03:43 am UTC (link)

~~Oh thank goodness.~~ I'm glad you have the decency to speak out and stop all the gossip that's been running around these halls recently. Bloody ridiculous, they are. Kista is a spectacular choice, though I happen to think you would have been too. ~~Is it selfish to be happy you're not in danger?~~

Your father has also done the world a true service by making sure Artie's plans never come to fruition. I'll have to tell him cheers for that next I see him.

Reed
Are you really okay? I know you kind of always expected it would be you.

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lovelikewinter_
2012-08-31 03:55 am UTC (link)

Rumors tend to be bloody ridiculous, no matter whom they are about. Even though I will not be King, I will still be able to advise my cousin should she need my advice.

A truer statement has never been spoken.

Darcey
~~I hate this part, but its to protect her.~~ I always knew it could go either way. His reasons are sound. What he doesn't want to say to the public is that he just cannot stand the idea of losing another child, even if I am not technically his. You understand what I mean.

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lostperfection
2012-08-31 04:01 am UTC (link)

A lot of things about our generation are ridiculous. I know you'll still help Kiss. I just hope people don't take advantage of her or anything.

I always speak the truth, you know this.

Reed
It seemed to me like you guys were pretty set on it being you, but what I do I know? I just want to make sure you're not too disappointed. You would've been brilliant, just so you know.

I understand, though it gives me the shivers to think that something like that could happen to Kiss. I feel selfish being glad it's not you. That makes me horrid, doesn't it?

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	missmelliepie 2012-08-31 06:18 pm UTC (link)
	That sweet little beauty is actually a princess now? Why is the world so unjust!? ;) Honestly, though, I think it's a wonderful choice. Though it would have been hot to see your gorgeous self all decked in kingly wear. ;) (Reply to this)

	heartbreaker_ 2012-08-31 06:21 pm UTC (link)
	As fabulous as I think this is, I admit I'm disappointed. I was hoping for a siren version of Prince Harry and William. Sigh. ;) (Reply to this) (Thread)

	lovelikewinter_ 2012-08-31 11:38 pm UTC (link)
	You are such a flatterer, Chelsea. I am still a prince, just not the crown prince. (Reply to this) (Parent)

	honestlywhateva 2012-08-31 06:24 pm UTC (link)
	You are surprisingly calm for someone who was essentially passed over for an influential position. Kudos to you, bro. (Reply to this) (Thread)

	lovelikewinter_ 2012-08-31 11:40 pm UTC (link)
	This decision did not come overnight. I have had time to come to terms with my initial disappointment, but I do stand by my statement that I fully support my cousin. Thank you, Memphis. (Reply to this) (Parent)

	soofinnygan 2012-08-31 06:26 pm UTC (link)
	Well said. I'm not much of a politics person, but it's impossible not to care when it directly effects your people. I think your father made a good decision. For what it's worth, though, I think you would have been an equally good decision. (Reply to this) (Thread)

	lovelikewinter_ 2012-08-31 11:42 pm UTC (link)
	I agree that my father made an excellent choice. Thank you for your support Cyprien. I appreciate that. (Reply to this) (Parent)

	bird_of_grace 2012-09-01 12:05 am UTC (link)
	Kiss will be a wonderful ruler, just as you would have also- I don't think that makes sense, but I meant something nice.. (Reply to this)