Tempest Rise (revised edition 10/2013) (Treborel) by Alaina Stanford Page A
Authors: Alaina Stanford
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arrived."
The Regent rose at the far end of the table, and announced, "Now that our scrumptious feast has ended, I would like to introduce you to my collection of fountains." She motioned toward the glass doors at the end of the hall, which led directly to the gardens outside.
Hanlin rose from his seat, and offered, "However, I'd be delighted to escort you to the gardens, before taking my leave."
The colorful blossoms cascaded down the hillside, surrounding the fountains, and sculptured pools. The garden glistened. The trees held soft, white lights, in their branches. Hidden in the bushes, the same delicate luminaries sparkled. Concealed under the water of the fountains, pastel shadows sent ripples of color through the night air. The sky had darkened; clouds obscured the last of the brilliant moonlight. The gardens seemed like a nether world, cascading down into the depths of the earth.
Kissing Lysette's hand in farewell , Hanlin bid her Goodnight. "You have your grandmothers enchanting eyes. I shall enjoy sharing my memories with you.”
"Rest well, Lord Wills.” Lysette answered, as he disappeared through the Dining Hall doorway.
The Regent Dana appeared through the door, laughing brightly as she took Prince Katar's arm, and led him toward Lysette. The tall, thin, Ambassador Robert Long of Nayr appeared with Lord Nolan, and Ambassador Airee of Ragal. Following behind them was Ambassador Kreal of Bantor; he was a large, stocky, man who’s eyes had dark circles, his face pale. He walked slowly, as he moved along behind the group.
Beginning her narrative of the inspiration behind her seven-level garden, Regent Dana explained why she had it built along the sloping hillside. Descending to the next level , as she continued, they paused only a moment, as a small helijet appeared suddenly above them.
Its oblong shape and silent approach indicated it was a military vehicle. Moving off to their left, it landed quietly on the lawn, at the top of the far hill. Prince Roth glanced at the Regent and quickly disappeared up the steps.
Pausing for a moment, the Regent pointed out several different species of orchid, growing on a series of unique logs, suspended in the air. These were a gift from the Nayrian Prime Minister Ondale. A servant arrived, informing Ambassador Airee of an urgent communication from Ragal. The elegant Ambassador excused herself and hurried off.
Roth appeared a few moments later and whispered to his mother. Turning to Ambassador Long, Roth announced, "Ambassador, your presence is required in the Communications Center.”
Without hesitation , the Ambassador briskly headed back into the palace. Lysette could feel the tension in Roth's voice. Something was terribly wrong.
"Ambassador Kreal, would you attend me.” The Regent added, turning to Sean Nolan, she continued. "Lord Nolan, I am in need of your services." Then turning to Lysette she continued, "I’m afraid I’ve been called into a conference. Lady Nolan, would you do me the high honor of finishing Prince Katar's tour of my garden?" The Regent's smile hid an impatient frown.
"Of course, You’re Grace." Lysette answered quickly.
"Is there anything I can do?" Katar stepped forward, concerned.
"Not at the moment, thank you. I will send for you if there is a need." The Regent replied, "For the moment, please relax, and enjoy."
Glancing quickly at Lysette, Sean reassured himself she was no longer intimidated by the Mountain Prince. Following after the disappearing Regent and Ambassador Kreal, he hurried quickly inside.
Katar grinned , and offered her his arm saying, “It appears we've been left to ourselves."
Feeling the warm , nervous fear in the pit of her stomach again, she smiled sweetly, hiding her nervousness, took his arm and said, “It appears something serious has happened.” She indicated the next flight of stone steps leading deeper into the garden.
"It's possible; the Regent has assumed the role of peace keeper for all
The Regent rose at the far end of the table, and announced, "Now that our scrumptious feast has ended, I would like to introduce you to my collection of fountains." She motioned toward the glass doors at the end of the hall, which led directly to the gardens outside.
Hanlin rose from his seat, and offered, "However, I'd be delighted to escort you to the gardens, before taking my leave."
The colorful blossoms cascaded down the hillside, surrounding the fountains, and sculptured pools. The garden glistened. The trees held soft, white lights, in their branches. Hidden in the bushes, the same delicate luminaries sparkled. Concealed under the water of the fountains, pastel shadows sent ripples of color through the night air. The sky had darkened; clouds obscured the last of the brilliant moonlight. The gardens seemed like a nether world, cascading down into the depths of the earth.
Kissing Lysette's hand in farewell , Hanlin bid her Goodnight. "You have your grandmothers enchanting eyes. I shall enjoy sharing my memories with you.”
"Rest well, Lord Wills.” Lysette answered, as he disappeared through the Dining Hall doorway.
The Regent Dana appeared through the door, laughing brightly as she took Prince Katar's arm, and led him toward Lysette. The tall, thin, Ambassador Robert Long of Nayr appeared with Lord Nolan, and Ambassador Airee of Ragal. Following behind them was Ambassador Kreal of Bantor; he was a large, stocky, man who’s eyes had dark circles, his face pale. He walked slowly, as he moved along behind the group.
Beginning her narrative of the inspiration behind her seven-level garden, Regent Dana explained why she had it built along the sloping hillside. Descending to the next level , as she continued, they paused only a moment, as a small helijet appeared suddenly above them.
Its oblong shape and silent approach indicated it was a military vehicle. Moving off to their left, it landed quietly on the lawn, at the top of the far hill. Prince Roth glanced at the Regent and quickly disappeared up the steps.
Pausing for a moment, the Regent pointed out several different species of orchid, growing on a series of unique logs, suspended in the air. These were a gift from the Nayrian Prime Minister Ondale. A servant arrived, informing Ambassador Airee of an urgent communication from Ragal. The elegant Ambassador excused herself and hurried off.
Roth appeared a few moments later and whispered to his mother. Turning to Ambassador Long, Roth announced, "Ambassador, your presence is required in the Communications Center.”
Without hesitation , the Ambassador briskly headed back into the palace. Lysette could feel the tension in Roth's voice. Something was terribly wrong.
"Ambassador Kreal, would you attend me.” The Regent added, turning to Sean Nolan, she continued. "Lord Nolan, I am in need of your services." Then turning to Lysette she continued, "I’m afraid I’ve been called into a conference. Lady Nolan, would you do me the high honor of finishing Prince Katar's tour of my garden?" The Regent's smile hid an impatient frown.
"Of course, You’re Grace." Lysette answered quickly.
"Is there anything I can do?" Katar stepped forward, concerned.
"Not at the moment, thank you. I will send for you if there is a need." The Regent replied, "For the moment, please relax, and enjoy."
Glancing quickly at Lysette, Sean reassured himself she was no longer intimidated by the Mountain Prince. Following after the disappearing Regent and Ambassador Kreal, he hurried quickly inside.
Katar grinned , and offered her his arm saying, “It appears we've been left to ourselves."
Feeling the warm , nervous fear in the pit of her stomach again, she smiled sweetly, hiding her nervousness, took his arm and said, “It appears something serious has happened.” She indicated the next flight of stone steps leading deeper into the garden.
"It's possible; the Regent has assumed the role of peace keeper for all
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