☀️ Arselia and Akonia

-- Noble Knight, with a discerning gaze,
A warm heart aches for the people.
Purian yearns to bring justice,
He will convince the Senate and the council.

Erephir sang a new verse with a look full of solemnity, and with a voice as softened as possible, but at the same time with distinct epic undertones (I'm not sure if I can find the right words). It should be fine, it will be easier to redo it.

— Perhaps, "A warm heart aches for Welfern" would sound better?

-- Well, Riya, I can finally officially congratulate you on becoming a Knight, we weren't allowed to before. Our lives will change significantly soon," Alaria seemed to have a hint of self-satisfaction on her face before the next sentence. "Meanwhile, I want to note that there was no defeat on my part today, it was just a reconnaissance in force. We gained valuable information, and we will no longer make any tactical mistakes, even if they did occur.

— We are only Knights in name for now. And I have my own personal concerns about this," the tanarsian's voice lacked the same solemnity, "but I will congratulate you on fulfilling your dream and obtaining such an honorable position. And the situation at the docks," a stifled chuckle, "is a circus even more chaotic than in Carneol."

-- But tell me, how are things going for you?

— Beata found a musician, the musician saw me, soiled his pants, and ran away so fast that only you could have caught up," the description of "successes" turned out to be very brief, "now they are trying to get help from Lady Asukan, but there is no certainty that their plan will succeed.

— Moving on to other topics, while we are waiting for them here. Erephir, I know you are going to visit Naria at her villa today, and I want to go with you. There are a number of questions, the answers to which I would like to know. Some of them may have long-term positive consequences for Welfern, but only if my assumptions are confirmed. Others... are personal, let's say. That's one thing," Alaria's face took on a stern expression, "besides, I would like to hear in person the details about the fortress. To participate in the discussion if the construction plan is not yet finalized. Well, you know, I'm a pedantic perfectionist. Still, with the transformation of Carneol into an order, much will change:
— We need to determine the hierarchy so that we don't end up headless in the event of any tragic outcome. You will probably have to appoint or find a deputy.
— It is unlikely that my position as a cook will remain the same by the time the construction is completed. This is not counting unforeseen circumstances. But I am happy to cook for you.
— An order of seven people is not an order. New recruits are possible. Their position in the hierarchy is also interesting. It is possible that we will be training new recruits, and each of the current members will find himself in the status of a knight-captain.
— It would be good to know the fate that awaits our current headquarters after the relocation. It's just idle curiosity, but still.
— The issue of transport also needs to be discussed. A train is not an option, it's too long. Wyverns would be more convenient if Her Majesty is generous enough. This will also facilitate access to the important trading post in the person of Margel.
This is just off the top of my head. There will probably be new questions, so I think my presence is important. Also, I would like to remind you of our conversation yesterday about the towers – this is extremely important information to discuss.