I took care of diplomatic and military matters at my Citadel, and was tasked with protecting it. As we were not officially associated with any military, at times I was tasked with overseeing treaties and the like.
[ it's a practiced response, a little political. ]
I do not think of it as a glamorous position, and I did leave it behind eventually, but many would consider it an honor.
I was presented with the option to stay and tend to the citadel, or follow someone I love very dearly on their journey through the skies. In such a situation, what could I do but listen to my heart?
[ she doesn't sound ashamed. others can crave status, but she knows what she wants more than that. it's simply a matter of priority. ]
[ There's something that flickers across her expression at the question, something almost indescribable, but it's gone before either of them can blink. Her smile is vivacious and confident, as it always is. ]
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Medb grins. ]
At least you know you should earn it. A queen's judgment is her own.
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[ medb seems more like a stereotypical king. not that vira minds her demeanor. ]
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[ That much is firm, and that much will never change for her. She is queen in name but king in function. ]
They are to be equal to me, if that.
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[ she sounds surprised, though pleasantly so. ]
I must admit it'd be nice to see more women holding such roles—it was all but impossible on the island I was born to.
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[ crush the patriarchy.
as if she didn't become queen because her father paved the way for her. ]
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[ though she doesn't really give men much thought either way. ]
I was able to forge a life for myself away from my island. I realize not everyone is so lucky, or perhaps so bold.
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[ Her interest is piqued and has her leaning closer. ]
Fortune favors the bold, and you were rewarded. What do you do as lord-commander?
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[ it's a practiced response, a little political. ]
I do not think of it as a glamorous position, and I did leave it behind eventually, but many would consider it an honor.
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[ Medb almost sounds amused, but she's still more curious than anything else.
Even if there are many other things packed in that anything else. ]
What made you leave?
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I did not hate my duties, but in the end, I prioritized love.
[ her position was fine—the work she accomplished was more than adequate. still, power was never the most important thing to her. ]
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[ She laughs and leans closer. Is it time to gossip? There is no better time than Saturday...1 instead of Saturday...2! ]
Tell me more.
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[ she doesn't sound ashamed. others can crave status, but she knows what she wants more than that. it's simply a matter of priority. ]
Would you consider yourself a romantic?
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Of course! I'm known for it back home.
[ Medb, the woman with many loves. ]
Are you in love with that someone?