1 Kingsway. 9:41.
King Alistair,
As per your last request, here is the most recent update on the matter of the Wardens.
I do not feel as though I could do sufficient justice to the events that transpired at Adamant Fortress in a mere letter. Thus, be assured that the Inquisition dealt with the matter swiftly and decisively. The Grey Wardens have lodged themselves at Skyhold to recuperate from the ordeal, along with their remaining commander Loghain Mac Tir. I must sadly inform you that Leonie Caron, co-commander of the Fereldan company, perished bravely in combat. The Inquisition is happy to host the Grey Wardens, and welcomes their assistance in the fight against Corypheus.
I am sure that you have heard the reports of Red Templars manifesting across wide swathes of southern Thedas. These agents of the enemy have been spotted as far afield as the Hissing Wastes and Emprise du Lion. Within Ferelden, Sister Nightingale informs me that they have established a port on the north-eastern coast. I am afraid that this is all the intelligence that we possess currently on that particular matter. As for Corypheus himself, he appears to be lying low – for the meantime.
I trust that this letter will wing its way swiftly to you, and hope that the situation does not change in the meantime. We live in a time of great flux, Your Majesty, and every dawn brings a new challenge.
Regards,
Josephine Montilyet, Ambassador of the Inquisition.
11 Kingsway, 9:41
Lady Montilyet,
Mac Tir has written to me about Adamant Fortress – it sounds like a bloody nightmare. The queen has asked me to pass on her gratitude to the Inquisitor for her part in the redemption of the Grey Wardens. As I'm sure you're aware, both she and myself have a vested interest in the Fereldan Order. Thanks for not banishing them – besides, I'm not sure if you have the authority to do that within my kingdom (!)
I also appreciate the tip-off about the Red Templar port on the Storm Coast. Teyrn Fergus Cousland took a detachment of troops from Highever and laid waste to it. There's nothing left save for some wreckage and bits of red lyrium. Still, I wouldn't be surprised if more of the bastards show up elsewhere. I hope they've been harassing Orlais in equal quantity.
Speaking of Orlais, my uncle Teagan Guerrin is currently serving at Celene's court as our ambassador. He's written that there may be trouble in store for the Empress – some factional dispute turned nasty. It doesn't sound like anything out of the ordinary for our neighbours, but it's worth keeping an eye on.
How's the Breach faring these days? Still raining down demons on my country?
Alistair Theirin.
PS – My wife has included a note for Sister Nightingale. I've included a translation.
19 Kingsway, 9:41
King Alistair,
The Inquisition is heartened to hear of your assistance in suppressing the Red Templar threat. They are the allies and pawns of Corypheus, and every blow against them will strike him too. I humbly request that you pass on the Inquisitor's personal gratitude to the teyrn.
Skyhold is happy to house the Grey Wardens until they recover their strength. We understand well the importance of the Order. Besides, we are already hosting the rebel mages within our walls – the fortress is large enough to accommodate the numbers. The mages have proved invaluable in bolstering our defences against our foes. I don't wish to sound presumptuous, but would you not reconsider your decree of exile against them? They were, after all, instrumental in suppressing the Breach.
Regards,
Josephine Montilyet, Ambassador of the Inquisition.
PS- I attach a return note from Sister Nightingale to Queen Florence. Sister Nightingale wishes me to remind you that she can perfectly comprehend the queen's 'unique' manner of writing, and no translation was necessary.
25 Kingsway, 9:41
Lady Montilyet,
The rebel mages caused as much damage to Ferelden as the Templars who persecuted them. I'm not saying that I agree with the concept of Circles, but there needs to be some sort of compromise. My people have paid a high price for a war that had nothing to do with them.
I suggest that I meet with the leader of the rebel mages at Skyhold and see if we can reach some agreement. I've been chafing at the bit here in Denerim anyway – I want to see this Breach for myself, and to meet with your commanders. I don't know how your Inquisitor feels, but the situation now seems too urgent for letters.
Expect us by mid-Harvestmere.
Alistair Theirin
28 Kingsway, 9:4
King Alistair,
The Inquisition would be honoured to receive you at Skyhold. The leader of the rebel mages is keen on opening discussions.
A clarification, if I may be so presumptuous: you said, expect "us"?
Regards,
Josephine Montilyet, Ambassador of the Inquisition
1 Harvestmere, 9:41
Lady Montilyet,
Where I go, my queen goes, and where she goes, so do our children.
See you soon,
Alistair Theirin.
OOC Author Note: Well hellooooooo again :D I thought this would be a fun story to write - a return to Ferelden, set ten years after the events of Origins! I really wanted to come back to Alistair and Flo, and see how they were doing, and of course the whole Corypheus mess is going on XD So I thought it'd be a pretty cool thing if I could mess with canon (as usual! nothing new here!) and bring King Alistair and his family to Skyhold! This is just a little introductory chapter - I'm definitely going to be a lot slower putting out the updates, since I'm five and a half months pregnant and super anaemic at the moment, so I have like ZERO energy ahahaha. I go to bed at 8:30pm every night because I'm so exhausted! But I'm really excited to be writing this too :) As we can tell, Flo's writing skills haven't improved at all in a decade, lol