Author's Note:
Baby Mama Valkyria : I know its not from Eragon, I know Eragon. And corset are evil!
Meijin Lightus : Still have no idea who he is.
Anyway, hope you enjoy this chapter.
Chapter 54 – New developments
"That looks fantastic!" Rose gasped. She and Sparrow stood before a new painting of the two of them.
"We do look pretty good." Sparrow nodded, she turned to the painter. "This painting is perfect. Thank you."
"It was no trouble at all, your majesty." The artist bowed "I am honoured to share your beauty to our kingdom." Sparrow blushed as he left.
"I'm not that pretty…" Sparrow muttered, looking up at the painting. Casting a sad gaze over her muscular frame barely concealed by the elegance of her royal gown, and to her missing eye.
"You are Sparrow, don't let anyone tell you otherwise. Now..." Rose clapped her hands. "I have finally wrote up those reports you asked for of those town visits. Would you like me to go over them for you?"
"That would be great. Let's go to the study." Sparrow nodded. The study had two desks. One for Rose, which was in the corner of the room. It was covered with neat piles of papers. Unlike Sparrow, Rose could read and write, and thus Sparrow had to count on her for writing you reports and degrees. Sparrow's desk was set before a large window, dead centre. It had a quill and some ink so she could sign her name on the important document. The two sisters had quickly figured out a system in which they could work in perfect harmony.
Sparrow settled at her desks as Rose went to her desk and picked up a few papers.
"Right. Lets start with Bowerstone and it's different sectors. They are all happy with the current state of the city, a few complaints of petty crimes, but that can be easily resolved. No major concerns or improvements were expressed. So, from that I suggest we should leave it for now, and check again next year." Rose said, looking up from the papers, Sparrow was looking thoughtful.
"That is a promising idea. Maybe we could plan annual visits to each town to keep an eye on their progress. That way, we can continue to hear the voices of the people, whilst also showing Albion how close we want to remain with the people. It is a win-win situation." Sparrow nodded.
"I'll make note of it and plan visits for next year." Rose smiled "Now, Brightwood…Now, the only major stuructures there is the old Brightwood Tower and a farm. Brightwood Tower, from the records, belongs to Garth. So, currently there is only the farm owners and their workers there. They are happy with where they are, but it seems they are having issues with Assassins and Bandits. They have requested that they be dealt with as soon as possible."
"I shall go there on my next available day to see what I can do." Sparrow said
"I will inform them of that." Rose nodded. "Oakfield, Quite happy. No major worries, very little crime. Though, rumours of a hobbe cave located there is going around and clearly people are worried. They also want permission to build a few more houses."
"I can send Edward to investigate the Hobbe rumours. And, I see no issues with the expension of Oakfield. I know it is a lovely place and an ideal place for people looking for a relaxing life to settle down." Sparrow smiled. "I would check upon the rumours myself, but I am not fond of fighting them if they are true."
"I will inform the people, I am sure they will be happy with the efforts you are making." Rose assured her, she looked at the reports once more. "Right…Rookridge, Okay. Issues with Hobbes and Bandits, but they are easily dealt with. The gyspy camp is happy and finally Bloodstone…" Sparrow saw the concern on her sister's face.
"What's wrong? I lived in Bloodstone for two years, they are nice people." Sparrow said
"I know Sparrow, I saw how much they loved you when we visited. It's just… they are not too happy with the idea of becoming like the other towns of Albion. And, even they are unsure of how long it could take to even try changing their ways. Bloodstone has always been a port for Pirates…" Rose frowned
"Then for now, let's tell them we need time to consider what changes need to be made, the costs of the changes and how to protect that port from Pirates." Sparrow said. "They are a lawless time and may seem unwelcoming then other towns, but their hearts are in the right place."
"I believe you." Rose smiled "so, I will get down to writing out a plan for the next few weeks. We are going to be very, very busy."
"Thanks Rose. I would be lost without you." Sparrow told her.
"I would be lost without you too. At least I can be of use to you here. And you know I will always be here to help you with anything." Rose smiled "We are sister's after all!"
"Thanks Rose." Sparrow smiled, Rose went to her desk and began to make notes, Sparrow took a deep breath and sighed. This life was going to take some getting use too.
