Kel looked at the papers in Wyldon's hand, completely perplexed as to what they could be. Gently, she took them from him when he offered them to her, and flipped to the last page. The signature there astounded her so much that she didn't even notice when Lord Wyldon stood up and left.
King Jonathan of Conte
The royal seal was superimposed over the writing, leaving Kel with no doubt about it being the real thing. With hands that shook, she returned to the beginning and began to read.
Lady Knight Keladry of Mindelan,
I will not waste time with petty greetings and salutations. I have heard about your excursion into Scanara, and I want you to know I am displeased with your actions.
The other documents here are orders I have for you, along with your duties at New Hope. Lord Wyldon has told me you did what you thought your duty as a noble was, so I will not punish you further.
Mark this though, another breach such as this will not be tolerated. Your first duty as a knight is to your overlord, and when you disregard a strict order you put in jeopardy everything you have worked for.
Truly,
King Jonathan of Conte
Kel looked at the letter, dumbstruck. Rereading it, she could not believe her eyes. She had always known that her King seemed to have a nasty streak to him, but Kel had never imagined it went this far.
Rising to her feet, she turned to go. Stepping out of the door, with the letter still clutched tight in her fist, she didn't notice Lord Wyldon until he placed a caring arm on her shoulder.
"Keladry," His voice was rough still, but there was a hint of warmth in his somber eyes, "King Jonathan also sent me a missive about you, so I know what is in that letter. I realize he sounds harsh, but I want you to know, he really is a good man."
"Yes, sir." Kel was still too astounded to say much else, but she noted with relief that Wyldon seemed to understand. With a squeeze of his hand, he let her leave the building.
In the sunlight once again, Kel blinked, then read the letter another time. She put on her Yamani mask, then strode off to find Neal. Kel wanted to know what he thought of this.
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Yes, I know it's really short, but I wanted to get this much of it up. I'll have more by the weekend, I promise.
And I also don't really care for Jon, so that's why the letter was so evil… Sorry.
To all those who have supplied names, thanks! It really helps!
Until the next update, Sull89