Board Thread:Middle Earth Roleplays/@comment-26210095-20160802150021/@comment-26453572-20160812233424

Patrick.vtap wrote: The Lord of Minas Morgul wrote: Patrick.vtap wrote: "Yes. I uncovered a conspiracy by my father's most trusted advisor to put himself on the throne. I found certain documents that confirmed my suspicions. He was tried before a court of law, the evidence was damming." He says as he takes a sip of the wine. "Pelargir will run as it always has, being the main center for the navy and trade of Gondor. You will find that I increased the efficiency of the system, which will mean more silvers for the royal coffers." Sorry, I didn't see this.

"That is quite shocking news, and I am glad you caught the scheme before this advisor could take the throne, though perhaps not early enough. Sad it may be, but I see you are already doing well as the new lord of Pelargir. I think we can both agree that the Kingdom could always use some more riches, especially considering all of the people we have to take care of, and the armies we have to manage. But concerning these usurpers, might I ask what you have done with them?" "Trial and public execution my lord, done according to the laws of the Reunited Kingdom." "Very well, so long as it corresponds with our laws justly."

He pauses for a moment, and continues.

"Based on the circumstances, it is a concern of mine that tensions may rise. A coup is no light subject, and it effects us all. I would recommend you tighten your own guard, but only to an extent that won't alarm civilians. Only until we know that Pelargir is safe from rebellion. I am also going to send in military reinforcements from Anorien. Expect them by the end of next week."

What he doesn't tell Aerion is that he will be sending in spies, as well. He doesn't fully trust Aerion at this point, and won't risk a division of the kingdom.

(No, Shade, I didn't go metagamer, these are based on legitimate concerns a king would have.)