~Translation~

To the most esteemed Lord Roger Newbury,

It is with both deep regard and admiration I am sending this letter to you. The thoughts and prayers of myself and all within my household never stray far from those of you who daily risk life and limb protecting our kingdom from the heathen barbarians to the south.

This being so, I am proud to be the one who can shine a ray of joy into your dark situation, and share with you news of the impending marriage between your young brother Julian, and my dearest daughter Elena.

Whilst I am certain your duties at the garrison are foremost on your mind; I extend a personal invitation to you to come and join us in the wedding celebrations at Lawley Fief on the 17th of Sextilis. Here, in the spirit of brotherly love and kinsmanship, I pray all familial differences will be set aside and friendship will be found between all attendees.

Within the three days of feasting and entertainment preceding the marriage ceremony; I will be hosting a small jousting tourney. Having had the great pleasure of witnessing your impressive skills within such an arena; I supremely hope you will be able to attend and take part in the event. As many of the nobility of Thiasa will be in attendance at the celebrations; any victory won there would most certainly bring the winner extensive glory and renown.

I look forward to your apt response.
Lady Katherine Lawley

A letter arrives to Lawley some weeks after the invitations were sent out.


Lady Katherine Lawley

I rejoice with you and my family at the news of the impending marrage, and I look forward to attending the celebrations at Lawley.

You have my deepest thanks for the invitation and I will do all that is within my power to be present for both the wedding and the tournament.

I ask only one thing from you. Please do not inform my father of the possibility of my presence as the knowledge might overly stress his heart in these all too stressful times.

Best regards

Sir Roger Newbury