Betrothal

Laertes smirks, “Euphemia, you are wise to recognize the value of the man who commands this unit of warriors from the Star People’s Clan. The consulate has debated the merit of an alliance with his subordinates, and we have reached a verdict.

“You, Euphemia of the village Kotz’i’jal, my daughter are to wed this man. Your union will solidify a bond between our two people and do more to ensure the survival of our people, than any elf ever has before.”

Stunned beyond words, you see the look on Olivia’s face ensures that Laertes had failed to mention this part of their agreement. Fortunately Sergeant Jericho regained his composure more quickly than the rest and thought of one glaring problem.

“From how everyone seems to be reacting to this {xenophobically}, Lieutenant first class, Nathan will have further duties to attend too besides… caring for your daughter. Duties that will lead him from your village.”

Laertes nods his head, and Euphemia’s mother steps forward with a warm and gracious smile. We will be honored to have such a capable warrior despite our… traditions.

“I assure you that our daughter is an exceptionally gifted warrior in her own right.”

Eyebrows furrowing together, Jericho reiterated his earlier statement. “Of that I am sure… What I mean to say is this: Our missions elsewhere may inspire thoughts of **** following us home. Even high in the tree’s a clever enough commander will still succeed in assailing this defense.”

Rhistel, another elder but generally less talkative and reclusive. He generally stuck to himself and rarely imparted his wisdom on others. Generally that left others more likely to hear him, as his guidance had been advantageous… especially when emotions were high and brain usage was low.

With a quiet voice, Rhistel interrupts, “We are aware that you will want to make modifications to our village to increase security for your ‘asset’. In fact, that is what we want. Our village is on the outskirts of our specie’s territory, but we stand between you and would be aggressors. Therefore it is imperative that we give you a reason beyond material wealth, to invest in our security.

With the heroic male in front of her Lady Ellaya of Thelyir, found herself also jealous of being cut out of competition so quickly. While it is true that the other species only thought of Angelus as more reclusive and difficult to find, the star men were unlike any human they ever heard of even in their personalities.

“I am Lady Ellaya of Thelyir, one of the spirits that they command told me that I may wish to be present at this meeting. For that I am very grateful.” At that Emi projects herself from a jury-rigged device that gave Nathan the impression it was scavenged from the vehicle. All of the village citizens gathered gasps at the abrupt manifestation of a translucent spirit.

Quite a few citizens of kotz’i’jal mention questions of she is a banshee {omen of ****}. “I discussed a few things with their spirit named Emi. That leads me to speak for the Queen and agree with the elder’s proclamation. Our augers and astrologists have heralded the coming of humans from the sky and that we must join with them wholly if we are to survive the coming troubles.”

A thought runs through Lady Ellaya’s head on if these humans allowed for polyamorous marriages. Similar to the Orc’s polygamy but without the male dominance. She never thought she would even entertain such an idea for a moment.

Nathan, as more than one reason to avoid disagreeing with the wood elves. The non-selfish reason is because he knew these warnings were abundantly right. The leaders your commander answered too payed attention more to budgets and politics than actual military wants for success.

One of the biggest rules of first contact is to avoid ‘intermingling’ with the native species. Siding with one state, tended to unbalance the planetary politics onto dangerous grounds.

Euphemia takes a step back and rapes her arm around Nathan’s muscular and masculine waste. He moved to subtly do the same, he prayed her mother was the only one who noticed it immediately.

With all the banter Nathan has gathered his wits and looked at Emi. “We will get a more permanent HoloGraphic Array Display she will work with your carpenters, smiths, and whoever you want to incorporate our… ‘majik’ into your cities defenses. We wish to respect your culture and customs as much as possible.”

Nathan breathes a sigh of relief as he hears Laertes respond, “Thank you, Nathan of Ithaca.”

“I’m actually from a planet called Earth.” Nathan corrects hopefully without much problem.

His hope was dashed when he heard murmuring in the crowed, “The earth? That is the ground, what we walk on…”

Speaking quickly Nathan tries to correct himself, “No but yes earth means that too, It’s what we call…” before giving up once he saw the look of overwhelming confusion in all the eyes of the Elders.

“You know what.?. forget I said anything, Yes I come from Ithaca.”