He does not forget that Lucrezia follows. She is at the back of his mind as he thinks of those he's met and those who pledge loyalty to these lands. Tephra is an oasis for its people and no one should own it fully. He is claimed Its, Tephras, protector and nothing more. Anyone here should have just as much say, as anyone else living within its borders, but only a select few are needed to mediate the masses. Magnus seemed loyal and trustworthy, a staple to Tephra and what has made her into the land it is. General would suit him well and Krom is glad to hear he accepts.
Knowing that Lucerzia had recently returned to the Kingdom -from their commonland meeting- he mulls over the thought of her being designated as Adviser. He is most certain the assignment would suit her, but when he sees the blackened ash mare of his furthest memories, the thought pauses. The devotion she held for this land could not be overlooked, and he wonders if she has been intertwined in the roots of Tephra much deeper than could be expected by most.
His eyes are kind as he watches her shuffle uneasily under the scrutiny of their wait. He does not know their relationships; Magnus, Amorette and Lucrezia, and just how close they all are beside just Tephra. Maybe in time he will be able to know the finer details but today is about the land as a whole.
Her answer is simple in words as much as tone, and he can tell she is humble. He smiles at her name and speaks it from his own tongue, "Amorette." He nods his head with a slight pause to gather his thoughts, "Surely someone who has remained devoted to these lands as long as you have would do well as an Adviser of Tephra. If , you so kindly would do the honors..."
His pause is only long enough to gather her response, before he turns to address them all, "I strongly believe that Tephra should belong to no one. That we are to belong to her, serve her and her people. Be kind, welcoming to all who wish to make her home." His uplifted voice turns more solemn, "This had been my Mothers vision for Ischia. That taking care of the land and her people, reigned above all else. That greed or ambition would lose to the strength of family." His eyes shift to regard each one of them, "I would be honored to call you all family." His gaze lands finally on Lucrezia with a genuine smile. This had been the vision he had seen in the meadow that day. He hopes she knew now, his intention then were nothing but good.
@[magnus] @[Amorette] @[Lucrezia] wanted to give anyone the chance to appear that wished to respond. If Amorette wishes to refuse the offer of Tephras Adviser feel free to say so
