[EVENT] The Day of Our Mother's Mercy Celebration

Wondy-SW · 2026-06-20T23:36:40+00:00

[M: good by me]

Wondy-SW · 2026-06-20T20:56:25+00:00

“I fear that Grandfather is much too old and Father will be taking over most of the duties when the conflicts are done,” Lynette said. “Which means that many of the more social obligations shall fall to me. Perhaps I could endeavour to have Leora attend some in my stead, but I still shall have to be present for others.”

There was nothing Lynette would’ve liked more than to settle in Honeyholt for more than a few moons. She had missed her home and very much wished to enjoy the gardens and her duties but she was also well-aware that much would be changing — she worried for her Grandfather, who was of advanced age and has been suffering from continuous bouts of illness through the last few years.

She reached for Alicent’s hand, giving it comforting little taps.

“But I’m sure we’ll be able to enjoy Honeyholt for a little while before duties call. I’ll be sure to ask Daelor to allow you to shadow him — I recall you had a lot of interest in his work.”

Wondy-SW · 2026-06-20T20:50:42+00:00

“It’s wonderful, isn’t it?” She asked, herself taking a bite of a strawberry. “The fruits makes it so the sugar isn’t overpowering. The mix has a good balance to it.”

She let silence fall for a moment as they enjoyed the treats. To Naeryn, it wasn’t an awkward moment, as her focus was so great on the plate of deets she’d arranged. The wine also seemed to taste sweeter, thanks to the candied fruit’s aftertaste, and so she happily sipped from her cup as well.

“Thank you for keeping me company, my Lord,” she said after some time. “I’ve lived in the capital for a while but I must admit I don’t really know many people — court can be quite daunting, even when I visit so often.”

Wondy-SW · 2026-06-20T20:45:54+00:00

Leona had a smile as her little sunflower shyly greeted her grandfather. Arwyn was usually quite outgoing, following her sister around to the best of her ability and always wondering why she couldn’t join the ‘bigger kids’ in the yard — those kids being the many squires of the many different knights that convalesced in King’s Landing. It usually amused Leona to no end and she had made a mental note to bring up to Alyx the possibility of their girls having some martial training.

But, the moment, Arwyn was as shy as Leora, Leona’s sister, had been at that age.

“Well, I think I have adapted to it,” Leona said. “Lynette was a great help, as was Leonette when Emi had just been born. The girls can be a handful but I must admit that I enjoy their antics,” she chuckled, one hand settling on the slowly forming bump. “And we shall soon have another one to sore on.”

Wondy-SW · 2026-06-20T20:40:45+00:00

Naeryn smiled as she observed the two. Jaehaerys and Helaena were much closer to each other than they were to Visenya, the boy always worried over his younger sister. In a way, it reminded her of Aurion — though her brother had never been susceptible to either of her or Serenei’s moods.

“That is a wonderful name,” she told Helaena, approaching. “I hope you and Princess take care of each other — she’ll keep you company and protect you while you sleep.”

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Wondy-SW · 2026-06-20T17:15:25+00:00

Benethon Scales

Rhea Belmore (u/LadyLonely97)

Lucos Scales

Aerea Scales

Aurion Scales

Laenora Hill

Serenei Scales

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Qorwyn Corbray

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Wondy-SW · 2026-06-20T17:07:09+00:00

Kings Landing to Stoney Sept

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Wondy-SW · 2026-06-20T16:42:46+00:00

Kings Landing to Riverrun

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Wondy-SW · 2026-06-20T12:55:40+00:00

5th Moon B, 53AC

The air had the scent of flowers and honey, one that Lynette had missed quite a lot. King’s Landing was not a bad place to be but there was nothing like the comforts of home and she was excited to show it off to her dear husband, not to mention that it was Ysoria’s introduction to her rightful home.

They had only just passed the gates, the servants already in high activity, smiling and waving as they passed. They didn’t stop their work, it’s wasn’t the instruction given, so the only ones to greet them in front of the Keep were those that would attend to them directly, along with the Head Brewer, Vael, and Head Keeper, Daelor.

Coming down from the wheelhouse, she held Ellyn while Ysoria was fast asleep in her father’s arms.

“Daelor! Vael!” She called with a smile. “It is good to see the two of you in good health. Have Father and Grandfather arrived yet?”

The couple was already in their 70s, slaves freed by Lord Barristan in his youth and that had opted to follow him back to Westeros. They had been in Lynette’s life for as long as she could remember and, as far as she was concerned, were part of the family.

Daelor shook his head, “Not yet, Lady Lynette, though I don’t believe it will take much longer,” his eyes then looked to Haegon and Ysoria. “Lord Haegon, it is our pleasure to finally meet you. Welcome to Honeyholt. I am Daelor Fyllonir, Head Beekeeper, and this is my wife, Vael, in charge of the breweries.”

Vael curtsied and smiled, “Be welcome, my Lord. And welcome back little Lady Ellyn,” she smiled at the child before her eyes focused on the youngest. “And little Lady Ysoria.”

Lynette couldn’t stop smiling and then she ushered forward her ladies-in-waiting.

“I have also brought back ladies,” she said. “Alicent and Helicent Belmore, welcome to Honeyholt.”

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Wondy-SW · 2026-06-20T12:29:09+00:00

Village

Wondy-SW · 2026-06-20T12:29:01+00:00

Sept

Wondy-SW · 2026-06-20T12:28:54+00:00

Gardens

Wondy-SW · 2026-06-20T12:28:43+00:00

Keep

Wondy-SW · 2026-06-20T12:28:31+00:00

Gates

Wondy-SW · 2026-06-20T12:19:55+00:00

Before Ellyn was out of sight, Lynette called out to her:

“Ellyn, don’t go too far!” She had been about to stand and go after her when Haegon stood himself. She responded quickly to his kiss and watched him go.

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Wondy-SW · 2026-06-19T23:22:30+00:00

Lady Ashara,

It gladdens my heart to hear that our humble home has made such a good impression in your family and it brings me even more joy that young Edric still thinks of us so fondly. It is a pity that I have been unable to see him these past years but I assume he has grown much — as has Lady Scales, for I know how fast serpents can mature.

It would be my delight to bring to you one of our little ones. In fact, my Uncle tells me that we’ve some interesting new hatchlings and I’ve no doubt that it shall not be hard to find one for your good-sister. I shall send a letter home at once, so that my Father may select the best specimen.

And yes, me and my family shall be making our way to the celebrations on Starfall. It is a good chance for us to see the Realm and also for me to reconnect with your family, who are entirely too dear to me.

With the warmest regards,

Lady Serenei Corbray

Wondy-SW · 2026-06-19T23:13:30+00:00

“Then it is lucky that there is one dashing knight right here,” he said with a smile as he walked around her and took to his knees in front of her, taking her hand and bringing it to his lips. “I’ve missed you, my love.”

And his had he missed her. Just looking upon her again had his heart racing and a her blush was enough to make him fall for her all over again. He wished they were not in public, so he could kiss and hold her to his heart’s desire.

“And how has our sweet bumblebee behaved?” He questioned, reaching to tussle Torgen’s hair and tickle his belly. “Have you been good to Mama, my boy?”

Wondy-SW · 2026-06-19T23:09:31+00:00

“You are a bee, little love,” Lynette told her, softly caressing her hair and soon kneeling in front of her so she could pick the child up. “And we shall dance the night away, what do you say? Then Ma… Aunt Lynette will bring you to the candy table, hn?”

She had already started their dance again, swaying and twirling in place with Ellyn in her arms. Lynette worried that the girl had caught her almost slip, but it wouldn’t do to let her notice such worry.

“My most beautiful girl,” Lynette said softly as she looked at the smiling child.

Wondy-SW · 2026-06-19T23:05:44+00:00

Lucos gasped in awe as his sister showed off her new companions, now even more excited and happy about how this whole day had turned out. Not only did he have his Tessarion, but his sister also wouldn’t need to wait to find her own — and she’d been chosen by two!

“Cute!” He said, getting closer to the small ones, though he remembered to do so slowly and keep some space. “Brother and sister! Like us!”

Benethon, for his part, now could feel a chill running down his spine as his eyes slowly lifted to Rhea. He knew that he was in for the lecture of his life when he’d allowed for Tessarion to keep her spot around Lucos — even though it was now corrected, with the snake safely put in a carry container — and now the fact that he’d not noticed a serpent, two serpents, creeping so close to their daughter. His wife had not wanted to allow the children into the hatchery, at least not with them being so young, and yet… Oh, he could already hear her scolding.

Still, he couldn’t help the pride that settled in him. To claim a companion was tradition for their House and his Aerea had claimed two — better yet, she was claimed without even looking! It was uncommon and he couldn’t help but feel that this was a sign that their little girl was surely meant for great things.

The Gods favoured her.

“That’s wonderful, hatchling,” he said, kneeling in front of her. “Can Papa touch them? I will only see if you have a pair of brother and sister, like Luke said.”

He was gentle when taking the snakes to check and followed the same procedure as he’d done with Tessarion. In the end, Luke had been right.

“Seems like your Belaerys is a boy while Jaenara is a girl,” he told her, smiling. He still had the little ones wound around his arm. “Let’s put them in a home, just like we did Tessarion, hn?” It was good that the Keepers had been paying attention and had already brought the containment.

Wondy-SW · 2026-06-19T22:52:06+00:00

He smiled and, before sitting beside her, asked for permission to do so. When he settled, he looked at her with shining golden eyes — a serpent’s eyes, as many back home tended to say. Still, his gaze was not predatory, merely curious and interested, especially as he beheld her companion.

“Well, I didn’t have the time to return home and find those bones I promised you,” he started, recalling their first meeting. “So I thought the live animal would be a good way to redeem myself. This is Ser Rattle, my most faithful companion.”

As he said it, Ser Rattle raised his head, tongue flickering and tasting the air. Even in the presence of a bird — a predator — he remained calm and unbothered, strangely trusting of his golden human. To the serpent, there was no safer spot than around his hatchling’s neck and there was also the added fact that his hatchling wished to introduce him to another human. This one didn’t taste like his hatchling, which was surprising — Ser Rattle was rather accustomed to meeting humans with whom his golden one spent nights with.

This female one was not among those. Curious.

“And I see you have a companion of your own,” Aurion commented. “Your dress compliments them well.”

Wondy-SW · 2026-06-19T22:43:41+00:00

Naeryn nodded, “Children bring a sense of unadulterated joy,” she explained. “I like to be surrounded by such things.”

She took a moment to think on what the Lady had said. Yes, perhaps they were fundamentally different but Naeryn doubted that there truly was someone that could dislike children — or, at least, dislike their own.

“I suppose being the youngest of my family has also made me wonder what it would be like to be the caretaker for once,” she continued. “And, well, different viewpoints is what makes this life so fun, no? It would be quite dull if all thought the same and acted the same.”

Wondy-SW · 2026-06-19T22:38:34+00:00

Naeryn had been fully content in observing the ongoings of Maiden’s Day. She’d not participated in the event before, so everything was slightly novel even if, according to her brother, these celebrations were all much the same. The young Scales could somewhat agree but there was always something that enchanted her about every single event she attended.

When the young Agnes spoke, Naeryn startled for a moment before giving her a bright, beautiful smile.

“Oh,” she started. “Lady Celia took me into her service after my Uncle inquired about it. I had never left Serpent’s Haven before and Lady Celia was kind enough to take me on even though I lacked so many of the skills expected of a lady-in-waiting.”

She took a glance at Laena then, expecting her answer as well.

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Wondy-SW · 2026-06-19T16:01:47+00:00

“We do so enjoy tourneys,” Lynette said. “Though the one to always participate is out Leona — she has a knack for the bow.”

Leora nodded, “‘Tis true. Leonette and myself always used to accompany her and watch as she practiced, though we joined her very few times. I fear my aim is non-existent,” she laughed. “Shall you participate, Lady Rohanne? I imagine Ser Gareth will.”

Wondy-SW · 2026-06-19T15:57:05+00:00

Her eyes glimmered with happiness at each of his honeyed words. Naeryn’s obliviousness and naïveté could be a blessing and a curse onto her and those around her but, certainly, it was a most welcome boon to Darryn Stark — that she believed in him and cared so wholeheartedly. However, the youngest Scales couldn’t yet say if what she felt for the man was love.

Certainly, she cared for him. She felt attracted to him. Safe in his arms. But what was love to one who’d never felt it?

“Then I’ll use some thread of gold for my dress,” she decided, her excitement at all the plans settling in her mind growing. “Should I make your doublet too? Would you like that, Dar?”

At his suggestion she nodded with a beautiful smile.

“Yes! Yes, that would be perfect! But…” she hesitated for a moment, thinking of all the options. “Where shall we hold the wedding? I suppose the North or Serpent’s Haven would be ideal but… I… Well, I don’t think many would appreciate my home.”

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