A DELEGATION of Atianna nobles from the SRR all converge on Duirt and the Atianna Estate lead by Storm, her Uncle Marcus, and her father Father. SEVERAL other high powered family members arrived with the delegation. The maids scampered about to get rooms and accommodations ready for the flood of incoming nobles. Storm gave the order to summon all family members forth. They need to be the first to know what transpired in the Voran Capitol of Windamere, It would affect the ENTIRETY of the family from hence forth. They all assembled in the great hall and Storm stood in the center addressing her family

<Softly> As most of you know...I just spent the last month with Uncle Marcus...and father discussing our family's NEXT move. To put it plainly...the Republics behavior towards its merchant nobles in this city was deplorable and inexcusable! her eyes flashed as it always did when her family is in peril <softly> House Atianna is a MAJOR contributor to that government as our taxes alone fills ONE THIRD of the coffers for the Silver Rain Republic. The Doge and his council showed absolutely NO concern; for the welfare of the very noble houses that help support the government.

I almost lost my beloved daughter and quite a few of you during the siege. As I stated earlier, its inexcusable to send NO aid or supplies or troops till the very end of the battle. Forces should have been sent the moment our houses were in danger. There was nothing to prevent them from assisting. The delegation sought my advice before approaching the Doge and his council for aid. An agreement was reached ONLY when it would line the pockets of the government, Their greed was the only thing on their minds and not the safety of the very noble houses that fund the government.

As everyone knows...I am a tolerant woman till the safety of my family and kin are placed in jeopardy. After months of collaborating with Uncle Markus and the Voran King, an agreement has been reached. House Atianna will remove itself from the Republic and relocate to the City of Windamere. Being that DUirt is a coastal city the entirety of the fleet will operate from here. We will become Vorans FIRST Noble Merchant house. The taxes we paid to the Republic can definitely be used here after the affects of the siege so his majesty King Turdy assures us.

House Atianna will help set POLICY for the commerce and trade with a premiere seat on the developing council. Our fleet of 25 ships shall be docked here in Duirt. Enlarging the docks to accommodate our fleet will start immediately. A grand house is in the works of being constructed in the city of Windamere, not far from the royal palace of King Turdy. Effective immediately House Atianna is cutting TIES with the Silver Rain Republic.

her eyes narrow at her next words I'm quite sure House Kraken can TRY and fill the void left by House Atianna with its few ships. This is not a secret. This is why I am announcing it to the family first before rumors abound and you all wonder why you never heard anything about it. she steps out of the way and Marcus Atianna...HEAD of House Atianna replaces her

<Marcus> My beloved niece was instrumental in putting together this plan in a way that is both economically sound and prudent. The way she has this laid out will be of minimal expense to House Atianna. King Turdy and his staff are willing to concede several boons in our favor for the influx of revenue they would never of gained without us. House Atianna will FLOURISH here in Vorus...and not just as a regular merchant house. I foresee great things to come for our family.

he looks to his niece and inclines his head with the utmost pride and respect. Her father beamed at his daughter as well. With little to no ceremony or fuss questions where answered as they where asked by family members as the servants went about serving refreshments and still preparing the estate for the influx of family members

(( Questions can be posted here for those that EVENTUALLY hear about this meeting and have questions for Storm. It wasnt a family secret...just the family was informed FIRST and foremost before outsiders heard. Everyone can assume they have all heard about it ))

With Askaari still a prominent member of House Sterker in the Duirt House. House Sterker immediately welcomes House Atianna to the fold and is in direct talks to his own family in Windamere keeping them appraised in the unfolding of such an event. As well as initiating talks between the Houses to be the first after the king, to take advantage of the trading boon.

(( So just initiating the talks as he's not the head of the House, he'll let the higher positioned people do their jobs. He can make the introductions as he'd met and had a favorable reputation with the Heads of House Atianna. In this, his House may even favor that he's part dragon due to House Atianna's Dragon connection. ))

He rises to speak adjusting his fine clothing and his hat. He spoke with a strong voice but not shouting.

Since time before my own birth House Tenderfoot and later House Frost has stood with House Atianna in all things. I myself aided House Atianna in matters that were needed as has my Sisters, Father and Mother. House Tenderfoot continues to stand with House Atianna and we stand ready to fight for this moment if it is needed.

Erm ... basically what he said. Rani said, having recently returned from her own trip to Windemere to visit her parents. She was also dressed in her diplomatic finery And I have had my suspicions of the SSR for some time during the Siege. So I wish to let you know that it is my intention to travel incognito to the SRR and do some .... discrete investigation .... into the Doge and House Kraken. As the Aventi would say .. there's something fishy going on and it smells bad.

Norret on behalf of house Demha not only welcomes House Atianna but also throws a great gala at the Demha manor in celebration.