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Post by King Mark of Cornwall on Nov 28, 2011 1:05:03 GMT
Mark was amused at the man's impertinence, but did not show it.
"I know what you are, but I do not know who you are." replied Mark. "First tell me you name and then I will tell you why I wanted to see you."
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Post by Morgan le Fay on Nov 28, 2011 1:12:03 GMT
"My name is Telio," the druid replied. "I do not flaunt myself before you Christians, lord, so that is why you do not know my name."
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Post by King Mark of Cornwall on Nov 28, 2011 5:43:24 GMT
"Well Telio, I bid you welcome." said Mark. He rose and crossed to a table that held a jug of wine. He poured two cups, setting one down in front of Telio.
After a pause, he said "I called you here to ask for some information. You no doubt have heard of the Thirteen Treasures of Britain?"
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Post by Morgan le Fay on Nov 28, 2011 19:02:35 GMT
Telio cradled the cup in his hand but did not yet drink.
"I have, of course. We druids are trained in such things that concern our gods and the history of our land. What of them, lord?"
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Post by King Mark of Cornwall on Nov 28, 2011 20:22:05 GMT
"Our High King Arthur is on a quest to find them. I wish to know if any are located in Cornwall. I hear stories that a mantle that makes the wearer invisible and another of a sword with special powers may be located in my lands."
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Post by Morgan le Fay on Nov 29, 2011 0:34:59 GMT
"Indeed. I have heard of these treasures, certainly. But, my lord, if you are interested in this quest, why do you not follow King Arthur?"
Telio met Mark's gaze without fear. He did not care if he was impertinent.
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Post by King Mark of Cornwall on Nov 30, 2011 4:31:45 GMT
Mark smiled. "If these treasures are in Cornwall, then they should stay in Cornwall. Would you not agree?"
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Post by Morgan le Fay on Nov 30, 2011 9:46:59 GMT
"Perhaps they should," Telio said carefully. "But the treasures were hidden for a reason and the old tales say they are meant to be used. One day."
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Post by King Mark of Cornwall on Nov 30, 2011 20:19:24 GMT
"Then those in Cornwall should be used by a Cornishman. And who better than Cornwall's king."
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Post by Morgan le Fay on Nov 30, 2011 21:00:10 GMT
Telio stared at him for a moment.
"The thirteen are one. They were always meant to be united one day. Arthur of Dumnonia may consider it treason if you hide any treasures you find from him."
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Post by King Mark of Cornwall on Dec 1, 2011 10:02:18 GMT
"Hide? Who said anything about hiding?" said Mark genially. "But I do want to know where the Cornish treasures are and I think you may be able to help me."
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Post by Morgan le Fay on Dec 1, 2011 12:17:27 GMT
The druid smiled for the first time since meeting Mark.
"Perhaps I do," he said. "But why should I speak?"
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Post by King Mark of Cornwall on Dec 1, 2011 19:50:25 GMT
"You should speak to retain my good will." replied Mark. While Cornwall may be considered a Christian kingdom, nevertheless the Old Religion is tolerated. And indeed if you were prepared to help me, I can ensure that the Old Religion will continue to exist side by side with the religion of the Christ. Your religious observances may continue to be observed in the open and I will discourage those who see your practices as nothing more than witchcraft."
He took a sip of wine.
"From what I have observed Arthur is shaping up to be a more fanatical Christian than I ever will be. Why would you want to see the Cornish treasures in his hands rather than mine?"
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Post by Morgan le Fay on Dec 1, 2011 21:40:09 GMT
"Arthur is the king whose coming was prophesied long ago before any of us were born," Telio said. "Had you heard that? Christian or pagan, Arthur's destiny is to unite the land and it's my belief he will unite Christian with pagan too. He will surely need the treasures to do that."
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Post by King Mark of Cornwall on Dec 2, 2011 21:08:51 GMT
Mark leaned forward. "Why does he need all the treasures to do that? And when you say "unite Christian with pagan" what does that mean exactly?"
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