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armoricaroyalty · 4 months

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ETA: Thanks to @sirianasims for catching my typo!

#armorica story #chapter 3 #slx!#the star #breizh daily shield #simmagazine #character: frederick st. fleur #character: emily chandra #character: mary yokoyama #character: rosalind st. fleur #character: andre st. fleur #character: beatriz reyes #character: arnaut reyes #character: german reyes #armorica collabs #crownsofesha #housekonig #bridgeportbritt #simming in the rain

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𝐥𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡 | BREIZH, ARMORICA 2008

❧ happy birthday, beloved friend @armoricaroyalty ! this post is so late, but it's done, and i'm happy to share it. i'll save the huge mushy note and just say i'm so grateful to have spent all this time building the best expanded crossover universe ever, to which "collabs" doesn't do justice—that, plus all the friendship stuff, too :^)

‎‎‎‎‎❛ Elise, in a restaurant she had never been to, wearing a dress she had never worn, waiting for someone she hadn’t seen in years, was uncomfortable. She maintained a good façade, however. Pretending her confidence was unshaken had become a skill. The doubt crept in as she pushed herself into ill-fitting molds—ones that, even after all this time, she couldn’t break herself enough to suit. At her best, she didn’t want to. The pressure got to her other times. She had felt it like an unwanted touch as she stood in front of a mirror and regarded the assistant who dressed her with wary eyes. Before instructing them to pull a dress to pair with heels and jewelry, she had swallowed her pride. She could imagine, even if she didn’t know what Leonor may wear to a luncheon, how it would feel to sit across from her. She wanted to be secure and able to enjoy herself, and the price was this particular kind of discomfort.

𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐝 & 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐩𝐭 ↓

Yet, once they embraced and began to talk, it dissipated. They had both changed over the years, although Leonor especially. She wasn’t the round-faced young woman—just a girl, really, barely out of her teenage awkwardness—Elise remembered. Still, they were transported from their table for two and back to the summer house. Some of the memories were still fond ones. They had talked and laughed many times before, whether as they had breakfast in the kitchen or as they watched Roz carefully collect shells on the beach. Leonor remembered the good times, too. Though this was the first time she requested to meet, Elise had received bouquets on the occasions she was in Armorica, either on her own diplomatic business or accompanying her husband. She knew Elise liked white roses. The note, always a thick card from Breizh’s premier florist, would bear only a signature.

She hadn’t needed Leonor to say anything, but it meant something now that she did.

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{Indistinct conversation, light music}

[S] May I bring you something else while you wait, Your Majesty? [E] “Ma’am,” please. And, no, thank you. I think that’s her now.

[L] What a treat!

[E] How long has it been? Almost a decade? [L] Since the wedding.

[E] So, tell me everything. How are you? [L] {Exhales heavily}

[L] I haven’t slept more than five hours in as many years, and I can count the days off on my hands, but I love every minute of it.

[E] It must be interesting work then. [R] Rarely boring.

[E] I enjoy having so much time with my children, really, but … I do wish I had more time for the kinds of things you do. [L] “Armorica’s Mother of the Year, Every Year.” Modiste.

[E] Women can have it all now, can’t they? [L] They can. You can. You’re a queen, Elise. You can have whatever you want. [E] It’s not that simple.

[L] It is. [E] There are expectations, and other people are involved in— [L] I’m sorry, Elise, but I know you. You’re confident, capable, and very smart. You should be able to do more than tote around babies and smile for family photos. It’s their loss if you can’t.

[E] I knew what I signed up for when I married in. I’m happy. Do I wish I could do more interesting and important work? Well, not that the children aren’t interesting and important, but… [L] {Laughs} I know what you mean. And, you know—

[S] Ma’am? Your Highness? May I send your requests to the chef? [E] Oh … We didn’t even look at the menu! [S] It’s prix fixe today, but I have been instructed to assure you we can prepare anything you desire, within reason.

[E] I’ll have what she’s having. [L] {Chuckles} To start, have Abelardo make us turkey stew. He’ll know which. [S] | I’ll tell him, Your Highness.

[E] Now, I have to ask: how is it, having your own little one? She’s getting big now, right? What’s she like? [L] {Laughs} She’s five—what is there to say?

[L] I stopped taking to her to work when the breastfeeding stopped … Three years ago? Dan and I try, but I’ve heard her call the nanny “mama” by accident more than I care to admit. We went to a dance recital before the trip. She already works so hard. It’s precious. [E] Precious is right! Sounds like she takes after her mother.

[E] I remember when mine were that age. You know what Rosalind was like! Freddy? Completely different, and Jacques—

{Elise continues talking}

{Elise, talking}

[E] —and, of course, Roz being Roz, she told Freddy— [L] I have a proposal for you.

[L] Dan and I were considering inviting you and Andre to dinner sometime this week. Do you think he would be interested? [E] Um—dinner? [L] I’d like to invite Roz, too.

[E] Well, I’m not sure. It is last minute, and they both have such full schedules all the time. I could suggest it to him and see, but— [L] Elise, it’s fine.

[L] It was an idea. I can see them another time. I’m just pleased that you were available so last minute. [E] I’m glad, too.

[L] I mean it, really. We haven’t had a proper conversation in a very long time, and I’m grateful you wanted to spend time with me. [E] Thank you for asking me out. Usually it’s just the flowers.

[L] I respect and care for you, Elise. [E] That’s very sweet … [L] I always have, and I always will. I didn’t always show it—quite the opposite—but it’s important to me that you know that.

[E] I believe you. I do.

[L] Oh, do you smell that? Chili, achiote … [E] Sounds spicy. [L] {Snickers}

[L] I had an idea while we were splitting that poached pear. [E] Did you? [L] An interesting and important opportunity for you. [E] Leonor… [L] | Leave it all to me. I insist.

[E] Thank you. [L] My pleasure.

#you won't believe the ordeal of posting this dsdfsf #n.collab #ch.leonor #ch.elise #reyes.outtake.2

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trentonsimblr · 11 months

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Which nations have treaties with each other? What are the conditions? How did these arrangements come about?

Awesome question! I’m sure Trenton has some treaties with other simblrs floating around out there probably Whitmore @whitmoreroyals , Simdonia @bridgeportbritt , the one country from @atreanroyals and maybe with Audicia @ardeney-sims and Armorica @armoricaroyalty ? There’s probably others that I can’t remember off hand. I’m now thinking of making a page for all collab related treaties/alliances and such. With the details that you’re asking about. Ooo! And maybe a submission form for future treaties/alliances!

Within my little continent there’s a bunch.

Grateron and Druzar have a long standing treaty/alliance. Basically Grateron will provide navel support when needed and Druzar won’t invade Grateron 🤣

Trenton and Irenda have been allies forever. I can’t really trace it back to any specific events/need. I’ll say that at some point in time the king of Trenton and the king of Irenda became buddies and it all started there. There’s been the occasional marriage between the two countries (Elizabeth and Nathanael being the most recent) but I promise there’s no modern day wreaths happening (though there’s a few in all of my royal families ancestry). The biggest benefit that everyone east of Druzar gets from the alliance is that Druzar has never been able to take Trenton or Irenda during past wars.

Slavell has a bunch of trade treaties with Druzar, Trenton, Grateron, etc. it’s mainly to support the country but also to keep a positive relationship with their neighbors.

The biggest one I can think of is the one Elizabeth (Trenton) made with Kristopher (Druzar) related to trade. Kristopher’s stipulation was the marriage between Ryland and Eleanor. I never worked out the details but I do know Druzar got the better end of the deal even though Kristopher doesn’t think so.

#trentonasks #thanks for the ask #crownsofesha #let me know if you like the alliance/treaty page ide!

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crownsofesha · 1 year

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A Welcome to the Clarke Gala, hosted by the Lovely Clarke Museum of Art History and Fashion. Tonight we are joined by many well known people from all across the world.

First up we have Lionellu and Azélie d’Marcillac, prince and princesse du sang. The Princess took a bold choice in those gloves, they might take an eye out.

Next we have HRH Katherine Lennoxx, Countess of Chafford, all the way from Kildenria. They are looking absolutley lovley in that purple dress.

TRH, the Prince and Princess have also joined us on the red carpet tonight, sporting lovley outfits inspired by their predecessors.

We are also joined tonight by TRH Princess Anne’s younger sibling Lord Esther, and they are joined by HRH Frederick St. Fleur, Prince of Armorica. Esther as always sporting something fabulous, but their date seems to have not gotten the memo.

TM King Richard and Queen Adelane of Elthonia have also joined us this evening. King Richard is in a velvet red coat, and Queen Adelane is in a silk blue dress.

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A BIG thank you to everyone to participated in this collab. Frederick St. Fleur, Prince of Armorica is from the amazing @armoricaroyalty, Katherine Lennoxx, Countess of Chafford is from the lovely @houseoflennoxx, and King Richard and Queen Adelane of Elthonia are from @miyuzarry.

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armoricaroyalty · 5 months

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Crown Museum of Uspanian Art and Culture // Armorican State Visit - Day 3

VIVI | ...I kind of hate them. Does that make me terrible? JULIÁN | Prince Frederick and Lady Emily? Why? VIVI | They're so perfect together. JULIÁN | ...are they? VIVI | Well, I think so. Opposites attract, right? JULIÁN | I think there's something to be said for shared interests. VIVI | Like what? Music and fashion? JULIÁN | Music, fashion, long walks on the beach...you look lovely, by the way. VIVI | Stop. You're ridiculous. JULIÁN | Beautiful, I'll say it as many times as it takes for you to believe it. VIVI | Shh! What if someone overhears you? VIVI | ...we should find somewhere we can speak privately. [Makin' out in the coat check room] VIVI | [moans softly] JULIÁN | [softly] Mmm...we should get out of here. JULIÁN | [breathily] I want you in my bed. I want to get my mouth on you. I want— VIVI | [gasps] W-wait— JULIÁN | Are you okay? VIVI | I'm sorry. You've been amazing, but I can't do this. VIVI | My husband— JULIÁN | He's not here, beautiful. He can't hurt you. VIVI | I know. VIVI | I'm sorry. You've been amazing, but...I just can't. VIVI | I really want to, but... JULIÁN | I get it. You're a good girl. VIVI | I'm sorry. JULIÁN | You apologize too much. You've done nothing wrong. But if you ever change your mind... JULIÁN | ...I'll be right here, waiting.

#armorica story #chapter 3 #behind the scenes #armorica collabs #nexility sims #character: julian reyes #character: vivienne meijer #character: frederick st. fleur #character: emily chandra

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armoricaroyalty · 16 days

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"You know me better than almost anyone. Our kids practically grew up together."

Rosalind, Freddy, Chris, Gwen, and Jacques through the years. @housekonig

#armorica ooc #armorica portraits #armorica collabs #housekonig

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armoricaroyalty · 5 months

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The Passionflower // Armorican State Visit - Day 4

JULIÁN | …I’m not going to kiss and tell. I’m a gentleman. GERMÁN | Bullshit. And come on, man. I’m not asking for the play-by-play just…y’know. Are you going to see her again? JULIÁN | Uh...maybe? JULIÁN | [sighs] I had fun, but... GERMÁN | But? JULIÁN | So how do I measure up? VIVI | To my husband? JULIÁN | [laughs] No, I’m confident I’m a better lover than him. JULIÁN | But am I the best you’ve ever had? Flatter me, beautiful, I'm very sensitive. VIVI | [chuckles] Fine. VIVI | You're the best I've ever had. [chuckles] Best of two. JULIÁN | Wait— JULIÁN | How was I supposed to know she was a virgin? GERMÁN | She’s got a child, doesn't she. JULIÁN | Fine. The nearest thing to a virgin. JULIÁN | [sighs] I feel like a dirty old man. GERMÁN | [laughs] Hey man. If the shoe fits… ROSALIND | He’s really milking it, isn’t he? MARY | Oh come on. It was your idea. You told him to do this. ROSALIND | I told him to propose, not to shove it down everyone’s throats. MARY | I think you’re jealous. ROSALIND | Of course I'm jealous! He stole my ring! MARY | Stole? You gave it to him. ROSALIND |I had to! The engagement would have been obvious as a diversion if he’d gone out and bought a ring from some Uspanian jeweler. ROSALIND | [sighs unhappily] I wanted to see you wearing it. MARY | …maybe it’s for the best. MARY | Don’t get me wrong. It’s a beautiful ring, but. Ah. It’s not really to my taste. ROSALIND | … ROSALIND | Well, we’ll have to pick out something together then, won’t we? [ROSALIND’s phone vibrates.] ROSALIND | Hold on...oh no. Shit. MARY | What is it? MARY | Let me see! ... Oh no. Shit. ROSALIND | I'll speak to my father. We need to change our flight. EMILY | ...this trip has been incredible. Honestly, it still feels a little unreal. VIVI | Yeah? EMILY | Yeah. And...I've been meaning to ask you. How did you adjust? EMILY | I mean, with your background, it must have been a struggle. Like, I'm used to the lifestyle, but no one really knows what to expect, do they? VIVI | [sighs] EMILY | Do you have any advice for me, since we're going to be sisters and all? VIVI | No. EMILY | Uh...no? VIVI | What do you want me to say? EMILY | I just thought that you might— VIVI | Figure it out. I did. VIVI | ...even with my background. EMILY | What? Oh, Vivi, I didn't mean it like that— VIVI | Whatever. It's fine. EMILY | I'm sorry...Please don't be angry with me. I want us to be close. VIVI | I said it's fine. VIVI | [sighs] I can't wait for all this to be over. I want to go home.

#armorica story #chapter 3 #behind the scenes #armorica collabs #nexility sims #character: julian reyes #character: german reyes #character: vivienne meijer #character: rosalind st. fleur #character: mary yokoyama #character: emily chandra #character: andre st. fleur #character: barbie bermudez #character: beatriz reyes #character: leonor reyes #character: lorraine rodchester

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armoricaroyalty · 5 months

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Nakawe Palace // Armorican State Visit - Day 2

Nakawe Palace // Armorican State Visit - Day 3

[flashbulbs, reporters calling out] JOURNALIST | How did you know she was the one? JOURNALIST | Can you comment on your sister's relationship? JOURNALIST | Did you ask her father's permission? JOURNALIST | When's the wedding? JOURNALIST | Will the Layes be in the wedding party? JOURNALIST | How did the King react when you told him? JOURNALIST | When will the Palace comment on the Crown Princess's rumored relationship?

Crown Museum of Uspanian Culture and Arts // Armorican State Visit - Day 3

JOURNALIST | [offscreen] ...of course, this is an exciting time for the royal family! How did you feel when you heard that Prince Frederick had proposed to Lady Emily? VIVI | Oh, I was thrilled, of course. Lady Emily was in my year at Elton, and she's always been such a sweet girl. I'm thrilled she'll be joining the family. JOURNALIST | And the Crown Princess's relationship? Were you aware that she was seeing Mary Yokoyama or aware of the accusations against her? VIVI | ...oh, well. I don't want to comment on that. I wouldn't want to steal Freddy and Emily's spotlight! They just got engaged! VIVI | [offscreen] It's their moment! VIVI | [offscreen] They've earned it.

#armorica story #chapter 3 #behind the scenes #armorica collabs #nexility sims #character: frederick st. fleur #character: emily chandra #character: julian reyes #character: vivienne meijer

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armoricaroyalty · 6 months

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Nakawe // Armorican State Visit - Day 2

VIVI | What is this place, exactly? JULIAN | It's a vacant building, owned by...some crown agency or something. I don't know. They're going to redevelop it into low-income housing. VIVI | ...are we allowed to be here? JULIAN | [offscreen] Who's going to stop us? C'mon! VIVI | How am I supposed to climb this ladder? I'm wearing ballet flats! JULIAN | [offscreen] Better than heels! VIVI | [grumbling] This has better be worth it...

Rosewood Hall // Residence of the Duke and Duchess of Laye

HUGO | JUMP! JUMP! JUMP! ELISE | Hugo Michael Rowan. What do you think you're doing, young man? HUGO | I'm jumping, Grandma! Watch me jump! ELISE | This isn't a playground. No jumping on the couch, you could fall and get hurt. HUGO | Mama lets me! ELISE | [offscreen, skeptically] Your mother lets you jump on the furniture? I don't think so. It's not nice to tell lies, Huey. JACQUES | No, he's telling the truth. ELISE | [offscreen] What? Vivi lets him roughhouse inside and climb on the furniture? JACQUES | She never says no to him. JACQUES | She's so permissive, she's turning him into a little monster. ELISE | [offscreen] Jacques, that's unhelpful. JACQUES | [offscreen] It's true! Every time I try to set limits, she undermines me. ELISE | [offscreen] The two of you need to get on the same page. JACQUES | Ma, I've tried. Vivi is completely unreasonable. ELISE | Jacques, I think that you need to go back to the counselor. Both of you. JACQUES | Not this again— ELISE | [offscreen] I think she could help you with your communication skills. JACQUES | [offscreen] Can she help Vivi with her listening skills? JACQUES | [offscreen] You don't get it! She's always starting fights, and she just pokes and pokes and pokes until I snap at her, and then she cries and acts like she's the victim. I'm always walking on eggshells around her. ELISE | [offscreen] JJ, I hear you, but she is your wife. Be reasonable. What are you going to do, if you're not willing to work through this with her? JACQUES | [offscreen] ...I don't know. JACQUES | Honestly, Mom? I'm so scared of losing her. She's beautiful and smart and everybody loves her. She could go anywhere, do anything, be with anyone...why would a girl like that settle for me? ELISE | Oh honey...don't put yourself down, any woman would be— HUGO | Grandma! Daddy! Look! I climbed up all by myself! ELISE | [gasps] ELISE | [offscreen] Get down from there! HUGO | Watch me, Grandma! Watch me jump! JACQUES | [offscreen] HUGO, NO!

Nakawe

#armorica story #chapter 3 #behind the scenes #armorica collabs #nexility sims #character: vivienne meijer #character: julian reyes #character: elise sutton #character: hugo st. fleur #character: jacques st. fleur

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armoricaroyalty · 7 months

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Nakawe Palace // Amorican State Visit - Day 1

JULIÁN | ...you're with the Armoricans, then? THEO | I am. Theodosia—Theo—Adams, with the Royal Foundation. JULIÁN | Julián Reyes. It's a pleasure to meet you, Theo. JULIÁN | You know...I'm so glad they seated me at your table. THEO | [playing along] Oh? And why is that? JULIÁN | Well, I was looking around the room and I was starting to worry that I wouldn't have the chance to speak with the loveliest woman here tonight. THEO | [amused] Have you tried that line on every woman you've talked to tonight? JULIÁN | Eh. About a third. THEO | Yeah? And how is it working out for you? JULIÁN | It only has to work once...

FREDERICK | ...what a fucking creep. EMILY | Who? FREDERICK | That guy. Julián. FREDERICK | He's been hitting on every woman with a pulse. EMILY | He was at lunch...isn't he one of Queen Beatriz's grandsons? FREDERICK | [scoffs] Not one of her favorites. FREDERICK | ...not that I'd know what Her Majesty thinks, since I've never met her. EMILY | Queen Beatriz is busy running her country, Frederick. You expect too much. FREDERICK | She made time for Rosalind. EMILY | Yes, she made time to speak with your father's heir. FREDERICK | Right, right...we mustn't forget our place! Who cares who planned the entire state visit, it doesn't matter. EMILY | I'm sure Her Highness is grateful for all the work you've done. FREDERICK | Yeah, I'm sure her office will send my office a fruit basket once we're home. EMILY | And I'm sure it'll be a lovely fruit basket. FREDERICK | [sighs] You always look on the bright side, Em. EMILY | What would you do without me?

#armorica story #chapter 3 #behind the scenes #armorica collabs #nexility sims #character: andre st. fleur #character: leonor reyes #character: julian reyes #character: theodosia adams #character: frederick st. fleur #character: emily chandra

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Beatriz had ascended to the Uspanian throne in 1949 and spent years fighting to keep it. Modern-day Uspana was the product of her will, defined by her singular vision. She had ruled for 68 years, dwarfing his 15-year reign. He had expected her to tell him to quit complaining, square his shoulders, and do his duty, but the old woman surprised him.

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author's note: this entire scene was basically at the request of @nexility-sims, who of course ended up being absolutely correct about how necessary it was for the plot and such.

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Offices of Queen Beatriz of Uspana // Armorican State Visit - Day 1

BEATRIZ | I meant what I said at lunch. I was looking forward to meeting your wife. ANDRE | If you’re planning to interrogate me about my marriage— BEATRIZ | That’s between you and your wife. And my granddaughter, I suppose. [laughs at his expense] ANDRE | [frowns at her] BEATRIZ | No, no…this is meant to be a work meeting. Shall we begin? My advisors want me to talk about [whatever topics] ANDRE | [sighs] I’m supposed to steer the conversation toward renewable energy. BEATRIZ | Your heart’s not in it, then? ANDRE | …not really. BEATRIZ | That doesn’t surprise me. Leonor says you want to abdicate. ANDRE | [flustered] I- No. That was only a joke. I was just teasing her. BEATRIZ | Hm. She says you mention it every time you see her. ANDRE | I- BEATRIZ | Do you even want to be King? ANDRE | I don’t— How am I supposed to even respond to that? It’s always been about duty for me. What I want has never entered into it. BEATRIZ | But what is that? I’m curious. You’ve never been known for your passion. ANDRE | …I don’t know. If I did, I wouldn’t have made such a mess of things. BEATRIZ | [prompts him to continue] ANDRE | [considers her and decides that he will be honest/vulnerable] ANDRE | Elise is going to leave me. Over Leonor. BEATRIZ | [pops popcorn] ANDRE | It’s going to be a disaster. Elise is the only reason—the only reason—the Armorican people have tolerated me for as long as they have. When she leaves me, she’s taking the entire country with her. [long pause] I don’t know what I’m going to do. BEATRIZ | You could step down. It seems like that would solve all your problems. ANDRE | I don’t know if I can. Rosalind has all the markings of a great queen, but… she’s my only daughter. Since she was born, I’ve done my best to protect and guide her, but if I step down she’s on her own. BEATRIZ | [studies him for a moment] You’ve found yourself in quite the predicament. ANDRE | And with no one to blame but myself. [sighs] All I want is a clear path forward… BEATRIZ | Sounds like you’ll have to clear it yourself, then w. [laughs at his expense some more]

#armorica story #chapter 3 #behind the scenes #armorica collabs #nexility sims #character: beatriz reyes #character: andre st. fleur

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Nakawe International Airport // Armorica State Visit - Day 2

MARY | [via text] Landed, headed to baggage claim ROSALIND | [via text] Can't wait to see you 😍😍 MARY | [via text] Love you! FL with your speech PAPARAZZI 1 | [offscreen] ...is that her? PAPARAZZI 2 | [offscreen] It's her! There she is! PAPARAZZI 1 | Mary! Tell us about your relationship with the Crown Princess! PAPARAZZI 2 | How long have you been dating Rosalind? PAPARAZZI 3 | Where's your husband, Mary! Did you have him killed? MARY | Shit.

Nakawe v. Canaris

Nakawe Finance Society

ROSALIND | ...the philanthropic spirit is alive and well in the banking industry. ROSALIND | This year alone, major financial firms in both Armorica and Uspana have contributed well over §1 million to charity, in addition to advocating for deregulation to cut back on red tape for account holders. PHOTOGRAPHER 1 | [whispering] Is she for real? PHOTOGRAPHER 2 | [whispering] I can't tell if she believes everything she says or nothing. I dunno which'd be worse... ROSALIND | ...together, we can continue to push for real change and real diversity where it matters most: the boardroom. Thank you. [enthusiastic applause] [applause continues] ROSALIND | Thank you, thank you... [applause starts to taper off] BODYGUARD | [whispering] a situation at the airport... [audience murmurs] [microphone feedback] ROSALIND | Th-thank you. Unfortunately, we will be cutting today's program a little short. Please accept my sincerest apologies. [leaves] AUDIENCE MEMBER | ...but what about the Q&A session? :(

#armorica story #chapter 3 #behind the scenes #armorica collabs #nexility sims #character: mary yokoyama #character: andre st. fleur #character: vivienne meijer #character: julian reyes #character: rosalind st. fleur

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armoricaroyalty · 9 months

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Coverage of the Armorican royal family, week of Nov. 5 - Nov. 11

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armoricaroyalty · 7 months

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Nakawe Palace was both larger and grander than Blackwell Palace, all gilt trim and veined marble. Uspanians went rather more for ornamentation than the Armoricans, who still regarded damask wallpaper as the very height of sophistication and who had long preferred to showcase their wealth by pretending that it didn't exist.

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author's note: This post was an absolute monster to put together—12 sims, a couple dozen poses, and multiple rounds of revision with @nexility-sims. I'm ultimately very pleased with how it came together, but from now on, all my sims will exclusively be meeting in pairs in nondescript rooms.

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Nakawe Palace // Armorican State Visit - Day 1

FREDERICK | I am going to pass out. EMILY | You're not going to pass out. Just relax. FREDERICK | How am I supposed to relax? I've got so much riding on this— EMILY | Frederick. You need to chill out. It's a lunch, not a battle. FREDERICK | Okay, it's not a battle. But you gotta admit, it is a minefield... ANDRE | ...y'know, you're the only thing that makes these things tolerable. LEONOR | Poor Andre...how would you ever make it through lunch without me. ANDRE | I wouldn't. I'd waste away. LEONOR | Then I suppose we're both lucky I'm here. [indistinct conversation] VIVI | [sighs] JULIÁN | Excuse me...is this seat taken? VIVI | ...there are name cards by every plate. JULIÁN | Well, then I suppose I'll have to rearrange them, won't I? JULIÁN | Anyway...how are you, Your Highness? VIVI | I'm sorry...have we been introduced? JULIÁN | I've forgotten my manners! Julián Reyes, at your service. ARNAUT | [offscreen] Julián. ARNAUT | [shakes head] JULIÁN | [does his very best "who, me?" routine] ARNAUT | [clears throat] Excuse me! On behalf of Mother Beatriz, I would like to invite our Armorican friends to find their seats so we can share this meal. [indistinct chatter] ANDRE | This is nice! I'm surprised everything is going so well... LEONOR | Were you expecting us to be poor hosts? ANDRE | No, I was expecting at least one of my children to act out. LEONOR | You don't need to worry about them, Andre. They do you credit. INVISIBLE FOOTMAN | Announcing...Her Majesty Queen Beatriz of Uspana! ANDRE | ...she seems to have her sights directly on me. LEONOR | Oh, Mother Beatriz is very eager to speak with you. Didn't I warn you? ANDRE | You did not. LEONOR | [amused] No? Oh dear. ANDRE | You are a cruel woman. LEONOR | Strange, you've never complained before... LEONOR | [whispers] Good luck. ANDRE | [in halting Uspanian] Good afternoon, Your Majesty— BEATRIZ | Please, let's continue in a language we both speak fluently. ANDRE | I have to apologize. I practice, but I've always struggled with languages. BEATRIZ | You tried. I can't fault you for making an effort. BEATRIZ | Anyway...it's really too bad that your wife couldn't join us. I was looking forward to finally meeting her. Pity. ANDRE | Elise keeps a very full diary. She does important work and I would never dream of asking her to set it aside— BEATRIZ | Interesting. We'll discuss this later. ANDRE | What— ANDRE | Where are you— BEATRIZ | I have to circulate. ANDRE | ...why does this always happen to me?

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author's note: this scene is so basic and yet it's one of my favorites from the chapter so far? I really love these two together, despite the circumstances...

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Nakawe Palace // Armorican State Visit - Day 2

ANDRE | [offscreen] | Leonor? Where are you? LEONOR | On the balcony. ANDRE | G'morning. Are you working? LEONOR | Yes. ANDRE | Oh...can't you take the morning off? LEONOR | I took the evening off and I came back to 200 unread emails. ANDRE | The entire country would go to pieces without you. LEONOR | I know. [sighs] What do you want for lunch? ANDRE | Uh...I dunno, I just woke up. Why? LEONOR | Today's shipment of oysters arrived spoiled, and now the head chef is in crisis. Do you want chicken or beef? ANDRE | Chicken? LEONOR | Thank you. LEONOR | Now. Last night, you said you had something to tell me. ANDRE | [sighs] You're all business this morning...is any of that coffee for me? LEONOR | Help yourself. But you said we had to talk, so. Talk. ANDRE | I'll admit, part of me hoped you'd forget about it... LEONOR | Not likely. LEONOR | ...although I do appreciate the effort you put into distracting me. ANDRE | Well, if you give me another chance, I'm sure I can do better— LEONOR | Andre. We do not have unlimited time together. Enough stalling. It's not half as charming as you imagine it to be. ANDRE | [sighs] It's about Elise. ANDRE | [offscreen] She's leaving me. LEONOR | ...ah. [beat] Has she said so directly? ANDRE | [sighs] Not in as many words. But the night before I left, she said that our marriage was over if I didn't break things off with you. LEONOR | ... ANDRE | I love her, but...I can't do that. I made a promise to you. And I intend to keep it, whatever it costs me. ANDRE | [sighs] Her exact words were, "I won't tolerate this disrespect any longer." LEONOR | Do you think she intends to follow through this time? ANDRE | I think she got tired of waiting for me to get bored with you. She thinks you're my mid-life crisis. She doesn't understand how it is between us. LEONOR | [softly] And how is it between us? ANDRE | Leo...if I were divorced and I were entirely unencumbered, would there still be something between us? LEONOR | "Entirely unencumbered..." What do you mean, Andre? ANDRE | Your grandmother thinks I should seriously consider abdication. LEONOR | And what do you think? Are you seriously considering it? ANDRE | Elise has been the backbone of my reign. There's no point in beating around the bush. She's always been more popular with the public because she's one of them. If she leaves me and says why, the entire country will be crying out for my head. ANDRE | What would you do in my position? LEONOR | ...I would do whatever gave me the best chance at happiness. ANDRE | [laughs] Not very Armorican of you...where's duty, where's sacrifice? LEONOR | Hmph. You're carried that duty for over 15 years. There's no shame in passing the torch to a qualified successor. ANDRE | It won't be seen that way at home. The press will have a field day. They'll say I betrayed my wife, abandoned my family, and deserted my kingdom. LEONOR | The truth is always more complicated than what's in the press. ANDRE | Please. The only complicated thing about me is you. LEONOR | [laughs] You're such a romantic...you know I love you, don't you? ANDRE | I love you, too. ANDRE | Saints, listen to us...where do we go from here? LEONOR | Well, that depends on you. ANDRE | [sighs] Like every other damn thing. LEONOR | That's the burden of the crown, Your Majesty. ANDRE | Don't you start. [both laugh]

#armorica story #chapter 3 #behind the scenes #character: andre st. fleur #character: leonor reyes #infidelity cw #armorica collabs #nexility sims

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author's note: @nexility-sims and I have been discussing this museum exhibit for nearly a year and working on the lot for weeks...so good to finally see it realized!

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Crown Museum of Uspana // Armorican State Visit - Day 2

THEO | [offscreen] Your Highess. FREDDY | [in a tone of slight horror] ...is this a joke? You’re the one the Royal Foundation picked for this tour? THEO | The one your sister picked, actually. She insisted. FREDDY | [sighs] Let's get this over with, then. This is called a "painting." THEO | Wait. Before we start, can I apologize? THEO | I know this is awkward, but...I'd rather not have it hanging over our heads. I'm really sorry about how I ended things. I was a coward, and you deserved better than getting dumped via text. FREDDY | Geez, Theo…that was a long time ago. Ancient history. THEO | I know. But still... FREDDY | [pause] I appreciate it, Theo. THEO | Well, should we get started, then? Lots to see, lots to do... FREDDY | Sure. You’ve seen this portrait, right? THEO | I think every Armorican has. It’s the first official portrait your family’s released in a decade. It was huge news. FREDDY | Well, did you know that Everard II bought those pearls in 1896 for Queen Augusta? My mom hasn't worn them since my father's coronation. THEO | Really? If I owned pearls like that, I'd wear 'em every day. FREDDY | Yeah, that's not really Her Majesty's style. THEO | The whole thing painting isn't her style! I'd expect to see her outside, dressed more casually...did Roz commission this or something? FREDDY | Nah, Mom had full control. Just wanted to be queenly, I guess... THEO | Fair. It's a good likeness, at any rate...

FREDDY | So…what's new with you. THEO | Uh. Not much. Been busy, I guess? FREDDY | [laughs] Theo Adams? Busy? Say it ain't so! FREDDY | For real, though...how have you been? THEO | [sighs] I dunno. I might break up with my boyfriend. FREDDY | In person, I hope. THEO | [laughs] Oh, you asshole— FREDDY | Sorry, I couldn't resist. THEO | Don't be, I walked right into that one. THEO | Anyway, I'd ask about your life, but I already know all about it. FREDDY | Oh? [smugly] Didn't you once say that you didn't read about me at all? THEO | Oh, you wish! No, Josie tells me everything I need to know. FREDDY | Josie? Oh no...she only says good things, I hope. THEO | Ask me no questions and I'll tell you no lies. THEO | ...she says you're going to propose any day now. FREDDY | Wait, wait, wait...Josie's sating that I'm about to propose? Wet hell, is that where that stupid rumor's coming from? THEO | So it is just a rumor? FREDDY | Yes. I care about Em, but...we're just not there yet. THEO | It's good to know where you stand. You don't want to rush into anything. FREDDY | Thank you, that’s what I've been saying! You should tell her that. THEO | [laughs] Uh, no. Talk to her yourself, champ. I've got too much going on in my relationship to even think about getting involved with yours. FREDDY | Yeah, yeah, I'm just kidding...but d'you wanna know something? THEO | What? FREDDY | I missed you. As a friend. THEO | Yeah...we were good friends, weren’t we? FREDDY | Better friends than lovers, at any rate. THEO | Maybe we could try again? Y'know, since we'll be working together. FREDDY | I'd like that. THEO | Me too...and I missed you, too. As a friend. FREDDY | 🙂 THEO | 🙂 THEO | We're supposed to be talking about art, right? Tell me about this one. FREDDY | This? It's called a "statue." THEO | [laughs] You're lucky you're cute, you know that?

#armorica story #chapter 3 #behind the scenes #character: frederick st. fleur #character: theodosia adams #armorica collabs #nexility sims

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