hot_mess_express ([personal profile] hot_mess_express) wrote2019-05-31 03:48 pm

#TRIALS A: SENNA, GINGER

[ Finally, the war is over.

The nation has been ravaged, but you somehow managed to get out in one piece - not just that, but you have someone with you now.

The newly formed Kingdom is preoccupied with reviving this land, with the reparations in order to make this nation strong. As for yourself, you're preoccupied with just one thing - your daughter. ]

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[ When you insert the key and open the door, you'll find yourself in a humble cottage, in what seems to be the living room specifically. There are several doors, but a specific one catches your eye: simple in its decoration, the door has a cute little wooden plaque with flowers carved into it. Though the door is closed, you can see through it—as if it's somewhat transparent.

A wooden cradle sits in the room beyond, which is otherwise plain. Inside, a baby sleeps peacefully. When she stirs, calling for her parent, you are there to cradle her back to sleep. ]

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[ Slowly, the scene changes, fading in and out with various silent scenes—the baby coos pleasantly, giggling jovially when you (presumably) make faces at her; she tries to pick herself up and falls over, but she does not cry; a disagreement between you and her lead to a thoughtful discussion; the young girl carries a large laundry basket to do chores; she buys a pet bird, looking so proud for having earned the money all by herself; then the wall becomes opaque. ]

[ In the middle of the open doorway, a young girl the age of 10 stands, smiling at you. A bird with beautiful plumage rests on her shoulder.

This is your daughter. You tried your best to rear her, and she's been good to you. You know she is capable of anything if she puts her mind to it - even becoming a princess. But you also know it's not easy to become a princess - she'll have to work hard, and she's capable of it but you'll have to guide her hand, most certainly. Better she become a princess than go off to war, though; you could not stand to see your baby girl die on the battlefield. Whether she actually becomes a princess or not . . . well, that's up to fate, isn't it? All you can do is try your best. ]
desirestruth: (I wonder which one is better)

[personal profile] desirestruth 2019-05-31 11:00 pm (UTC)(link)
...Only one class a day?

[IMMORTAL ROYALS. NOT EVEN ONCE.]
unaffective: (54)

[personal profile] unaffective 2019-05-31 11:05 pm (UTC)(link)
... If that's what you'd like. I have no preference, particularly.
desirestruth: (Mother mother--!)

[personal profile] desirestruth 2019-05-31 11:05 pm (UTC)(link)
...Isn't she too young for this? Cut him off.
desirestruth: (What if I return?)

[personal profile] desirestruth 2019-05-31 11:07 pm (UTC)(link)
No, I mean...isn't the number of classes available lower than normal?

Personally, I'd rather she focus on maths and martial arts. Better she can defend herself than rely on the whims of a prince.
awakenerd: (77)

[personal profile] awakenerd 2019-05-31 11:08 pm (UTC)(link)
It's probably just for simplicity. I'd say an even split of classes and one free day a month.

[That's how we do education in the empire and look it's fine]
awakenerd: (168)

[personal profile] awakenerd 2019-05-31 11:09 pm (UTC)(link)
Culture is important though, history, art, music, focusing only on warfare and tactics won't benefit her in the long run.
desirestruth: (I wonder which one is better)

[personal profile] desirestruth 2019-05-31 11:09 pm (UTC)(link)
I'd suppose that's enough free time, but is it really fine to split them evenly? This kingdom is in a precarious position...I'd rather she have the skills to defend herself and make a living, should all go ill.
desirestruth: (The end of the tunnel)

[personal profile] desirestruth 2019-05-31 11:11 pm (UTC)(link)
I don't disagree, and I don't mean to cut them out entirely, but preparing her for the worst is important in such an unstable situation.
awakenerd: (96)

[personal profile] awakenerd 2019-05-31 11:12 pm (UTC)(link)
Without history and philosophy, art and culture, what kind of life are you preparing her to lead? Whatever she wants to do in life is her choice but she should have the background not to be embarrassed when interacting with anyone of any class.
awakenerd: (187)

[personal profile] awakenerd 2019-05-31 11:14 pm (UTC)(link)
There's more than one worst situation. If the nation stabilizes, she enters nobility, and can't tell a waltz from a quadrille she's in a whole different category of unprepared. Court social life can be as vicious and unforgiving as a battle all on it's own. At least, that's what I think.
aesculapian: (1)

[personal profile] aesculapian 2019-05-31 11:15 pm (UTC)(link)
... I agree. Preparation for the worst is important ... but her survival is not the only goal.
unaffective: (14)

[personal profile] unaffective 2019-05-31 11:15 pm (UTC)(link)
As earlier claimed, it's -

- for ease of simplicity, most likely, and a simulation besides. Though, if I may, I would suggest permitting her some free time.
awakenerd: (19)

[personal profile] awakenerd 2019-05-31 11:15 pm (UTC)(link)
Agreed.
desirestruth: (Mother--Mother)

[personal profile] desirestruth 2019-05-31 11:17 pm (UTC)(link)
A noble or any knight must be able to stand as a sword and shield to those who depend on them. I would like to raise a daughter with the compassion and honor to defend those who are weak--and I would give her the tools to do so.

[She sounds really flat about this.]

We are already making her choices for her, in aiming for her to become a princess. If we're damning her to that fate, then I'd see her be prepared.
awakenerd: (174)

[personal profile] awakenerd 2019-05-31 11:19 pm (UTC)(link)
That's the goal but are we really going for that? I'd rather see her have the tools to succeed in any capacity. That means a balanced and well rounded education.
desirestruth: (Have you forgiven me?)

[personal profile] desirestruth 2019-05-31 11:20 pm (UTC)(link)
If she cannot defend herself, court social life is also deadly.

[...there may be a fundamental difference in what court is like between certain nations.]

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