WoE: The Announcement

Adriel walked from the medic's den to the announcement rock over his den, with Pava cautiously trailing behind him. Adriel's tail hurt - it had been broken in the fight a few days previous and he was only now feeling well enough to make the announcement he wanted to make - one that Pava could have done without him had she wanted, but she seemed to feel that the announcement should come from him, as the event directly involved him.

Once Adriel was seated in a way where his tail wouldn't bother him, Pava lifted her head and let out the announcement call - something Adriel was too tired to do at the moment. Slowly, members started to gather - citizens, low class, middle class, upper class, even servants, who were instructed to be brought from the northern territory to hear this meeting. Once there was an audience gathered, and that some gatherers ensured that all wolves considered to be a part of Fjellvann were present (except the stationary guards guarding the pit, Adriel would send a messenger over to deliver the news as the servants are returning to the north territory for the night.)

The world was now under a bluish hue and a breeze had picked up, swaying the falling snow. Adriel lowered his head and spoke.

"You all may know why we have gathered today." Adriel began, "A group of wolves tried to overthrow your King, but alas, they have failed and have escaped."

Murmurs filled the clearing, though Pava silenced the crowd by raising her tail.

"I'm sure you're all worried for the wellbeing of the King. He only recieved a broken tail and some minor injuries, but he will make a recovery." Pava said, "However, he will no longer be able to signal with his tail efficiently, therefore, i will be doing tail-signal commands on his behalf."

"Thank you, my love." Adriel said, lowering his head. "As for the current situation...."

Adriel paused, glancing around at the crowd. They seemed apprehensive and worried. Adriel continued, "We have captured those who couldn't escape. They have all been thrown into the pit in the northern territory, however those with the most involvement will be thrown off the Fjords at sunrise. Since i am still recovering, i will not be present for the executions."

Adriel paused to catch his breath, "Furthermore, the wolves with the least involvement will remain in the pit. They can be bought out as servants if anyone is interested."

Adriel took another glance around the clearing before wrinkling up his nose. "If the rebels are seen, they are to be taken as prisoner on sight. You may do as you wish to them as long as they are alive, however, you will save Nils and Abyssal for me, i have a bone to pick with them."

Adriel stood up, with Pava standing up with him. Adriel held his head high as usual, the only thing absent was his tail hanging low for the time being. Typically, he would raise both his head and tail to end a meeting. Wolves in the crowd dipped their heads in respect.

"That concludes this announcement. Be present for the execution if possible." With that, Adriel descended from the rock platform carefully, with Pava following him closely. Adriel walked back over to the Medic's den, one of the medics escorting him, while Pava headed to the den she and Adriel typically stayed in.

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