HNN - Threestars Relegated to Order of the Tarii
Category: HNN Broadcasted on 17. January 2011 - 01:03:15hrs Author HNN News Reporter Comments: 0
The emblem of the Hapan News Network flashes across the screen silently, disappearing nearly as quickly as it appeared. Hapes' most notable news anchor, Anacia Chalcedon, takes its place and immediately begins to speak.
"Good evening, Hapes. We apologize for this interruption in your regular programming, but we're taking you live now to the Chamber of Lords, where we are told a special announcement is about to begin."
The screen flashes for a moment, then is replaced by a view of the press room attached to the Chamber of Lords on Hapes. Many reporters are speaking anxiously in their seats, their faces reflecting the palpable sense of anxiety and confusion. At once, a door swings open to one side and three highly recognizable figures stride into the room as the crowd falls silent. While the face of Tarix Lant stays patiently stoic, and Tarix Kadrim's own carefully control expression remains as unreadable as ever, Tarix Tyrridon's well-weathered appearance is at it's most grim as he steps to the podium.
"I'm sorry you all had to come back at this late hour," he begins, adjusting his antiquated glasses as he glances at the hastily scribbled notes in his hand. "I promise we won't keep you any longer than necessary." He pauses and looks across the sea of journalists, then takes a deep breath and dives in.
"Approximately forty minutes ago, his Majesty announced to the assembled Chamber of Lords that Sirius Tarix Threestars, Lord Mathonore, has been consigned to the Order of the Tarii. This decision, which his Majesty has made with immediate effect, was undertaken after due notice several months back and in consultation with the assembled Chamber. Tarix Threestars' voice has been long absent in the Chamber and his system neglected beyond a reasonable duration. His Majesty, after numerous attempts to contact the Lord and present him with the opportunity to correct these issues, has thus been forced to this decision, which has the support of myself and my fellow Lords." Tarix Tyrridon pauses once more and sets the notes aside. "Questions?"
The room bursts into a shouting match momentarily, until the grizzled Lord selects a reporter whose voice then is carried above the others.
"M'Lord, when did Chamber last speak with Tarix Threestars?"
Tarix Tyrridon shares a dubious look with his fellows, then turns back to the podium. "Speaking for myself, it has been nearly a year, though I couldn't say for certain. I know it has been many months since there was any formal communication with the Chamber or the Palace. Yes, next?"
"Tarix Tyrridon," asks a younger woman further back, "what repercussions does this have for Tarix Threestars? Does this revoke his nobility?"
"Tarix Threestars will maintain the respect due his years of service to the realm," Tyrridon replies. "His title as a Lord of Hapes shall remain secure. However, as relegation to the Tarii requires, he surrenders his claim to the title of Mathonore, as well as all rights and privileges associated with that system. He also surrenders his seat in the Chamber of Lords, where his voice shall no longer be heard without specific invitation from the assembled Chamber or his Majesty's decree."
A third reporter immediately jumps in without waiting for acknowledgement.
"What happens to Mathonore and the Lords' holdings? Who will administrate his system?"
Tyrridon tosses an annoyed glance at the individual, but answers the question nonetheless. "Mathonore's governance will fall back under the authority of the Crown and the ministers of state. The assembled Chamber will be speaking in the days ahead to discuss the future of his holdings and other matters of administration and protocol."
A Chamber aide steps to Tarix Tyrridon's side and whispers into his ear quickly, prompting a quick nod and another look to his compatriots.
"Thank you very much, everyone. We've been called back to the Chamber now for further deliberations. Thank you..."
The three Lords march back through the door as the chorus of unanswered questions, leaving only an empty stage in their wake. A moment later, Anacia Chalcedon replaces the view once more.
"As you've just heard, Tarix Threestars, forcibly retired from the Chamber of Lords. Please stay tuned from more details regarding this developing story, as they become available."
A moment later, the HNN logo takes her place, then the original programming returns.
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