Recent content by Nilofer Saladin

One second Nilofer was by Grendel's side, meeting two new people she had never seen before, her pleasant smile fixed on her face, and the next she had a knife against her throat. The strange, strong man's hand had snatched out, gripped her upper arm and yanked her towards him, pulling her other...

Nilofer took the cup of cool water gratefully. She was indeed very thirsty. The temperature had dropped significantly now that the sun had gone down and they were within the stone walls. Nilofer nodded in agreement as she sipped her water. Slowly her nerves eased, and she leaned back a bit...

Nilofer nodded, her smile becoming more genuine as Grendel spoke. They were in this together, both of them pawns in a bigger game, both of them judged by the other's people. She nodded again, turning her gaze once more to the people around them. These greetings were perhaps more important...

A few hours later, Nilofer and Grendel were escorted back into the main house, away from the guests. The last few were dispersing as the sun finished setting behind the sand dunes in the distance. She could not help her sigh of relief as they were left mostly alone. They were in a room with...

Nilofer dipped her head to Vittoria as the girl excused herself, leaving her and Grendel alone, or as alone as they could be in the middle of a crowded party. Nilofer nodded as Grendel turned and spoke to her. "We will always be watched closely," she replied softly. Even after the wedding, the...

It was almost easier this second time, to go through the motions of politness and niceties at a celebration where they were always being watched. Those in attendance who were there to genuinely celebrate the couple were few and far between- too many more were there to look for any cracks and to...

Nilofer kept her focus on the young woman before her, watching carefully as she seemingly pulled a coin out of thin air (or her forearm, Nilofer couldn't really tell from this angle). The coin was offered to Nilofer and she extended her free hand to take it. She got the feeling that this was a...

Nilofer's expression held a false softness that no one (except maybe for Grendel) would be able to see past. She learned very quickly what kind of person Vittoria was, and found the young Dreadlord similar to her own mother; and she had had plenty of experience dealing with her mother. She kept...

Nilofer did not remove her arm from Grendel's; she thought if she did she might keel over. His suggestion of retiring was sorely tempting, but she knew she wouldn't be able to. They were lucky Nilofer's parents were letting them rest this long. They were still being given looks- they would not...

Nilofer could tell Grendel was feeling the pressure as well. After gods knew how long, they paused under a tree. The sun was gratefully on its descent, but even Nilofer's skin was damp with sweat. The two of them had been quiet, letting their parents speak for them. Nilofer's face hurt from...

Nilofer let Grendel lead her through the crowd, their arms linked as her brown gaze scanned those in attendance. Soon he led them towards a tall young woman with dark hair and an imperious air about her. Vittoria, Grendel said her name was. Nilofer dipped her head to the girl, painting on a...

Nilofer was nervous and though she hid it well, upon seeing Grendel, she calmed somewhat. He had a way about him that put her at ease, especially now after several days in each others' company. She did not miss the look in his eyes as he took her in; that soft awe, as if she were worth...

The second and final celebration announcing Nilofer's and Grendel's engagement was underway. Lord Saladin had escorted his daughter here, but the rest of the Saladin family had remained in Annuakat. They had done their part, and it was the Strand family's perogative as to how they celebrated...

Annuakat House Saladin Estate Afternoon It was truly happening. House Saladin of Annuakat was joining with House Strand of Vel Anir by the marriage of their children: Grendel Strand and Nilofer Saladin. The two families had different traditions and came from different backgrounds, but the...

Nilofer kept her gaze on her father as Grendel's shoulder brushed her own. Their moment of peace was gone as reality crashed back down upon Nilofer's shoulders. But she did not buckle from the weight. She could not, not here. Lady Strand announced that they would continue their stay here for a...