The Gilbert Witch 7

Beauty And The Beast Part One

King's Palace, Council Chamber

I was sitting on the other side of Uther as Morgana was on his right.

Arthur was standing by the knights with Joshua.

Lady Catrina, is it really you? "Uther questioned.

I can hardly believe it myself. "Catrina responded.

We had tidings from the north that the House of Tregor had fallen to invaders. "Uther explained.

All that you heard was true, My Lord, and worse. "Catrina stated.

Your father, the King? "Uther questioned.

I look at catrina more closely.

I feel a very powerful force coming from her.

I looked at her skeptically.

Gone, Sire. The enemy attacked without warning. We were outnumbered five to one. He could not endure. I would never have survived had it not been for my faithful servant Jonas. But we did survive, and we have made it this far... "Lady Catrina trailed.

She swoons and Uther catches her.

I wanted to gag.

Forgive me, My Lord. I fear my trials have taken a toll. "She said.

I look at Morgana and she smiles at the whole thing.

Great, I can't even have Caroline at my side making fun of this.

Your sufferings are beyond imagining, My Lady. It would be an honour to help you in any way we can. "Uther stated.

A bed for the night would be most welcome. "She responded.

And consider yourselves our esteemed guests. It's the least we can do. "Uther said.

Thank you. "She replied.

There's something off and I don't like it.

Dining Chamber

We're all eating dinner.

Joshua and Arthur are eating silently staring at each other, then at Catrina.

I'm sitting near Morgana.

Well, this is wonderful. Thank you. "Catrina stated softly.

It's an honour. The Houses of Tregor and Pendragon have been allies for as...well, as long as anyone can remember. "Uther said smiling.

My father often spoke of you, My Lord. "Catrina said.

And I will remember him always. "Uther stated.

I'm sorry I didn't get the chance to meet him. "Arthur apologized.

I'm sorry too. For the House of Tregor is no more. "Catrina said sadly.

Well, no, Catrina, it lives on in you. "Uther said.

I only wish that were true. "Catrina stated.

It is, My Lady. Your courage, your modesty. And you are as you always were, ever since you were a child. "Uther complimented.

Ah, I fear I am much changed since then, my Lord. "Catarina said looking down.

I put some chicken in my mouth.

This is good as heck.

Oh, yes, it's true. You are far more beautiful now. "Uther said.

I almost choked on my food.

Morgana slightly glared at me.

Arthur looks completely appalled, Joshua looked down trying not to laugh, while Morgana smiles at Uther after glaring at me.