vindicated

Głęboko w miłości z burzą

[szymonofpoland]

Encouraged her to do what? Look, we’re not even as close as before. She clearly hates me. After being gone for 3 years, I’m pretty sure she found someone better. Someone more deserving of her. Not that she even likes me, but you get it. And I was talking about Aivaras. Are you still pretending you don’t have feelings for him anymore?

Okay, how would that push her away? Just because we’re not getting married doesn’t mean we can’t be friends. All I’m saying is that if we don’t get married, it’ll weaken the rebels’ chances of overthrowing your father. And no. I don’t want that. But for once I’m trying not to think about just myself, and do something that actually helps someone else. 

[salumeyaoflithuania-blog]

It’s a fine line between love and hate, Szymon. I’m talking from experience. She won’t find anyone because after what you did to her she closed herself to love. No, no I don’t get it why you’re both so stubborn. Aivaras will always have a special place in my heart. But I’m in love with someone else.

Because she’ll hate you for pushing her further away from you. You’re oblivious. Women don’t work that way. That’s true. But don’t make that decision yourself without discussing it with her, she’ll go ballistic. There must be an easier way out of this. We can all talk and come up with an idea. Are Audra and Aivaras here?

[szymonofpoland]

Why do people always think we’re in love? She doesn’t love me. Maybe in a platonic way, yes. But romantically, no. I-If she did, I would have known. Audra wouldn’t close herself to love just because of me. I was just her best friend.

Fine then. How do women work? I literally have no idea how I’m going to discuss that or anything with her since she won’t even talk to me. And I’m not entirely sure. I don’t think so. I haven’t seen them around. 

[szymonofpoland]

Significant other? Audra’s a friend. Nothing more. Have we still not cleared that up? And I’m really not supposed to tell anyone about that thing I told you. Nobody knows in this island, other than you and me. So if Audra finds out about that all of a sudden, I will gut you. 

Anyway, what’s up with you and your used-to-be significant other?

Yes. No. I mean, yes, but with good reason. Think about it, if we get married, sooner or later your father will be overthrown. Which leaves Poland and Lithuania under the rule of greedy, power-hungry maniacs. But if we don’t, I’m free, Damien becomes the heir,and your family stays in reign. Everyone happy. Well, except.. 

[salumeyaoflithuania-blog]

Whatever you say, I guess I shouldn’t have encouraged Audra then. I can see she’ll only end up hurting more than before. My lips are sealed, you don’t have to worry about it.

I don’t know what you’re talking about. I don’t have a significant other.

Are you an idiot? If she hates you now, you won’t stand a chance at having her as a friend again, you’ll push her away for good. Darius still stands between Aivaras and the crown. Besides, my father wouldn’t allow it. Except for you. And Audra, who will be miserable, probably on the other side of the planet, with no family or friends to support her. Is that really what you want?

[szymonofpoland]

Encouraged her to do what? Look, we’re not even as close as before. She clearly hates me. After being gone for 3 years, I’m pretty sure she found someone better. Someone more deserving of her. Not that she even likes me, but you get it. And I was talking about Aivaras. Are you still pretending you don’t have feelings for him anymore?

Okay, how would that push her away? Just because we’re not getting married doesn’t mean we can’t be friends. All I’m saying is that if we don’t get married, it’ll weaken the rebels’ chances of overthrowing your father. And no. I don’t want that. But for once I’m trying not to think about just myself, and do something that actually helps someone else. 

[szymonofpoland]

Audra.. Well, we haven’t been really talking lately. She’s aware of how much I don’t want the throne, but that’s about what she knows. I haven’t told her about anything yet. I don’t think I want her to know, really.

Her refusal won’t really change much if our parents insist we get married. But then, I heard her parents are looking into wedding her off with someone else. And if that happens, well, I don’t think my uncle would have any use for me….

Wait, that’s it. That’s my way out.

[salumeyaoflithuania-blog]

Of course, I understand. If it was me, I think I’d also be hesitant to tell truth to… To my significant other. If I had any, which I don’t of course. However, if I was in her place I’d probably be furious you’d kept from me once I found out.

Wait, what? You want to marry her off to someone else? She’ll hate you for it!

[szymonofpoland]

Significant other? Audra’s a friend. Nothing more. Have we still not cleared that up? And I’m really not supposed to tell anyone about that thing I told you. Nobody knows in this island, other than you and me. So if Audra finds out about that all of a sudden, I will gut you. 

Anyway, what’s up with you and your used-to-be significant other?

Yes. No. I mean, yes, but with good reason. Think about it, if we get married, sooner or later your father will be overthrown. Which leaves Poland and Lithuania under the rule of greedy, power-hungry maniacs. But if we don’t, I’m free, Damien becomes the heir,and your family stays in reign. Everyone happy. Well, except.. 

[szymonofpoland]

Even if you weren’t in that position, you’d hate me. I’m an asshole, anyway.

Of course I’d want a way out. If there’s one thing I hate it’s responsibility, Sal. You know me. Ruling a country is the biggest responsibility anyone can ever have! And even if I do become king, do you think Poland will respect me? No. The court hates me for all the trouble I caused all these years. My reign will be terrible. Tragic, even! So if you’ve got any ideas how I’m going to get out of this mess, I’m all ears. 

[salumeyaoflithuania-blog]

Aren’t we all sometimes?

I thank god everyday I’m not the heir, I don’t think I could handle the pressure. Maybe if you set your mind to it you could change their impression of you… Is Audra aware of this? What happens if she refuses to marry you?

[szymonofpoland]

Audra.. Well, we haven’t been really talking lately. She’s aware of how much I don’t want the throne, but that’s about what she knows. I haven’t told her about anything yet. I don’t think I want her to know, really.

Her refusal won’t really change much if our parents insist we get married. But then, I heard her parents are looking into wedding her off with someone else. And if that happens, well, I don’t think my uncle would have any use for me....

Wait, that’s it. That’s my way out.

[szymonofpoland]

I thought we were supposed to go Trick or Treating? 

[shaesthetical]

But nobody is handing out candy.

You wanna pull a prank? 

[szymonofpoland]

Now, that’s equally exciting! 

I’m particularly fond of scare pranks, but I’m up for whatever you fancy.

[szymonofpoland]

It’s.. pretty tough on him. He hates his father for doing it, and I think he’s trying not to hate me, too. We don’t like talking about it much. It’s a.. a sensitive matter.

I already told you! I was forced in on all of this. God. How many times do I have to retell that story?

[salumeyaoflithuania-blog]

I know I’d hate you if I was in his position. Although perhaps he never wanted it anyway so it’s more of a relief.

I know, I’m sorry. But… can’t you twist his words? Or find a way out? Do you even want a way out?

[szymonofpoland]

Even if you weren’t in that position, you’d hate me. I’m an asshole, anyway.

Of course I’d want a way out. If there’s one thing I hate it’s responsibility, Sal. You know me. Ruling a country is the biggest responsibility anyone can ever have! And even if I do become king, do you think Poland will respect me? No. The court hates me for all the trouble I caused all these years. My reign will be terrible. Tragic, even! So if you’ve got any ideas how I’m going to get out of this mess, I’m all ears. 

[szymonofpoland]

Poland’s been a mess too. Or at least that’s what Damien says in his letters. Not that you’d care or anything. Just.. saying.

Sal, are we good now, or do you still hate me?

[salumeyaoflithuania-blog]

How is he dealing with all this? His life must have changed drastically now that he’s no longer the heir.

I don’t hate you. But I wish I understood what’s going on with you sometimes, what’s your role in all this mess going on between our countries.

[szymonofpoland]

It's.. pretty tough on him. He hates his father for doing it, and I think he’s trying not to hate me, too. We don’t like talking about it much. It’s a.. a sensitive matter.

I already told you! I was forced in on all of this. God. How many times do I have to retell that story?

[szymonofpoland]

I didn’t know you left. How’s Lithuania? 

[salumeyaoflithuania-blog]

I had to, not my choice this time. A royal mess. Although I’m sure we mustn’t be the only ones struggling.

[szymonofpoland]

Poland’s been a mess too. Or at least that’s what Damien says in his letters. Not that you’d care or anything. Just.. saying.

Sal, are we good now, or do you still hate me?

[szymonofpoland]

[astridofsweden-deactivated20181]

I’m mean, you know… Horror movies aren’t that scary…

[szymonofpoland]

Mhm. Like you weren’t scared shitless when we watched Poltergeist the other day. 

[salumeyaoflithuania-blog]

Oh hi. I’m just unpacking.

[szymonofpoland]

I didn’t know you left. How’s Lithuania? 

[szymonofpoland]

I thought we were supposed to go Trick or Treating? 

[canadian-princess-chloe]

“They make bacon weird. You don’t fuck with bacon.”

“Just now you came to me. I was in here all by myself until you interrupted my song.” She chuckled.

[szymonofpoland]

"I think fucking with bacon would be pretty boring. And difficult. Not to mention, disgusting...." He grimaced, before smiling snd letting out a laugh.

"Right. Couldn't help but be attracted by your astounding mimicry of a.. What was that? A dying cat? Or a dolphin in pain?"

[sofie-of-the-netherlands]

Oh? Darling, that is wonderful! I can’t wait to meet her. You’ll let me meet her, won’t you?

No trouble at all, just tell me what you want.

[szymonofpoland]

I'd love to. But.. She could be quite rude and it gets on the nerves of people. I'm just worried you'll start off on the wrong foot.

Well, I've been to the mall recently and I didn't really like any of the overcoats they had there. So maybe that.

[sempsds]

[canadian-princess-chloe]

“A cat? A moose, maybe..”

“Yeah and I’m the superior runner. You’re just jelly.”

[szymonofpoland]

“Yeah. A dying cat. Aren’t moose from Canada? Don’t you Americans hate Canadians?”

“Kindly get out of here if you’re just going to rub it in my face.”

[canadian-princess-chloe]

“Well thank you, cats are pretty cute. Oh, totally. With a burning passion. Like, why do they exist? They’re just knockoff Americans.”

“Sorry, sorry, but you also came to me so…”

[szymonofpoland]

"That is the rudest thing I have ever heard! ...I like it. Although, I never understood where this 'burning' hatred came from. What is up with you guys?"

"Ex... cuse me. When did I ever come to you? You're the one always prancing around."

[sofie-of-the-netherlands]

Rude, Szymon. It is my color. I’m well. I’ve been caught up sewing. How are you, my love?

[szymonofpoland]

Fine, Sofie. Everything’s your color. I’m great. I’ve been busy touring someone around the island. And I probably need new clothes for the fall. So there’s that. Wanna go shopping?

[sofie-of-the-netherlands]

Good, now you know. You’re playing tour guide? Is this a friend of yours? Honey, you had me at clothes. I’m also happy to make you something if you’d like.

[szymonofpoland]

I wouldn't really bother if it wasn't a friend. But, yes. Best friend. Remember? The one I was telling you about?

Really? You would do that? That'd be great! I mean.. If it isn't too much trouble, that is.