Crest of the Green Leaf: Entry Five

16th Day of the 3rd Month
I don't know how Father managed to endure the monotony. All day it was nothing but debating. Round and round we went; the Counselors endlessly repeating themselves. It's impossible to determine whether they are for or against a war with Black Arrow.
Speaking thus, it's apparent that news does indeed have wings. Black Arrow and the other neighboring kingdoms have already heard about Father's death. Some have sent their sympathy and regards; while others are using this as an opportunity to consolidate their power over us by saying I am too young and not fit t…