She's what?! (Lucan)

[Rouland de Archer]

Rouland only really made the journey to Camelot when it was needed; he saw no point in disturbing his routines for trivial visits and socialisations. However, this was important news, and well, despite it being gossip, Rouland felt compelled to share it with someone who would share his own thoughts. So it was with this in mind that he had thought to seek out Sir Lucan; Griff's brother. Rouland doubted that Griff would get around to telling his family anything, so Rouland felt like it was his duty to fill the Aubert's in on this... happy occasion.

Rouland wasn't quite sure what he thought about his nieces condition just yet. Irritatingly she and her husband weren't going anywhere anytime soon so their child was quickly becoming his problem and concern as well. Rouland had known that Caitrin had been pregnant for weeks; he recognised the signs. For one, when she had been trying to conceal her condition and sickness from Griff, she had not kept the same diligence where her Uncle was concerned. It was the little things as well, such as the way she had been acting which had convinced him that she was pregnant. His wife had been the same when she had fallen pregnant with Dristan.

Although Rouland wasn't completely annoyed at Caitrin's condition, as she and Griff were at least married, it was incredibly inconvenient. He had enjoyed at least a relative amount of peace for years, but now there would be a baby in the house. Rouland wasn't really a fan of children; they were too noisy and dependant for his own liking, and no doubt they would see him as a sort of grandparent. He screwed his face up at the thought; he was far too young to be a grandparent.

Finally he reached what he assumed was Sir Lucan's chambers in the castle. It sometimes irritated Rouland that Caitrin hadn't fallen for the brother who was a respectable knight of Camelot. No, instead she had married his layabout brother The same brother Rouland was expected to eventually pass his estate onto if Dristan didn't start stepping up to the mark. Sighing Rouland knocked on the door of the chambers to see whether Lucan was in so he could announce himself.

Timeline: After Lancelot du Lac, the day after the 'You're what' thread.
Tags: Lucan Aubert
Location: Lucan's chambers
Time of Day: Morning[/color]

[lucan]

Lucan looked up as a knock on the door sounded the room. He was busy writing a letter to Camila, and was even contemplating on writing one to Griff; he had not heard from his brother since his wedding to Lady Caitrin. He had accepted Griff's choice of wife for his brother's sake, but both he and Caitrin Uncle Rouland were thinking the same thoughts when it came to the union of their two familes...

Screwed.

Of course his father hadn't been present, choosing to write back that he was too ill too attend. Lucan knew his father wasn't in the best health, but he could've at least tried to make an effort to attend. Elaine hadnt attended either. Lucan wondered whether his father would actually acknowledge his brother anymore, given the fact that he'd practically disowned him already. Lucan knew that Corneous still cared for Griff's welfare, but he seemed to be relying on Lucan to provide it now. Thankfully Griff had a mind of his own, so Lucan had strayed into the background when it came own to accomodation and choices of wife. But he was always there should Griff ever need him - not that his brother would think that he was. It appeared that Griff hated him as much as he hated their father.

He put down the quill and looked towards the door. Who on earth was knocking at this time of morning? "Enter." he called and waited to see who, on the other side, would walk in.

[Rouland de Archer]

Rouland was not the sort of man who enjoyed being kept waiting. When he wanted an audience he wanted a prompt audience and that was the end of it. He was in half a mind to just burst in, but he knew that Lucan was courting someone himself and the last thing he wanted to do would be to walk in on a rather intimate scene. Well that was assuming that Lucan had as free morals as his brother had. He suspected Lucan had more self restraint than Griff did with most things. At least Lucan could hold down a job

What had Rouland done that was so wrong in his life to be landed with a pair like Caitrin and Griff. He had thought it was bad enough when his stubborn niece had been sent to live with him, but then she had got married, and now she was pregnant. All Rouland wanted to do was to sit in quiet and have his wine; was that too much to ask?! Rouland had had more peace in Mercia and considering his brother was the biggest pain in his side ever, it was some achievement.

Luckily it wasn't too long before he received the invitation to enter Lucan's chambers. He pushed the door open rather briskly and bowed his head shortly to Lucan. "Sir Lucan." He greeted rather formally until he settled himself, folding his arms and considering the man. Did he even know how much trouble his brother was causing him? "I have some news to deliver to you." It wouldn't do to just come out with this sort of thing, it was always better to keep people in suspense. You had more fun that way, "And no prizes for guessing who it is about."

[lucan]

Lord Rouland? What on earth was he doing he...wait. Oh dear, If Rouland was here then it meant that something wasn't right. Lucan nodded as he came in. "Lord Rouland" he greeted him and gestured for him to sit down, "and what do I owe this surprising pleasure?"

"I have some news to deliver to you." Oh great. That was all he needed, "And no prizes for guessing who it is about."

Lucan frowned, "No doubting that it's about Griff and Caitrin" He rolled his eyes. Rouland did not look at all happy, so obviously Griflet must have done something to cause such annoyance. The pair did live under Rouland's roof after all, and Lucan knew that Rouland liked nothing better than peace and wine.
The two men had both the same opinion and Lucan was sure that Rouland wouldn't have come to him if he didn't want to rant about matters that didn't interest Luc - and therefore Lucan was prepared for anything that Rouland had to throw at him.

Lucan sat down opposite where Rouland was and folded his arms, "Come on then, hit me with it - What's he done?"

[Rouland de Archer]

Rouland never really saw much of Lucan. The last time they had had a thorough conversation had been at Caitrin and Griff's wedding, and they had been in one mind about that and perhaps they would be in the same thoughts about this matter as well. Rouland took up the seat that Lucan offered with a silent nod, and gestured for Lucan to join him. After all he would probably need a seat after the news Rouland was about to deliver.

Rouland nodded as Lucan of course guessed correctly about the people his visit was concerned with. The only time he and Lucan had anything to say to each other seemed to be when one of them was annoyed with either Caitrin or Griff's conduct. Rouland ran a hand through his hair thoughtfully, wondering how to convey this news to Lucan with the full force of its severity behind it. Leaning back in his seat, Rouland pressed his hands together and gave a disbelieving sort of grin, "Well its more what have they both done." He explained and left it there for a few moments before continuing, "Caitrin is pregnant."

[lucan]

Had Rouland just said what Lucan thought that he had said? No...no way... He raised his brows and looked at the older man in disbelief; "Pardon?" It was a good job he was sitting down, otherwise he would've fainted from shock - then again this was Griff and there was no surprises with him. So why was Lucan in some kind of shock?

Caitrin was pregnant. Griff was going to be a father and Lucan...

Uncle Luc? oh no! No way was he going to be called that!
Had his father had been here right now then he would've gone mad. However Lucan remained calm. There was really no point in becoming so angry at...WHAT AN IDIOT! Griff just couldn't restrain himself could he? Yes they were married and technically the child hadn't been concieved out of wedlock, but seriously?! Now?! Lucan was going to wring his brother's neck when he saw him.

"I take it you're not exactly jumping for joy at the prospect of a mini Griff either" Lucan sat back and folded his arms. With a small sigh he shook his head. "I should've seen this coming, I knew I should've..." he muttered to himself.

[Rouland de Archer]

Rouland was quite impressed his words had caused such a reaction and he just smirked on at Lucan's initial reaction. Of course Rouland didn't repeat his words; Lucan had heard him just right. However, unlike himself, Lucan had had only a few moment to process the news. Rouland had known for some time and had therefore already come to terms with the news that Caitrin was with child. To be fair Rouland was under the full impression that he deserved Lucan's sympathy for this turn of events. After all, it was very well for Lucan as he could sit here in the castle and ignore the problem, but Rouland lived under the same roof as the happy couple.

At Lucan's words Rouland let out a sharp chuckle, but before he got to answering he looked around the Knight's chambers. "Can I have a drink? Water would do but I would prefer something stronger." It was mid morning, but did that matter to Rouland? Not one bit. He then turned his attentions back to the young Knight and shook his head. "It could be a mini Caitrin as well." Rouland pointed out with a shudder. That was just what he needed; another stubborn red haired child running round and telling him how wrong he was. "Well they have been married for a few months." Rouland pointed out rather matter-of-factly. "But no, I'm not incredibly pleased, after all, they will be bringing the child up under my roof."