For The Realm

[Jazzi]

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"My mother used to say that it was important to put on a good show. To be there, present and involved, as a tangible symbol of authority for the people of Bretonia to rally to. A vessel through which the common folk can pour their hopes, ambitions, and hard work. A representative of the Queen of Bretonia, Carina the First herself, through which her people may see their salvation in their benefit to serving her. The 'air of the nobility' to galvanise the nation."

"I dare say, I do believe she's got it all rather backwards. It often struck me as a vile notion. The implication being, of course, that the people of Bretonia were there for the benefit of her Majesty and the court. I'd wager it's not contrarian to suggest the whole affair could, should, and does work the other way around. The Monarchy, her Majesty, and her court should exist to serve the people. In all fairness, I posit her Majesty the Queen understands this herself despite the entitlement of certain members of her court."

"It's for that reason that I, Lady Eleanor Jane Cromwell, seek to fulfill my duty to the Realm and it's people by submitting my application for a commission within her Majesty's armed forces to you, Rear Admiral. I live under no illusions that the United Kingdom of Bretonia is up shit's creek with half a paddle, desparately whittling away a second to extricate ourselves from collap- ha! You're right. Yet I shan't seek forgiveness for my candour, for I believe you see my point. The time for decisive, beneficent, strong leadership is now more than it has ever been. The citizens of the realm should find that in those of us of noble lineage. They deserve the best from us. We ought to rise to the occassion."

"Put me in command of the HMS-Chatham, Rear Admiral, and allow me to serve our people. Speak to my friends at court and my instructors at the academy if you seek references with regards to my character and abilities. I'm confident you will find their appraisals in support of my application."

"Yours Sincerely, Lady Cromwell."

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