Now Scout got promoted to Advisor of Law, the position of Lady Steward was open. Scout had told the queen she would still perform some of the Lady Steward duties in the absence of a new one, and had suggested that the palace secretary, Cahaya, could help out as well, as acting Lady Steward. This meant Cahaya would be helping Scout out with those tasks, because Scout would be occupied with her new tasks as well.

She had received word that the queen had acted on her suggestion, and that Cayaha was willing to take on the role.

The blonde was going through documents when a knock on her door made her look up. "Come in", she said, putting the documents aside. As expected, it was Cahaya.

"Thank you, lady Sinaga." She smiled at the woman and gestured at the chair opposite from her, at the desk. "I heard you'll be the acting Lady Steward now I'm no longer in that position. Do you have any experience, or an idea what you'll be doing?"

When Scout allowed her in and gestured to the seat opposite from her. Cahaya took the seat and placed her hands on her lap. As she looked at the woman in front of her. Her warm smile faltered a bit, so she went with a more serious, relaxed face as she spoke."I informed Her Majesty, that I was willing to help where possible." She would still be doing her palace Secutary work in the background as well so it wasn't going to be left behind.

"I have no experience, the Queen told me a little bit of what I will be doing and that's about it." It was true the queen only told her a little bit. However, she is still confused about it.

Scout nodded. Palace secretary and acting Lay Steward was a very realistic combination of positions. Normally it wouldn't be too busy for Cahaya. "Alright, I see", she said when the woman explained that she was willing to help and that Iliana had explained the job a little. "Perhaps it's easier that I allow you to ask your questions first, so I know what you do and don't know about the job."

When Scout informed her that it would be easier for her to ask questions first to see what she does and doesn't know about this job. Cahaya thought for a bit if there were any questions on top of her head. It was tough because she didn't know much about this position, so it is hard to know what questions to ask. So she ponders on the questions.

"How much is the job talking to the people? As the Queen mentioned going to gatherings and listening to people. I've never really been one to go to gatherings so it will be out of my comfort zone." It is true as she rather stay in her office than go out and about then go to parties and social events. It's just not something she would be willing to do.

"she also mentioned setting up events or gathers or addresses. How does one do that? I never been to a social event or social gathering."

Scout thought before responding. "The job is entirely talking to people. You're the bridge between the citizens and the crown. Because it's impossible to have conversations with everyone, I organised community meetings where people could voice concerns or questions. I would answer these if I could, or take them to the queen to let her know what was on the people's mind." She poured a cup of tea and looked at Cahaya to see if she wanted one as well. If she did, she would pour the woman a cup as well.

"If that's out of your comfort zone, I would suggest practicing in the mirror. You will need to talk to people a lot, to understand what their worries are. Another big thing is to be aware of the political climate, and to never say anything that hasn't been formally approved by the royal cabinet. If there is talk about new laws, but they aren't confirmed yet, it's best to say it's in the works than to tell the people the drafts of what we're discussing."

Then about the events. "Sometimes it's fun things, like a ball or a party. Most of the time, though, it will be helping prepare an address, or host a community meeting. You just get a room, and prepare it for the people. You can make your own rules to give the event structure. I always let someone ask a question and people knew they would have to wait for my response before asking another question."

She then slightly raised an eyebrow. "Have you never been to a community meeting before?"

[OOC: I know Cahaya wasn't on the site when the community meetings happened, but you can pretend that she was. Might make it easier for you as well.]

Cahaya was slowly taking it all down as she listened to Scout talk. So it just gives the people a chance to talk and, if possible, ease their nerves and bring any concerns to the Queen. When Scout asked her if she had been to any of the community meetings. "I haven't been to any of the community meetings. I normally work seven days a week and when I am not at work, I am at home working." She explained, there was no such thing as a time off for her.

She was a bit disappointed to hear Cahaya had never been to one of the meetings, but she could understand. "I see", she responded, placing her hands on her lap.

"An event will be needed soon, but currently a community meeting might not be the best idea." Another community meeting could be good, but also dangerous, because there wasn't a lot of knowledge they could share yet, and people would definitely have questions. "People will have questions about the Eldouir that was captured. We are currently still discussing what to do with her, so there's nothing official we can give the people yet. What would you tell them if they asked?"

When Scout asked her about what she would say if people asked her about the Eldouir who was being imprisoned. She knew that this was a tricky subject that had to be treated with utmost care cause even the smallest slip-up would create a massive mass, and they couldn't afford that. "We understand that you are worried." That is a good start because it is acknowledging how this might make them feel, especially since what happened the last time the Eldouirs were here.

"We are keeping a close eye on the situation." Cahaya uses the Royal we as an instance that they are still deciding but using fancier terms, but hopefully ease people mind that they are keeping an eye on them at least to a further discussion is had.

Scout smiled at Cahaya, a big smile. "Very good!" she said, a bit more excited than was even warranted. "It's very good to use the royal we. It makes it clear that you're not just sent by the crown to diffuse situations, but that you're involved with the issues as well. I would only suggest adding that we're working to come up with a solution as quick as possible, but other than that, that was a perfect response."

She took another sip of her tea. "Now, we both know people aren't easy. If they aren't satisfied with that response, they will ask follow up questions. It's best to tell them the crown will disclose information as soon as possible, and then try to get out of that conversation. You can make some promises, say you will relay their concerns, but never promise something you cant guarantee."

She then added another thing. "You're also the eyes on the street, so if you notice an increase in violence or unrest, do tell the Lord Commander about it, or even a royal guard. If there are law related issues, I'm here for those. If there are a lot of questions about Gifted, don't hesitate to talk to lady Florina Bellerose. And, of course, be transparent with the queen."

The blonde continued to smile, then focused again. "Anything else you're wondering, or want to ask?"

Cahaya kept her hands on her lap, as she didn't accept the tea. She know she was going to be working with the Queen the most as she was her eyes and ears more than anybody else in the palace. So no matter the issue she will talk to the Queen about official business in regard to any trouble that the public might feel.

When she asked if there was anything else she thought for a moment. "I don't think there is."

There was definitely something odd about Cahaya. Even if you didn't want tea, this royal culture and atmosphere created some expectations as to what was polite or not. Not even answering when someone offered you tea was strange, but Scout would let it be for what it was. While it was indeed true that the queen was the most important person in a lady stewards network, the other advisors were also very important. They weren't advisors for nothing.

So Scout felt a bit uncertain about whether Cahaya was up for the task. Luckily they would be working together so Scout would be able to train Cahaya.

"Good", she then said. "Has the queen given you any specific tasks to look into for the time being?"

Cahaya was just a very reclusive and independent woman who tend to do things without going to people for advise, she would try and figure things out on her own before that. She had been like that she her parents died. In her head, try and do yourself before asking for advise, it was just how she was brought up.

"Her Majesty didn't give me any direct task" Explained softly,

As acting Lady Steward, it would be crucial to go to people for advice. A Lady Steward didn't hold any authority over issues that had to do with law, the military or Gifted. It was a good thing Cahaya wasn't voicing her thoughts, because it would have thrown Scout off.

"Well, let me give you one, then. I think it would be a good idea for you to come to lord Featherton's ball. There will be a lot of people present, so definitely a lot of opinions as well."