And then the Circle shattered, a war started for the Orlesian throne, and someone ripped the sky open. So… could be better.
Not exactly something you want on your resume, no.
Vivienne is not the sort of person who would sit back and watch while the world crashed down around her. The Inquisition is the only group even trying to stand against the chaos. So she resorts to the only logical course of action for a courtier: she throws a party for them.
Because what better way to apply for a job then to throw a fancy Orlesian-style ball for them.
Any mage can destroy their enemies with fire and ice, but Vivienne can rip apart her opponents verbally, politically, socially—and make ice seem like the gentlest option.
I think I'm in love. 
She takes great pride in her work, and her interactions with a certain unnamed Inquisition mage can be a little… explosive. In a good way. Mostly.
Now. Is she talking about Solas or Dorian?
But dat letter though.
Today's word, children, is BURN.