His expression softens a bit, understanding of the rough timeline of when ones magic usually began to show.
"I would gladly take you to attend the festivals, even if we go in an... Unofficial capacity so far as our rank goes." He nodded. "And I... Apologize in advance for whatever difficulties and scrutiny the court puts you through during our courtship, but know that I will defend you unless you decree to me otherwise."
"That's very kind of you. I will admit I have not been under the eye of the courts even though I do have some experience in such scrutiny. It's comforting to hear you'll defend me."
She looks down to her hands folded together in her lap again. Faint flushes stand out so much more on her pale cheeks.
"I appreciate that. And your interest itself. I've never thought of being courted so ... I look forward to it."
And if eventually he wanted a partner with a firmer hand, well ... maybe she should do some studying on that particular topic too.
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Date: 2025-06-13 04:32 am (UTC)"I would gladly take you to attend the festivals, even if we go in an... Unofficial capacity so far as our rank goes." He nodded. "And I... Apologize in advance for whatever difficulties and scrutiny the court puts you through during our courtship, but know that I will defend you unless you decree to me otherwise."
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Date: 2025-06-15 01:47 am (UTC)"That's very kind of you. I will admit I have not been under the eye of the courts even though I do have some experience in such scrutiny. It's comforting to hear you'll defend me."
She looks down to her hands folded together in her lap again. Faint flushes stand out so much more on her pale cheeks.
"I appreciate that. And your interest itself. I've never thought of being courted so ... I look forward to it."
And if eventually he wanted a partner with a firmer hand, well ... maybe she should do some studying on that particular topic too.