[@Mistress Dizzy]

It was an interesting thing, watching the contrast between the shock and horror that was on her face as he told her of a sample of the political realities of Tushina to the spark and joy that came into her eyes as she spoke about her homeland. He privately made a mental note that she was somewhat obsessive about weaponry and that if she was to be his bride, it would be a good idea to do some study on the subject.

As she faltered, he couldn't help but feel the need to try and comfort her a little. "Don't be too harsh on him. If it was up to him I suspect he would have let you follow your heart when the time came, but alas he sits on the throne of Apura. It is the nature of thrones that while you may use one to impose your will on others, the throne imposes its will on you in turn."