His introduction to Duchess Stormcrown prior to the wedding was a matter of course and of respect. She looked somewhat conflicted and worried by the human's presence, but that was to be expected. Handy made it quite clear to the good duchess that the king sent his regards and respect, that Handy's presence was strictly in the most complimentary manner possible, and that he'd take pains to make it so at the reception. She seemed somewhat mollified by this circumstance, if seemingly still worried about something. 