Ebonshield laughed at Artemis’ suggestion. "Ohoho, no, no... 'Real' relationships, I should think, are built on strong foundations and take many months to construct." With a sly smile, she lifted her hind hooves up into the chair and turned sideways, curling herself up into a sort of ball, with her wings wrapped around her. "I am not completely past the age of physical breeding, but I am past the age where my House may demand my service, and anyways I have already given them plenty already. So, I am free to partner with whom I please."