Gabriel looked up as the Princess was finally presented and they were introduced.  He looked her over for a moment, noting her natural beauty and elegant demeanor despite the lifetime she'd spent in these wild surroundings.  She really was something to behold.  Noting her stare, however, he averted his gaze and stood, drawing the short sword on his belt.<br/><br/>"I knew it, you son of a-...!" Sebis exclaimed, pushing off from the doorframe and charging towards Gabriel.  He skidding to a halt, however, as the lad did something wholly unexpected.<br/><br/>Gabriel knelt on the floor on one knee, head bowed and sword offered to Vail with both hands.  "My name is Gabriel of Valdaran," he said solemnly, "If by my life or death I can keep you safe, you shall not come to harm under my watch.  Will you accept this oath?"<br/><br/>Sebis continued to scowl, but arched a brow as he folded his arms over his chest and said, "Hmph.  If nothing else, at least it knows its proper place..."