Playing along with the embrace was not too hard for Ylrid to do, and it was genuine when he returned it. He just simply had not been used to embraces since he had been in dragon form for so long while protecting her that he had forgotten many customs. There was also the small fact that he had not been raised on embraces and sentimental moments for such things were primarily forbidden in the Raven Hawks guild.<br/><br/>As he listened to Eira speak he put on a happy face, smiling and looking relieved, not that it was too hard to do, but he had to make sure to tailor it toward Lord Bennington. Normally innocent casualities were not a large concern to him, but that was the past and he was going to be as respectful as he could of Eira's wishes. Before the embrace was released he spoke softly back, "I will be patient for now my lady, but if anyone harms you I will not hesitate to take drastic actions. My mission is to protect you afterall."<br/><br/>Slowly he released the embrace as Lord Bennington made his way over to where Ylrid and Eira were talking. In a show of respect Ylrid bowed his head low to the Lord, before raising his head and training his orange eyes on the man to gauge his present mood. The eyes of the man appeared hopeful and this provided Ylrid with the moment of opportunity he was hoping for. "I see you two appear to be catching up," Lord Bennigton said warmly in that honeysuckle voice that would have most women swooning over him.<br/><br/>"Yes indeed Lord Bennigton. I was actually wondering if I may have a moment of your time." Ylrid was going to use Eira's suggestion and play along as a way to keep a close eye on things.<br/><br/>"Of course," he appeared willing to comply with the request and placed his hands behind his back as they walked away from Eira a few paces.<br/><br/>"I was wondering if you would be willing to provide me lodging for a few days, perhaps even a week. I am the son of Almora'an a Captain of the Norlund Army, Eira and I were close friends in my youth and I would like some time to catch up with my friend." Ylrid expected certain parts of that story might not sit well with Lord Bennington but he was prepared if those questions came up as they did.<br/><br/>"Would any of your interest be romantic?" Lord Bennington asked with a small suspicion appearing in his eyes.<br/><br/>Ylrid smiled, "she is more like a sister to me my Lord, nothing more, I promise not to impede on your pursuit of her affection."<br/><br/>This did the trick and Lord Bennington nodded in affirmation. "My advisor Ashirik will come by later to show you to your place, one of my quarters across the courtyard."<br/><br/>Ylrid nodded and smiled warmly. "You are most gracious Lord Bennington." With that he bowed his head and went back to Eira to tell her the good news thus far.