Cassiopeia’s sense of humor and constant ribbing was captivating at best, annoying at worst.  Though for the Prince, he tended to favor the former more so than the latter.  Verbal jousts of sarcasm were one of his favorites, after all, and the Princess never seemed to let up in that area.  Still, he felt it necessary to thank her for her generous offer.  “That won’t be necessary, Cassiopeia, but I am in gratitude of your offer just the same,” he said with a playful grin.  “Besides, I could never do justice to a fine garment like that in the same fashion that you so easily do.”<br/><br/>For good measure, she made sure a clear view of her cleavage was on display as she made her way to her mother.  The Princess was well aware of her assets, and certainly knew how to hold a man’s attention.  Following a brief discussion between the pair, Cassiopeia stands erect and announces her mother will soon depart.  Her declaration of spending a few days with the Lancasters was the zinger that caught Orion’s consideration.<br/><br/>The Prince noticed how Mother wasted no time with a response.  “I think that is a splendid idea, my dear.  I’ll see to it that one of our guest rooms is made up for you.  In fact, during your stay with us, I’ll put you in our most comfortable guest room.”  As she spoke, she motioned toward a maid who instantly disappeared.  “I think it’s wonderful that you and Orion will take the time to get to know each other better.  That can only strengthen the relationship,” she concluded.<br/><br/>Indeed, Mother.  Indeed, he mused.  However, with views of her ass and bosom still fresh in his mind’s eye, thoughts of naughtiness could not be avoided.  Well, they easily could have, but the Prince chose not to.  I do wonder, Mother, he spoke in his mind, if we will be allowed to do what we want, all in the best interests of getting to know one another, of course.  Or will it be scripted and already planned out for us?  Had Orion been a betting man, his money would have been placed on the latter scenario.