"Well, if he's wise, it won't have anything to do with magic." She chuckled then, the husky sound echoing through the night air. "So tell me about this interest you  have in me." She smiled even though it would be difficult to see. "After all, a woman does like to have her ego flattered as well." That and it would put it out in the open between them; HonorÃ¨ was not known for mincing words, although she often choose them wisely as she was able. She knew she was a novelty for the prince, but it wouldn't hurt to see how well he played the courtier's game.<br/><br/>She sat down on the bench, reposing in a way that she knew was attractive, the long lines of her body that showed off every curve and hinted at what was beneath. This was one of the things she would teach Diane upon the morrow.<br/><br/>"Hiding places are a necessity, your highness. One must always have a place to retreat, regroup and prepare for the next advance. Even a prince."