His attention snapped quickly, bringing a little jump to the man as the Princess approached and spoke. Hastily he gave a bow to her, aware of possible protocols, and the armed knights so close by, in addition to whatever ones must be watching over her. He rose slowly, having taken the time to compose himself smoothly from the sudden guest.<br/><br/>"It is perfectly understandable Your Highness." His gaze quickly took in the princess's appearance, noting the marked the book in her hand with a bit of curiousity. A woman of letters, it was something he did not quite expect from Anastaria, even among the nobility. "Our quarters were quite well appointed, as I expected of Anastarian hospitality, my thanks to you and your brother."