Kaige reminded TC of a hard luck stray.  Desperate for love and affection but unwilling to trust and snarling and snapping as a warning to others, a preemptive defense mechanism from being hurt by too many people she should have been able to trust.  It would take time and patience, things TC had in plenty.  He had hoped she would offer her nickname and he hoped it was a violation for him to use it despite her lack of trust.  It was if he was telling her he knew more than she might think.  She would require a steady but gentle hand to navigate the emotional firestorm that seemed to define her existence.<br/><br/>"Of course, I would love for you to come along."  His smile was genuine even if he remained at arms length.  He would make her travel that last step if that was indeed what she wanted to do.  "There are few things as enjoyable as dancing naked with the right company."  He said with a knowing smile, his eyes boldly travelling down her body.  "Besides, it makes packing a whole lot easier.  Meet me here tomorrow night right after dinner, and yes I expect you to eat dinner in the dinning hall like a perfect little lady.  There are no weapons at the altar as well, it is about love, not hate and anger."