Gavin nodded. "I know how protective siblings can be. I will make sure that Diane doesn't disturbe Valere today. Diane can be overly friendly at times, she's so eager to finally get to meet guests." He moved his thumb over the soft skin of her wrist, lightly pressing over her pulse. He hoped he could get a letter to Diane before his sister got it in her head to start bothering his guests.<br/><br/>*********<br/><br/>The king smiled at Deston's words. "Yes, quite a bit of luck, eh? Have you had a chance to meet with Diane? It's not the first time you've seen her, Prince Tansen. You were still young when your father and I tried to approach peace. We met on Loidi soil without the benefit of mediators. Daine and Gavin were still in swaddling clothes. I kept Gavin by my side, but you were put in charge of watching Diane. That's when I thought a marriage between our families would be usefull. Too bad your father ruined that."<br/><br/>He placed a hand on Tansen's arm, his skin as thin as parchment paper. "WE have a second chance here. I don't think the same mistakes will be made."