The priest rolled up his copy of the marriage contract. "Well, I would have to say that yes, it is normal your highness," he said. "You and the prince rushed into this marriage. A process that should take a few months took a few minutes." He started picking up the articals of the marriage and clearing off the alter.<br/><br/>"I won't lie, I don't think a rush and secrecy is good. However, I've known Prince Gavin since he was a little boy. You are the second female he's ever even cared for; the first being his sister. For years, his father has tried to get him interested in women, but he only seemed to care about learning about his kingdom and trying to find the perfect husband for Princess Diane." The priest shook his head. "Those two were so close to each other. I know twins are often close, but not boy and girl twins. After their mother died, Gavin took care of Diane. He never let her out of his sight. After she became an adult, he was forced to stay in the men's quarters, but they spent most of the day together."<br/><br/>He looked down. "I don't know how they'll deal when Diane leaves to live with her husband. It'll be the first time ever they'll be truly apart."<br/><br/>*****************<br/><br/>Diane looked up at Lord Martinez approached. Though it was not custom, she stood up to wait until he was at the table. "Lord Martinez," she said, dropping in a curtsy. "I am glad you came. I was starting to worry that my lunch was cancelled."<br/><br/>She smiled at him, motioning for him to join her. "I hope you don't mind, but I took the liberty of ordering us a simple lunch. Nothing too heavy, considering the events of the day."