The smile that spread upon Thaddeus's face as his wife put on his mother's necklace was nothing short of pure happiness. It looked absolutely beautiful on her, fitting perfectly between her collarbone, as if it had truly been made for her the entire time. "Nothing can compare. Neither the sun, nor the stars." When Victoria asked about his nephew's gift, Thaddeus gave a thoughtful nod.<br/><br/>"It, too, is a more sentimental gift." Thaddeus stated as he walked towards the desk on the other side of the room. "I'm afraid our relationship has become very...strained...since my brother's passing." There's was more then a hint of sobriety in his voice. "I'm hoping to help rebuild what we once had." In the midst of his talking, Thaddeus unlocked and pulled open the top drawer.<br/><br/>"This belonged to his father. It was left to me when he passed, but I feel it would be more appropriate for Braiden, as he has taken his father's place at the throne." As Thaddeus turned he held in his hands the late King's name engraved bible and jewel inlaid rosary. "It's not a very expensive gift, but it holds much emotional value." A part of Thaddeus didn't want to give it up, but it WAS Christmas: he could think of no better gift for his nephew.<br/><br/>~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~<br/><br/>Annalisa was rather enjoying the quiet of the Royal Garden when it was interrupted by a soft clearing of the throat. Annalisa turned to find a servant who bowed respectfully before handing her a letter. "Thank you." Her accent thick. She read the letter silently as the servant explained the reason for the interruption.<br/><br/>"What is your name?" Annalisa asked as she folded the letter up. When the servant only stared at her, Annalisa asked once more before he seemed to utter out "Kilian."<br/><br/>"Well, Kilian. You may start by showing me around. I would love to see the different..scenes that England has to offer." The woman followed the servant, taken in by the beauty of England. It wasn't home, but England had its own charm that drew Annalisa in.