Cedric kept up with Lady Elaine and listened to her talk. She had a rather pleasant voice, and her eyes seemed to widen when she asked about him. Cedric took his eyes from hers and looked at the shoulder, then said as he returned his gaze to hers,<br/><br/>“There is not so much to know about me m’lady. The usual story is mine. A son of a soldier that has served this household. My father would be proud to know I have become an officer. If I am accepted, I will join the Royal Guard, and maybe appointed Kate’s protector.”<br/><br/>He turned with Lady Elaine as they started to move their way back across the dance floor. When Elaine turned her head, Cedric caught sight of a wayward strand of her hair drifting about, and he said,<br/><br/>“It seems I have seen you somewhere before, but I cannot remember. I have troubles remembering things since coming back from the war.”<br/><br/>They stepped through the dance, and Cedric smiled. It was good Kate had such a friend.