Alyxander winced slightly at Lord Lyon's reaction, knowing it would cause more tension; but it was important that the man be warned. If not, how could Reika ever be safe? He didn't want her to fear this life.<span style="font-style: italic">"We will talk later. Go into town lad and enjoy yourself on the town."</span>Alyx stood slowly and nodded, gently taking the purse as it was offered to him.<span style="font-style: italic">"This is serious and am glad you told me."</span>"I merely want things to be peaceful, sir. For everyone. Do not hold John's wariness against him; if I were him, I would be on edge too... though in a different manner than this, yes." He was defending the other boy for the sake of showing he was forgiving and willing to cooperate with him, should John come to terms with all of this; and if he happened to be listening in on this, which Alyx wouldn't doubt.<br/><br/><span style="font-style: italic">"Take some cider and cookies with you."</span><br/><br/>Alyxander caught the scent of cookies and cider the moment the door opened too, and knew instantly that Ann was at her cooking again. And when she was cooking, the outcome was always delicious. He nodded to Lord Lyons, glancing to John as he walked out of the study and down the stairs without saying anything. Following the scent of baking, he soon enough entered the kitchen, where Kate and Reika were as well. Reika glanced over curiously and a smile sparked up on her face. "Alyx, Kate showed me the snow house. It's amazing." The boy smiled and nodded. "It is indeed. And what did you sketch?" "My name, right near yours and Kate's." Alyx smiled and took his seat next to Reika at the table.