Kate rose and gently squeezed Cedric's his hand and forearm, "Papa, what you have to say can be said to us both. I cannot bear to be around Jon and Cedric is just as qualified. Please, I wish Cedric to be my companion and protector. I want him to accompany me to all Winterfest activities. He was your champion in battle. He deserves a holiday. I have never interfered with your soldiers. Besides, I befriended Cedric as a child. He was taken into training while I was at Mage School. I was told not to interfere. I kept my distance. I want time to get to know him again. Papa, Jon needs time to recover."