James made sure to stay close to Serena as she led him toward the castle; it was very easy to get lost behind the stones walls of any fortress, this one being no exception. As they walked through the halls of the castle, James listened intently to Serena as she spoke, nodding in reply, though wishing for her to finish before speaking. He would often find himself looking her over, and as much as he forced his eyes to stop, it would only happen time and time again...still, he did not submit to his mind's primal instincts.<br/><br/>When Serena did stop speaking, James cleared his throat, smiling. "Well, I can see why you're his favorite, but one must remember that he is only protective because of your condition...I would be, too. Also, I'm sure your brothers don't have certain...traits that you possess, but then again, I, who know so little of you, shouldn't judge in such matters." He paused briefly, remembering Serena's words from before. "And, since you are curious of your protector's background, it is only fair he shares some information..." He grins briefly, though quickly returns to a smile. "...I am from Salisbury, though my family originated from the Roman survivors in Eastern England before moving west. My current home resides in Exeter, but from the looks of things, I won't be returning that anytime soon...too bad, really, I was hoping to retrieve my armor and lance. Still, I am glad to be of service to you and your father." He glanced over his chain mail armor, which had but mere scorch marks from the previous battle. Despite this insignificant amount of damage, it made him think of his plate mail, and how much he would have liked to use it. He looked back up at the princess, his polite smile having never faded.<br/><br/>"Now, as for my immediate family...my mother and father both live in the Salisbury area, and my four brothers work for them. My two sisters have already gone and married into Count Meltor's family, a noble very close to my father, and I have worked for him countless times. I cannot recall my father ever voicing his opinion on my brothers and I beyond the fact that we were fine, brave men. I am contented to know that he speaks well of me, and is proud of my accomplishments in war."