Horen thought for a moment on her words. He was to be her companion and protector. Then he would need weapons and armor for the times when they traveled. He knew little of noble parties. The Mistress had had very few of them. He knew of dancing, though he was sure he knew next to nothing of the type of which she spoke.<br/><br/>"Lady Kate, if I am to be your protector and companion, then I will need armor and weapons for those times we do travel. I will learn any skills you wish of me. Though I think I will be a horrible dancer at best." He spoke what he thought. He knew she wanted honesty from him. But the truth was, he thought that if fighting and dancing were related that he would need to keep his skill in check. He didnt wish to make enemies here. It wasnt as hard as he thought to speak his mind. Though the lingering fear of punishment was still at the back of his mind. It was hard to shake 12 years of fear.