Though clearly irritated, Haidar accepted the offered answer, dismounting with a scowl. He handed the reins of his black-coated, fire-maned mount to the stablemaster before the man passed beyond the gate with his charges. He had fastened the trident to Hellfire's saddle, his hands now empty. He crossed his arms, standing nearly two feet over the petite Erin. His gaze had not lost any of its intensity. "Very well. No, we do not have a problem. Lead the way," he said, gesturing with one big hand. The king's eyes showed that the taunt had gone ignored, but not unnoticed. The Kraken Guard formed up behind him in the same formation they'd held before they dismounted.