Cernunnos gave a slow nod, almost a bow, lips curling into a smile. "I would not presume to know the mind of the Goddess, Princess." he said, "Though perhaps you and your ... cousin ... may be more fortunate in that regard. For myself, I am content to see what this night offers."<br/><br/><em>For I suspect it will offer much.</em>he added mentally, keeping a pleasent smile on his face.<em>The question is, who is willing to offer my court the most. I have no doubt that both of you would welcome me as ally. The Hunt still holds much of the old, wild magics, and would make a powerful foe.</em><br/><br/>His arms encircled the Princess, guiding her out onto the floor. His eyes remained on her, but his peripheral vision kept track of those who came close. It was hard to match the awareness of a true hunter, and he was without peer in that regard.<br/><br/><em>For all the darkness, the Unseelie are still Sidhe, with the Sidhe love of perfection, or at least the illusion of it.</em>His horns rose into the air above them as they danced.<em>Just how much are you willing to offer Princess? And how much are you willing to risk? Will your nobles stand if chance offers me a place on the throne beside you?</em>