<em>"...As for the Queen, I imagine they would have sought to invite the Queen directly if it was possible, but the fact they're aiming for a semi-formal event and with such a short warning time, I would think she is likely to not attend... "</em>Tehr nodded his head at Rosalyn's words.  She had an excelent grasp on courtly politics.  He had thought this to be the case, but it was also good that the elven maid agreed with his idea to confirm with the queen.  It would be only prudent at the very least.<br/><br/>Then as the conversation turned to financing he spoke,<strong>"Of course we can divert some of the house Wynt funds towards new garments.  A semi formal event that includes dancing at the compound along with an evening cruise on a sailing ship.  I admit,</strong>" he smirked,<strong> "I have no idea what sort of a garment that calls for in a woman's wardrobe."</strong>It was then that Angelique led the servants in to set the desert course, a familiear fruit pie cut into slices and served with a small dollop of cream on the side.<br/><br/>Tehr looked at Rosalyn who smiled and said,<strong> "Pleasures like this are best shared among friends."</strong><br/><br/>Tehr pondered for a moment if that comment meant more than it seemed.  Certainly by now the elven maid knew his prediliction for carnal acts, as well as the fact that such acts often included more than just one other participant.  But he decided that the beauty was too inscrutable to glean her meaning and that he'd have to let the comment slide.  When Angelique returned again with a pot of tea to complement the fruit pie, Tehr motioned to her,<strong>"Now Angelique on the other hand, seems to be a genius when it comes to fashion.  Maybe she could be of assistance if you need it in co-ordinating your dresses?  I'm sure that whatever you three decide will be exceptional and the only thing I ask is that you take at least one of our guards with you on your shopping trip tomorrow.  While the city has become much safer lately, I worry about the three of you carrying coin with no one to guard you.  I will not be able to do it, as I must attend to other matters as usual."</strong>Tehr took a bite of the fruit pie as he considered a late morning visit to Marie and Jesanie d'Saari.