Tehr looked genuinely relieved that Tielwater wasn't going to take him up on the magical duel.  He even mimed brushing an arm across his head, "An exhibition type duel then?  That sounds like it could be quite fun.  If your student is any good, it should be quite a work out.  I'm afraid that my own studies in the arcane art have not only been somewhat lacking due to nobility's demands, but also due to my own... hmmmm... particular specialization."<br/><br/>He sat down and picked up his goblet again, taking a small sip.  He was feeling loose from the wine and would sip it slowly.  As Tielwater rang for another bottle Tehr explained, "I don't want you to worry, I don't practice any destructive or overly dangerous magics.  But more... hmm... natural magic shall we say?  Magic that the Church doesn't approve of.  I don't think they'd burn me at the stake or anything, but they certainly wouldn't approve of the choice I've made in my studies."<br/><br/>As the halfling with the bottle came in, Tehr realized that he was going to be expected to continue drinking,  He quickly drained his cup and held it out for Teil again.  "Last one for me or else you might find me snoozing in your great hall."  He muttered with a smile.<br/><br/>He listened to the suggestions and nodded, "The eternity garden sounds intrigueing, and maybe tomorrow after the duel, when people have seen my face I can wander a bit more freely eh?"  He took a sip and said, "As to the outriders, I wouldn't dream of missing them from all that Emily's told me of them."<br/><br/>He chatted of small things with Teilwater  for a while longer, polite conversation, mostly of news and gossip of Londinium.  But it became obvious that neither had any real interest in it, not interest in delving into deeper topics.  Finally he stood, "I fear that were I to stay and drink more with you sir, I might be found sleeping in this chair.  I would now see if Lady Emily is free for that visit to the gardens.  I wouldn't trouble you for the escort if you'd direct me or summon a servant.  Though I do hope before my visit is over we can talk of the arcane arts in more detail?"