Seeming to consider his words only briefly the Duke had nod his head slightly, enough to catch the gesture close to him but harder to take notice from further away. His expression was serious but his body relaxed, seeming to find his words and warning with grace, smiling slightly. "It helps to have a native guide to the court's dealings here. Different people, different ways." His tone calm and at ease, even though his eyes remained carefully alert up to the point that Rosalyn chose to walk up to them.<br/><br/>As Tehr's answer to her words came out in a less than stellar fashion, the duke had the decency to not say anything, simply smile at him, and his hurried words to fix up the situation. Not seeming to find any offense in the situation though, he left it to his daughter to continue the exchange of words before the Spaniard's voice rose up, followed by the queen. Bearing witness to this small conflict seemed to be on everyone's mind for the short moment, but as it passed Rosalyn's voice carried a melodic, amused tone to it as she whispered so only Tehr and the Duke might pick it up.<br/><br/>"I would be delighted, if m'lord allows this." She cast a look at the duke, noticing the brief nod, before continuing again. "It would also allow me a breath of fresh air without too many escorts I believe. I have heard the place mentioned, and look forward to seeing it. Some mentioned its quite a remarkable piece of property within Londinium." Her tone calm and relaxed, as she whispered the last piece almost conspirationally. "And one with high fences for privacy, as well?" Her tone was followed by a mirthful smile on those rosy lips, her eyes gazing forth at his own as she waited for his answer, a definite delight in the bit of whispers.<br/><br/>Further off, several people looked intent on not seeming like they were trying to listen in, but being rather obvious about it. Yet at the same time the Guard Captain moved to speak to the Queen a short whisper, earning a brief nod from the Queen who seemed to accept those words quietly, a smile on her face that didn't seem a forced one after the words. The eight bell would give him some time, and give her some. Nonetheless, as the proceedings at the court seemed to be carrying on, the Duke let out a short laugh.<br/><br/>"I think after all of this we should step outside for a breath of fresh air. Come along, elf-friend." The way he spoke the last part seemed to hint at a deeper meaning, and it drew some curious looks in the court. Most of them might not recognise the term, but some seemed quite curious to know, further whispers taking place. "Yes, a little fresh air sounds wonderful, these court clothing may be beautiful in their own way yet so<em>constrictive...</em>" Her words seemed to draw eyes to her figure as she walked forth, with a praticed or natural grace, but either way as she moved, the Duke was allowed a moment to casually poke his side with his elbow. "I would imagine a fair share of people are wondering about your days away from the court and how you came to know us in the meanwhile, as well as curiosity at the 'prince consort' rumors to be true or not, among the nobility. It would appear that people like to talk, while not knowing for sure about a fair share of things, at least yet."