Tehr paused and thought about it, "No, that's ok Angelique, thank you though.   Your explanation makes sense now why I know little of them.  I think that throwing my weight behind house Saari would bear much more fruit.  Especially since the meeting with Emily d'Ravos went so well.   I think maybe I'd best not extend myself, let's forget about Remes for now.   Though maybe you could do me a small task if possible?   I'd like to know which of the major houses were invited to the ball.  I learned from d'Ravos that her house did not receive an invite.  That only the 'players' in the field as it were, got invitations.   I'm sure ir'Dale or his sister will be there, but I'd like to know who else might be there that I'll have to worry about."<br/><br/>He smiled and finished his coffee, then set the mug down, "If I were to make official inquiries into that, it would be found out for certain that I was doing so.  Hopefully if a non noble makes the requests, it might slip by unnoticed."<br/><br/>He shrugged, and then sighed, "But if you can't, it's understandable.  I need to spend some time in my study tonight working, but would like to take a break for dinner, I think out on the patio.  It's a nice enough day that this evening should be pleasant.  If you'd care to join me for dinner you may.  You know I enjoy your company and conversation.  But I'm to bed early tonight,"  He smiled at her apologetically, "and alone for a change.  I need some rest and want an early start in the morning."