Tehr hadn't given much thought to the fact that Tera had given up her family name, or the matter of noble houses among the elves either.  He understood it, being nobility himself, but it did seem to put Tera in a strange position.  She might enjoy the Duke's company, but likely the best she might hope for is a well cared for lover or mistress, probably never an official wife.  Thinking of Tera and her strong personality, he thought that might not be enough for her.  He was glad to hear that she enjoyed her time here at Hewthorne Hall however, and was glad that she was back.  He suspected that it was not so much wanderlust that had called her away as it was some duty or oath that she'd had to fulfil.  As war was in progress on the mainland, her vanishing for a few months then returning so soon after smacked to him of a job that she could not deny.  But that was pure speculation and he was glad that she was comfortable in the home, even if she found herself ensconced in servants chambers.  Truth be told, Tehr wasn't sure how many more people could live under the one roof, especially once the Duke returned.  Though he hoped that Tera and the duke did enjoy each other's company, as they seemed to.<br/><br/><strong>"If you think that five would be more obvious then four, then I trust you to watch my sister, my apprentice, and his sister Tera."</strong>He smiled at her,<strong> "I trust you with my life of course, and so with the lives of those I care about.  I'd like to think that you know that includes you yourself of course." </strong>He leaned in and kissed her cheek before saying,<strong>"As to when, I think that Carolyn will be in charge of the expedition, so you should seek her out and ask her."</strong><br/><br/>Tehr made small chat with the elven warrior for a little bit longer before deciding it was time to seek out the lady Rosalyn.  He was hoping to steal some free time with the beautiful woman who had captured his thoughts so often lately.  He wished to speak with her about the return of her father, and what it might mean for them as a couple.  If she wished for some alone time with him in one of their bedrooms, then that would be wonderful as well.