"You have always been far better at that than I. I have always admired that in you." True, Kisara could be reserved when she wanted to, as well, but if there was something she wanted, something she felt needed to be made known, she was always quite clear in expressing herself. It is a trait he has envied at times, for there are countless situations where a more direct approach would have saved all involved a bit of grief— but he is glad he had managed it now, even if he'd had to fumble through it.
He lets his index finger tap thoughtfully against the rim of his teacup before he makes his next offer— if they're to use this time to get to know one another better in this new light, he doesn't see any reason to delay.
"Lovely as tea is, perhaps I could convince you to have dinner with me this evening? Privately. I would ensure that we were left alone." He may no longer be lord, but many of the palace staff are still eager to serve him, along with other appointed officials, and he does not want their prying eyes to cost either of them the comfort of privacy.
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"You have always been far better at that than I. I have always admired that in you." True, Kisara could be reserved when she wanted to, as well, but if there was something she wanted, something she felt needed to be made known, she was always quite clear in expressing herself. It is a trait he has envied at times, for there are countless situations where a more direct approach would have saved all involved a bit of grief— but he is glad he had managed it now, even if he'd had to fumble through it.
He lets his index finger tap thoughtfully against the rim of his teacup before he makes his next offer— if they're to use this time to get to know one another better in this new light, he doesn't see any reason to delay.
"Lovely as tea is, perhaps I could convince you to have dinner with me this evening? Privately. I would ensure that we were left alone." He may no longer be lord, but many of the palace staff are still eager to serve him, along with other appointed officials, and he does not want their prying eyes to cost either of them the comfort of privacy.