the truth was, the princess was braver than her brother, and brighter and more confident as well. her wits were quicker, her courtesies more polished. nothing ever daunted her, not even joffrey.
she nods softly. as much as she enjoys spending time with her ladies in waiting, she has always preferred the company of her mother. and her brother, tommen. even uncle tyrion, who always makes her laugh. mother is best, though. no oneβ
under the vibrant sunshine, the queen could nearly forget all her worries, looking upon her daughter's sweet visage ββ her courtesies and good sense were just what a princess' should be.
β we shall do whatever you wish, my dear. shall i β
β not yet... β she pauses, looking down. sheβd dislike lying, even if only about being hungry, but she sure would love to talk about all sheβs done this morning. she looks back up. β may i eat after i talk? β
her eyes shine the same wayβ
β mother! β her face lights up with a smile. lifting the long folds of her dress to keep from tripping over the hem, she rushes toward her. β am i late for noon meal? β