By now the entire room was staring at them. If there was any chance of discretion, it ended with the sharp tone that Renly had taken. He may not have Robert's temper, but he could cause a scene as well as his older brother. Margaery gripped the arm rests of her chair in response, seething with irritation. She was losing her ability to mask her emotions and felt ready to strike as well. Yet she was forced to hold herself back as much as possible, if only to keep Renly from making accusations that could damage them both as well as Cassana.

Still, it didn't keep her from murmuring, "He isn't a pet. A wolf isn't a pet." Loras shot her a look of warning, hoping to spare her from further censure. She searched her brother's face before glancing back at Renly.

What exactly was he hoping to gain from this?