[There were toasts given, many by her father. His joy had been magnified with each subsequent cup of wine he received. His flowery prose was an odd contrast, compared to the speeches given by Robb's bannermen. It seemed to be more than the joining of two houses, it was almost like the joining of two worlds.
She had made a point of tasting everything that passed on Robb's plate, as well as the wine from his cup. It might seem to be a romantic gesture, but she wasn't about to lose another husband at her wedding. Her grandmother and father were pleased by the alliance, but she knew better than to let her guard down.
If the threat didn't come from them, it came from someone else. She knew better than any the dangers that lurked in this capital.
His voice pulled her out of her thoughts and worries. Without intending to, she had let her fears show on her face.]
Yes, of course. [The smile seemed to come a bit easier now that the ceremony had ended.] I...I didn't expect very much, to be honest. This is lovely, a bit overwhelming, but lovely.
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Date: 2016-10-10 05:53 am (UTC)She had made a point of tasting everything that passed on Robb's plate, as well as the wine from his cup. It might seem to be a romantic gesture, but she wasn't about to lose another husband at her wedding. Her grandmother and father were pleased by the alliance, but she knew better than to let her guard down.
If the threat didn't come from them, it came from someone else. She knew better than any the dangers that lurked in this capital.
His voice pulled her out of her thoughts and worries. Without intending to, she had let her fears show on her face.]
Yes, of course. [The smile seemed to come a bit easier now that the ceremony had ended.] I...I didn't expect very much, to be honest. This is lovely, a bit overwhelming, but lovely.