You have never turned an eye from your duties in the time that I have known you. I doubt any in Ishgard would ever say as such. I would not allow them to speak as if you have ever once turned your back on your beloved home. Even if they try to say such things after learning of our engagement? I will make sure to correct them.

[ She nudges her nose to the side of his face once more. ] Tell me what sort of tale you would like, my ser knight. I will be sure to find one.

[ Of course she remembered the small comment he made the night after the disturbed conference. If he wishes her to call him it? She most certainly shall.

A kiss is pressed to his cheek then. The notion behind his words is felt. Yet, she would not wish it. She would not ask him to forsake his home or his people for her. ]

I would ask you never do such a thing. Forsaking the city you love would leave a wound that even I could never heal. I intend fully to return and live here in Ishgard. With you.

[ Her head tilts to the side. The firelight reflects on her face. Most the time her dark bangs with dark pink ends hide it, but now the scar that comes down her eye can be seen. A leftover of the battle with Nidhogg. Thankfully, most never noticed her injury while they focused on Estinien's recovery. ]