[ His sigh makes the corners of her mouth turn upwards. She does her best to keep her composure and her tail still. Her earlier promise to herself echos in her mind then -- not to push boundaries too far. ]

If you are so intent on spoiling, I doubt much can stop you. As well if you are determined to make sure I'm protected while away. [ She pauses with her smile turning playful, but no more than that. ] I've become rather fond of the design of Ishgardian accessories...

[ Alkaid straightens as he leans forward. A blush takes her face as she stills, waiting to see what he might do. His lips meet her ear and her cheeks turn redder. Her head ducks down only slightly to try and hide the bashfulness taking her face. The smile can be seen as well as how her ear twitches under his touch. She forces down a giggle--just barely. ] It tickles...!

M'Lord?

[ At the sound of the stewards voice, Alkaid straightens entirely with her eyes wide. He can see how red her face is before she hides it behind her hands, as if she is an adolescence being found out by a parent.

The steward clears his throat. ] Shall I draw up separate baths for you and Lady Mercedes? Dinner is being prepared.