princess cut from marble

“Yes, that one. I believe she will, she can’t keep her mouth shut for more than a second or two, and she believes that everything bad that happens to my brother is my fault. A drunk Adam told her, I am not amused.”

“Because people find it easier to blame another then blame themselves or their loved ones. Can be very much considered a weakness when you think about it.”

“The obsessed with sugar girl? And is she going to tell other people? How did she find out?”

“Yes, that one. I believe she will, she can’t keep her mouth shut for more than a second or two, and she believes that everything bad that happens to my brother is my fault. A drunk Adam told her, I am not amused.”

“I would have not thought that. The palace is quite large, I assumed others would be far too busy. In the theater? Are you a singer? And yes, that is rather true. Boys are taught to be chivalrous whereas ladies are taught to conform. It is sad to think, now that we say it out-loud. And you may call her Cinderella…If you would not mind. I would like that very much. Thank you. Is that true? You are not simply saying that because I am standing here with you. Oh, is it? So I shall think you are a master in German? How old were you when you learned it?”

“Oh no, certainly not. I can sing a tune or two, but I would never call myself a trained singer. Perhaps just enough to sing to myself. I do enjoy dancing though, it is my favourite way to pass the time. It truly is upsetting, but women seem not to be conforming nowadays, which I will admit makes me truly happy. Cinderella, what a beautiful name! Oh, I would not say that. A master would not make as many flaws as I do, I suppose. I was eight when I started learning a variety of languages, as well as other subjects. All taught by Merlin, of course.”

“Wonderful, whenever you are free, we may. And yes, that is very true. You would not believe how many boys cannot wield a sword as properly as others. They believe it to be a toy, which they are not. Oh I would never. That would be dishonorable of me and quite rude. There is no difference between a man and a women when it comes to holding strength and power.” That was what his mother taught him, at least. “Merlin? Of course. Ah you know German. Though I will admit Latin is quite difficult to learn. I wish to have learned it, though I would not be able to practice it much. There are not many here that could, I bet. But what would you say is your favorite, German?”

“I will admit I am not much of a busy person, you are most likely to find me in the library or the theater practicing. But that is what we are taught as children, is it not? Swords for boys, sewing for ladies. Your mother must be a very sweet lady, what should I call her? Oh please, difficult but certainly not impossible. Would you like for me to teach you a few keywords and phrases perhaps? It is truly a fascinating language, and it can be very useful. Then I shall take pride in being one of the very few capable of doing so. German happens to be a favorite, yes. It is one of the first foreign languages that I have ever learned.”

“I must admit that I am taken back, but still rather intrigued all together. I had not had the honor to fight along side a woman though I never thought against it. Do you, is that allowed? I wish to do the same. Oh and I shall not even think about going easy on you      it would not be fair for another knight as yourself, I pledge to treat all the same. Perhaps you may prove to be far greater than any knight I had the pleasure to spar with…Of course! Tea and gebäck, that is pastries in German. Do you speak other languages?”

“Then it will be my pleasure to spar with you. I do, yes, I believe there shouldn’t be a problem with doing so, as long as one knows how to use a sword properly. Thank you, I must confess I would be rather offended if you chose to treat me differently than others. Perhaps, we shall see to that. Why yes, Merlin insists we learn as many languages as possible, including German, Latin, French, Russian and others. German is not my forte, but I can carry a conversation decently.”

“Who knows?”

“Jazzssica, Adam’s girlfriend. Also known as the woman who hates me more than anything.”

“Pardon me, you are a knight? I never, well I heard of such, but I     that is fascinating. We must spar sometime. And I will, one day. Thank you, that is appreciated. Oh I will, even if I must cut the trees down myself. I will make a round table…No. Nothing is wrong, I was just. I mean I was only. I apologize, I had not meant to accuse you of looking worn out.”

“Yes, you could say that. All of us Pendragons are. Oh, I would love to! Usually I carry my sword with me for security, but I have not sparred in such a long time. It would be lovely to do so, and I will ask you to please, please not to go easy of me. I am as capable as any man you have ever sparred with. Would you invite me for tea at the round table? Oh it is fine, no worries. I am not offended.”