Sophia smiled. "You're quite welcome, Gareth." Eva nodded with a smile from behind the princess. Sophia noticed Gareth saying a small prayer before eating. She wondered to what higher power he made the prayer, but decided she would ask him later. Thomas began talking about the feast, and the princess felt the excitement well up inside of her. He said the celebration would last several hours, more than enough time to enjoy herself. She'd need to prepare. Her mind raced, thinking of all she'd have to do. She had brought a moderately large wardrobe with her, so she'd have to find something to wear, she'd have to manage her hair... she'd have to convince Jezin not to dress like he was going to slaughter a horde. The last would likely be the most difficult. Still, she was incredibly excited about the feast. Gareth seemed rather excited as well. 

 Jezin gave a slight bow when Gareth spoke. "The pleasure is mine." Again the policy of politeness drilled into him by life in the court kicked in. Thomas seemed convinced the feast would be something to remember. Jezin certainly hoped it'd be as pleasant as he described. The sun had nearly disappeared from the sky by this point, night would soon be upon them. "I suppose we should make our way back towards the palace, then?" They still had plenty of time, and he himself was in no hurry to be berated into wearing 'formal attire'.