Lyn felt a chill race through her skin as her pulse quickened. The prince's closeness unnerved her so much that her hand jerked slightly, and the horse took a sidestep before Lyn realized her mistake and straightened it out.

"I suppose it would be beneficial for you to give me information regarding the... intricacies... of romantic relationships," Lyn articulated hesitantly. "I don't suppose you have any books on it, do you? No matter. I can hear you just fine from up here, if there's something you wish to inform me about," Lyn told him, trying to encourage him to sit back. Her mind went blank when he was so near to her- his breath hot against her ear; strands of hair tickling her cheek. It was more unnerving than any combative match she'd ever experienced.