[@Belle][@HushedWhispers]

Seeing her reaction, he truly realized that she took what he said as a cruel joke. It seems his genuine words fell deaf on one who has been trained to do nothing but obey orders, instead of fight for what one wants. In any case, Trystan would make sure she understands that he truly wants her at his side, as his Lady of Mount Promonon.

Just as he was about to chase after Lyra, his mother whispered some words to him before departing from where he stood. His face became stern. His mother did not usually speak this way to her baby boy. This kind of tone was reserved mostly for his older brother, with whom more are expect, or when he has broken a rule and was in trouble. Sigh, peering off in Lyra's direction with saddened eyes, he turned and approached his mother, fully ready to explain to her his desires. 

As he approached, he lowered his voice so his mother and sisters can understand him. [color=f26522]"Mother, I...I want Lyra to be my wedded. I don't care if I win the tournament, the Princesses is better off marrying someone like Edwin or Balian anyways... They lay more claim to the Hyland name than I do and thus would be a better match. Please, grant me this wish..."[/color] Trystan offered a small courtly bow, just as he was taught, when the group approached Lady Amara Gully, but otherwise remained silent, standing next to his sisters.