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Alexander continued to watch the princess pace, his words falling on deaf ears. After stifling a yawn, he ran a gloved hand through his hair. Honestly, he wondered what she could have been thinking with this small group. If he recalled correctly, it would be a team of four to confront the kidnappers, possibly battle, and then bring the other princess back to safety. It sure sounded simple enough, but if his Captain had taught him anything, it was that nothing in life was ever simple. Ever. Maybe he would have had more confidence if he wasn't so brand spanking new, but he hoped his combat abilities would make up for it. He [i]did[/i] graduate at the top of his class! And had zero actual experience. But he was a quick thinker! Only because he was usually caught off guard. Man, the more he thought about it, the more he realized his recruitment was a mistake.

Stealing another glance at the princess, he noticed she perked up. Alexander stood at the ready, noticing what looked like a bundle of pink approaching them. Pink hair, pink coat, short stature. A mage? His blonde eyebrows were raised as he studied the approaching girl, choosing to remain quiet as Marigold gave a sigh of relief. "Okay, it looks like the cavalry's arriving at last," She stated, nodding to Alexander. "Make sure to give them your respect, they have graciously volunteered for the job."

"[color=aquamarine]Yes, ma'am,[/color]" Alexander replied, cheerfully waving at the mage. "[color=aquamarine]A pleasure to meet you! I am Alexander, knight-in-training![/color]"

Marigold couldn't help but give him an odd look. "You've...already graduated," She reminded him, the hope in her face slowly slipping away.

The man opened his mouth to defend himself, though he closed it. Shoot, he was so used to introducing himself as such that he completely forgot. "[color=aquamarine]Ah...Right![/color]" He sprang back to life, letting out a nervous laugh. "[color=aquamarine]My apologies, Miss...?[/color]"