[color=ed1c24][center][h2]Duke Strax von Catterwall[/h2][/center] [/color] Duke Strax kept his expression stern and emotionless, despite the proud, beaming smile that tried to force it's way onto his lips. He remained at attention up until the princess turned her attention to the guards. Crossing his arms, Strax finally allowed himself a smirk as he listened to her put the armored bullies in their place. While he knew better to speak over royalty, Strax did make eye contact with his own guard, giving them a series of looks that nonverbally communicated that they were to move his things into his room, guided by the palace guards. Strax straightened once more just in time for the princess to turn back to him. [color=ed1c24]"It would be my great honor, your majesty."[/color] He answered. A tour of the castle was just the sort of thing that would give them time to get to know each other. And for him to learn more about the challenges ahead.