"Yes, I do believe you to be rather dense your Highness.  You can't see what treasures you have at hand before you try encroaching on other treasures that have yet to be collected.  Consider me insulting all you want, however, if calling you dense marks me as such."  Serrica said before sighing.  "Just think about my words a small bit.  With that, I really must show this young Miss somewhere.  Please do conversate with Lady Meridan at convenience."  With that, she grabbed Anne by the hand and led her off.

After they made some distance from the Prince and Lady Meridan, Serrica took Anne near a place where student activity were a bit higher.  If the Prince happened upon them this time, well, it would be easy enough to sic some of the younger girls upon him.  With a small breath with the coast being clear, Serrica turned to Anne and released her hand.  "So, Lady Marielle, you can take an easy breath now.  Though, you seem much too nervous.  Is there an issue you're having with the school?"  She had to ask, looking the girl straight in the eyes.  "Well, we've all but started some short time ago so I'm sure that's not it." The Duke's daughter mentioned, stroking her chin in curiosity.