Crystal tried to contain her excitement, tried not to smile too wide when Irina was opening the cute little box, but the feelings she brought out in Irina mirrored her own. Irina just looked so sweet and innocent in that moment, almost like a child would on Children's day. At first Crystal was afraid Irina didn't like it very much judging by her expression as she took the snow globe out of the heart shaped box, but it was very clear that Irina's mind was somewhere else. Reminiscing? Whatever it was, Crystal left the woman to it. Honestly, she was just glad to be on good terms with Irina again, no more silent treatment or cold glares from her Royal Attendant. That alone would have been enough for her, but Crystal got more than she anticipated when Irina got up from the chair and unexpectedly embraced her. Instead of pushing her away, Crystal wrapped her arms around Irina's neck and held her close, smoothing the blue hair down with gentle strokes. She felt as though she could melt in Irina's arms... [i]Is this normal?[/i] Crystal had given many people hugs, but the sensation of warmth that came over her when Irina hugged her was completely different. A hint of pink tinted her cheeks as Irina spoke her words of gratitude. She was honestly at a loss for words and only managed to smile... ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The next couple of weeks seemed to move at a glacial pace for The Princess as she was confined to her bed most days and only got up to take baths, and to make feeble attempts at walking around her bedroom...which usually ended in her retreating back to the comfort of her bed almost immediately. Perhaps the best thing about the whole experience is that her Royal Attendant was more relaxed since she didn't have to worry about The Princess running off again and getting into trouble with Lord Vaross. Crystal was happy about that as well, the Lord of Narsil hadn't made an appearance in a very long time and she was convinced he had gone back to whatever hole he crawled out of. Exactly two weeks from that day when she sprained her ankles, Crystal slid off of her bed to see how long she could stand without any pain and to her surprise...there was no pain! At least not great enough to keep her from walking confidently. No longer would she be glued to her bedroom! [i]It's a miracle! Irina will be happy to know.[/i] Not even considering how immodest she appeared in her nightgown, Crystal quickly left her room and practically busted through Irina's room door as she entered, slamming it wide open and allowing it bounce off of the wall. One might think there was an emergency with how The Princess acted, but she didn't say anything - only stood in the doorway with a grin on her face until Irina acknowledged her.