"She did not spare my cousin." He's an adult by every meaning of the word, but that had wounded his pride even as he had known her choice of Galadriel to be purposeful. "Though perhaps it is best that all of Thedas does not know my face- it is strange to go from being known by reputation to being unknown. I should appreciate it as a gift."

He wonders again what place Guenievre fits into in the hierarchy of the household. Gwenaëlle's attitude suggests some manner of attachment to her father, some boundary crossed. Mistress, he supposes, even as he loathes the idea of an elf in that position. If only the late Comtesse was available. That might paint a clearer picture.

"How much is she truly 'of the court'? She has debuted, yes? Been presented in some way that indicates it is appropriate for her to be courted and court."