[ As a knight, there's no greater shame than in having to be consoled by his liege, but he accepts the pats with an understanding that she isn't being patronizing.
If his job is to serve her, then it's also his duty to have faith; a nod, and he settles just outside of the gate, leaning against the grate with unconcealed attentiveness. ]
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If his job is to serve her, then it's also his duty to have faith; a nod, and he settles just outside of the gate, leaning against the grate with unconcealed attentiveness. ]
Your word is enough for me.