Perhaps; we have spoken of music and dancing, but what of the written word? I, myself and rather fond of verse. ( she even writes it on occasion. though she happens to think her skill with dancing far surpasses any writing talent she has, and it shows as she gracefully mirrors his movements once they are out on the floor. from time to time, she adds a gesture or step which will seem out-of-place to him, but overall the experience is a delight.
even when they begin to speak of family, and the things he says strike home with a painful sort of clarity. instead of refuting his statement or looking aghast, elizabeth nods her head, as though unsurprised. because in truth, she is. )
My family is not so different, I fear. The country was embroiled in civil war for more than thirty years in which many were slain. There are only myself, my sisters and some cousins left.
( her expression of neutrality never budges to betray the sadness which lies beneath. instead, she smiles quietly. )
Though there are brave ladies and noble gallants among my family tree as surely as there are in yours. The tale of how my parents met and fell in love is legendary.
It's not like she's doing much better!
even when they begin to speak of family, and the things he says strike home with a painful sort of clarity. instead of refuting his statement or looking aghast, elizabeth nods her head, as though unsurprised. because in truth, she is. )
My family is not so different, I fear. The country was embroiled in civil war for more than thirty years in which many were slain. There are only myself, my sisters and some cousins left.
( her expression of neutrality never budges to betray the sadness which lies beneath. instead, she smiles quietly. )
Though there are brave ladies and noble gallants among my family tree as surely as there are in yours. The tale of how my parents met and fell in love is legendary.