Fernand laughed in his french way as Emilia mentioned what seemed to be true. "No matter where you go, people will always be the same. Spreading rumors and joking around. But that's just life I guess." Fernand smiled as he saw the stable boys lead over Emilia's horse. He thought that it was a magnificent looking creature, but he still favored his own steed due to the fact that he had the horse for several years now and grew a connection with the beast. "Calypso is such a clever name for a horse like that. You must be in love with such a creature. I remember how you would disappear to out here when we were kids. Seems like you have always been in love with horses."
Fernand waited for the stable boys to bring out his horse, and also an extra for Sophia. Fernand thanked the stable boys and placed his hand on the horse that was for Sophia. "You can call him Tyrion. He's one of our newer horses. But I must say that he is such a gentle creature. Don't be afraid of whatsoever. He's magnificent." Fernand smile as he removed his hand from the horse and turned to his own. He patted it on the side before turning to Emilia.
"Would you like my assistance with getting on your horse?" Even though it is just a common gesture to help a woman on her horse, especially a princess, Fernand thought that the slight contact they might have may hint at something for the both of them. He didn't expect it to, but he wondered if she thought about the both of them, being together. He ignored the creeping thoughts and just wanted everything to take it's time and whatever happens happens."Ready?" With that in mind, Fernand placed his hands upon Emilia's hips and waited to hoist her upon the horse when she was ready