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Once out in the one of the gardens, Alayna breathed out a sigh of relief. She had been hoping no one would stop them on their way out of the castle and thankfully, they expedition hadn’t been interrupted. Relaxing, the Reachwoman allowed the cool breeze to wash across her face as the sun blazed in the late morning sky. Her companion, however, wasn’t interested in enjoying the favorable weather. “What do you need?” Griff inquired as he steered them down one of the numerous pathways. Alayna sighed before she broached the topic, “I need you to teach me how to sword fight.” Blinking, Griff’s brow furrowed, “Fight? Why would you ever need to know such a thing?” “Ever since I was captured by the Kingswood Brotherhood, I can’t help but feel …show more content…

It’s not noticeable to anyone except those who know him.” Griff assured her, knowing that the lady on his arm feared someone might discover the true nature of her and Ser Arthur’s relationship. “Plenty of people here know him though. That’s what worries me.” Alayna admitted, unable to ignore the sinking feeling in her gut. Griff patted her arm, soothingly as he offered her an encouraging smile, “I wouldn’t be if I were in your position. Layna, Arthur Dayne is one of the most honorable people I know. I doubt he’d allow his feelings to rule him in that way.” “But still…” Alayna trailed off, her mind rehashing all the scenarios which had plagued her since her return to King’s Landing. “Fret not, my friend. It is possible to have your cake and eat it, too.” He stated before his eyes flashed as he continued, “I’ll train you. But on one condition.” “What’s that?” Alayna prompted, rolling her eyes at the mischievous look in her friend’s cerulean eyes. “You have to do everything I say.” Griff informed the Reachwoman, smugly. The waves crashed against the cliffs surrounding the bay as Alayna followed Griff down to an

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