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[This is still a strange method of communication to him, but he's getting used to it. And he can't deny how convenient it is to be able to speak to everyone at once. Especially when it comes to getting an answer to his question.]

This might sound like a strange question. How do betrothals work where you are from?

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[Ignis thought a moment before he replied. He was more than sure his knowledge of royal betrothals wouldn't hold any merit here. More than likely the man was inquiring as to what would be done for something other than that. And it was in that spirit that he gave his reply.]

A nice quiet dinner and doing something they would enjoy. One could even plan the whole day or evening around the other person.

[The assumption is correct. Jon knows plenty about how betrothals work among the ruling class, and that is not the sort he has in mind.]

I can do something with that. Then the evening just works up to making the proposal?

[ Huh... Now there’s an interesting post getting the detective’s attention. He might have let it slip by his attention altogether, given hadn’t really been himself of late, but he noticed it filtered. Is Jon considering proposing to Inesa? ]

I believe the answer varies depending on the culture... Or even the person. Though, I presume- or hope- you mean, more specifically, how would be a good way to ask Inesa? [ Llewellyn hadn’t been the one to propose, and wouldn’t have even thought to propose back then if Rhy hadn’t brought it up. ] I’ve known some who organize a nice dinner or outing for their partner and prepare a ring to offer with the proposal.

[ And pulling from his own experience was a little different, since he had technically been on the other side of things. ]

Rhy and I were celebrating New Year’s Eve when he asked me after a few drinks and light conversation.

Yes, that is the idea.

[He paused.]

Ultimately it's going to come down to what you believe is right. You do know your intended the best after all.

[ She looks a bit excited at his question. ]

Mostly the same as everyone else has already said. Buuut are you asking because there's someone here you want to ask? If so I could make you flowers for them! Something custom and special to them. If you'd like I mean.

Of course. I just knew that I wanted it more personal than the process at home is, but didn't know where to start with that.

A ring? [He stores that information away as part of his potential future plans.] She would like that.

In Westeros it's a transaction. I wanted it to be more personal than that, but that was all I knew about it.

You could make flowers? She would like flowers. She likes anything I give her.

I've found that engagements can be as simple or as extravagant as you wish them to be. That being said, do you have a preference?

I grow a lot of them in my garden and then sell them in my shop at the market. If you know her favorite kind I could include those or maybe some that symbolize something specifically to do with love and betrothal.

Are you a prince?
Prince's I know save the princess and take her away to marry and live happily ever after.

[ Llewellyn offered a smile, ] I believe she would, and I believe there are some nice shops in the market where you could look.

[ A transaction… oof. At least Jon had the chance to propose marriage for love instead. ]

More personal is definitely the best way to propose… And in a place like this you have a nice opportunity too. [ These worlds did at least give them the chance to pursue such desires. ] Is there something you both enjoy sharing perhaps that might present you with a good moment to ask?

Things have always been simple between us. It doesn't need to be any other way.

I've been in some of the shops before. I'll visit them again.

[He hadn't even expected to be married in Westeros, even if Sansa thinks that Ned would have arranged something for him. But here he can make sure it's everything he wants it to be.]

In the Sphere, we both enjoyed the outdoor domes. We had our best moments there. Is there a place like that here?

If Sansa were here, she would know which ones to use. Something symbolizing love would be good. If it would be easier, I could come down to your shop to see what you have.

I wasn't expecting that question. Do you know a lot of princes?

That would probably be the best idea, then I could show you some samples if you'd like! I have a lot of different flowers that symbolize different kinds of love. I can send you directions, but it's not that hard to find.

Than that is your answer.

[In Ignis' mind keeping things simple was the best idea. But he had heard of engagements where it was all flowers, music, a picturesque view and other romantic things such as a candlelit dinner in order take a knee at the end of the evening.]

Should you find that you require something that is not in this world, I would petition the Aspect Halcyn.

I’ll wish you luck, then. I’m sure you’ll find something she’ll like.

[ The question gets a thoughtful hum. There were quite a few lovely places where one could ask. ]

The park is quite nice, especially at this time of year. It’s a bit like the recreational dome, except it’s more… full of life? [ It was inhabited by actual animals, and the ducks had entertained him and Rhy quite a bit. ] It’s got varied spaces from wide open, a lake and some more wooded areas as well… Then there’s the forest, as long as one doesn’t wander too far in, of course.

[ Enchanted to get people turned around when they went too far in, perhaps not a good place for a romantic walk. ]

My brother is a prince and my mother often spoke of prince's in stories. They were brave knights that saved the princesses.

[He nods. Simple was always going to be the best answer.]

What is that?

I'll take a look at the park. Perhaps the forest too, but not too far in. [Maybe he can find something that will work like a heart tree. He'd had one in the dome, but hasn't found one here yet.]

Directions would be helpful.

Flowers that symbolize love? [Another thing that Sansa would probably know.]

Some of that makes sense, I suppose.

[He hadn't saved any princesses, but he had done what he could to save Westeros. An effort, according to Sansa, that had been successful.]

How do the princes in the stories do it?

I’m sure she’ll appreciate the thought you put into your selection. Both have mm… lovely potential for a proposal, I think.

Halcyn? She's one of the ones that greet us upon arrival. I myself have spoken to her and requested a horse drawn carriage.

They save the princess from some sort of evil and then they go to a place where they can be alone that's really pretty. Like a magical lake or somewhere high up when the sun is setting.

They then get down on one knee and profess their love for them and say that they'll love them forever! I think there is a ring. My mother doesn't have a ring but the queen does. I was told that it meant love.

Honestly, I think she'll appreciate it no matter what I do. I just want it to be something special from what we usually do.

A ring? Someone else mentioned one of those too. I can do that. And find somewhere special.

Did she give it to you?

That's right!
It stands for unity.

Does that mean you have a princess?
What is she like?

Yes she did in fact.

I will keep that in mind as a possibility then.

She's sweet, and caring, and always there when someone needs her to be. And uncomplicated. The opposite of what I would find at home. It's refreshing. We can just be together, ourselves, not expecting anything of the other.

That sounds nice.
You should make sure to tell her that too.

I will make sure to tell her.

I will wish you luck!

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I'm so sorry that it took so long to reply to this

ugh I need to be better about replying

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No worries at all!

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