[Khalid couldn't help but grin as Felix's cold facade continued to falter. For someone who seemed determined to give off a horrible first impression, he was exceptionally kind and considerate of his betrothed's comfort and concerns.

That led him to guess that his initial rudeness was targeted more at his father than Khalid himself, in an indirect way. Given his own feelings on being forced into an arranged marriage, that was completely understandable.]

Thank you, Felix.

[There was more warmth than humor in his smile, though he was amused. If it was this easy to fluster Felix was he wasn't trying, what could he manage if he put in some effort? His pretty face looked good with some extra color.]

Some common ground... [He hummed, placing his teacup back down on its saucer.]

I'm a fairly talented archer and flier. I like puzzles and studying battle tactics. Oh! And riding- horses and wyverns.

[Khalid very much liked the thought of meeting Felix's friends. If he was going to do something here, the more people he knew, the better. Undoubtedly he would need to learn everything he could about Faerghus, including who was who among the nobles.]

I hope you will introduce me. Maybe we could have a feast for the wedding?

[If they had to go through with this, they might as well enjoy themselves as much as possible. And there was little Khalid liked more than feasting with good company.]