Kira walked calmly through the town early that morning in search of supplies for their continuing trip. Meanwhile Bishop found himself playing fetch with Karnwyr while waiting for her to finish up. He had become so intense with his game that he hadn't even notice the white knight walking up to her.
" Excuse me, but would you happen to be the dragonborn?"
Kira cocked her eyebrow in suspicion. " Yes I am."

His voice was deep and radiant. Not what she was expecting entirely.

" My lady, I am Casavir. I have been searching for the dragonborn for some time now, in hopes to aid you in your journey."

Bishop's head snapped at the familiar voice that made him sick to his stomach. He felt his anger automatically begin to swell dangerously.

" Well, well, isn't it everyone's favorite white night? I didn't expect to find you in Solitude, but the irony suits you." He spat.

" I merely wish to assist her, as you are now Bishop."
Kira looked back and forth between the two men. At least this "friend" of his wasn't trying to hit at her.

" She doesn't need you. Go help someone else with your holy righteousness. "

Casavir's eyes narrowed."At least with me her aptitude wouldn't plummet."

" Ha, you think to highly of yourself, Paladin."

Kira looked around nervously at the small crowd that began to gather.

" I'll think about it. You seem like you can handle yourself." She interrupted. Anything to get the boys apart.

" You are most kind." Casavir smiled towards her," I'm skilled in the art of battle and healing."

" Is that so?"
" I traveled across Skyrim, finding others who do the same."
" I assume that's how you met Bishop?" She asked as she stole a glance towards him. The anger was in clear in his eyes, possibly even worse than when he saw Thorn.
" Our paths have crossed a few times. To be honest he is nothing but a savage wolf looking for his next victim. I protect Skyrim from the bad, from people like him."

Kira tensed but bit her tongue. Why was she suddenly getting so defensive?

" Well I hope you have encountered some nice people in Solitude."

" Actually, that brings up a question I wanted to ask you."

" Is that so?"

" I know we've just met, my lady, but I wanted to request your presence at the Grand Crystal Ball."

Kira bit the inside of her lip. She remembered what Rosa had told her. Make him jealous. He's the that type of man, I can tell. Not only was Kira putting her trust into Rosa's words but she also wanted to go to the ball to begin with. This would possibly be the only way she could go, not that he seemed like a bad guy.

" I'd love to." She smiled.
" You have over joyed me, my lady. Might I suggest getting a ball gown? There is a wonderful store called "The Jewel". I already let the owner know that everything you desire, I will compensate. Please meet me here tonight." Then he turned and faced Bishop. " I wish to have a word with you."

Kira watched the two walk off to somewhere more secluded, leaving her behind. She bent down and left her basket of belongings next to Karnwyr and told him to watch over it. Giving him a quick pet, she disappeared into the shadows. She made her way between a building and the wall and kept the boys in sight.
" You must be really knotted up if you're taking the time to speak with me." Bishop smirked. Kira couldn't help but let a smile slip.

" It has nothing to do with her!"

" It is about her. I think you are jealous and are just hear to ward me off."
" I'm watching you Bishop. I don't trust you and neither should she."
" Is that your best?" He snapped back." You must be the hundredth, lust-filled, lick-her-boot maniac who has said that to me. Funny, I was just about to tell her the same thing about you."

" What do you mean?"
" She knows you're not the saint you pretend to be. You're the worst kind of liar, Casavir. You want people to accept the image you present so badly that you convince your own self that it's the truth."
Kira leaned in closer at the sound of Bishop's words.

" Tell me, when you look in the mirror. Do you see a saint? Or do you see a man?"
Casavir tightened his jaw in anger. " Hold your tongue Bishop!"

But Bishop continued to push forward.

" She's too much woman for you, Paladin, she will see through the mask you show her. You may begin the night as a saint. But the man in you will want that wench in his bed, just as any red-blooded man would."

Just as I would. He nearly let that part slip from his mouth.

" Don't speak of her that way!"
"She's perfectly capable of defending her honor herself. She needs a man who isn't afraid of making hard decisions and will do what needs to be done. The afternoon is waning, Paladin. I suggest you get ready for the biggest struggle of your life."
Kira stood there struck in awe just like Casavir. Bishop left them both speechless and unsure what had just happened. It took a moment for Kira to regain herself as she snuck her way back into town. As she and Bishop made their way through the town to The Jewel she suddenly felt a new relationship between the two. One much stronger than ever before.

When Kira stepped into the store she found herself being taken away. The gowns were breath-taking, the jewels sparkling, everything just so beautiful. To think she could wear something like this made her unbearably happy.
Bishop waited as she disappeared behind a curtain and began to change. He hated to ruin her mood but he just couldn't leaving her to the hands of a man like Casavir clueless of what he could do.

" Ladyship, don't be fooled by Casavir's lie." He called over the curtain. He heard her armor fall to the floor.
" He seems like a gentleman."

Bishop held back a laugh. " He may seem that way, but he's a man. He can't deny his desires no matter how much he lies to himself. You're the type of woman that gets a man's heart beating and blood flowing."

Kira stood silent with the dress in her hands. Why did he have to say such things?

" He can't lie to himself about that. So just be ready when he breaks."

Kira tried to attempt to turning the mood back to the upbeat setting it was a moment ago.

" I've destroyed dragons, I think I'll be able to handle a knight." She joked lightly as she slipped the dress over her head. The women quickly ushered to her side and began to assist her with every little thing. One was fastening her laces, the other slipping on her shoes, another fumbling with her hair, another with her make up and accessories. It made Kira fell out of place to be so pampered. In fact she felt sort of bad for making Bishop wait for so long. In fact he was just about to complain until she stepped out.

Bishop found his heart skipping beats. She wasn't even the same woman he had been following all this time. The armor, the blood and dirt was all gone. Weapons replaced with jewelry, enchanted boots with delicate heels and a white dress instead of the obnoxious armor. Just where had Kira gone?

" How do I look?" She asked with a light spin. Her hair had been in ringlets that bunched at the bottom and her lips were a bold red. Words couldn't even describe what he was thinking.
" You look amazing." He gasped. She ran her hands down the sides of her hips with his eyes following along. He felt himself tense as he followed the curves of her body.

" Do you think Casavir will like it?
" He'll like and he'll hate it. It'll make his blood boil and he will hate it."
This was a chance for her to a make her move.
" Do I make your blood boil?" She asked as she peered up at him through her lashes.
" You'd make any real man's blood boil."

" Would you get flustered dancing with me?"
" Flustered? No. Excited? yes? Thrilled? Oh yes, without a doubt. Would I loose control? No chance. Does that satisfy your curiosity princess?"
Kira couldn't help but huff in wasn't suppose to be his answer. So she just turned and walked out the door, not caring if he was behind her or not.

Kira peered around the corner and spotted Casavir waiting patiently for her to show up. She wanted to be happy that she was going but she couldn't help but feel like something was missing.

" Say Bishop, what do you think of him joining us?"
" I'll leave, simple as that."

Kira felt herself flinch at his sour tone.

" I thought you would stay on this journey with me no matter what!"
" Give me one good reason why I should stay now! You'd obviously rather have him follow you around like a lot puppy."

This was wrong. This wasn't suppose to be a fight.

" I'd never travel with that damn Paladin. So who is it going to be? Do you want him or me?"

She suddenly felt as if she was going to cry.
" Do you really want to be stuck back in Riverwood or would you rather be out adventuring with me?"

" You over estimate your charm, princess. Don't worry I wont wilt without you. There are plenty others who are more game than you'll ever be."

He almost instantly regretting saying the words as they left his lips. The hurt in her eyes was clear but so was the anger.
" I swear sometimes I want to just chop your head off! You're such a bastard sometimes!" She nearly screamed.

" Then why am I here anyways? I might as well just start heading back now."

Her anger began to grown with her ears turning red. She felt like she was going to blow.

" Because I want you that's why!"

* Hey guys! Just wanted to let you know that if you want me to continue this story let me know. I've been bouncing around on stories a lot so I apologize about that. But let me know if you like it and if you do I'll keep going :) *