"I am so glad I ran into you, Prince Siegbert! Really, I do not know what I was thinking trying to carry all of these tomes and texts by myself." She has never been particularly strong physically but it has only gotten worse after her abduction and again with the birth of the twins. The effects of dark magic left her even more frail and delicate.
But she does not let Siegbert carry all of the books himself, still insisting on doing at least some of the work. It would hardly be fair otherwise!
"I have planned on holding class outdoors today. It is a bit chilly still, but some fresh air would do us all well. You do not think your classmates will mind, do you?"
"Professor Deirdre!"
What a sight for sore eyes! Deirdre was always welcome company, especially when her mere presence brought a certain sense of ease to his heart. She was, conscious or not, particularly good at quelling whatever concerns the prince might have; a proper leader and a proper friend.
"Here, let me take those," he cannot keep the chuckle out of his voice as he lifts the hefty stack of books from her arms. He could have easily carried the lot by himself—it was easier to carry this than little Kana, squirming as he did—but, at her demand, Siegbert places a single volume back into her hands to even out the work.
"I think that's a wonderful idea, professor. It's a beautiful day out." Siegbert had always been more fond of the cold, anyway; Nohr's summer was more similar to Fodlan's autumn, and it was everything the prince loved. The cooling weather eased the tiny ache in his heart, his yearning for home...
"Besides, even if anyone does get cold, there's nothing stopping us from bringing some blankets outside to curl up in while you teach us. It'll be nice, I think—and perhaps, after, we can all head inside for some hot cocoa to warm us again. Sounds nice, no?"