@truedevotions , sitting room at hampton court
Cards had proven a favorite pastime of Richard's, allowing him to mingle with other courtiers, both for business and pleasure. Grand events such as the play the King had hosted not several days prior brought a large swath of court together, but this was enough for Richard: time at the tables, comfortable in his leisure time. This evening was no great exception.
It was only by happenstance that his eye caught Isobel passing through, and he offered her a bright smile when their eyes met. His closeness to the king's circle, and Edmund by default, had also given him familiarity with the women in their lives, Isobel among them. "Mistress Percy," he called with a wave of his hand, standing to greet her. "How pleasant to see you. Would you care to join me for a game? I don't wish to intrude on your time, but I find it too long since we have shared a card table."