[ It's not unexpected that he would feel that way, but it still manages to catch Lux off guard. Nobility finds a way to hold on to their rigid rules for as long as possible, and it's something that she's always disliked, even more so lately. The status quo only benefits those who fit the mold—something she never has.

Even with the shard firmly implanted in her, his harsh words warm her just a little. Raising her brows, she looks up at him in surprise before a faint half-smirk touches her lips. ]

You'll get in trouble for saying something like that around certain people, you know.

[ It's hard to tell if she's warning him or teasing him at this point. Is he a noble fed up with the status quo, or someone who has been burned as well? She can't tell. But regardless; ]

But I get the impression you don't mind a bit of trouble, do you Mister Lupin?

[ He's a very interesting person indeed. ]