"I believe that places the ball in your court, for the most part," Jacque responded matter of factly. Then, the mention of an eagerness to learn, "If it is a journey you wish for yourself, I would suggest a discussion with Alder Archon Twist. She is the Judex of Sacramento's Invictus."
He mused every so briefly at the last time the Lord had made this recommendation, and how little results the previous recipient of the advice provided. "Though, before approaching her I'd be absolutely certain that you intend to establish roots in Sacramento. Petitioning for an Au Pair is an intelligent first move. It signals a desire to prevent mistakes."
failure to read disappointment
Oblivious to the disappointment, he responds to the move with a piece meant to harrass and limit the queen's movements. "I think you'll find it a more rewarding feeling than simply sliding into the role de facto."
3 successes, 6th roll, 16 total
"I wouldn't quite define it as native, but I have roots now." He grinned with a flash of pride. "I was once Whip myself, under the two Priscii preceding me, and also served at one time as Her Grace, Alessandra Antinori's Herald."