Bellemy gave what passed for a soft smile to Alessandra. "I am without title or honors your gra... Sofia. So Bellemy is fine. I also answer to Hey freak and oh my god run. But thoes are less common at court." It was a simple jest at Bellemy's expence but the haunt calculated that a little humor may be effective to ease some tension.
Bellemy looked away as Alessandra paid the haunt her compliments. A look of unease flashed over the creatures face before it was again hidden by a mask of calm. Finally Bellemy replied with a simple "Thank you"
And then came another uncomfortable topic. The haunt knew it was likely to arise. One does like to know who they are speaking with and that would go doubly for a leader such as Alessandra.
"Well, I am afraid I don't have a very interesting story. I was pretty young when I was born and a bit older when I died." The haunt glanced at the others to see if the jokes were irritating them before continuing.
"I was or am an author. Although i haven't written much lately. I preferred genre was urban fantasy which became rather problematic under the circumstances. I enjoy discussing politics and religion and pretty much everything etiquette says should not be discussed in polite company."
Taking a que from Jennifer, Bellemy reached out the proverbial olive branch by asking a question of the prince "If I might ask, how do you enjoy your free time? assuming you get any"