" Take my betrothed back to the castle, and see that no harm befalls her, " the prince told him brusquely. And without even a word of farewell, Joffrey strode off, leaving her there.
Brynden thought a moment, then nodded a brusque agreement. " As you say. It's the long way home, but I'm more like to get there. I'll wait for you below. " He went striding off, his cloak swirling behind him.