Ashton fails to disguise a lustful look as she mentions a reward, as the servants bow obediently and take up her luggage. Heading through to the courtyard, Mirellia sees that it's quite a large space. There's a fountain in the centre, and hedges and benches along the rim of the area, but for the most part it's open, and useful for training. As she looks around, however, she's surprised by her son, who rushes up behind her, slipping an arm around her neck and reaching for her sword. "You said there was a prize for winning right?" Ashton smirks. "Grandfather always told me to be ruthless in getting what you want in life." His hand slips down to her hip, headed to the hilt of gwyhyr.