pink diamond in the rough

”It’s been a pleasure, Sirius.” Eliphas offered back, glad to know he was meeting with one of the highest ranking officials in the Empire’s possession. Not that titles and prestige meant as much to him as many of his kin. He was here because he wanted to help them, not because he wanted to be a prince. ”Hah, that I have.” He chuckled as the white owl landed on the dainty boy’s shoulders. ”Eliphas Klein, and my companion Merlin.” He offered with a quick grin as he made to follow after Sirius and greet the Matriarch of the Klein family.