"Yes, some do require coin before you share their bed. I believe that is the first lesson a boy learns as he's growing up," Sansa says, laughing softly. "I felt as if I were one of those women for a long time, bought and sold as I was to my husbands, but I know that I was far luckier than they are."

The kiss on her cheek does nothing to lessen her blush and she wonders if she'll ever get used to affection like this. She certainly hopes so.

"Once I get dressed and do my hair, we can start searching for a way back."