Reepicheep stiffens at the familiarity of this newcomer and the lack of respect he shows to Susan Delgado. "Sir," he says, coolly, and glances to his king, who looks, for no reason Reepicheep can adequately parse, somewhat pained.

"Cuthbert," says King Caspian. There seems to be a warning in his glance – it must be that his king does not trust this young man. "This is Sir Reepicheep, a knight from my homeland."

All the same, Reepicheep can hear the request in King Caspian's voice; he gets to his feet and makes an elegant leg, sweeping off his gold circlet and feather as he had before. "Pleased to make your acquaintance, Son of Adam," he says. "Will you join us? There are still plenty of refreshments."