This question was given only a simple and brief answer unlike the others. "[To spend time with the family, and to seek your blessing in taking your daughter's hand.]" It was ambitious, even though it was an open-ended request and not something phrased with an urgent need for approval. Still, Salvatore was being openly told that Damien's ultimate intention indeed was to marry his daughter. It was no doubt something Salvatore had expected Damien to do for some time now, especially after the birth of Ciara.
At least now all cards were on the table openly, and there was no elaborate ruse or false front being put up in terms of attitude. Now all that remained was the matter of Salvatore determining whether or not to invite Damien inside the estate proper rather than continuing this interrogation out in the breeze. As pleasant a day as it might be outside, this scene felt like it had overstayed its welcome if only slightly.
