"Children needn't worry about the state of their parents' marriage or relationship. I did my best to hide such things from you, and your siblings. Those are burdens and shadows a parent should never pass onto their offspring." Ned implored Catelyn to have their more personal and private conversations behind the closed door of their bedchamber, not believing it anyone else's business what went on between them - as well as wanting to spare their children from the often harsh world of man- or womanhood.

"But I am glad that, despite all that went on before, you are able to know the truth now. And if I am grateful for nothing else, I find myself thanking whatever brought us here that it should give you the opportunity to get to know the woman who gave her life for yours."