She watched him take in their surroundings, that look of adoration never quite leaving her eyes.

"She is taking part in an expedition to learn more of this world. Many to whom I would introduce you are, in fact. I have gone myself on previous occasions." He was, perhaps, one of the few who would not be surprised to learn that. People have a tendency to assume that she is more fragile than she is, she's learned.

Without saying another word, she opened a small cabinet and took out a bottle of wine and two glasses. "Will you drink with me, my lord?"