[ Ruby eyes glance at the ears atop her head that lift up. An embarrassed smile takes his face then. He has had company enough these many long years. Of course, he would certainly not rebuff her company. He would ask that she stay in Norvrandt longer as well, but if they could yet cure tempering? That alone would be worth their temporary separation.]

Even after everything?

[ The smile on his face turns sad. There is no doubt the horrors the two sisters have had to face have left their marks: physical and invisible. How she might yet stand his presence, let alone wish to be close to him, truly is amazing in his mind. The Exarch shyly rubs his crystal arm. ]

First, we should start with acquiring a meal. We might be researching this for some time tonight. And, I would hate to garner the ire of your sister for not having care for you while you are here...