[ Knowing what she knows now, she can hardly begrudge him for any of the choices he made. And although a part of her still remains somewhat put out by the timing of it all, above all of that, she knows that he was rather desperate, and also that time was of the essence. So, to that end, obtaining dinner for them both is the very least she could do for him. ]

One day, I hope that you'll actually take the time to rest, because it seems to be that you don't do that enough. [ And a thought springs to mind then that she is quick to push away, because it is too forward even for her, and she wonders if he would even want such a thing. ]

I imagine if you had mentioned that to me during our meetings in Ishgard, I might have looked at you a little strangely. Or a lot, I suppose. [ The smile she gives him is warm, but there is a note of teasing in it as well. ]

If we had been overheard, that wouldn't have gone well for anyone.

[ She tilts her head to one side as if pondering his words. ] I think that you and the Scions got along quite well, considering they were never meant to come to the First. And from what I've heard from Alphinaud and Alisaie, at least, I think they are glad they met you, even if- Well, even if Alisaie might not say so out loud.