[ He purposefully keeps his tone light lest she think him displeased or otherwise put out, when that is not at all the case. ] Respectfully, I must disagree. Not only did you aid us in ending the long drawn-out war, but you have shown me great kindness and patience, where others might not have been so willing.

[ His gaze softens once more into the special sort of fond smile that he reserves for her. ] I must say that you and your sister both do your task admirably well. Would you like my assistance with changing?

[ He tips her a wink and offers a wider smile. ]