Sorry, habit. I call everyone pet or ducks save for my brother and Bella. If it offends you let me know and I'll work better at addressing you by your name.
The basket should help then. I used a lot of it during the war for that same reason. It helps, trust me.
Yes. I wouldn't have offered if I wasn't serious. Do you have somewhere to go or would you like to come and stay at the manor until you feel well enough to head to where ever you call home?