He'd certainly heard worse. But he was amused nonetheless. "A little bit of both." Geralt attempted to throw a little humor her way. That was what normal retired folks did, wasn't it? Get to know their neighbors and be friendly? Though he supposed his questions could come off as insults instead of inquiries. Bad habits were hard to break but he was making the effort and he was sure that in time, pleasant conversation would come naturally to him.
As of right now, though, he was sure his tone and manners needed some work. "I like mint," Geralt tried in what he hoped was a softer tone. "I've had it in tea a few times." The others he was sure were typically used for food and he was less picky about such things. As long it was edible and didn't taste like shit, he'd eat it. The food here was more decadent than he was used to and he had to make sure he didn't gain one of those kingly guts.
He followed her, though kept a reasonable distance. "This is all very nice. Have you always had such a ...green thumb?"