"Miss Downing." He said with a faint smile, which remained in place as she gave her profession. It was not that he disliked mediums, only that he felt uncomfortable in their presence, that his years spent believing they were fakes and frauds was some how evident on his face, as was his own unwanted ability.
"A medium, indeed? A very interesting talent." He said, trying to recall her name, "I believe Lord Stanley asked you to hold a session at his home, did he not? I was invited but unfortunately could not attend." Mostly because he found Lord Stanley to be a drunk and a womaniser, "Perhaps I shall witness your skills another time, Miss Downing. I am so sorry to have not made your acquaintance before."