He smiled wider, her enthusiasm making him unexplainably happy. As was the lack of reticence she was displaying. He was usually one to stand on ceremony, in most situations, but it seemed wrong to do so with her. Perhaps it was this place relaxing him. Or perhaps it was her.
He was startled by that thought, but tried not to show it as he took another sip of tea. That was a dangerous thought, and one he should steer clear of. "I am very happy you have found something to occupy your time here. I am still on the search to find a way to fill my hours."