Her incredulous expression stayed put on her face after his explanation, as if she did not believe him. "Oh, yes, I can see how being whipped by tree leaves would leave one feeling refreshed and relaxed." He did look relaxed, however, and so she did her best to settle in as well. She leaned back to rest her arms on the upper bench behind her. Perspiration had already begun to form on her forehead, making her bangs cling to her damp skin. In German saunas, the aim was to sit in the sauna for fifteen minutes before seeking the relief of the pool outside. She eyed the branches again. "Don't think for a second that I am going to let you near me with one of those things."