It's fine!
"Shoping!" Patience said, running a hand through her damp hair. "I wasn't expecting it to rain so badly." She glanced at Lucas, giving him a smile. "Yes, what are you doing out?"
"Your sister mentioned your painting last time she visited." Patience said by way of explanation. "I wouldn't mind seeing some of it. Maybe you can come for tea one day? Charles might read some of his poetry. I haven't been up to much. Helping daddy with his parties mostly." She thought about telling him about the theif, but there would be time for that later. Why reveal all the interesting things that had happened to you straight away?