When it came to more reclusive people, it took slow luring and calm patience to draw them out. He was about to chuckle at the master comment when she suddenly broke the conversation. Not seeing her attendant, but guessing what had happened, he grinned and chuckled for a new reason.
"Beginner, you say?" A gloved finger tugged at a loosened lace, helping it along it's way. His tone was full of teasing humor as gave her a calculating look. "A direct move, very bold, milady."