He'd caught a glimpse of the blonde lady as she made her way just out of sight, and figured rather than stalk after her like some predatory animal, he'd let the lady find her way to him. The music should have been clue enough that someone was about. It also gave him time to gather up his mask and wig, putting them on, as well as his gloves, before she came by.
"Not yet, but soon," He replied as he came into sight of her, hands before him. "Good evening to you, madame, I apologize if you were not expecting anyone." He bowed slightly. "It seems that I have inherited this castle through a series of inexplicable events. And who might you be?"