"Freely given is a bit of an understatement, dear highness." Once Locan was certain that the coast was clear, he relaxed and regained his regal composure, as if the last few seconds had never taken place. He delicately brushed himself off, as if any part of him was out of place, then shifted his arm so she could properly take it. "I would be ever in your debt. And I think we'd both benefit from the scenic route, don't you agree?" He made a show of leaning down to glance at her boots, the corner of his mouth twitching upward.