"Oh, not at all, ma chere," Lestat answered. He smiled at her as warmly as he could. This woman had all the markings of fear, and he did not even have to use the Mind Gift to notice that.
If she wanted to run for the hills, he would not do a thing to stop it. It was never good when people caused scenes. Sure, many here knew what he was... but he was not in the mood to be chased out of anywhere by angry villagers. Especially not while having a good time.
"As I mentioned, you are free to interrupt me any time."
There is nothing at all wrong here, he thought to himself, projecting this toward her, gently, with the Mind Gift. Everything is fine. No cause for alarm...