"That would be a travesty, indeed; then what use would I have, then? We both know I would be useless at any other occupation." She smiled at him. Though things had been awkward sometimes, of late, she still considered his friendship to be very dear to her, and not something she let go of lightly. It was good he felt the same. "I am glad I can be of some comfort, then. Have you been going native without any of our kin to keep you in check?"