[Alice saw, but she won't admit it. Instead, she buries her face in his shoulder when he pulls her in and lets herself laugh a little more. It all feels too nice not to, especially after this morning's discovery and conversation. They can pretend for now. That's easier.]

I promise your secret is safe with me.

[She wipes at her face once more after he releases her, cleaning up the last of the wetness on her face.]

You're going to make me blush, too, if you keep that up.

[She already is, a bit.

After a moment, she stands.]

I can share things that aren't terribly upsetting, if you'd like? We can get some fresh air, and I'll tell you about some of the adventures I've been on before arriving here. I think you'll like some of them.

[He is a bard, after all. He'll probably eat most of her stories right up. With a smile, she extends her hand.]

I think it will do us both some good. Shall we?