[ Her head tilts, the hint of a smile returning to her lips — muted from the lingering distress, but still there. ]

It does, [ She says, without hesitation. ] But it is a pleasant surprise, nonetheless.

[ And here she thought he was just wandering around by himself, without a connection in the world after breaking free from his chains. It's a relief to know that's not the case. ]

Coincidentally, mine and Gale's paths have already crossed. He seems a fine, mannerly gentleman.

[ weirdly knowledgeable about bones and ghosts, but otherwise nice!! ]