[She watches him as he sets the table. It's something so mundane for others, but they've never really had that, unless they were eating in the castle at Whitestone or at someone else's table. It's a nicety that has been sorely lacking for so long.

A part of her is left wondering what married life with him is actually like back in Whitestone.]

While I appreciate not having an audience, perhaps you might attempt to build your own automaton. It seems like a good use of your skills and time, Percy. [She pulls two glasses out and fills them with water, something they could both use more of if she were to be perfectly honest.] As much as I appreciate Taryon's skills as a builder, I believe I'm biased in thinking that you're better than he is.