"It must be a remarkable partnership." Not at all similar to that which she has with Compassion but- seeing such a thing in anyone, even a Seeker? Settles her somewhat. Besides. The capacity to care for a furred living thing makes most seem marginally less dangerous and likely to murder mages.

Whether or not that is so remained to be seen.

"This is a familial obligation." As close to the posh, orlesian snoot most expect of her- even as she reaches to ruffle Milady's fur. "Nothing more."