"I'm told she hails from farther north. She and the late Comte met there, yes? I take it to mean she is of the Imperium." He says it casually enough with no hint of accusation in his voice. Yes, her being Tevinter would, in his mind, put her under more suspicion, but he refuses to jump to any conclusions. "She's come a long way to make a name for herself, building up this estate. Did you know her before she married the Comte?"