Ponce's antics have Inessa chuckling, and though she wants to pet him, it's best not to distract him from his treat. Then Garahel starts whining, and of course it's not fair to deny him. Once the dogs are contentedly munching away, she smiles and glances back at Christine.

"Alone, perhaps not. But if you are not adverse to shared living, you might find it more feasible." More feasible and safer. Kirkwall is still a dangerous place, however others try to sugarcoat it. That's one more reason she hasn't had a burning desire to strike out anywhere.

And then realizing how that might sound, she self-consciously shakes her head. "I don't mean to invite myself, only that much of the company you have here might be eager to join you in that venture."