Upon hearing him say her nickname once more she burst into a smile, giggling softly but obviously trying to contain the joy of having someone who knew her as she was. "Oh, y'know me, I'm sure that there'd be great disappointment if I didn't try to save the world." her smile softened a little, remembering Hawke and the inspiration she was. Varric had been closer to Hawke than she had, so she wasn't going to bring up her presumed dead status.

"I was looking after the displaced elves from Kirkwall's alienage, happened across another Dalish clan. They were kind enough to look after those who didn't want to join in. I like to help however I can." It was really good to see Varric, though. He looked decent, despite the little furrows under his eyes. That was new-- or more visible than before.

"Been trying to get ahold of one of your books. Being on the run from Templars makes that tough. Creators, I've missed you."