Then they'll just want to follow your lead, as you're their senior, and then you'll all be at least the same level of foolish.

[ The idea of a group of Wardens all gabbing loudly at the same time, telling jokes and laughing and chatting happily, has her smiling. ]

It's up to you. Your schedule here may have changed massively since I was last here. [ Never mind that it's only been a week. ] Whenever it suits you, my lord.

[ She'd like to go sooner, though, honestly. It'll make her feel a little like she's back home in a place that is her last shot to be home. ]

Thank you? I'll do no such thing. [ She replies coolly. ] In fact, I've already begun scheming how to get back at you for the entire affair.