[She watches and listens with care. It is a rare moment that they have where they can speak so openly and honestly and for people like either of them, to do such things is difficult. That he feels he can even remotely touch upon something that must be of importance to him is something she finds admirable. Perhaps, she might say she even envies him a bit. She would be a better woman if she could bring herself to be more open. She doubts such a thing shall ever come to pass.

Her head tilts as she takes in what he’s willing to share, filled with largely questions, none of which seem particularly appropriate but plenty prying.]

Hm…

[His feelings reflect a touch of hers, she realises. That’s how she feels about all of them in this world, after all. Maybe that’s why he finds it so easy to speak with her. Perhaps Trahearne has already come to terms with the idea that things in Reverein and the related areas of this world are all very, very temporary.]

I will go with you to return the contraption and I will make the request on your behalf. That way you need not share it with the inventor. Sometimes our memories, these special things, may feel most important when we are not required to share them with just anyone. I rather like the way you looked when you saw it. I should like to see that on you more. I will insist that you keep it.