( A very slight smile quirks the corner of her mouth, but she looks ahead as they walk. Discretion in terms of how pleased she is, sort of. )

The company is... a great relief, after so much solitude.

( No less dramatic, and Herian's smile turns to a frown. Apparently when she was leaving abruptly it was easier to express things than when they actually had time to... do whatever they might do. She slows as they reach a courtyard. )

Truthfully, I did have some apprehension that I would return to find you departed, selfish as that may be.