( a catch? she hadn't even considered it. her brows flicker, momentarily puzzled, then: )

None, but a humble request that you at least begin to consider allowing a bond of trust to forge between us. At whatever pace is comfortable for you, of course.

( but he isn't expected to address that concept now - a shake of her head says as much, releasing him from any obligation of lingering in this conversation. she back up a step with a quiet, reassuring smile. )

Use it well. ( and with that, she'll turn to head deeper into her temple. )