"...At any other time I would find that more disconcerting than I would informative." It was well and good to be upfront with the extent of his abilities, yes, and she did appreciate it. Later she might think back on this, if she remembered it, and worry. But for the moment she sat as she was bid and looked out to the fields. Found solace in them.

The question had an immediate answer, one she elaborated upon as soon as she was able to sort out her thoughts.

"The cottage." She said. "In Normandy, not far from the coast. It has been in my family for generations and is modest. Comfortable. Safe."