Show me a garden bursting into life

What was that surprised expression at? The nickname, perhaps? Well, it fit. He wasn't going to change it, unless she truly had a problem with it - and from her laughter and no comment, it seemed likely she was more than fine with it. Then she spoke, introducing herself, and he blinked. Long name, that was. He wasn't surprised per se, but he certainly wasn't expecting such a long name. "It's a pleasure, Amalia," he returned, head dipping to the little lady. Wait, what? Eyes widening, he realized he had just said that! Ears flattening in embarrassment, he gave the red-and-white female a sheepish grin, one that fully communicated his thoughts on his mishap. Thankfully, she started talking again... about herbs. He visibly perked up, ears popping back up. Yarrow? He had passed some on the way! He grinned as referred to herself as little lady, and the wink made him chuckle. "Most assuredly, Amalia," he laughed softly. "I actually passed some making my way towards you; it's not a lot but where some grows, a lot more grows nearby."