not looking for a dowry, i promise

She dipped her head in return as Eligos appeared. He seemed worried, and for a moment she regretted not sending her raven ahead to inform Aerie of their arrival. Theory had been so relieved to have the ice finally melt and relieve them of their exile that they had begun the journey with little preparation. "Eligos! Well met. Nothing is wrong," she demurred before allowing Thalia to take the lead. What followed took her by surprise, but only slightly. The only hint that they hadn't previously discussed this was a slow blink on her behalf. Her eyes turned to Eligos and she gave him a small smile. "Yes. I'd certainly be interested in hearing more from both of you." When Thalia had drawn away from her shoulder a cool breeze had rolled through, only bringing more attention to the absence of her touch. She fought the urge to press her side back to Thalia's, instead shifting her weight back and forth on her front paws until she settled into a comfortable sitting position. Just barely did Theory allow herself to list slightly in Thalia's direction.