And a good morning to you

He chuckled softly at her admittance. He made a mental note of her enjoyment of sleeping in. He would make sure to call on her a little later next time, unless there was an exceptionally good sunrise he wished to share.

He stepped back to give her space as she exited the room, closing the door behind her as she agreed to accompany him. Once she was finished with that, he led them back down the halls. Keeping pace with Anthea as they made their way to the main exit of the castle.

“I don’t plan to go far.” He promised as she questioned him about supplies. It was just a chance to have an understanding of the territories that spread out from the Hallows. He raised a brow at her words, his own expression amused. “You make it sound like we are going to vast, unexplored worlds.” He teased lightly, already turning down a side door as he brought them to a detour to the kitchen. If she wanted to pack lunch, he would accommodate.

"Mercury"