There would be a pause before Frith would answer her and for a moment Novella couldn't help but wonder if asking outright like that had been the right thing to do. His expression would change to one of surprise neither would look away and for Novella, suddenly finding herself somewhat impatient, it would seem to take a long time before she would get an actual answer.
First a more joyful expression would cross his features and instantly she would find herself relaxing once more even if he hadn't actually given her an answer yet. Surely he wasn't about to bring her bad news now and sure enough the words that followed, though still quiet would be an acceptance of her offer. Of course her parents would have the final say but for now a smile would grace her lips once more. She liked it too, a chance to help her new-found friend, hopefully he would like it in Ludicael.
"I should probably get back before they all think I've decided to vanish as well." Mentioning her pack once more had brought the thought to her mind, her family had gone through enough stress as of late, they didn't need to worry that she had left as well. "Are you ok with starting to head back soon?"