Typo in my last post: "though Dirt Nap's particular method was unusual, Edward did find it unpleasant."
Should have been: "though Dirt Nap's particular method was unusual, Edward didn't find it unpleasant."
As Alessandra made her comment on manners, Edward repressed a smirk. That is how to rule with elegence. Then, Quilz spoke out of turn, hardly something Edward could fault the Kindred for.
Dirt Nap gave an answer, and as Edward had suspected, it did not settle the matter. The directness could either be a mask or a testament to honesty.
"You are very welcome, Mr. Clay, and please, do not worry; it often brings clarity to explain what is assumed. The greatest discoveries in my work came from exactly that."
"Wonderfully elegant hobbies, Lady Notary." Edward praised, "I hope it is not too bold of me to ask after what caused the relinquish their practice?"
And then, Jennifer comments on what Edward was content to ignore. "Indeed. I feel educated simply by observing how her Grace handled the issue. One cannot help but admire her light touch." One cannot help but note the ridiculous heavy-handedness shown by the officials.
"In any case, Mr. Clay, I would be so intrigued to hear about something you have learned recently. Would you be so kind as to share?"