"You have every right to be here as any of us do. Do not be nervous. We'll protect you as best we can, just as I believe you will protect us as best as you can. In our own ways."

She smiled up to him, then held her hand out to him, as if asking for assistance up. If he did give her a hand, she would stand gracefully and unfold her legs, not really needing the hand, but the tiniest bit of leverage helps.

"Thank you. I will... I will work up the courage to talk to him soon, I think. Perhaps after dinner." She said, pursing her lips again in consideration.