Gavin laughed, "Yes, a very safe topic." He should have known that they would be talking of something so empty-headed. The Comtess he could believe would have the capacity to speak of things far beyond idle gossip, but not his sister. She must be boring the comtess.<br/><br/>"I hope I'm not too terribly late," Gavin said. "I had a meeting with Lord Martinez and it went a little longer then I had planned. Though you, Diane," he looked over at his sister, "I'm surprised to find out. Too much excitement for one day?"<br/><br/>Diane smiled, any confidence she had once displayed squashed as she took on the role of obediant sister. "I just felt like some fresh air. When I ran into Comtess Honore, we agreed to go back and see the gift she and her sister brought. I was very curious as to wha it was."<br/><br/>Gavin nodded. "I see no reason why you can't go look at it now. If comtess Honore doesn't mind, I have to see to some personal papers first. Our walk in the gardens would have been delayed. This may make it seem as not so much of a delay." He took Honore's hand, chastely kissing the back. "I will stop by my sisters room to see if you still desire our walk, or if you'd prefer me to just escort you back to your rooms."