Gavin noted that his companion wasn't eating. Leaning close to Honore, he whispered, "Is the food not to your liking? I can see if there is something more to your tastes in the kitchen?" He didn't want to insult any of his guests, and to see someone he was so vastly interested in be so uninterested in what he was offering tore at his heart. He would have to make sure that when the kitchens showcase Goldspare for the cuisine, he put something that the Comtesses enjoyed in the meal. Gavin did note that Masako enjoyed the meal, and, to be kind, would see to it that roasted deer was on her menu.<br/><br/>Diane looked down at her plate, picking slightly at a flower. "I will admit, your appearance scared me. I was wholly unprepared for people to just appear out of thin air." She blushed, looking down. "I do not mean to chastise," she said hastily, in case Gavin was listening. "I was just startled."