He felt an impatient surge rise within him as the woman eavesdropped on their conversation, then watched her go with a repressed glare. Looking back at the girl, he attempted to make eye contact. He would have to be careful with her, he knew. He didn't want to break her will. He wanted her to be able to act freely, while still guiding her to desire to follow him, and do as he asked her. It would be a delicate process.<br/><br/>He pressed harder upon her, using the feeling of loneliness to guider toward strengthening her desire to be around him. As he did this, he began speaking to her in hushed tones.<br/><br/>"Now, my darling, you need a warm, safe place to rest. I can see how much your journey has cost you. I cannot break away quite yet, so I want you to use the sofa in my office. It'll be comfortable enough for you to get some rest while I work."