After the misunderstanding, Alyxander eventually convinced Reika that he hadn't meant to upset her. Once everything had been straightened out, they'd gotten to talking, calmed down and comfortable again. He explained what he went through after he'd been brought to the manor, the same kind of transition Reika was struggling through now. "I had felt guilty too, not being able to help yet being treated as a valued guest." "Ay, that is how I feel. Beggars could never be choosers... but when given everything, all we can do is take it as a blessing when for others here 'tis normal trifles." Alyx nodded and smiled. Neither of them really heard Ann, they were too caught up in their conversations. When Kate had come in, Alyxander was the first to notice, even before she spoke.<span style="font-style: italic">"Alyx, do you want me to have food brought up for you and Reika or do you want to eat in the kitchen with her. I know you both are hungry. She does not want to eat in the dining room."</span>"Whichever is easiest." He answered. "I don't mind eating in the kitchen." He pulled away from Reika a bit, as if a bit uncomfortable acting too fond of her around Kate. "Perhaps you could ask Ann to bring all three of us some food up here, you look exhausted." Reika tried to ignore the constant concern and attention Alyx showed around the other girl, staying silent. "She's had a long day, as have we all." She murmured softly at last. "We all need a good nights sleep."