He smiles as Cassie is looking down at the girl. and the one standing in front of them. He knew she was afraid of someone hurting her or doing something that she was not going to like it unless her master was the one dealing out the pain. When the girl ask if she may ask them a question he says "Yes you may." He wanted Cassie to answer some of the questions to since it would teach her to build up her confidence and it was a school mate why wouldn't she be able to talk with this. He knew that she should be all ready walking but maybe this girl would keep a good eye on his slave for her. So he whispers in Cassie ear i think you will be fine. and he turns to the lady facing the front of them and ask am i right miss?