Daniel heard Sylvia mocking the man speaking outside, he recognized the voice of Padan Fain speaking outside. The man had come to Emond's Field for many years and was as well known as any outsider was to them and accepted more than most. Sylvia's words confused Daniel, she claimed that she had previously claimed something similar to these rumors but now declared it as a lie, was it a joke after all but if it was why was she challenging it. He resolved to let the news outside play out whatever way it did and cleared his throat again "Daniel al'Forel" as he continued to offer his outstretched hand to the other woman.