Veronica simply nodded at the mention of keeping the jacket, though she nevertheless felt a slight twinge of guilt as she observed the lifting of that parasol once more. She was tempted to hand it back yet it would seem terribly awkward at that point. Instead she contented herself with merely moving behind the pair as she thought about what she'd need to ward the garden. Engraved, metal stakes seemed like the best solution, something not easily removable and considerably more durable when exposed to the elements. Her train of thought, however, was soon interrupted when Hope suddenly stopped and called out in that uncertain voice. Veronica's gaze immediately flew up, locking on the girl in the purple dress as she momentarily tensed, though quickly relaxed as the two began speaking.<br/><br/><em>'Only a friend,'</em>she thought to herself, sighing ever so slightly as she chastised herself for being so on edge on the Hellsing grounds. Her attention quickly went to Lyra when the woman greeted them to, giving an incline of her head in return before speaking. "I am Veronica Lancaster of Section XIII. A pleasure to meet you." Veronica managed to offer a small smile before looking over to Dameon, her lips pursing as she had a small debate with herself. Finally, however, her craving for coffee won out, leading to her nodding once more. "A cold mocha frappuccino would be nice."<br/><br/>At the mention of tea she ended up looking back at Hope, her head tilting to one side. "Your friend just arrived, you two should catch up. Besides, I'm not sure your clothes would fit me exactly." Another faint smile formed on her lips before she looked over to Lyra, merely listening to the two talk for a moment. Yet she blinked slightly at the brief look she was given, lips pressing together in slight confusion.