He slipped an arm around her waist.  "Of course I'll stay after dinner.  I just don't want to impose upon your family more than I should.  It would seem strange if you were to bring a man home that you just met and want them to give him a bed.  I can stay at the inn.  You wouldn't want people to gossip after all would you?"<em>Gods but aren't you a clever boy.  Protecting her AND reassuring her.</em>"Where did your smile disappear to?  Are you suddenly feeling unwell?"  He looked to her, concerned.