Valerie gave a little smile once she had heard the story.  It wasn't every day one heard of such a tale, and if she were to be honest, Valerie sympathized with the young lady's predicament.  "Well well...  It's not every day you meet a young lordling worried more about the people than their own station.  That is the kind of person I could pledge my sword to.  If you would have me, I would accompanies you and see the truth in your words."