Skellig can also smell the food cooking as they enter, and his metabolism quickly reminds him that he is hungry. He does take the time to add the piece of armor he brought back to 'his' pile off to the side that he has started, once it has been wiped clean. And then it is time for wine and 'appetizers'.

"It smells amazing," he comments. "And wise thinking on your part."

It is clear from the way she moves about the space that it would be wisest if he stayed out of the way; he manages to pour them each a healthy glass of wine, then perches in a chair at the table and watches her as she works. She knows what she is doing, she enjoys it, and that brings him pleasure to simply watch her while he snacks on a piece of melon and ham.