[Even if she had cringed, Fenris would've missed it, his focus on anything but her, head bowed in apology, his eyes on the ground.] Still... there's no advantage to be gained from driving people away. [Which was unfortunate, because that was a skill he had.

He glances back up, poorly masked surprise in his eyes at her offer.] Not that I can think of, no.

Well. Maybe. Out of curiosity, how long have you been here?