"Ah," is the only reply for the moment. It had been an innocent question but ever so often the innocent questions are the hardest to answer: the most revealing. For a time, Paladin walks in silence, digging the bits of grass out from under her nails with her other hand.

"I do not mean to pry," comes the second part of the response finally. "Or hurt your pride when it came to my ask. Since it was my invitation I would of course cover any cost, and be glad to. The pleasure of your company would certainly cover any cost." A turn of the head and Paladin flashes a smile. "Please trust me on this."