[ There's a breathy laugh and a shake of the head at the compliment. ]

I think it's just something I'd want. And it'd be nice to feel like I can help, in a situation where it's easy to feel a little powerless.

[ The ease in which they'd been beaten down in the labyrinth won't be forgotten very soon. ]

Oh, don't you worry: I'm enjoying it! And I plan to talk to as many people as I can. [ There's a more impish smile now, and she lifts her cup to him in salute. ] I'll be off, then! But, you know, still around, in case there's another weird drink you want people to try.

[ And, with a wink, she takes another sip and wanders off (for now). ]