She wasn't used to gentlemen offering to escort her places. Not as herself, anyway. When she was playing the role of a courtier or diplomat, sure. But she didn't really need to play roles here.

Which was to say, his offer had a novelty to it that she liked. So she gave him a little nod, as she started walking.

"I haven't seen you around Deerington before, Luke. Have you just arrived?" It was usually a safe assumption. She was very good at observing the comings and goings of the Sleepers.