Nisa looked delighted when Briar kept facing her. She nodded slightly.

"You've earned a chance. And I do hope to be everything you need as well."

Her delicate brow rose slightly at the thumb movement and she watched her maid with a strange intensity. Every movement the other woman made as she prepared the tea was studied as Nisa sat quietly, her hands folded neatly on her lap.

Just before the tea could be done, she stood and slipped behind the other. Nisa leaned in and lightly brushed back a lock of hair from her ear as she spoke softly but close enough to tickle with her breath. "I do mean it. Anything you need, do not hesitate to ask."

She released instantly and stood straight with a curious look .