Nisa watched him come out and looked him over as if seeking something to criticize. She folded her arms and looked towards the porridge that was ready to be put onto the table. "I asked you to stay for breakfast, so please sit down."

She moved to put the food into bowls for the two of them. "And you know brother, it was very rude to leave the room in mid conversation. I do not mind speaking through a door, but I prefer face to face."

Without waiting to even see if he'd agreed, she placed their food at their places and took her seat. "Also, some brothers might worry about their sisters being home alone with the maid all day. Even small towns like this may not be safe." Was that some attempt at garnering worry for her or a warning that people would not take a second glance at one of them going missing?