"Oh of course, you should always go at your own pace. Follow exactly what you decide is best for yourself. I'm only here to give you ideas." She tips him a quick wink.

At the question of her boots, she lifts her foot and tugs up the hem of her skirt enough to show them off, the lace up the side tied in a neat little knot. "Darling, aren't they? Miss Annabelle Lee Whitlock provided the ensemble. I'm sure she'll have something dandy to suit a strapping young man."