[Eleven smiled and held her in turn]

I'll try not to. I think that might mean I won't be able to return to the city for awhile. Or.. well, I should be able to afford a room in Taravast for a time. The palace is likely too much of a risk. Though it might be more prudent to stay here until..

[Until either they leave or worse, if they succeed and the beacon is activated. He frowns, feeling terribly selfish for hoping it doesn't work]