Anyone who tries to sell you on magic all knowing body language expertise is a charlatan, but there is truth on being more attentive to cues when you can't rely on hearing tone of voice. It isn't perfect, but it's clear his intention with such an obvious invitation. And while she was looking forward to researching more about Thorne, that can wait until after this. The books will still be there, and unlike most summoned she can read in the dark now.

Bay collected her sketchbook, leaving the research books on the table. Smile schooled and careful, pleasant but not obvious to have more to it than just politeness. "Sure, I spend a lot of time drawing in the gardens. I know the most beautiful ones for the time of day."

Which meant the ones that are generally low traffic and not spied on.