"Oh yes, there is a peacefulness to the mountains. It is a world much older than yours, my dear. I wish you could see the view. You can see the entire valley from the parapets." His voice grows even softer, lulling her into a trance.

"My lady, would you help me take my gloves off? This button here at the wrist, it gives me trouble." He places his wrist in her hand.