[sylvanSpider]

Benjamin turned a dark shade of red, deepening when his eyes followed her hands and he found himself actually looking at the gestured to regions. Thankfully it was only a moment, but Benjamin hoped that April didn't notice. "Well, it's immodest," he said truthfully, "I'll be thankful when this getting you clothes debacle is through, that much is certain." He tilted his head as he watched her expertly twist her hair around into a neat bun and put on the bonnet more skillfully than he expected. In his brief time knowing her, she'd never worn a bonnet, but then, he supposed that the concept was simple enough.

"That is a splendid idea, and this time, you may accompany me," Benjamin paused, looking down and getting serious for a moment, "I apologize, for all of this. You're a complete stranger to me and yet, and in a few days, you'll be witnessing the most intimate, most personal moments in my life. It has to be a little awkward for you, doesn't it?"