[ He's not surprised as she lists her hobbies. He'd been able to tell that she was well read, sophisticated, ...but to have it confirmed is another story. Smiles. ] Do you have a favorite author?
 
[ Falls silent the moment he's asked ] I'm afraid I don't have any. I'm usually constantly preoccupied with my Master, but as of late I suppose baking, [ He chuckles halfheartedly. ] and playing the violin.