"No," he answers immediately. "It would not."

Perhaps that's what he ought to have done in the first place. It would give her time to take in the new surroundings in privacy.

Taking a steps backward toward the mansion, Fenris jerks his head in that direction. "Come. It isn't far. If you have any questions on the way, you are welcome to ask." A note of doubtfulness creeps into his voice. "I may not know the answer, but I will try."