Conall couldn't argue with them and so he conceded, "If that is your wish, m'lady. " Inwardly , however, he couldn't deny that he somewhat enjoyed having her concern.
However, he didn't miss the smirk on Katahnia's face nor her cheek and he shook his head at her. As if SHE were one to talk!
He walked with them. He didn't mind. He was only too glad that Lord Turgall wasn't offended which , earlier...he was sure of.
Conall listened to Blaith explain what had occurred and he found himself agreeing with what Katahnia said. Although....what she said caused him more worry. "You shouldn't feel that way, Lady Turgall. One does what one must to protect oneself. Whatever Klaust thinks of you, it's...well, I am not he and I could not say but I'd venture to guess that either way , no matter what you do his views of you aren't proper or healthy. The important thing is that you take care of yourself first. Your friends and family would support you in such things because they care more for you than risking a small bit of damage to your reputation. " He assured her with a gentle pat on her hand.
"You're welcome, " he said, offering her a kind smile, "but really, I believe the credit goes mostly to your cousin. Were it not for her, I suppose....well, I wouldn't have been aware of what was happening. " He KNEW Kat was listening but pretended not to and continued , "You're very fortunate to have her as your cousin. She loves you very much."
When they arrived at the washroom, Conall smiled and shook his head, "Ansgar, bless you. You're too kind, but no. I don't think...it's not that I mind...but , you know. I'll be fine and I think, "he leaned in close to her and whispered in her ear, "I think someone ought to keep an eye on Katahnia. She's had a couple glasses of wine and I don't think she holds down her drink terribly well. I suspect that she's gone a bit...silly. " He stepped back, grinning. That was a jest , naturally. He waved a hand, " You've done more than enough for me. Please, go enjoy yourself. Perhaps I'll join you all as soon as I've made myself slightly more presentable, hm?"