[If her own actions are any guide… that's probably not such a bad idea. Though she does have a rough idea of where her tolerance is- it just isn't so high.

Fortunately, while she does stagger a little, she doesn't stagger that far- but he gets a smile of appreciation out of her, all the same.]

Of course. But- I think things seem to be looking up for you. I hope- I believe Menphina may be smiling on you this year.

[ah, there it is. She produces the box with the pair of peridot earrings from out of her pocket and offers it to him.]

For you!