[ Angelica, however, doesn't seem displeased by his reply at all. She merely nods at the answer he gives, her hand skimming along the rail beside her as her skates finally slow to a halt. ]

For myself, cooking was routine. When there was no longer anyone else to do it, I prepared meals for the Ainsworth family, but that was simply a responsibility.

[ The exercise is a new part of her lifestyle, too, but that's besides the point now. She inclines her head, just slightly, as she considers something. ]

Would you have enjoyed making dinner for us both instead?