[It was definitely meant to be a compliment! Constance just...isn't all that good at subtlety and/or not being uncomfortably candid with her opinions.

(if it wasn't. completely obvious)]

It's genuine, I assure you. I've very much enjoyed our time here. You, and the other Golden Deer, you...

[ooohhhhHHHH let her stop for a moment...there's a Feeling caught in her throat and it's kind of uncomfortable, just give her a minute to work it out...]

Well, you've...basically taken me in when you didn't need to and I'm...well, I'm very grateful. I only hope I can make it up to you one day.

[This is why she would never agree to take-backs...who is she supposed to watch awful TV with and drink awful wine with in the Black Eagles? Hubert? She has to laugh.]

When my house is restored to its former stupendous glory, I will simply have to have a feast in your honour!

[Can we just ignore any awkward 'Coco there's going to be a whole-ass war' thoughts? Good.]