[sansa would never stare at anyone, though she has some concern that the eyes may be a symptom of corruption. regardless she does not want to hurt them by taking his hand.

her smile brightens when he mentions allen, and she gives a little half-curtsey in response to his informal bow.]

Yes, I came with Allen. It was so kind of you to invite us. I'm called Alayne; I live in Cellar Door, but I've been to more parties here in Gaze than anywhere else.

[more of her friends live here than in cellar door. she doesn't understand the appeal. granted, they are largely arcane scholars. she tilts her head a little.]

I've planted mushrooms. I haven't seen many lumenflowers outside of the Lumenwood. Are they very hard to grow?