*Subdued seems to be the keyword for Laura, she barely smiles in response to the greeting. But she is trying to be nice and not terrifying.*

It is nice to make your acquaintance as well, Alric Caelegart. I was much... happier, when I was here.

*Another small hesitation, like she was determining what exactly needed to be said, and how exactly to say it.*

But I had fewer secrets from my peers.

Thank you. I would prefer to commit as few crimes as possible.