He doesn't miss that last part at all, nor is he unaware of the situation surrounding Ella's parents.
"We can do this a step at a time, my dear." There is no real rush. And frankly, Riley is of the uncharitable thought that if Ella's parents refuse to provide for the girl, it is not as if it is so great a loss. She can have all she could ever need here, in Falner.
"I think I can say with confidence that our more immediate concern is making sure you are settled in, with a plan on what you feel comfortable pursuing." The servants come in at that, and he gestures that they can set down the bottle and glass for Ella right beside them.
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"We can do this a step at a time, my dear." There is no real rush. And frankly, Riley is of the uncharitable thought that if Ella's parents refuse to provide for the girl, it is not as if it is so great a loss. She can have all she could ever need here, in Falner.
"I think I can say with confidence that our more immediate concern is making sure you are settled in, with a plan on what you feel comfortable pursuing." The servants come in at that, and he gestures that they can set down the bottle and glass for Ella right beside them.