[A response? Oh! She hadn't made a nuisance of herself! Thank the Goddess! She clears her throat, turning her head to the side to do so before once more looking in his direction to meet his eyes.]

I would like to think so. Even the smallest of tasks has a purpose.

[She takes a few more steps forward, her eyes then turning to look upon the marble on which they stand. She smiles at her reflection, nodding her head as she speaks to answer his question.]

If keeping things clean and in order is not a valiant task, then I fear to think what you view scholastic work as. Keep doing your best, Sir Jade. It is a pleasure to see such a reflection, especially when it is shared with others.

[She looks over to his own image upon the floor, giving a smile before again looking back at him.]

I think what you do is important, but if your back needs mending, I am sure we can find something in one of these books that could help.