Jude raises his brows right back, the offer not one often made and easily rescinded if she isn't inclined. Socializing has never been a natural thing, or--the natural way he did it hasn't always worked. It had been easier on campus, where there were people who found every odd thing funny or interesting, had dragged him into things on their own whims.

He's not going to drag anyone; he's just going to start walking, let her follow.

"They have been. People lost homes, inn already serves meals. Got to feed people if they're going to run around fixing anything."