[Figuring that meant she was able to keep her shoes on... though 'make yourself comfortable'...? She wasn't entirely sure how to do that... Taking a few hesitant yet light steps into the living area, she settled on sitting in an empty chair.]

"Oh, tea is alright if you have it. Any kind. If not, it isn't a problem." [Her gaze softened at his statement.] "A home away from home, I suppose." [Though she couldn't share the sentiment - after all, the cottage she was living in currently was a house, not home.]

"I know I messaged over the network, but I hope I wasn't interrupting anything..." [Her gaze traveled back to the cozy chair with the blanket, wondering if he had been studying something.]