"If there is any way I can help, please do not hesitate to ask." He made sure to say, even if he had offered as much before. Xander was nothing if not eager to learn, even if their areas of expertise differed.

When he suggested they head out, Xander smiled, nodded, and picked up the basket again, carefully hooking it into his elbow. He turned toward the door, moving as fast as he could to assure he held it open for Viktor. Like a gentleman. "I—" okay. He should have mentioned this sooner, but... "I may have rented a carriage to drive us to and from the destination." He motioned to the horse drawn waiting outside the workshop. "Don't worry, they won't be prying on our... outing."