[ yennefer is not sure she would agree with that - low profiles were only for those who weren’t large enough for the spotlight at all, or who didn’t know yet how to use it. she had always seen attention as a powerful force if used correctly, and after spending too much of her life being forced to keep to the shadows due to everyone else’s comfort, she sees no use in it now.

of course - she can understand the need for some. can see where it would be useful, to keep eyes off of your work. but that felt too much like political subterfuge for her own liking, and more often than not, she found it boring.

he offers his name with a smile - brad - and yennefer considers this, considers him, for just a moment longer. those who chose to remain in thorne were of a specific bunch, and yennefer had been efficient in figuring out their reasonings, their motivations. knowing now that there is this brad, someone she did not see on the platform that day - opens up an entirely new set of questions.

yennefer gives a small chuckle at his clear attempt at small talk. she supposes she can see where this will lead. ]

It has been an interesting week, yes. And I don’t think the people here in the castle are used to such magics, either, given the castle’s reaction. [ she inclines her head a bit. ] Where are you from, if I may ask? [ her tone is light and curious. ]