[She winces, quiet for a moment, then coughs- she'll just pretend she didn't see that.]

Ah, I see. It is a pleasure to meet you as well..

[She's especially happy to be addressed as 'Lady Alouette', and thus already likes this girl.]

It was only a couple of months ago when I arrived, actually. While I do not have the experience of many others here, I am knowledgeable in devices. Now, despite the annoyances it may bring, the NV is capable of giving you valuable information. It is no replacement for books in some cases, but it is good.

Are you following, thus far?