[ One of 'his' hours.....? Are not all hours exactly the same?

He raises an eyebrow at that particular turn of phrase but remains silent, unwilling to cause this upstanding young woman any more unnecessary stress. Maybe they can find a nice place to while away the next fifty minutes....And then he can ask all the questions slowly rolling around inside. ]

A pleasure to make your acquaintance, my lady.

[ With another bow for good measure. ]

Is there any particular place you would prefer to rest at while that hour passes? Perhaps another drink is not in order [ in case some other strange effect occurs ] but there are plenty activities available to you should you wish to partake.

And of course [ he adds ] I shall remain with you in case of emergency.