[Gideon is nothing if not honest to the point of bluntness, Alucard is learning. On other people, it'd be deeply annoying. (He should know, he's guilty of it from time to time.) But on her, it's different. It is earnest, done not out of maliciousness but nature.

It begs a be questions that Alucard does wonder (who did raise her is the obvious one), but he's not inclined to ask. Doing so would demand a fair exchange, and he is much happier not discussing his past, thank you.]

Well, it isn't as if I were to rescind the invitation and you'd be compelled out the door. [Such is the way with his father's people, after all.]

And to answer your question, pheasant with roasted carrots and parsnips. [Never mind where any of the food came from or if it is really real. That part is exhausting.

So his eyes go over to the two-hander. It is impressive. And while Alucard's many things, he's inclined to know what's being brought into his home with deep interest. He walks over, eyes focused on the weapon.]

Remarkable craftsmanship.