"I had considered finding a more permanent home for myself here in the Nexus. It would be so convenient not to have to move every few years if I stayed here and simply commuted to Earth for my work and duties to Autumn, but I'd hardly know where to start looking."

Her eyes widen at his offer. Offering to allow a stranger into his home? What a decidedly unWinter thing to do! The generosity has her smiling before long, small and understanding.

"You wouldn't mind if I moved some of my things and stayed there for the Winter? Are you sure?"