I think it more likely that he learned it from whoever watches him regularly.

( mildly; she doesn't particularly care, he's sure, and he doesn't entirely blame her either. given their reduced circumstances, everything from home becomes doubly precious.

and it is a remarkable gown. )

Still, that is hardly an excuse for poor manners. ( this is addressed to the boy, who has grown fascinated with the embroidery on aleksander's lapel. the corecloth is resilient enough to survive any suspect stains, fortunately. )

Apologize to the lady, mm?