[Reaffirming reality ...checking the general store for stationary... lots of important errands to be had this morning.]

...Ah! Yes, of course. Tea is ...that is to say, how to grow it myself is one of the few things I know, so I would be happy to help.

[There is a pause ...and he seems to be debating something, fidgeting a little.]

I can go over it with you ...i-if you would like to join me for breakfast, Miss Ardenbury.

[Is this how socializing works? He's trying very hard.]