My lady Evanuris was approached by the Hearthkeeper. She offered this as a gift and...

[ He shrugs. Mythal had seen no reason to reject it and thus it fell on him to make sure he accepted it with grace. When Lad's name had been among those offered, he at least had a familiar and pleasant face to request. ]

I find it hard to believe you don't have more to offer. [ Whether it was his compassion or some other hidden skill. Lad had to have more than his beauty to offer. ]