Alric pauses briefly, himself, and nods in answer to prompt her to continue. His own smile remains soothing and diplomatic, the better to encourage her to go on whenever she's ready--although he blinks, a bit surprised when she does get to it, although not showing any signs of being displeased.

"Indeed..? That is certainly true, of course... well, shall I offer my congratulations, or are you still awaiting an answer?"