"You are an intruder, and I have caught you," Rashad points out, mostly because he wants to know what she thinks of it. Has it slipped her notice? It seems like perhaps it has slipped her notice. "I might raise the alarm."

Or he might allow her to explain what everything is keep him company until it no longer suits him. If he knew her precise purpose he would be more ready to interfere in her business. "What will you do with what you learn if I do not?"