John hadn't meant just a relationship of a sexual nature, but he didn't comment on it. Joan seemed quite intelligent, so it shouldn't have been hard for her to find someone who would enjoy conversation with her. That she was attractive helped too, of course, and used to be a doctor. He wonders why she isn't anymore, but doesn't ask why, not yet, anyway.

"I suppose so, yes," he agrees slowly, following at her side. He doesn't want to think about what sort of slave owners could have bought him instead of her. This still feels a bit awkward and uncomfortable to him, but at least he knows she isn't going to make him do anything sexual, or demeaning. "... thank you."