[It might take a while for her to sum up that courage, but she'll get there eventually. The plants comment mystifies her for a moment, until she remembers Akechi was also keeping plants. (Under protest.)

She moves with him to see him to the front door like a good hostess.] I wish you luck. I'd offer you assistance with those, but you can probably see from my garden that I am still learning. [Though there are signs!! Of an actual garden taking shape!!]