It would cause them pain to know, so there is no need for them to ever find out. [ But she did worry they would find out something from Jon or the Lannisters who were around. ] I suspect they will find out that we are in contact with each other but that does bring up a good question. What would you suggest I tell them if they ever ask?

[ There was a part of that was curious about what he wanted her family to know, especially her mother. She knew how he felt about Catelyn Stark, after all. He had told her his feelings before declaring her to be more beautiful than her mother and sealing the declaration with a kiss. Of course, that had all taken place when her mother had been dead and now... ]

No, we each have our own room. We're not children anymore and the nights are not so cold here that we need to share warmth.

[ But, yes, the house could be cramped at times. ]