Arven nodded — to the resort they would go. He swept out an arm graciously so Freddie might lead the way, and added; "busy season eh? Perhaps I can help. You never let me be of use last time", he added with a twinkle of playfulness. Either his sister had been too courteous and hospitable to let a guest help out, even if it was her brother, or... well, there was a reasonably realistic possibility that if Arven tried to help he would just mess it up.

But hey, only one way to find out!