I have. For a very long time, I only left the castle and Wallachia when emergencies demanded my presence. To move around for the sake of simply doing it has been a welcome change of pace.

[Privately, he thinks it may be wise for Maria to be traveling as well. It helps to mediate grief. Distract when needed, but also build in moments for reflection and emotion.]

This is your first time outside of France, isn't it?