"It would smell nice, too. Counteract the kelp." He watches her work with the dagger, making note not to tempt her to use it on him. Theoretically, only an angel blade should hurt an angel, but that's impressive.

"I suppose it might deplete the soil, though. There's never an easy way out." He tilts his head. "I know one isn't supposed to ask a lady her age, but I'm curious now."