Oh, of course.

[ he grins, knowingly, and carefully sets her back to her feet - but it does mean that she's standing impossibly close to him, his palms drifting to her shoulders to make sure she's steady before he releases her. ]

I think I've proven myself, Duchess. You are free of your part in the party, you're free to do whatever you please, even order me to stop carrying you. Disappointing, really.

[ teasing, of course. ]