Smiles are good compared to the alternative. At least, they are generally and this case seems to be fairly general at this stage. Her own smile sticks as she takes the seat offered and places the small spread she had purchased for more immediate consumption down atop the table. The rest is stored safely in the bag at her side, which is placed beside her. The tanuki doesn't move from her shoulder. Rather, it sits more straight, as though minding its table manners.

"I am," she replies with a nod, her thoughts turned a moment. "An auction is an interesting method for a fundraiser. I expect it'll prove as entertaining as it will lucrative. Yourself?"