"I understand. Know that whatever you tell me will be treated with the utmost respect and care. I also have things I do not wish for all to know. Who in this town does not?"

Now that she knows word is law in his culture, he hopes it will help convince her that she truly can rely on his confidence.

"I have a home in town. You are welcome to come for a visit there. If you would like to try one of those fruits I mentioned, I have one I can let you to try."