It might feel bold to him, but it's normal for Padme. She's been surrounded by bodyguards and handmaidens for the last decade, all of whom have had their own brand of close, familiar gestures. It feels right to her, and she follows her instinct to maintain that closeness between them by looping her arm through his as they ascend the steps.

"That's a very practical mindset to have, especially in your line of work," she comments without an ounce of criticism. She is completely sincere in her assessment. "I'll endeavour to make sure you are fed well and often in our time together, at least."