"Fortunately it's fairly easy to rescue someone falling off a dock," he points out. "Or a ship at anchor."

It's when they're moving that there's really some trouble.

"Fine, fine. I think my morning swims have rather surprised a number of the maidservants, but they'll get used to my odd ways soon enough. And it's been lovely to have a bit of a break from the Bar, as much as I love the place. Besides, Marian's thrilled to be by the sea."