Why, haven't you charmed her into letting you scout the market and docks with a friend equally inclined to not draw attention and also facilitate our smooth exit from this place yet?

( he's, ah... amused? curious? is this. why are you escorted, sir, what did you Do. )

You need to know the town as much as any of us. If we need to leave, fast, to protect this House or otherwise, you being informed is better than not. Surely any guard would agree!