She'd gathered just by him mentioning the Guard and by the way that he spoke about it that he was a guardsman, but it's good to know what designates that they are on duty or not. Granted, those who band together to defend and aid others without receiving any tangible rewards for it are never truly off duty. Their sense of duty won't allow them to ignore a person in need.

"Is there any group dedicated to trying to escape and explore the surrounding region?" Protecting others without pay has little appeal for her, but gaining knowledge and facing interesting challenges...that's more along her alley.