I did. [It's difficult to tell whether 'clearing the head' means she wanted to vent, if she's more looking for a distraction, or something else entirely. Rather than get lost in attempts to read intentions that may not even be there, Charles decides to be direct.]

Was there something specific you were hoping to speak about, or is this more about letting the falling leaves and chill air relax the senses? [There. Can't be more direct than that.]