@sircusa actually, wouldn't it be better to do it in front of the husband (if it isn't with romantic intent), since the wife would not be pressured to hide it and cause friction. By being open about it to all parties you avoid unnecessary conflict caused by misunderstandings.
If he did it without the husband near it could be seen as secret advances, but now it can't be anything but genuine congratulations.
I actually like the fact that he gave her a big ass bouquet infront of her husband. Like he's not trying to hide anything right? And they are husband and wife.
I hope that he get to befriend the husband. He's a nice guy.
That Priest seems shady. Maybe some fanatic from the DK faction or extremists in the temple? Religion always do bad stuff in books anyway.