She really was amusing. This might not be as burdensome as he originally thought. He gave her an equally fake smile in return, this one distinctly mocking. That just kind of slipped, really; he wasn't particularly good at hiding his emotions at times, unfortunately. "Now would be convenient, yes. Shall we then?"

Even if this little arrangement didn't quite work out, there would be no real loss on his part. A little time would be used up, sure, but who kneew? Maybe they'd actually get something accomplished. He doubted it, though, but at least it would make the wait for his brothers at least a little more tolerable... somewhat. At least his concern over them was genuine.