And your quarters, [ he agrees. ] I did not realize you were growing lonely without me there to argue the pedantic.

[ But he could make an appearance more often. At the mention of the perishable portion, he realizes he has yet to unveil the cake. The sight causes a smile to return and he gestures for her to take a seat so that they might enjoy it. ]

Will your reputation survive involvement with one such as myself? [ She nailed that on the head. He preferred to keep a low profile himself and at least this gathering was small enough he felt he could risk it, for a moment of enjoyment between them. ]