[Admittedly, abrupt is how he feels at the moment, still reeling from the bitterness of Cathaway's decisive withdrawal. This, at least, is a distraction: he finds her in short order, cloaked in the heavy protection of his recently repaired robes-- and the mask that accompanies it.
There's little point in burying his discomfort; it takes the edge off regardless.]
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There's little point in burying his discomfort; it takes the edge off regardless.]
What is it you need?