[ It always kinda warms something in his chest when he sees the way Claire's surroundings seem to brighten up with life according to her mood, like she's got a close connection to the earth the way he has a connection with the ocean. ]

I'd like to think I could hear you wherever I am, if you need me.

[ He can't even be sure that's true, but so far it hasn't failed him since and it's been eight hundred some years. Pretty good track record, as far as he's concerned.

He nods now, lifting a hand to gesture, after you. ]

Sure, I have time. And I wouldn't mind something to eat either, if you have anything.

[ Cake, he means, of course. And if it's blue, then even better. ]