[Nero's expression flattens out.] Wow. Thanks. [But there's a distinct sense of amusement, too. That's what he'd thought. Why the fuck would they stop a whole damn ship for one guy? Whether he was fine or not, seemed like a lot of effort for one Summoned when they could just... you know. Summon a new one.

Not that they'd be as cool as him, but still.]

Yeah, but what tastes better than what you caught yourself? [He grins back at her. She already knows. He absolutely did want a cool story.] Anyway, as thrilling as makin' fun of me must be for you, what've you been doin' this whole time? Hanging with your boy? Shady rendezvous in the cabins?