Present company is probably the only routine company I keep that I actually tolerate for extended periods of time-- so, the sentiment goes both ways. Speaking of, I apologise for my behavior- I've probably been more than a little snappish, and you didn't deserve that. [better late than never.

though now he purses his lips as he finishes up with the green filir (who flits up and makes itself comfortable in the bird's nest that's his hair) and sighs tiredly, sagging a bit in his seat again as he crosses his arms.]

Honestly, I don't know what's gotten into him as of late. It isn't as if he has anything to prove to us...

[Alfred, you problem child you.]