[ And you know who is totally oblivious to (or at least unwounded by) the snarking? This guy. If anything, it's almost oddly familiar... reminiscent of an old friend Horace doesn't quite remember.

It's a subtle little effect on his demeanor, but he really is listening to Lenore, almost like he's just waiting for her to tell him what to do. ]

So should I try and flush it out? I don't want it just sitting up there if it's going to be trouble later. I've got my kid here with me, you know.