Mello hadn't stated the goal Near wished to achieve in a satisfactory way for the younger, but he wasn't the type to be so bothered by the elder's annoyance to nitpick over the details in such an instance. If they both had the inferiority complex that plagued Mello, neither would have come so far as they'd managed. Thankfully, at least one was more capable of restraint in his emotions, the separation that had perhaps been the most decisive factor in Near's ranking as number one among Wammy's children. And despite what Mello might think of it, Near's attitude was not one of smug superiority, but of neutrality, as he would have when he mulled over any simple fact.

Near noted that Mello seemed to be directing his answer more towards the room's occupant, and that suited the younger well enough. He was still very capable of hearing it, after all, and now had two people to potentially seek out in the future. Near's talents were limited in this situation, after all, and it was best that he find the best place to apply his particular skill set. Being of enough use would perhaps make up for his social failings, or so Near could reasonably hope to enough of a degree to make the effort.

"It does seem that way." Mello's glee was indeed quite evident, but the younger knew him rather well. Even if he had chosen not to comment on it, Mello's satisfaction at the situation would have been obvious enough simply from Near's preexisting understanding of the other. He held out the maps to Junior with a single hand, collecting his items with the other. "Thank you. I've finished with these. And since I doubt anyone has time to linger here for long, we should likely be going." Near had his plans, after all, and enough potential obstacles without unnecessary loitering. Now that he knew exactly where to go, the younger intended to take as much advantage of his time as he could.