"Yes, exactly," he confirmed as Lamperouge returned to the table. So she did seem interested in the subject. It was safe, then, to assume she wasn't just going to be there for the sake of decoration. He wasn't to disregard her completely in that case. Heh, this could get interesting.

He watched quietly as the boy presented the food with the careful practice of someone who had done this more than once. When he finally sat down and offered an explanation, Klavier's expression softened for just a second. Ah. Siblings. That explained the treatment, especially if he was right about her having gone through an ordeal the night before. Their exchanges were short, but it was obvious they cared greatly for each other. He could respect that.

"Ah, I see," he said with a slight nod. This would normally be cue for Klavier to put on a professional face himself, but he stuck with the same bright grin he'd been using for Nunnally. Nothing wrong with a friendly atmosphere even while conducting business. "Likewise, it's a pleasure, Herr Lamperouge."

He leaned back in his seat a little, likely looking more curious than attentive. "Now then. ...If you don't mind my getting right to the matter, what in particular did you want to discuss with me today?" There was a list of topics they could have easily gone on about, regarding both research and theories.