There was a steady, anxious tap of Kai's foot as the fellow in front of him thought things over. He was this close to just turning tail and booking it again, but no. No. Chill out for a second, let the guy cook.

The answer was expected, if disappointing.

Trying not to look too visibly droopy about it, Kai awkwardly raked his fingers through his hair. "Mm. Yeah. They're my partners. We were supposed to arrive together."