Of course, I'm certain there are plenty of things you need to return to.

[And he'll just lock down the feed here!]

I have plenty of things to return to as well. This is an interesting diversion, but that's all it is ultimately; a diversion.

[...That's totally a lie, but he doesn't know her well enough to show weakness!!! And wanting to stay here and avoid consequences for his actions is definitely weakness!]