The tone almost reminds Ishiah of Caliban for a moment, though not nearly as surly, not quite so negative, if Ishiah can be so bold to read that far into inflection. If anything, it reminds Ishiah of Robin on his brighter days, pointing out flaws, apparent contradictions, anything that gives him a moment of gloating and a reason to smile that wide smile, all teeth and bright eyes. So he lets it slide, knowing that he may not ever understand that type of humor in full, nodding in agreement when she tries to push the thoughts away.

"Agreed," he says quietly, stretching out on the couch, resting his elbow against the back. "No reason to tempt forces which have already brought us here against our will. But that aside, how have you been? It's been some time since we last spoke."