[The problem is that Hythlodaeus is not used to having to pick his words so carefully. Nor is he used to Silco's brand of ruthless cunning. He seems to realise that maybe he's already given away just who was talking about him, and his reaction is... well of course he's going to have to find a way to make it up to Caitlyn, but he's actually incredibly delighted.

Oh, the debates he could have with such a man! Somebody with such a unique perspective on life- a perspective none of his peers would ever have had! What could he learn, he wonders?

The oddly pleased look is not hidden from Silco, he simply grins at him. Ah, well, Silco's smile is unpleasant to look at but the intention is there, kind of. That is what matters.]

A single one it is... though I do wish you would reconsider! You're so terribly tense, I fear you will shatter in place should I look at you too intently. What is your preferred method of relaxing, then? We can do it together, and have a nice chat while we're at it.