[ It's been opened up to air out. Even with people attending to him, it had gotten a bit musty - but by now it's honestly comfortable again. He offers a little smile. ]

...most of my tea has sadly aged a great deal, so I'm afraid all I can offer is water.

[ But he does return with a cool cup of the stuff and settles it at her hand, within easy reach. Then he finds somewhere to sit and watch and listen. ]

Take your time. There's no hurry.