[ They're startled by even that single syllable - but at least it's muted, nothing more than a widening of their eyes, as they're addressed. ]
Er.... yes?
[ It takes them a second, but they're able to tie the man's voice to the communion from before, too - which does make them feel a sliver of dread, as they can't imagine they've left all too positive of an impression on the person before them. But they're prepared to take responsibility for their partner's actions, so they lift their gaze to meet his, wondering what it is that he might want. ]
no subject
Er.... yes?
[ It takes them a second, but they're able to tie the man's voice to the communion from before, too - which does make them feel a sliver of dread, as they can't imagine they've left all too positive of an impression on the person before them. But they're prepared to take responsibility for their partner's actions, so they lift their gaze to meet his, wondering what it is that he might want. ]