Touche...The silver was tempting. [He didn't mean to be tactless about it and realized a bit too late. He still was under the impression that Matt was definitely being cagey about something but he would let it drop for the time being.

He let out a small sigh.]

Yes. She is. I certainly hope so, the house is certainly quieter without her cheerful presence.

Apology accepted. However, I'm sure you can expect another lecture from Phoenix.

[A pause.]

Would you mind if we joined up together for this adventure then? Perhaps we can find these heirlooms if we put our minds together.