I will be smart about it, Alcuin. Trust me that much, at least. [He will not return Alcuin to himself expecting anything if his overlay is mad, or at all involved with eldritch doings - and he knows how to look for the signs. But of those Alcuin mentioned, only Riddick has memory restoration. And only Riddick and Thorne would he trust to be more useful than Alcuin, under the circumstances.] I will make the decision that makes sense in the situation. Beyond that, I promised nothing, only sought to reassure you. I'm sorry I failed in that.

If you wish to come over, or if you wish me to do so, I would more than welcome your presence, good company or not. [After all, he expects that 'good company' is a misnomer, and not exactly what either of them are looking for at the moment.]