[That earns a tired laugh.]

I assure you I have had plenty of attention given to me these last weeks. I would welcome the break.

[Of course, in hindsight now that he can recall the last few months he spent away in Ariel he regrets not enjoying the last few weeks he spent back at his father's side more. The trial had laid him bare emotionally and it's climax had ensured he would be feeling the physical effects for at least the next few days as things healed.]

What did you bring?

[The question is spoken to not only distract himself, but the Troll from worrying any more than he already is.]