[ But he doesn't know how to deal, Lucy!! He's a barely functional person, okay... Though still, he laughs and nods, though it's with a smile that's definitely embarrassed. ]

Oh, yes, I am. I just... [ Another laugh, and he shrugs ] Well, I hadn't slept much at all since the past Monday. I suppose those after-effects were the last little thing.

[ He waves a hand dismissively ]

So I've rested, and I'm feeling much better now, I promise. I'm just a stubborn old man, you know, so it's difficult for me to actually rest when I should~.