Lorne gives a huff of amusement at the joke and sees to finishing off the rest of his tea, since his guests are readying to depart.

"It is; makes it easier to ensure any visitors don't freeze while I hobble downstairs or down the hall," Lorne answers dryly. He would normally be a good host and see them out, but standing and walking and generally moving is still quite challenging. "My foster brother will be home around nightfall, he'll lock up then."

Whether they leave at the same time or not is up to them, of course, but he adds, "If anyone inquires, I was tired and needed more rest." It's the truth. Lorne will probably go right back to bed after this, and it'll give them a convenient excuse if anyone observes them. "And thank you both for coming. You didn't have to."