Valetni paused, opening his mouth to answer before a coughing fit interrupted him. He doubled over, hanging heavily on the cane as he did his level best to expel his lungs through his throat. He straightened up, wiping his mouth with the back of his robe as he did so.<br/><br/>"My trunk will not be searched. If they attempt to do so, I will handle the situation." Valetni said as he regained his breath.