Lon watched the exchange between Laurin and Corien with a look of something approaching amusement; when Corien asked permission to leave for "breakfast", he almost chuckled out loud.  "And to think I'd considered applying as entertainment. I'd be out of a job now!"<br/><br/>He'd relaxed, imperceptibly, and smiled at Raine, an impish, almost boyish smile of delight and anticipation at the journey ahead. "What do you need, cap'n?" he asked as he watched Joli's inspection.