Not as impressive, no, but it was more than enough for him. Perhaps he was too gracious, though chances were better he'd had far more objectional spaces to work in than a cozy cot in the back of a shop. He was, after all, not a youthful man, and years now past perhaps saw him more adventurous in his pleasure than he became after marriage. Well, years past up until now, at least.

How easily he heard the smile in her voice, and while his expression had already softened from it's usual grim line before he'd even reached her door, to hear her now caused his features to ease further to a warm smile. That was the hint he was looking for that he ought remove his coat, shouldering off the heavy garment to set it aside with the hat.

"I had found myself in the neighborhood, and thought it would be remiss of me not to visit." At near the same hour every day, despite the fact he'd no job to do within this particular district that might require that level of punctuality. He made no effort to tell a better lie, judging by the tone, he found it almost funny.

"Though just as remiss of me perhaps not to start bringing along more than just myself, when I come to steal away your afternoon."