Such a noncommittal answer. Miles's brows lowered, but he could tell that the usually-talkative Phoenix was bothered by this. By his being here, most likely. Why.

Well. He knew why. He knew that, given the note he'd left, Phoenix was most likely upset at his choice despite the action being his suggestion. He had a lot to learn. A lot to consider. His entire future. And now, with this bargain--

Maybe he had an entirely different future ahead of him. If he'd even remember it.

Still, he wasn't one to force conversation when things became awkward. He did, however, note it down in his organiser. His presence certainly made Phoenix uncomfortable. As he write, he sipped his tea, letting his--... His coworker do as he would.