[He's a little taken aback at that. Not upset, rather, as though not only had the thought not occurred to him, but it's about the last thing he expected anyone else to suggest, either.]

...oh, I see. Ah... yes, I suppose that's true, as well. Although I do have... other... employment waiting for me, once I return home.

[A brief pause, and a hint of a playful smile.]

Family business, you understand.