At the same moment, Rhys was craving a bit of attention, as he was busying himself with both organizing his curriculum a little better and grading papers, two things that had slipped his mind or been neglected for longer than he would have liked. It was lonely inside his office most of the time, unless Vianca was around. Even when she was quiet, her presence was very much appreciated. No one was around for treatment, either, which only compounded the void of loneliness in busywork surrounding him.

That's why Nabooru's intrusion was a welcome distraction for him. He straightened up and directed his focus to her. "Oh, hi there, Nabooru!"