I did not know that it was a favorite of yours. It certainly can sweeten a meal or beverage. [Though he's not especially attached to it himself.]

Maple syrup? That will just have to do! Be sure to check with Elizabeth-san regarding that once we are done talking.

[He frowns and grabs at his chin thoughtfully.]

..I... I see. Noah-kun has been dependable... [He's only a little bit uneasy because he's unsure to make of all of the chatter on the PDAs in the aftermath of Chihiro's death.] It is alright to let one person protect all those knives, correct?