He heard what they said, processed it, but the first thing out of his mouth was, "No!" followed by him slapping both hands to the barrier. "Don't end it yet. Leave them be for now! Keep talking to me."

He spared them a glance, arching an eyebrow slightly at what appeared to be a picnic, before returning his attentions to the strange pair. "Let them enjoy their drink. You want to stop things as much as I do. Please!"