"Oh, yes, of course! In fact, Derek may be an asset I hadn't considered. Please, do bring him as well. I'll provide the tea." The Socialite wrote something down on a sheet of paper in shorthand.

"Yes, I believe that is a good start... Oh, as well, Jane, I do apologize for not attending outside of class study sessions. Progress on the project has been slow and, with my injuries until fairly recently, I've been unable to do much in the way of actual study and practice."