Theo was just about to answer that he did not know when Rodolphus took back his question. He nodded, pleased that he did not have to answer, and collected his memory.
'Of course I'll keep you updated,' he said, feeling a surge of worry at the thought that Rodolphus might not be well enough to answer even the book.
'Do you need anything else from me?' It was an oddly open question, and for once he meant it, though perhaps not the way Rodolphus would choose to interpret it. Nevertheless, he'd asked and once Rodolphus had shaken his head, he got up, excusing himself and taking his leave. There was no point in staying at this time. There was too much work to do.