"Ah, yes, I'm sure that makes perfect sense to you," he said, snorting, "although it makes no sense to me."
Stephen could see the difference, and his smile became less fake, warmer. "Usually, I'd say no, but he's been busy and I've got got plenty of reasons to take a vacation. He won't say anything. It's Monday, but if you want we can leave on Friday night. I'm flexible with that."