Al shrugged. "I've informed Headmaster Snape of my irrational behaviour as influenced by my emotional state, and we both agreed that no improper actions were intended or expected. In the future, I shall monitor my emotional response and maintain control over it as needed. It's settled and done." Al stared straight ahead for just a bit, as his gaze focused again on his dad.
"I am here now. Grandfather James is doing well, by the way. I didn't know he could cook."