Well, I'm afraid I can't share the sentiment when it comes to this part of the job. [He says, giving a significant look around the tavern. And well, he also doesn't share that 'duty' view-- he does what he does because it is what makes sense to him, not because of duty. But he's not going to say that.]
But what I can do is to try to make your duty here a little less unpleasant. Drinks and a good conversation can do wonders for anyone, after all.