[leo fortunately has half an ear more than elliot, so he does in fact hear that. there's a little bit of annoyance that flares up, but he manages to squash that down easily enough.]
I didn't plan for it. [which was true. leo manages a glance down to his books before he continues, slightly tired. elliot's trying, at least.] I didn't think I had to tell you if it was just a short time.