"Oh, no, no no, I wouldn't expect you to do that," Freddie assured Armaan quickly, his worried gaze on Rhadika's face as she appeared to be trying not to swallow her own tongue. "That is very kind to offer, but- I wouldn't expect you to wait until I've finished work. Honestly. Just save me a bit on a plate and I'll eat when I get in."
There was always a chance one of his siblings might join him for Mass anyway. It was one of the more religious moments of the year to indulge in, and he liked imparting a little patience to those around him in the cathedral, suffering through the festive season with intolerant and/or insufferable relatives, or struggling alone.