Joseph was not joking and his expression changed slightly. He wasn't certain he liked that idea. He'd explained why he was concerned about Rhys' safety. He also didn't even trust the boy's clan not to harm him. The Usurpers reputation was well earned.
"I'd feel much better about your safety if you stayed with me," Joseph began, then sighed. "I discussed it with Amadeus but since he's apparently changed his mind about me since then..." Not getting angry about that again. Also, he really didn't want the bastard in his haven at the moment. But he wanted Rhys nearby more than he was angry at Amadeus.
He didn't know where Amadeus' haven was and he already knew it would be further away than he was comfortable with. Bloody bastard had to complicate everything. Bloody warlocks.