"Far be it from the politicians to provide straight answers," Pig said, wiping his hands on a napkin and finishing his pint.
"Well, it was nice eating with you. You have a good day. And try to lay low." When she looked up at him he just gave her an innocent smile. "Big crowd tonight and all."
He stepped away, towards the door, pulling on his cloak. If people inside the Ministry didn't know why the Minister had left, then there definitely was something very interesting at foot.