"I know, I know," his tone was full of obviously mock apology. "No stories about whales, I promise." He led them from the hangar, down a hall which took them in the general direction of the many smaller rooms, including the labs.
"Hardly surprising given the year. Still, I'm sure Tony can come up with something, if he's willing." He knew well enough he couldn't force the man. Nor did he have any interest in doing so. If Tony wanted a part of this, that was his choice.
"Well that's something at least. Now you're talking." It was said in that same fashion, as though she herself was displaying some level of optimism with the statement.