We both immediately exclaimed in unison, "Of course, we're listening!"

Grayson said, "Quick! Have Carol bring me another cup of coffee."

I promptly rang the bell, summoning Carol to pour three cups of coffee for us.

Carol quickly turned around to fetch the coffee for us.

She hesitated and looked at Grayson. She couldn't hold back and asked casually, "Have you had breakfast? Are you just drinking coffee?"

Grayson looked helpless. "When do I have time for breakfast? I need to report this. Aft