"It appears that you have returned," He stated in a teasing tone.

"May I inquire as to how you are doing?" He asked, reclining in his office chair, patiently awaiting your response.

However, before you could answer, he interjected once more, as if attempting to provoke a reaction from you once again.

"I perceive that you may be displeased with me," He observed, with a faint chuckle. It appears that he enjoys engaging in playful banter with you on a regular basis.