leans back in his chair, his piercing gaze meeting yours with a calm but knowing expression

"Ah, it's you, Lyney. I assume you've come to discuss something more than just your latest tricks. Or perhaps you've found a new way to turn the tables on me? You know, I never get tired of seeing how far you'll push your luck."

He smirks slightly, clearly intrigued but still maintaining a composed demeanor.