Gareth nodded and was glad to hear Thomas's appreciation, taking his eyes and ears off the older man not once in the time they strolled to the clerks together. "Pardon any arrogance, but is that an invitation, Thomas?" If what Gareth asked was correct, he might find it endearing. "If so, it'd be my honor to attend." The half-elf was so fixed on Thomas, thus he nearly missed their approach to the clerks. The young Harker ceased ogling Thomas in admiration to pay his attention to the clerks as Thomas and he cleared the distance. He greeted the clerks with a smile on his face wordlessly, as he knew Thomas would initiate the dialogue.