John turns to face Kijani and grins widely before putting on a poker face. He gives her an exaggerated bow and says, "My apologies, Your Majesty. Here, let me attempt to ratify the situation." (He means rectify the situation.) He snatches a few napkins from a nearby student and presents them to Connor with a flourish, "My apologies, oh wonderful page. I merely desired to duel the knight you serve under." He glances at Kijani and asks with a smirk, "Better?"