Clearing his throat to begin the response, he stopped hearing the end of it, turning to see Vern back downstairs and seeming out of sorts. Downing his whiskey and saying, "I never bothered caring how I can drink without it being set on fire," And downing his drink, the smoke and anger dissipating as he went over to Wyvern. "You alright, Wy?" James asked quickly, concerned with whatever was happening to her.