[ Lestat grins because yes, yes he would like that a lot, and the reaction from Midnight tells him for certain that he would also like that, and so he files it away in the catacombs of his mind for later consideration. It's always a good idea to keep close those who will race you to the top of a children's playground for future ridiculous ideas.

His grin spreads further at Midnight's introduction, and he shares a look with Louis that's full of the kind of excitement it's almost definitely strange to see on a grown man. He even goes so far as to laugh, a tinkling half-giggle, clearly not as restricted by thoughts of propriety as his companion is. He seems weirdly delighted by the wink, too, or simply just curious at how Louis will react. ]

A pleasure to meet you, Midnight. I'm glad to meet more people who put levity at a higher priority than most. [ He clasps his hands at his cheek in a pantomime of a theatrical swoon and then, affectionate and almost sickly it's so tender: ] My Louis could do with more fun in his life. I am but one man, being his only source of joy is a heavy cross to bear.