[ Vergilius may have released Midnight, but he stays there. Frowning, eyes narrowed in thought. Gathering disparate parts together. ]

You are determined to be alone. [ ... ] Sir, I have spent the entirety of my adult life dedicated to the art of keeping other people company. I understand when I'm not wanted. I also understand the difference between when I'm not wanted and when I am being pushed away.

I am currently being pushed away. You haven't convinced me that I am not wanted. And regardless of how little you want to answer my questions, I'd like to know why you're trying to push me away when you can't even convince yourself that you hate me. At this point, it might be more efficient for both of us just to answer the question.