[He winces and squeezes his forehead. That sounds like a great environment for a child.]

How good of you to lend some order to it.

[He checked the phone again, seeing if anyone else has responded to Mordecai's mewling. None so far; things must be getting really out of hand.]

Mm. Of the effects therein--particularly the vestments--how many people would you say reside?

[Just so he knows whether to expect company.]