[ While David peruses "keyboards" Balthier asks a series of inane questions, focusing on concern over only the best. He can tell the salesperson is a combination of exasperated but hoping for a good sale; he's almost guilty they won't be buying.

When David slides back in, he pats his hand gently. ]

We can discuss it over dinner. I wasn't that impressed with this establishment anyway. [ He leads David out the store, saying not-so-under-his-breath ] We really ought to get you something nice that you can use. There's no reason to be modest. You're an excellent designer and you need the right tools.