[ He thinks he should be offended at the way that Gale immediately examines the book, as if Astarion would dare harm and as if he hadn't been watching the entire time the book had been read. It's almost enough irritation to make the gleeful feeling of joy from Gale's reaction dissipate, but some things can't be ignored. He almost claps his hands together with his excitement.

It's so easy. ]

That is what I said. Are you having issues with your hearing? It must be all that terrible, loud magic you do.

[ Painfully easy. He doesn't have to try, and unfortunately that makes some of his excitement drip away. ]

Yes, because it was the word most likely to have you huffing like a toddler, and I was right.

[ Crossing his arms, he scowls a little. ]

I enjoyed the ending, if you must know.