He nearly gave a laugh at the reply she had given him, so formal and uptight, like a mantra that had been drilled into her from a young age. It was ridiculous, especially in a place like this. But while he managed to keep the laughter at bay, he couldn't quite prevent the smirk from creeping across his features. "Is that so, darling?" he asked, amusement dripping from his tone. "Can't say I've ever heard of you before. Adolph Mulciber, at your service."