It was a relief that Lydia felt the same way he did about the matter. He gave her another smile. "I told him that if anyone messes with him, they're getting a stern talking-to."

At least, that was what he would tell Daneel. He didn't want to cause Daneel any harm or pain, but he couldn't just change his methods over night, either, even if he would put in an honest effort. It wasn't like there was anything he could see that needed to be fought here. He remembered growing up without this kind of fighting. He could almost picture living a normal life if he tried hard enough.

"Uh, sugar? I don't usually drink tea." He turned to Lydia. "What do people usually take in it?"