"I know it sounds hard to believe, but the gentlemen speak the truth. If there's anything we can do to prove Alexander is truly needed and we intend to call him for aid, we're all fully prepared for anything you may have for us."

She canted her head. "I'll also personally see to your resting space's upkeep. Surely you don't want to sit on a dusty shelf when you can retire in something freshly-polished and tidy, something that won't wear your covers and pages and subject them to pests."