[ Bruce doesn't just internally squirm, he physically squirms as Alfred lets the offer hang in the air. Maybe he misread Alfred's willingness to be around him. Maybe it only extends just far enough to know he's safe and nothing else. Maybe he should have just asked to be dropped off at the Manor. Maybe— ]

It does? [ He catches himself and inadvertently smiles with the relief. ] It does. I haven't had a good cup in...

[ Bruce falls quiet. They both know when the last time would have been because Alfred would have been the one making it. Instead he clears his throat and looks out the window. ]

Do they have your favorite?