"That was my thought," Lyall agreed. "It isn't like my name isn't plastered all over the network, after all, and she'd know where to find me... and she might have missed you being on there. Though that would be tricky, too." He eyed Alex with a little amusement.

"Anyway, that's for later. Forn now, bring that cake in. I'll share it around, and take whatever's left over home to Hajime. He'll probably appreciate it."