[This is the tact he manages: that he does not show how pleased he is.

Some romantic part of him would find it very charming if these two supernatural spectors found love on the barge; but more to the point, he is pleased with the friendship they already have. Because it means Jones is not entirely lost-- and, troublingly, for Jones' own sake. Despite Bush's best intentions, it is a little difficult at times not to respect the man despite his cruelties.]

I shall.

And you'd never admit to wanting anything it was in my power to give, so that is my duty discharged there.