Its no trouble at all. I rather like having the distraction, though I'm sorry it has to be at your misfortune.

[Pulling a nearby chair over, she motions for him to make himself comfortable on the couch, setting herself up as sentinel.]

You can relax, I will watch for any trouble. In the meantime, if you don't mind, I'd like to hear a little more about who you are. We've crossed paths, but not had the chance to have more formal introductions.