[Hendrik is still trying to think through his rather complicated tangle of facts. Lazarite had opted not to officially be named the new chief of staff because he still intended to retire as soon as possible -- even if that was three years ago now. Lazarite did not necessarily need his approval for choosing a successor; Lazarite was keeping him in the loop primarily because he and the chosen successor would have to work together.]

I will pass on that information when I see him next -- either tomorrow or the day after. I am sure he will be mindful to give you enough to arrange for a sitter.

[He shifts his attention back to Celestine in her bassinet for a moment, then looks at the toys he's still holding. He makes the bold move to put the platypunk toy in a rounded corner of the bassinet by her feet, its tail curled around its base. He'd considered the teddy bear, but the platypunk had less of a chance of falling over.]