Karl carefully inspects Saul to ensure he's both stable and not faking the torpor before getting up to join the conversation.

"We do apologize for any insult caused, your presence here was not something we had expected and forced a change in our approach at the last moment. If I may sir, your involvement in these affairs could be... misinterpreted given the chaotic nature of recent events. While we do not have standing to detain you, perhaps it would be best if you agreed to set the record straight at a later time? It would help avoid strained relations. I am certain we could set up a meeting to that purpose another night."