[He feels that there are words Chilton would rather use than the base uneasy, but he won't press. He'll unravel in his own time. Or, more accurately, as and when Hannibal wants him to. He can wait. And, besides, Hannibal's already thought the majority of words that can go in its place. It's nothing new.]

Ah, yes, I remember that. It wasn't too long ago when I was pulled here, but not much of interest passed in between then and the night I went to bed before I found myself here. It was odd, the change of seasons you've mentioned. But, really, I must be honest: it is the least of this place's oddness.

You should know, also, that I'll entertain you for dinner whenever you'd like. And, of course, help you find your seat a desk befitting a man of your status. You've earned it, no matter where you find yourself.