Indeed, he's having a hard time keeping up the aloof and serene immortal master look right now. But how can he not be excited, when after so many months of secrets and observation, things are finally moving? This might bring them one step closer to exposing Nyarlathotep!

Shen Qingqiu follows Valdis closely, and once the office door has closed behind them he immediately pulls the dagger and journal out of his sleeve, arranging them on the desk for her viewing. "Here we are. I took these from Dr. Coldwood's bedroom," he explains.