"You gotta master the art of a distinct air of apathy," Actually Tony had help from his other in that particular department. So he had a bit of an ace up his sleeve.

"Right." That's why he kept the phone, honestly. Quick and easy access to the Network. With helpful audio and even video capabilities. Unlike scrawling in dirt.

"Sure thing, you want mine? I'm pretty bad at keeping in touch on my own." He gets distracted or in strange reclusive moods where he thinks everyone hates him for no good reason. Because he's dreadfully insecure, not that anyone would guess that on a first meeting. He pockets the phone and quietly whistles for Lady to join him.

"Don't worry about me, but you take care of yourself. Try not to get caught out like that too much, eh?" He grins and winks to try to soften the tease a bit.