[Oh, hello Kurt. The dark circles under Franz's eyes haven't faded much, and he has a similarly sickly, pale look - but offers a smile.]

Since when do you care about proving our worth to others? Whatever would Lady Gaga say?

[A pause in the teasing, though, and:]

It's so cute when you throw yourself into things like this. I'm excited too. [Even if it's a far more subdued excitement.]