Indeed? [Sebastian is smiling against the phone, now that he's accustomed to the vicious, vulgar tune of this agitated boy. He really doesn't see what there is to get so worked up about; he hasn't said anything offensive.

[Obviously there's no choice but to politely bait him further]

I'm relieved to hear it, my lord. It is a rather tedious task, though unfortunate that the earl still cannot manage as much without assistance. [Heh]

I thank you for taking such thorough care of the young master in my absence.