Alec flinches, and he hopes even as he does it that Naoto doesn’t notice, that he’ll put it down to the sudden interruption of the nurse if he does. By the time that his full attention turns back to Alec, he’s composed again.

“Detective,” he drawls, sarcastic. “I had no idea I was in such dignified company. I’ll have to ask your forgiveness all the more for taking up your time. Feel free to get on with your duties.”