That totally didn't answer the question. [But he grins, even leaning forward a bit to get a better look at Pascal. It's for that reason it's easier for him to respond to her next question even as he tenses up slightly and gives her a wary look.

What a question.] ...well...we're part of a team back home. Teammates stick together and...he's my best friend. You and Pascal clearly stick together all the time, don't you?