There was a little mischief to her expression that matched his. Yes, they did share a private joke, didn't they?

"When have you ever known me to seek trouble, Professor?" she returned. She leaned back a little, lazily elegant against the fountain. She might well be laughing internally, from the twist to her smile. "Keeliai has been quiet, save for some minor hiccups. The fires. Skulduggery Pleasant. And, of course, the much-anticipated Justicar." Her definition of minor hiccups might leave something to be desired. "And you, my dear? Has your life been... interesting?"