Bartholomew's eyes flash. "What an unexpected and pleasant news, Your Grace! Of course I accept your proposal,

Bartholomew's eyes flash. "What an unexpected and pleasant news, Your Grace! Of course I accept your proposal, and stand ready to commence my work immediately! Just... I'll just have to lock up the laboratory and postpone my research. But I'm happy to make this sacrifice! After we finish our conversation, I will prepare for my departure."