[Eying the passers-by as they keep heading towards the hotel Balthier listens to Vaan carefully even though it may not look like it. Vaan is definitely in need of a chatting buddy, eh. He replies without turning his head.]

For the time being. I've been occupied.

How about yourself? The classes keeping you busy? I heard they like to hand out plenty of homework. ["Heard" indeed. Balthier hasn't bothered himself with the studying. He'll be quick to catch up with them if the need ever comes up though.]