[ Neuvillette nods, making a mental note that during his next break he'll go upstairs to his suite and put those macarons away in the ice box. The rest he'll probably keep in his office; with the sheer amount of investigative work he now has on top of all the usual paperwork he handles on a daily basis, it's probably a good idea to have some treats nearby to ensure he'll keep his energy up throughout the day. The Tartaglia case could destabilize their entire nation if it isn't handled appropriately, so he must be at the top of his game until the matter has been resolved. ]

I am. Sleep deprivation can significantly impact job performance, so I make sure to always get an adequate amount of rest. [ There's nothing in his tone to suggest he isn't sincere; even when he's this busy, he tries not to sacrifice any rest. He just sacrifices his already minimal amount of free time instead. Good thing he needs less sleep than the average human to feel well-rested. Four hours is plenty enough sleep for a dragon. ]

By the way, Mademoiselle—the Gardes have identified the person responsible for spiking your Fonta with Primordial Seawater. He was arrested a few hours ago.