Q looked surprised, but nodded.

"I'll be there, whenever you require me," he promised, before glancing at the time.

Q seemed more frazzled than usual, noticably so, and he sighed to himself. "I'm due in a meeting. I'll arrange for medical to get your implant ready, and I'll have your gun by end of day..."

He paused, then dared to look hopeful.."Will I see you tonight?"