[He's prepared to explain that it takes practice but Faust is already heading his way. He sighs, pockets his tablet, and looks up to see Faust there, standing over him while he looks up, upside down, from the couch. He rolls over so Faust is right side up again.]

It's not... in person... no one's... seeing my face... Might even seem... more normal...

[There's a pause after he gives his excuses. Then-]

I really... really wanted to...