[He usually doesn't have company, so he wasn't expecting any, although it's nice to have.

He is kind of expecting the reaction, by now, so he just stands his ground and lets her get a little closer before he explains, so he doesn't have to do it halfway across the deck. He at least doesn't look concerned, he's even smiling just a little, reassuring.]

I'm fine, Kira. I asked the Admiral to do it. I figured I'd better ante up if I was going to have an opinion on the matter.