The man was too much of a workaholic to object to the schedule, much, even when Tyki was around. Now, he wanted to be busy as much as possible. When he wasn't at work, he'd be in the apartment attempting to build the ZERO system. Keeping busy was the only way Zechs really knew how to cope with something like this.

There was enough within him, however, to feel a cynical sort of amusement at Hakuba's statement. "If that is to be the case, perhaps I should make certain I am armed and ready to assist them at all hours. They have not a fair track record with such things, do they?"

But Zechs met Hakuba's gaze unflinchingly. Just a hint of suspicion was there, however he said, "You are welcome to stay, for now, as you are assisting my person with the ZERO system."

"However. Why?"