Cyril wanted to be distracted by talking about how he and Bull know each other, but he's distracted by Dorian saying he's been gone for two years.

"Two years? Then... how is Travelyan?" he asked with some worry on his face. He didn't know this man, but he knew the things he would have to face back home. It was troubling to think of anyone going through the things he had. "And how are you? I know there are some...trying times close by."