Not just surprising, for Lorne's part. It's shocking - especially with Andrew knowing what was done to Fitz - and scary, and...

And...

And it's some kind of wonderful, tingly little thing he can't put a name to. He ducks his head, still smiling, and breaks off another piece of crumbly croissant.

"I think you'll love it. I hope you will, now that I've kicked your expectations clear into the orbit."

In an undertone, red eyes glinting. "...the Balrog is gayer than me."