[He can't help but laugh at Simon's assessment of Jake and Piper.]

I wouldn't be afraid of those two. They're all bark and no bite, especially Jake.

[Good thing neither of them are around to hear that..........]

Oh, me? I'm fine. Perfectly fine. [Said rather unconvincingly, and then he IMMEDIATELY CHANGES THE SUBJECT] By the way, Heiji told me about what happened after the cooking contest. I hope you're feeling better now.