[Caleb is happy enough to pause in his mission to lose himself in books again when he sees Elias heading over, lifting a hand in a friendly enough greeting.]

I... hadn't considered specifically, but the solstice is fast approaching, isn't it? I mean, ja, of course, I imagine I'll spend it with Essek.

[Because that's how he wants to spend most of his time if he's being honest with himself.]

If he's amenable.