He places his free hand on top of their joined ones and adds a quick squeeze before his hand is released.

"Truth be told, I don't recall mine either." It's delivered as if it's a good, shared joke, and it also serves as protection in case Gavin recoils at what comes next. "But I'm known as Anders, and have been for a very long time. Would you like to see if we can get tea from the kitchens? Or are you busy?"

It's the most subtle offering of an out Anders can manage; he knows full well a great many people want nothing to do with him.