Not right now.

You frown. "Are you sure?"

The short man nods dolefully. "Yes, yes, I'm sure. I'm sorry. I wish I could help you, but I can't. Do tell me if there's anything else I can do for you, though. We should have dinner sometime!"

You get the feeling he's not telling you the truth - or not the entire truth - but there's not much you can do about it, right now anyway. You nod and stand. "Very well. Thank you for your time, Artorius. I'm afraid I'd best be getting back, now."

"So soon? Ah, but it is late, I suppose. Very well. Zahra here can see you out." He stands as you do and reaches out to shake your hand. His eyes are downcast. "I truly am sorry I can't help you more, Lentillus. Please, say hello to Adolphus for me - he's a good man."

You nod. "I will." As the Egyptian **** escorts you out, you wonder idly if Adolphus might also be able to help you out more with this landlord. Clearly there's something that he's not telling you...but ah, the hour for dinner is approaching. You'd best return to your estate, at least for today.