Gru can wait, he almost says -- but that last wince seemed pretty obviously linked to the noises Gru's making.

He kisses Cullen's shoulder, with the same care, and whispers, "I'll be right back."

Gru looks the picture of innocence when Alistair opens the door; in hushed tones, as he kneels down to give the mabari a thorough petting, Alistair makes it clear just how happy he is to see Gru this morning, yes, Gru is such a good boy, but Cullen isn't feeling well so perhaps keep it down just a smidge?

(With the door open, the breakfast smells from the kitchen waft in all the stronger.)