It's... disappointing. At least they've left messages, or, well, he assumes that's how it works anyway. There was a voice on the other end, but it was one of those pre-recorded things, like leaving a note if you'll be out. Some friend if they weren't even picking up their calls.

"Sorry for the waste of time, Lan Zhan," he makes a face as he puts the Empathy away and lets out a slow sigh, poking at the remains of his meal.