[Although his voice is still a bit hissy, Duke is smiling and it caues his tone to change to suit.]

It's a pleasure to meet you, Miss Kairi. I'm Duke. Duke Alla D'Aubergine.

Seems more ice people than not, upon this vessel.

[And, his voice goes back to its normal hiss, a bit sad sounding]

I apologize. I may not have the marbles and materials ready for you for a few days. I have to make them, you see. However, I shall contact you via this contraption, somehow, when I have them ready for you. I do hope they're to your liking, Miss Kairi.