Being reached for, being drawn in nearer to observe the painting, being able to study Louis' profile up close as the younger vampire admires the work and, by extension, the artist who did it, all dismantle any bad will Lestat might have for Monsieur Rothko. Basks in the glow of Louis' attention, a hand crossing over to settle on Louis' knuckles, and dragging his focus back to the painting.

"Eighty million," repeated. Wow wow. "I think I could paint one of these for you, mon cher. Save you a few pennies."

He is ready with a winning smile should Louis give him a chastising look.