"Oh." Relief washed through him at that, open and fierce. That didn't do anything for the vague thought that he'd probably mess up at some point, but it was underscored by the petty petulance that they could take it.

... not that he might not feel embarrassed, as well.

"Yeah, yeah. Ya don't have to fraggin' grind it in!" Cliffjumper waved what felt like a command off with a gesture of his hand, trying not to let the annoyance at Mirage's commandeering get to him. Trying and probably failing at least somewhat.

"... you sure me not knowin' anything 'bout diplomacy not gonna mess something up?" Cliffjumper finally asked, frowning.

It wasn't like he would want to totally ruin their chances or anything, if the Paradrons showed to be genuine. Nevermind all the sensitive stuff. Why did he need know anything about that?

Cliffjumper was pretty sure he'd find out soon.