Claude does stop, setting the cup down and not moving away from Lorenz's grip, though a flash of irritation flickers behind his eyes as he turns to look back at Lorenz.

"...Scared for your status? Yes, you've made that abundantly clear already. That's not something I can help you with."

His tone is flat, and at this point, lacking in sympathy; he's not interested in indulging someone who regards him as potentially shameful.