[Norton loosely flicks his hand in dismissal of the need for an apology.]

I invited you to walk in without knocking. No need to stand on formality.

[He notices that initial denial and tentative disclosure.]

Just to lay all the cards on the table as it were, I'm a homosexual so I'll not judge you for whatever things you may have started to recently consider. So...tell me about the Cat King. The person who expressed concern about the situation didn't provide any details.