Carlisle's hands stay pressed against the flat of Alice's back, eyes meeting Jasper, Edward and Esme all in turn.

Quietly then, "Unless there's anything else I need to know, I'll...find you all later." He tilts his head towards the sofa in Esme's direction, wordlessly asking her to sit with him - Carlisle will stay with Alice until she lets him go.

Looking over at Edward before he leaves, I'd like to speak with you first. Later on.