Jason Demetriou took all of 27 seconds to answer four questions earlier in the week, before he hastily exited stage left as questions around his future dominated proceedings.
The under-fire coach spent a bit longer in front of the press following South Sydney’s 34-22 loss to Cronulla, noting how proud he was of his side and how he expected to still be in charge despite persistent rumours of his imminent departure still swirling within the bowels of Accor Stadium.
Jason Demetriou discusses Rabbitohs future in press conference after Cronulla loss
"I expect to be the coach next week," Demetriou declared after witnessing his side slip to their fifth defeat in six games to start the campaign.
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"Nobody has told me otherwise. So, we'll review the game and turn up. If not, we’ll find out."
Demetriou expressed his happiness at the boosted energy levels around training during his 73-word presser in the lead up to the clash against Cronulla.
This was due, in part, to the inclusion of young guns Jye Gray and Tyrone Munro. Yet the duo were dropped into a dire situation that only turned more chaotic as the minutes wore on.
Gray produced a brilliant solo run from inside his own in-goal with his first touch of the footy as he alerted everyone to his vast potential, before heading down the tunnel for a HIA in the first period.
The fullback managed to make it back, but Munro was not so lucky after the winger was taken off with a suspected broken collarbone.
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The winger’s plight was unfortunately a sign of things to come for the Bunnies as they lost Tevita Tatola to a serious foot injury and their skipper Cam Murray to a head knock in the first half alone.
Souths were already devoid of Latrell Mitchell due to suspension, while veteran hooker Damien Cook had been axed from the side.
With over $4 million dollars’ worth of talent parked on the sidelines, the Rabbitohs understandably looked all at sea as players went down at regular intervals.
The match mimicked the breakneck speed of misfortune that has seemed to infest the Bunnies this year.
"It’s not ideal," Demetriou remarked when asked if his plight had impacted upon the team’s preparations.
"You don’t want to be going through this. But the reality is, it’s elite sport and we’re a huge club.
"But I’m disappointed for our supporters and members to hear reports that just aren’t accurate, yet I understand why the noise is there."
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Everything that could go wrong for Souths essentially did, although they showed far more resolve than in recent weeks to stick in the contest and even get within six points of the Sharks in the closing stages.
"For me, it's my job," Demetriou said when pressed on whether the pressure had become too much to handle in recent weeks.
"I won't walk around with my head down - I've got no reason to.
"I've worked my backside off to get to this position of head coach of one of the biggest rugby league clubs in the world.
"I'm really proud that I get to represent these boys, our fans, members and staff. I'm excited about turning it around."
Despite Demetriou's positive spin on the result though, serious question marks remain about his tenure.
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The match was the second time in a row where Souths have leaked 34 points, with their defence the worst in the comp as they remain rooted to the bottom of the ladder.
"I walked out to that [pre-match] press conference with all the things that had been said and done - there was no real point in me answering questions," Demetriou continued.
"It didn't serve any purpose to the players, and it didn't serve any purpose to me. I said what I needed to say and then I ended the interview.
"It wasn't the shortest interview ever," Demetriou said as a hint of a smirk broke through on his face.
"Wayne [Bennett] has done one shorter and Ricky [Stuart] has as well, so I've got a bit to work on."
