It's a little while into the gathering when he notices Maximilien, speaking with Darcy. He's tempted to go over, to speak to the Omnic about their previously-discussed business, but then he notices Skulduggery, and hesitates. Maxwell's certainly had his cordial moments with the skeleton since the initial argument in the cabin, but he's still wary of starting another altercation.

That being said, his sideways glance wasn't as subtle as it could be.