[Wise of him, not to lean on interrogation. There are a number of rather muscular fellows with itchy trigger fingers in residence who are dedicated to her welfare and anything out of the ordinary might send them into a blood frenzy, or something equally ridiculous.

She takes his hand genteelly, shaking.]

You're more than welcome, the invitation was extended to everyone. But I have a notion that as someone new, you aren't just making introductions for pleasantries' sake.

[He wouldn't be the first Wonderland greenhorn to seek her out.]

Shall we speak over a drink?