[Gale offers the server his thanks once more, and proceeds to pour himself another glass. Normally he would stop at one, perhaps two if he was feeling cheeky, but nothing about this situation calls for moderation.]

Good to see our stowaways are still working in your favor— and you've been here for two months without any adverse effects. That's also quite noteworthy.

[It answers a fair bit about what his own tadpole will likely be capable of.]

I suppose for the duration of our stay, that's one less thing to worry about... though I've become so used to doing so, I don't imagine I'll be able to put it out of my mind so easily. Ah— so to speak.

[Pun unintended, he promises!]

Everything else aside, it is good to have been greeted by a friendly face.