[Doctor Mephiston Luciferion Bahl] - [In the lobby] - [Speaking with people and disarming]<br/><br/>"Have I read your exploits?" Mephiston exclaimed excitedly.  "Sir Daniel Vanderholt, allow me to say that your tales of adventure have chased away many hours of boredom.  No matter how exaggerated your adventures are, let me say that I sometimes find myself envious of the amount of good you have done in this world.  Would I ever be content to see one of my inventions aid you in those darkest of moments and grant you safe egress from danger."<br/><br/>"And how could I deny the lovely Selena the practice of her profession?  'twould be the same as denying the inventor his right to create, the artist his canvas and brush.  No, after much time spent alone, I would be most pleased to extend our time together.  Despite my inventions failing to meet my intentions, I often find them selling quite well, and would be quite delighted if you would join me in seeking some refreshments before we turn towards other things."<br/><br/>"But first!"<br/>Mephiston nodded towards Tom before heading over to George.<br/>"I quite understand Tom.  I had hoped to secure somewhere private to disarm, but if I need to disarm here then I must beg everyone for their indulgence at this utter breach of etiquette."<br/>The process in which Mephiston disarmed himself could be described as surprisingly lengthy.  First came the handkerchief from his waistcoat, placed at one side.  Then the belt was undone and laid down.  Next came the shoes, though the socks stayed.  Taking off the waistcoat and putting it to one side, Mephiston undid his dress shirt buttons before reaching inside to disable what was revealed to be fine wiring.  Satisfied, Mephistion unfastened his cuff links, which were hooked up to hidden wires, and then placed the shirt away from the rest of the discarded articles of clothing.  Giving everyone an apologetic look, Mephiston lowered his trousers, revealing underwear made of leather and clockwork with a derringer hooked up to the entire apparatus front and center.  Putting the safety on on the crotch cannon and unlocking some of the clatches, Mephiston removed his trousers and then the apparatus, using the waistcoat to preserve as much modesty as possible.  Fully disarmed now, Mephiston buttoned up his pants and put on the waistcoast, very much lighter than before.  Judging from the exposure of his body, Mephiston ate well and kept in good shape.  Especially his legs: they looked built for running.<br/>"It is heartily recommended that the handkerchief is kept away from sparks, extreme heat and open flames.  Avoid touching the cufflinks to anything sensitive to high voltages and amplitudes, like machinery or people.  The rest can be safely handled given care and attention."<br/><br/>Unconcerned for the fact that he now lacked shirt, shoes and underwear, Mephiston turned around to smile at Daniel and Selena, only to find that others had arrived.<br/>"More people!  Brilliant!  I bid good day to everyone!"