Asleod took the offered hand and shook firmly.<br/><br/>"Good of you to join us, Mister Cutter.  I've been very impressed with your work in the city so far.  It's also good that you're already acquainted with Alex here.  That will probably make things simpler for the two of you, as I expect you'll work together occasionally."<br/><br/>Asleod motioned to the chairs spread out among the tables intermittently.<br/><br/>"Have a seat, order something to drink.  We're meeting quite a few folks of rather striking variety tonight, so best to get comfortable."<br/><br/>Matching his words with actions, Asleod refilled his mug from the wine bottle, though it didn't seem he'd downed it entirely before.  Settling his sword, raincoat and a small package more comfortably against the table, he leaned back so he could keep an eye on both the freshly arrived men, as well as the door.