I smile as I take Mat's hand. Although he hadn't accepted my proposal, he was at least going to consider the idea. I shake his hand firmly, but gently, holding back most of my considerable strength as I respond, the joy I'm feeling evident in my voice, "It is always a pleasure to make new friends, be they lovers, comrades, or even rivals."<br/><br/>Finishing the handshake, I think over the things I've learned about my new friend and one point comes to mind which I inquire about next, "So Mat, I heard you say you're something of a gambler? I'm not much of one myself, but I was wondering if you wouldn't mind teaching me the rules to a few games while we wait for our common interest in the bunny suit to arrive?"