V returned the bow, sweeping his hat off as he did. "I beg your pardon, with sincerest apologies. I have no name for a proper introduction.... although, 'V' is preferred to the alternatives." He straightened and replaced his hat, nodding to his remaining acquaintance.

"If you wouldn't mind my company for a little longer, perhaps we should find a seat to continue this conversation? I would like to hear about this man that might be dead, being a rather curious creature."