Hanekoma was one of those beings who was virtually impossible to fluster, given he had almost always literally been there and done that. Still, he was also very good at reading people, and it didn't take much skill to see that recent events had rested heavily on many people in the city. In a way this party was exactly what the doctor ordered. "Isn't that the sad truth," Hanekoma agreed. "I wish we could convince the current administration to host more social events, but they don't seem too interested in popular opinion."

Giving a lazy bow in return, the Barista grinned and replied, "A pleasure Natalia. I'm Sanae Hanekoma, owner of Wild Cat Coffee, at your service."