above ground

[For as distasteful as he found the investigation, Viktor has thought of Babis on occasion, even if he isn't sure the Draconae remembers all of their conversation, given his birthday and presumed level of inebriation. Still, when he sees him at work, he decides that now is as good a time as any for re-introduction.]

I have no blades, unfortunately.

[But he does have a certain fondness for blacksmiths, not that Babis needs to know the details.]

It's good to see you again.

[And not framed for murder.]