The old man's arrival was somewhat enjoyable to the young red haired man. It had stopped any sort of reply that his companion might have dished out and gave him a moment to fiddle with and fix his eye patch. Still he was paying attention. He didn't wanna miss something important. It was pretty smart too considering Alara questioned him on what he had to say. When he looked up to eye the old man he smiled. "Well I think your people skills are about as good as those of a rabid dog." He chuckled before sitting up and leaning against the table, his arms crossed atop of it. "Let's listen to the man for a moment. We needed information after all. And if he does try to swindle us you can do whatever you want. But for now let's play nice." His gaze returned to the old man. "What information can you offer us gramps?" He then asked casually. Respect had never really been his strong suit. The man was interesting though, to say the least. From the cloak to his overall Demeanor and speech. Quite interesting indeed.