Alastor, who had arrived back at the apartment several hours prior, looked up from the book he was reading, which was apparently the first of Isaac Asimov's Foundation series. Closing the tome and setting it back in its proper place on the shelf, he shifted his attention over to Andy.

"Welcome back my human compatriot," he exclaimed, brushing a stray strand of hair from his face. "I've had a rather informative day learning all about your technology and how its progressed over the ages. You've come far, for primordial ooze anyway."

He turned to gaze out of a nearby window, pushing the blinds aside slightly with a finger.

"Anyway," he went on, crossing his arms as he faced Andy once more. "How's your day been?"

The Laizu paused, the ghost of an amused grin on his lips.

"At least, I believe that is what your kind say to express miniscule amounts of curiosity towards each others personal lives."