"Sorry," he says. "Didn't mean to startle you." Only now does he consider his appearance and the effect it might have. She seems to be taking it pretty well, so he doesn't mind that she's trying to get his measure, or the babbling.

"I think it's nice, yeah. Reminds me of a few places I've had way too many drinks in over the years." He has, however, managed to stay sober so far tonight. "Name's Hellboy."