[What that statement earns Shinpachi, is a fist to his head, for Sano's trouble.]

You are impossible!

[But he's still grinning from ear to ear, arms still around Shinpachi, surveying his best friend for the first time in years, trying to pick out the minor details where Shinpachi's changed. They are tiny, his friend still the same, wonderful self, that Sano bonded with so easily, years ago.]

That depends on whether you'll join me for a drink.

[He says with a wink and reoccupies his seat at the bar, gesturing Rosmerta for one refil and one more glass.]

Just don't put it on my tab! I have no interest in going bankrupt!

[THat said he turns back to Shinpachi, broad smile splitting his face.]

So. Care to explain why you're here and not across the world?