"It is a bit greedy, I freely admit," Merlan said, scrunching her nose a bit. "But being prepared is never an easy task."

She leaned forward a little bit, her hazel eyes warm and bright with anticipation. Perhaps, too, there was a touch of chaos there, too. Just a touch.

"I agree. I'll have so much to learn, after all." How could she not like him? He was clearly a kindred spirit. "My name is Merlan, it's absolutely lovely to meet you."

Did he do handshaking? Not everyone did. The grinning was a thing though.