What can he say. He is old, and he was distracted, and this is the price he pays for such things. Delving into human life. He's much better as a business owner than he is as an average citizen.

He turns a smile to the waitress himself, bowing his head at her in turn. "Et voila," he continues. "Thank you for your hospitality, I will make sure to repay it in kind." At least when he stands the stiffness in the movement is not completely faked. The skin beneath the wet cloth is sensitive, so freshly healed. It is...uncomfortable.

He takes a step towards the other vampire, offering him a privately knowing smile as he speaks up to request, "Lead on, mon ami."