In the lounge of the Order Bureau's Field Operations Department, Geoffrey sat between Bologue and Palmer, the three of them being the only ones in the room. Yas had left earlier due to work, and Ivan, not wanting to face Palmer, disappeared upon learning of his return.
Their uncle-nephew relationship was extremely strained, noticeable from various aspects.
"Bologue, this is Palmer Clarks," Geoffrey introduced, "and then, Palmer, this is..."
"Bologue Lazarus! I've heard so much about you!"
Not waiting for Geoffrey to complete the introduction, Palmer grabbed Bologue's hand and shook it vigorously, brimming with enthusiasm like an exuberant dog.
"You... you two know each other?"
This enthusiasm left Geoffrey somewhat perplexed.
"No, we just met today, but that doesn't stop us from forming a deep revolutionary friendship!"
Palmer spoke with a serious face, as if he and Bologue were long-time friends.
