"A contractor? Didn't know the Nexus had one of those there, or I would've gone looking after the winter. Wouldn't mind if I had a word with him, if you know how I can get in touch. I've been working on expanding my business."

"Don't mind if I do." Palmer grins as he fetches some moonshine. "Your moonshine's the best in the Nexus. I picked out what's in that package myself - I think you'll like it." He'd selected the music for the mix personally. "'Course I thought of you. You're my employee, and my friend."

"I'm glad you're okay - I've got some good news. Blaze's back, in case you hadn't heard, and Pelsor let Ghost go like she said she would. She's still a nasty piece of work, and I don't forgive her for last winter, but I'll give her that she keeps her word. But let's talk about nicer things, huh?"