[Billy accepts the glass and sits down on the sofa, getting the distinct feeling that his very presence was making a mess. He motions for West to join him before tucking his legs up underneath him. Feet on the sofa is actually a deliberate decision on his part because damn it the room needs a bit of mess!]

So this was where you lived? In England?

[He pauses, glancing at West curiously.]

How come the Admiral didn't start you off here?