Well, we'd better fix that! Can't explore a new world on an empty stomach.

[The kitchen was meticulously clean and in order. Part of it was just the habit of having done chores for a strict master for a good chunk of his life, but then there was the self-inflicted pressure of being the only grown-up in the house...

Once they had the groceries put away, Uendo turned back to face the newcomer and bowed. The formality of the gesture was in sharp contrast with the easy smile.]

Now then... Welcome home, such as it is. My name is Uendo -- Uendo Toneido.