That was... oddly relieving. Again Clarus reminded himself that what Regis did was his own business, but also... having his childhood best friend flirt with his son sounded awkward. Best to avoid it altogether.

"Finish your drink," was his only response, but Regis would recognize it as an invitation to come along. He wanted to break that mask off his face, and this wasn't the place to do it. Maybe it wasn't the time either, but he had less discretion and judgment right now with the booze flowing in his blood.