"Ah yes, don't fret too much. If he arrived here I'm certain we will cross paths eventually." Degas manages a restrained smile.

"In the meanwhile you should consider your own arrangements. You're most welcome to stay at the Oak and Iron until you find your feet. Or perhaps a job may interest you. We certainly have need of every skill one could think of, as you may imagine. If there's anything I can do to assist I would be most happy to provide."