[ Steve tries to speak up to indicate that Jaskier really doesn't need to go to the trouble of standing like that, but there's not much space to say anything as he's greeted. Ultimately, it's fine, and he's quick to take a seat once the gesture is made.

Between the hat, the demeanor, and that polite gentlemanly nature, Jaskier is the picture of a well-to-do man from a time even before Steve was born. There's already food and drinks on hand, every T crossed and I dotted. Steve grabs for one of the sandwiches first, then nods to Jaskier. ] Thanks. You didn't have to go to all this trouble.

[ The sandwiches are tasty, as he discovers as soon as he takes a bite. As Jaskier gives context for his status as a Summoned, Steve realizes that he must have arrived here around the same time as Sam. That would explain how he's had a chance to make a name for himself within the city as well. ]

Then you were here when they were throwing people behind bars? [ He reaches out for a tankard of ale and gives it a testing sip. ] Someone named Julie also contacted me privately. I think she may have warned me about the same person you mentioned in your message. Goro?

[ Steve met him briefly back at the outpost. The guy isn't exactly subtle. ]