[It's clear K9 has missed the other. He is quite contented, very good boy!]

Well, born is a strong word but I know what you mean.

Really? I didn't think you could go backwards. [He's thankful to talk about the hotel though.]

Things are okay, been mostly working. Been investigating this place, people from all over. Few familiar faces and apparently re-familiar. K9s has done some scans if you want them.