Without the usual concealment of his helmet and the added tensions of daily operation, Ryu seemed kind and unsuspecting as far as terrorists were concerned. As a trained reaction, he returned the bow and allowed a smile for the purpose of greeting the woman that had just introduced herself. "We're grateful for the invitation sister. As for refreshment I believe we're fine. Pardon me for asking, but do I hear arguing?" The smoothness in which he handled that small-talk might have come as a surprise to Saitou, but then again idle chatter wasn't the same as diplomatic entreaties in an informal environment. In stark contrast, his choice of protection in the event of aggression were concealed within his boots and reserved for use only if deemed absolutely necessary.