Well, that kind of settled it a little. And there was no stabbing. Stabbings were at least seventy percent more likely to occur in a tavern, in Minsc's experience, so he kept on the ready, giving a nod that was just a bit too quick.

"Hullo, Lady Dani! How are you this evening? I am very well, thank you." The fact that that whole blurt was entirely devoid of Minsc-esque emphasis was a good indication that he put a lot of thought into it, even if the pacing didn't seem to be a consideration at all. It came out in just three breaths. "And I have not had a need to repair any armour, either, so that is probably also good."