Unused to such a direct approach, Khalar is momentarily given pause, before finding some semblance of good manners. "Ah, thank you for your welcome. I'm afraid no such goals bring me to your fair city, but rather a bid for apprenticeship." He pauses to consider his next question. "You look to be a well connected sort. Would you mind pointing me towards anywhere with clean beds and decent food? The trip on the boat was both cramped and...odorous."