[If the slight adjustment he makes is any indication, that did help him locate her a little better. And yay, she was talking to him!]

Oh, no - I am quite alright, thank you. [He smiles, genuinely grateful. Getting himself back to the bar would be a pain now that there's more people in here.] It is nice to get out and hear some music and conversation, is it not? I have not left my home much these past few days.

[For probably obvious reasons. His smile quirks a little wryly.]

How have you been?