[ his nerves are still a bit on edge, but that soothing tone of voice helps, as does haru's calm demeanor. though lop's gaze still flickers nervously from place to place to check his surroundings, as if seeking out a threat, he doesn't look like he's planning on bolting immediately any more. ]

Ah ... um. It's a pleasure to meet you, Mr. Kure. [ introductions, he can do. the familiarity of exchanging names helps ground him a bit, and he awkwardly bows back. ] I'm Lop Underbrush. Once again, I'm very sorry for any injury I might have caused you.

[ deep inhale, deep exhale, hard swallow. he's steadily working himself calm, fighting back the fluctuating waves of panic, and lop takes the chance to look haru over. he seems ... normal. not the person in charge of this place, at least. then -- ] May I ask if ... you know where this is? You seem very calm about -- well. All of this.