Loken remembers the lasering too, and seems to have decided on a certain reserved politeness. "It would take a lot of alcohol to get me drunk, even with my oolitic kidney nonfunctional." He looks over the cookies, pins, and the make up.

"I appreciate a celebration of survival, though." He nods towards Greg. "Our fellow inmate over there explained the situation. I approve."

He will take and eat the cake, and says, "I am uncertain I need assistance, except maybe in understanding what all the flags mean. There are so many."