"Well, I figured there was no better way to start a meeting than a pastie, and I don't think I'm wrong," he said with a grin. He moved towards her, and without thinking, enveloped her in his burly arms in a bear hug that was much less dignified than it was enthusiastic. "Katie, Katie...I don't care if the Harpies had way too good of a season, you're always a sight for sore eyes."