Basim had very little concern for which subjects were proper and which were not, he did paint nude models for a large potion of his youth, and would gladly point out that he was a lover, not a fighter. It was likely best, for the sake of Sakari's sense of decency, that the subject be changed. Bass was jolly and happy, hard to offend and that could make those who were more easily offended uneasy.
"Oh, well welcome to the city!" he offered with a warm grin. It quickly faded into a sincere look of concern however. "I am sorry you had such an unpleasant introduction to the city. That was my first earthquake, and I can't say I'd like to experience it again," he murmured with a sigh. "Were you shaken too terribly?" He questioned as he shifted his weight to lean against the back of the couch, setting his shopping bags down.