Well, the way Drake had once acted would lead any one to the conclusion that Drake was a Kill or be killed sort, but Tab was open to the idea of people changing and being changed. in fact, he was open to many experiences. It came with becoming so old that most if not all of the people you once knew were dead and dust. The world was a playground for his type, so long as he didn't over do it.
"Oh we've all settled in well enough and you didn't do too much damage. If anything, you will find there are many men like you here now. They keep to themselves and don't bother too much. They make good security any way." Tab usually annoyed the stoic types, with his outlandish behavior. But Tab felt those types needed his help most of all! Obviously they lacked some flair and sparkle in their lives.