[voice/private]
What they were after? [Yeah he's curious and concerned. This kinda sounds familiar...but he doesn't want to jump to conclusions.]
Lacus, I don't exactly take kindly to people hurtin' my friends, especially if they're my employee's. I'd like t'know who did this cause they ain't gonna be welcome in my bar.
[He's thinking of risks here and her protection or comfort. Merlotte's has been a safe place, a place to remind people of home so they can relax. He doesn't want that to change for anyone. It needs to be safe for his employee's too.
Of course, he has no idea what he's saying or that he may have to choose between his friends if he wants to keep that promise.]