John stopped in his tracks. He knew he should have just went it alone. Not bothered to make any announcements and just did what needed to be done. That's what he would have done over a year ago. No asking permission, no trying to make friends along the way. He would have investigated and then dealt with the situation as he saw fit. Had he gone soft? Was it the Legends that had made him softer or the station? Maybe both.
"You have two minutes to change my mind. Make this worth my time" John stated firmly. He hadn't moved out from behind the bar but he was ready to go at any moment. He took a cigarette from the pack and lit it, pocketing everything else he didn't need. "And pour us a decent drink" he added, nudging his glass towards Blank.