"Ha, and here I thought all Nameless were welcoming. Where have you been hiding, friend?"
Taking in the other's appearance, Aventurine couldn't help but stare longer than intended. A look of confusion managed to slip passed his poker face.
"This... is the first time meeting, correct?"
" Officially, yeah. " Inara knew they wouldn't be able to hide their distinguishing features from the other forever, so it was better to just rip the band aid off now. If Aventurine was going to visit the Express more frequently, their paths would cross more.
" No need for you to introduce yourself, Aventurine- the star Avgin that made a name for himself across the galaxy. " They had just popped out of their cabin to get some non-Himeko coffee, and were still intending on doing so. Synthesizing two cups, Inara placed one down for the IPC manager before seating across from him- making no move to conceal their face or eyes.
" Just call me Inara. " A sip to their cup, purple eyes lingering a gaze toward Aventurine.