[ alucard sprawls a bit, tipping his head back to stare at the ceiling. things are more complicated now than ever, but at least he didn't manage to kill her.

he drops a hand to rest at her knee, a grounding gesture and little else. ]

It may be best to leave the place closed a few days while you stay here. I'll take care of finances while you're not working.

[ when she mentions the authorities intervened, he nods. ]

Either he escaped or he's rotting in jail. I'll go check tomorrow or the next day. As for you, I want you to remain armed at all times. He's a regenerator, but shooting him enough will slow him enough for you to get away.