[ Not bad is probably as much as can be expected. Rafa turns back to the bottles, seeking a better alternative. The city had produced these drinks; perhaps it will learn with their preferences. His smile turns wry at Declan's question, since after all, why are any of them here. ]

Oh, the usual. I needed a drink. I miss the company, and of course there is the small matter of the imminent destruction of my kingdom and all I know and love.

[ A pause. ]

The rest of the world as well, I suppose. And you?