"That must have been interesting." His tone's dry enough that it's probably impossible to tell whether he's trying to joke or being totally honest. "Earth has its share of corporations, but most of them don't own entire cities." He could think of a few that'd be very interested in Jorgmund's nanochains, though.

He takes her hand with a polite smile. It's a firm grip, a rough hand, but he won't waste time trying to be a He-Man and crush her hand in his. The shake's also simple. Two pumps and, unless she holds on, he's letting go. "Pleasure to meet you, Adora. Is it too early to ask how you're holding up in this mess?"