Jake was disappointed it had rained. He'd heard of Lan Bao's beautiful gardens, and it had been since Charon that he'd seen good nature. He was an urban creature at heart, but had an appreciation for living, natural things. He'd brought his own umbrella, black of course, but had also worn a heavy wool jacket with a faux-fur collar and hood. It was a size too big, and ate his small frame, but looked good despite the terrible weather. He hadn't bothered to do his hair because of the weather, and so it was slightly untidy on his head as he politely declined Qui Min's umbrella, and following her with a warm look to the tea house. When she bowed, he nodded his thanks and went through the door.
This was a meeting Jake had wanted for some time, and so he was intrigued when the dragon of Chinatown had summoned him. He took off his oversize jumper to reveal a simple black button up, with black jeans. It was Black Prince light, and he was glad he hadn't gone for the full suit. The blood ring sat on his right index finger. As Jake first looked upon the leader, he found her regal indeed, and while he didn't think she would be ugly to look at, he wasn't prepared for how beautiful she was. He made no attempt to speak her language, and had brought her no gifts. He bowed though, and began the conversation.
"Thank you for inviting me into your territory and home," he said. He didn't offer his name. She already knew it.
"I'll have to return on a night when I can properly see your gardens, if you'll have me of course."
He was going for politeness mostly, but didn't mind showing a bit of true warmth as he let her form her first impression. He'd chosen to use the word territory strategically, and he wondered if she'd notice.