William walked over, leaning casually yet gentlemanly against the bar and tossed a gold coin with a flourish, "Two glasses of Gimlim."
The amount he gave far exceeded the price of the drinks—it included a generous tip for the bartender as well as an extra fee for cutting the line.
This was the way young gentlemen often flaunted their wealth and manners.
The bartender took the money and quickly served up the two glasses of drinks.
William handed one to Sophia Jones.
Then, he raised his glass and with a tone as if talking to an old acquaintance, he asked, "Oh, Captain Johnson, what a coincidence to meet you here again."
Sophia had her own drink, so she didn't touch the Gimlim, lifting her drink instead and responding politely with a "Hmm."
She wasn't wearing her helmet because she was drinking.
Her hair was carelessly tied up, and a coarse linen shawl was wrapped around her neck, covering most of her face.