Alcohol as a start. Based on the response I've received, there is no shortage of enthusiasm for it. This is a peculiar town, but its needs are basic. And familiar. Needs of the sort the likes of those in our profession know how to fulfill. Today, it's alcohol. Tomorrow? I suppose we'll wait and see. But the pub is key. A pub is legitimate. No one needs look too closely.

[ He does have something else, but is he willing to share that knowledge? Not yet. Does he trust Alfie? Not a chance. ]

And your business here?