S-She, uh, wasn't exactly a friend per say, but. Not exactly an enemy either?? So, yeah. ... Look, it's a long story. Don't worry about your mom, kiddo. Let's just agree that guy with the crystal is a serious assh-- er, "jerk" and leave it at that.

Oh man, I totally forgot about that too - I'd totally be up for that. He's a pretty social guy, and he'd be keeping tabs on anything he'd think is worth his attention. Like potentially important meetings. (And regular meet-ups that come with free food. That's important too.) Let's do this!