Mikael and Marcel in “Unfinished Business”

Mikael

You're a lucky man. Men search the world over for a woman like her.

Marcel

Well, she's taken, friend.

Mikael

Oh, I can see that. It's just that she reminds me so much of my departed wife as a girl. See, I've been traveling for such a long time that it's a blessing to see a familiar soul so far from home.

Marcel

I'm sorry for your loss.

Mikael

Here's to old faces in new places. I've been in New Orleans for a day, and I find it to be quite surprising. Had I known of its charm and fascinating denizens, I would have come ages ago. Don't supposed I have to thank you for extending this invitation.

Marcel

Who are you ?

Mikael

Oh, you're a smart man. I think you know. I'm an intelligent man myself, so have a seat. Let me tell you what I learned about you this afternoon, Marcel Gerard. You chafe under the control of my son Niklaus and would do just about anything to get rid if him, even call the one man on this earth who hates him more than you do, but I couldn't understand what you hoped to gain. Rule of this city? Well, as I said, New Orleans has its charms, but to call me? The one they call 'The Destroyer', the one who's burnt cities far more charming to the ground in pursuit of his children? But now I see. You did it for love, the love of my daughter.

Marcel

Don't you dare touch her.

Mikael

Mm, so I'm going to make you a promise. I won't hurt Rebekah. Truth be told, she was always my favorite. And this city, you can have it, but first...you must tell me where to find my son.