[Alucard settles down along side the spot Hector is clearing. He doesn't move to help, but that's only because Hector's notes doubtlessly have a specific order and he knows better than to disturb such an assemblage.]

Cesar. A very good name.

[So the dog gets one more scratch behind the ears, before the full of Alucard's attention settles on Hector.]

I've been on the road for a week. I expect to take that long to return which...am I incorrect in saying that you will be joining me?