 What can you conclude about Retief's character?
[Transcriber's Note: This etext was produced from Worlds of If Science Fiction, September 1962. "I assume you jest, Retief," Magnan said sadly. "The Bogans have launched no less than four military campaigns in the last two decades. "Breaking and entering," Retief said. "Our function is merely to bring them together. I'll leave him to you, Retief," Magnan said. "If I'd thought of that, I'd have worn my other suit," Retief said. Retief punched Miss Furkle's button. A tall broad man with bronze skin and gray hair, wearing tight trousers of heavy cloth, a loose shirt open at the neck and a short jacket, stepped into the room. He paused at sight of Retief, looked him over momentarily, then advanced and held out his hand. Retief dropped his hand and motioned to a chair. Lovenbroy's a nice place, Mr. Retief." "It sounds like it, Mr. Arapoulous. Blue-black sky, stars visible all day. Lots of skiing, bob-sledding, ice skating; and it's the season for woodworkers. Our furniture—" "I've seen some of your furniture," Retief said. Arapoulous puffed on his cigar, looked worriedly at Retief. "It sounds like I've been missing something," said Retief. Retief looked at the two squat bottles, one green, one amber, both dusty, with faded labels, and blackened corks secured by wire.
 He is firm but can be harsh.
 He is gullible and easily tricked.  He is firm but can be harsh.  He has a soft spot for few in his life.  He can greedy and demanding.