Well, Lola found most people tall. This was really just her life. And even if he wasn't looming, the surprise did show when she turned around. Taking a step back as she processed the sudden additional person. And processed all the accessories, and the smell. His being drunk wasn't a problem exactly so long as he kept his distance.

But in spite of all this he seemed nice, so eventually relaxed. "Yes, I'm Lola, I was assigned to this ship."