[Faceman]

Well I went to the Slums to hear what new offer my friend Gaelan had for me. So I thought it would be nice if I solved Hendak's slave quest on the way. Took out the slavers (acquired Lilarcor on the way) and returned to report my success. But Hendak had disappeared!! Only Bernard was there warning Jaheira about crossing the Harpers. Some other CC visitors/regulars but no Hendak.
Is he off duty? Will he be back later?
Did this happen to anyone before and how did you solve it?
I already tried reloading before entering the CC and exiting-reentering. No clues from anybody, they all act as if Hendak was standing right behind me.