“Such attention.. I never realised I was so popular.”
〝 well , it's certainly the first i'm hearing of it .〝 her self - proclaimed ‘ popularity ’ , that is . with a slight adjustment to his eyewear and the straightening of his coat , he clears his throat with steady intent . 〝 i'm not here to exchange pleasantries , if that's what you were thinking . or anything of the sort , for that matter .〝
his eyes meet hers , his jade irises growing dark with seriousness and somber memory ; it harnesses a bitter craving for information , but also the looming fear of its truth . 〝 the church of selûne once closely monitored a particular thieves guild , and i have garnered interest in the research of them .〝 he gives pause , something sinister stirs in his chest , just barely noticeable in the channels of his speech . 〝 though , considering the path you walk is a more recent development , i don't suppose you have much knowledge in the information i seek .〝
he taps the foot of a nearby log with the heel of his shoe , as if directing himself in which direction to sit without turning his head and risking disorder , and sit , he does . whether or not she will entertain such a conversation eludes him , but it has been some time since he's allowed himself the company of anyone . let alone , a travel companion .