Continued from here. | @taichxu
When the bard had joined this traveling opera, she knew when visiting Snezhnaya it would be inevitable she would cross paths with members of the Fatui. As long as she didn't cause trouble, they would likely leave her be. At home, Emma was openly distrustful of the organization and what they have done, but even she knew when to keep her mouth shut.
She had wondered if any high-profile members would come to this performance; Zapolyarny Palace was looming in the distance. Her shock (as well as the others performing with her) was apparent as they were told that the Harbingers of the Fatui would be in attendance. When it came to performing, Emma didn't often let herself be rattled, but a bead of nervousness settled in her gut at those words.
What intrigued her the most about the Harbingers' attendance was Il Capitano. He had a rare reputation of chivalry and justness among the Fatui, with even Varka of the Ordo Favonius speaking highly of him. Though, she wondered why he was still wearing his helmet... Wasn't that uncomfortable?
Soon it was time for the performance, and she wouldn't let her anxiety show unless it was on the script. The story was mostly heartwarming; a tale about a dragon given human form so she could find love. Emma, as the lead, sang her woes as the dragon looking for affection, and the use of her Vision only amplified the feeling to the audience that she wasn't human.
While she wasn't a very skilled fighter, she knew how to use her flames for show, and it looked like she was blowing fire from her mouth. It was enough to send wisps of warmth through the theater, but not enough to burn anyone or anything. At one point, Emma's character blew a kiss toward her love interest, the flames curling into a heart and sweeping through the theater.
All the while, the woman's eyes drifted toward the Captain. Did he like it? Was the performance good? With the helmet she had no idea.
When the show ended and applause was given, it was her time to mingle with the audience. She held a flute of dandelion wine in her hand, keeping her nerves down while she mingled with the Fatui. Emma couldn't help but feel she was in the lion's den, wondering if violence were to erupt, would she be defended or collateral?
The illustrious Il Capitano approached her, and it took everything she had to not balk in surprise. She tried to keep it cool, sipping at her wine once more. "I appreciate the praise, my lord. I give my all in everything I do, and tonight's performance was no exception."