Siora paused, one foot already pointed toward the main street, when Danny’s chuckle echoed down the alley. There was something about it that made her turn back, curiosity tugging at the edges of her caution. His offer, casual as it was, hung in the air between them, tempting her with the promise of a drink and, perhaps, a glimpse into the world she was only beginning to navigate.
She looked him over, sizing him up once more, her eyes narrowing slightly as she caught the glint of challenge in his. It wasn’t lost on her that this was more than just an invitation for a drink - Danny was testing her, seeing if she’d rise to the occasion or back down. And Siora? She wasn’t one to back down easily, especially not when there was something to gain.
She stepped closer, her hand drifting from the hilt of her dagger to the strap of her lute, fingers brushing the worn wood. There was a spark in her eyes now, a hint of playfulness mixed with the wariness she hadn’t fully shaken off. Danny’s offer wasn’t just about the drink; it was a way to learn more about him, to see what kind of man he really was in a place like Kirkwall.
There was a challenge in her words now, mirroring his own. If the Hanged Man was truly the kind of place where she could blend in, then she’d use it to her advantage. She needed a spot to lay low, and if Danny was willing to cover her drinks, then she might as well make the most of the night.
With that, she started walking again, this time heading in the direction Danny had pointed out earlier. She didn’t look back, trusting that he’d follow, but she kept her senses alert, ready for anything. Siora had no illusions about the city or the man she was about to share a drink with, but if she was going to survive in Kirkwall, she’d need to take a few risks.
The night was still young, and if she played her cards right, she might come out of it with more than just a free drink. She might just find a way to carve out a place for herself in this dangerous, unpredictable city.
@Danny
She looked him over, sizing him up once more, her eyes narrowing slightly as she caught the glint of challenge in his. It wasn’t lost on her that this was more than just an invitation for a drink - Danny was testing her, seeing if she’d rise to the occasion or back down. And Siora? She wasn’t one to back down easily, especially not when there was something to gain.
Really showing your good side there, Danny,she replied, a teasing lilt in her voice.
Sure that's wise? What if I’m more trouble than I look?
She stepped closer, her hand drifting from the hilt of her dagger to the strap of her lute, fingers brushing the worn wood. There was a spark in her eyes now, a hint of playfulness mixed with the wariness she hadn’t fully shaken off. Danny’s offer wasn’t just about the drink; it was a way to learn more about him, to see what kind of man he really was in a place like Kirkwall.
Tell you what,she continued, her tone softening just a touch as she let her guard down, if only slightly.
Since you’re buying, I’ll sing more than one song then. If this place is as you say it is.
There was a challenge in her words now, mirroring his own. If the Hanged Man was truly the kind of place where she could blend in, then she’d use it to her advantage. She needed a spot to lay low, and if Danny was willing to cover her drinks, then she might as well make the most of the night.
And who knows?she added with a sly smile,
Maybe I’ll even teach you a thing or two about holding your liquor.
With that, she started walking again, this time heading in the direction Danny had pointed out earlier. She didn’t look back, trusting that he’d follow, but she kept her senses alert, ready for anything. Siora had no illusions about the city or the man she was about to share a drink with, but if she was going to survive in Kirkwall, she’d need to take a few risks.
The night was still young, and if she played her cards right, she might come out of it with more than just a free drink. She might just find a way to carve out a place for herself in this dangerous, unpredictable city.
@Danny
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