Benjamin
At first, Gum was incredibly hesitant as Cullen squatted and offered her some of his food. He was still blocking off the alley's exit, after all. But something about his stance and his voice were disarming. It was rare she received handouts, especially from an individual she had stolen from. However, with her stomach letting out a growl, the choice became a bit clearer.

Slowly and shakily, she began to approach, squinting her eyes and shying away as if prepared to take a hit and bolt at any second. Her focus jumped between Cullen himself and the food he held, her instincts going haywire in trying to decide what to do.

And then, she was close enough, stopping in place and reaching for the piece of meat. Towards the end, she quickly moved her hand to swipe it before leaping backwards to the coin pouch. She accidentally gave it a small kick, and her pupils dilated slightly as the coins jingled against each other.

With the food taken from Cullen, she began to eat rather messily, taking large open-mouthed bites. Her guard was let down a little, Gum looking to the pouch and giving it the occasional tap with her foot. However, she still gave Cullen the occasional glance to ensure he wasn't advancing, and to see if he had any more food to offer.
Jacqueline
Cullen didn't move a muscle as she came closer, he just watched her and studied her. First he checked her eyes, he checked for malice and evil and found none of the sort. He saw in there just a girl that was scared and starving- and it broke his heart. How could something like this still exist in the Eternal City? It was the seat of power and yet still there were those who fought for scraps. Did that mean there were people like that in Velaris? If there was- he *Needed* To get strong to make it right. The only way to do that was to succeed here, but if he couldn't help this one girl who was he to help a nation? 

"You want some more? It's okay, here have some." He said, sitting down now against the wall. She'd gotten food from him and had more- which meant that she might not run away. He was going to risk it, he didn't like making her feel scared. The way was open as he sat with his back to the stones of the alley, and he put down another piece of meat within arms length of him. He also reached into his pack and pulled out a waterskin, setting it down for her with the cap off so she could drink. 

He made a gesture, miming the action of eating and drinking and then pointed at her with a warm smile. Cullen was so curious about this goblin girl that his entire days plans had vanished from his mind.
Benjamin
It didn't take long for Gum to finish her food and notice Cullen setting down more. She took a few more confident steps forward to grab the meat before slinking back a couple of paces. Though she wasn't comfortable eating right next to him she didn't dart back to the coin pouch either, sitting down to eat nearby. With Cullen not holding the food himself, and no longer blocking the exit, Gum's shaking had mostly stopped.

Once finished with her piece of meat, she looked to Cullen while approaching the water skin. She didn't hesitate as before, only taking a brief moment before actually picking up the container. With that, she took a seat right in front of him with her feet put together and brought it up to her lips. She held the water skin up to her mouth for quite some time, chewing on the spot where the cap had been while she drank. By the time she finally put it down, she was almost out of breath. Seemed she had forgotten to breathe while drinking, wanting to get it all down as fast as possible just in case.

With her stomach full, Gum rubbed her eyes and got to her feet. In a more casual manner, she walked back to the coin pouch and picked it up with her mouth, approaching Cullen and simply staring. After a few moments, she thrashed her head around, making the coins jingle. Of course, her teeth were tearing up the top of the poor pouch, but that didn't stop her from giving it a few more shakes, pausing between each one to look at Cullen.
Jacqueline
Cullen watched her with intent curiosity as she ate and drank- she really was more like a dog than a person. What confused him was how she had turned out this way, if she'd grown up in a goblin barrow on the edges of civilization that would be understandable- some goblins were as clever and wonderful as people and others from the wild lands were feral, dangerous and bloodthirsty killers. This one fit neither, she was like a puppy that had been kicked one too many times. 

"Do you know how to spend money? Or do you just like how shiny it is?" He asked, unsure if she'd understand. Cullen didn't break eye contact with her, letting her get a look at him closely. His eyes were full of concern, kind eyes that held just a hint of a never fading weariness. After a moment of looking at her, he extended his hand out very slowly towards her to see if she'd let him pat her head. It felt a little silly to pet her like a dog but, she really did act like one. 

"It's okay, really. I just want to understand." Cullen continued to speak softly, unsure of how she might react. Surely she would bolt any second now and it would all be over.
Benjamin
Gum tilted her head as Cullen asked his question. However, her curiosity faded quickly when she realized he was looking straight at her. Despite the gentle expression he wore, it still made Gum feel threatened enough to get to her feet. Like an animal, the prolonged eye contact made her wary since it was usually a bad sign.

And good thing too, as Cullen proceeded to reach his hand out toward her. Gum took a few moments to notice what was happening, but acted quickly once she pieced it together. She scurried to the mouth of the alley, pouch of coins jingling as she held it firmly in her mouth.

But before she left, she stopped and turned to face Cullen, sitting on the ground and gently setting the coin pouch down. For a moment, it might have seemed as if she was giving it back. That was, until she let out a big yawn, picked up the pouch, and darted away down the streets. She knew a safe place to keep her newly acquired shinies secure while she rested. Plus, there was someone she imagined would like to see them.