John
*Shoila sat in tavern, counting profit from this month's selling from this tavern* 
432...433...
*This business is truly working out great here, people are buying this potion like crazy*
Jason
He had arrived in the city of Khalo after so many months, that his sudden visit was caused by his periodic purchase of materials necessary for his laboratory, as supplies were about to finish.
First of all, however, he stopped in a tavern to relax after the long journey, ordering good whiskey with ice to indulge himself.
Meanwhile, he looked around, noticing a rather peculiar person counting coins. It was not so much the action itself that caught his attention, but the appearance. He was sure he'd already heard of a certain girl, a fairy hunter, and the rumors of the alleys never lied.
He got up from his seat, approaching her, clearing his voice a little to announce his arrival.

《May I sit here?》 He asked calmly, pointing the empty chair with his gaze.
John
sure, whatever... *As he came closer, he could notice that Shoila wasnt using hands to count. She was using her air magic to move the coins from one side to another, counting* 452...453... *She continued*
Jason
He sat in the chair, curiously observing those small air movements that the girl was using to count the money. 
After that, he turned his attention back to her.

《Alexander Deroy, pleasure to meet you, Miss...?》 He always brought his education everywhere, certainly he could not appear so in front of a stranger without even showing up.
John
Shoila. *She said, coldly*
456...457...458! Done,
Jason
《So that's the name of the huntress the _markets_ are blabbing about.》 Obviously, by "Markets" He meant the illegal slums, but since they were in a tavern, he had to keep a certain discretion.

《Soon you'll have to count new coins.》
John
oh? Interesting... What are you looking for from me? You can buy the longevity potion at the bar here *I look at him curiously*
Jason
《I don't lack of longevity. I need something _raw_. Surely you have the skills to get them, as well as the attention of a potential customer. 》He flips a coin made of platinum through his fingers, his gaze piercing hers.
John
huh... Well, interesting offer... You want the wings then? *I hide the coins and look back at the Alexander* Alright, what do you have to offer
Jason
His lips curved in a smile for a few seconds, an unpleasant contrast to his cold eyes.

《You see, it's much more. I want them _alive_.》He said as he drank a sip of whiskey from his own glass.
John
oh? Now now, i hope you realise its MUCH easier to provide the dead ones... How much do you pay for one?
Jason
《How much do you usually pay for wings only? Question of curiosity.》 He stacked his legs under the table, tapping with a finger the surface of the glass.
He knew that his offer would be good enough, after all, the life of a fairy was valuable and its power miracolous for healing... Or hurting.
John
well... I charge around 60 gold coins for set of wings... I can lower the prize for businesses, but not much
Jason
《Make it five hundred.》He said all of a sudden with a decisive tone, making appear a leather bag of coin in front of her. He didn't need to move his lips or hands.

《They have lot of potential, miss Shoila. I never waste good resources.》
John
oh my my, slow down, you dont want me to sell you a scam, right? What kind of fairy are you even looking for?
Jason
《If you wanted to sell me a scam, I would notice, and we don't talk about what comes after. But you seem a honest huntress to me, that is why I offer the right price for such little lives.
I want a young fairy, the type will be up to you. Surprise me, miss Shoila.》
John
*I would sigh and take out with my foot a jar with fairy inside. Green wings, looks young and submissive* 
I got this one on hand. Young, depressed to the point of submission and most importantly - regrowable wings. Not many faries have them, i tell you that. If you want something more, it will cost more than 500.
Jason
He raised an eyebrow at the sight of that little fairy in the jar that the girl showed him. Despite the sadness surrounding the creature, its ability to regrow was quite interesting. 

《I knew I was talking to the right person. Let's make it eight hundred.》
John
well, sure. Some might say "Not to take first offer" But 800 is more than enought to convince me. Deal *I extend my wing*
Jason
《Glad to have this deal.》He said as he was extending his hand near her wing, taking it with a delicate and shake softly.
John
alright then. Pay up *I slide the jar closer to him, still holding it however*
Jason
The pocket of coins that appeared just before became slightly larger, containing gold necessary for the purchase.

《I am a man of word, after all.》
John
*Shoila with wind magic pushes pocket of coins closer and then lets go of the jar* If i may ask, what are you going to use the fairy for?
Jason
When he heard that question as he gently took the jar to lay inside of the bag, his gaze seemed to light up for a moment.

《Professional... Reasons. If you want to see up close, just look for my clinic in Celestia, in the undergrounds. Say my name to receive the right direction. Taverns have eyes and ears everywhere.》 However calm he was with words, he did not hesitate to give a sinister veil over his motives.

《Since you have a good eye for the goods you offer...》A black note materialized in front of both, an inscription was engraved on it.
_"Nullum magnum ingenium mixtura demientiae"_

《Say the formula when you want and a communication will open with me. If you find something interesting, don't hesitate.》
John
Alright, will do. Glad doing business with you *I take the card and hide it in my bag* Well, i might visit celestia before my expedition into the unknown... Maybe ill visit your clinic while im there.
Jason
《Expedition into the unknown?》He asked as he slowly started to drink what remained of his drink.
John
Well, there is the city apparently, just south of here. Its veiled in the storm. I am just interested in whatever wildlife might be there. I gotta prepare the best i can for it, so i might visit celestia for some magical goods i cant find in khalo.
Jason
He started to tip a finger under his chin, remembering from his books the mention of a mysterious city veiled in the storm. They said that there was a war happening in there, as two factions were in strong contrast: demons and angels.
That was the only location impossible to surpass normally, but he couldn't deny his eternal curiosity about it. 

《It is only described in old books, but impossible to reach, as they say. A dangerous journey I might add, but could be worth...
Is there a possibility to add a space for your new client?》
John
i suppose, seeing how even royal guards say i will just die the second i walk in there alone... And you seem reasonable person. And certainly know more about that storm from those fancy books. I did hear someone... I think their name was luke... Coming out of there, bruised, burnt, exhausted. So... In short ill take your offer. I might also look for one more to join us.
Jason
《Maybe we could gain informations from this Luke you mentioned, but there will be enough time to prepare ourselves. I will see if I can find a brave soul to join this madness. 
I work as an alchemist and artificer too, I could prepare the necessary for our weapons, besides the resources to not get killed instantly.
For now, I will be there in Khalo for five days before returning to Celestia.》As the last sip was remaining in the glass, he drank that in one shot.
He slowly stood up, mentioning a gesture of greeting with his head.

《We will meet again. I wish for a good hunt, miss Shoila.》

He started to walk towards the exit of the tavern, disappearing after.
Not only a good deal and a potential ally, but a chance of completing his studies, exploring what was denied for so long.
John
good luck with your experiments, Alexander. *I take a sip of my longevity potion and sit back, smiling after deal done and ally for the dumbest invasion there could be.*