Tammi
*Parma nods.* "My father owns a bakery in Rakmurse, and he's had his fair share of harassment from leeches looking to suck off his success. Still, with my mother being a known conflagrationist, many stores have had it worse than ours. Total cowards and wastes. It's a shame to hear the same dangers extend to the 'center of the known world'. Must be damn annoying. So, why have you returned? Miss the shadiness?"
Marvin
_Almann scratches his chin._

"It just so happens that I'm part of a guild here. I've been taking quests from them recently in hopes of building up my name further. People only know me as a blacksmith and a shop owner, I would like to be a known for more than just that. New Sunlight is a good way to build up one's legend. I specialize in several combat based magics and going on quests which let me utilize them allows for me to improve as a warrior."

_This was true. He plans on going on many quests for them in the future, the guild has been strangely quiet as of late. He didn't worry too much about that though. There were many rumors afoot about the rebirth of the vampire clans and vampirism and there was not a shred of doubt in his mind that there would be a new influx of undead elimination quests and cult suppression missions._
Tammi
*The Dezabian's eyes light up.* "That... That sounds like something I would be interested in. It would be a perfect way to perfect my spellcasting and a great opportunity to rub shoulders with other powerful mages. A bit of fame and glory along the way wouldn't be so bad either." She grins, "I feel like I'm asking all the questions here, and this is a big ask, but I'd kick myself one hundred and one nights if I didn't say anything: would you be willing to introduce me?"

*Parma clenched her reigns a little tighter. She had no idea what Almann even though of her. Did he find her annoying, asking so many questions when she lost the competition? Would he be willing to introduce her to the local New Sunlight chapter? Maybe if she won another competition? What could it be, a more straightforward display of magical prowess, a clashing of swords, a climb up a trecherous peak? An apple-bobbing contest? She was reluctant to take no for an answer, and eager to prove herself worthy.*
Marvin
_Almann scratches his chin. It would be good for him and also beneficial for her to introduce her to the people at New Sunlight. Perhaps she could get stronger and he could challenge her to a duel in the future as well. Parma seemed to be the more competitive type anyways._

"Sure. The guild is always looking for new members. By the way, questions are the foundations of conversation. Do not feel nosey or inept because you do not know your way around here. Those who are too prideful or embarrassed ask questions become unknowledgeable themselves. It's how you build connections and relationships here and other places."

_This was true, often the best conversations simple start off with introducing oneself and asking who the other person is. In order to begin to read a story you must turn the first page. That was Almann's experience anyways. He liked being nosey in other people's business, he also liked answering questions people asked._