Linda
*Terrel could notice the slight shift in the man's words, more so from expression than the way he was acting. It was a common Elf trait to be able to read faces well enough, though it wasn't enough for him to determine what the sudden shift was for.*"What?"*He'd ask him.*"Outcast? Ran away? Kicked out and abandoned by your family?"*It seemed to be a more playful jab at him than a showing of actual concern. 

There were many people that tended to have issues with their family these days. Terrel's case was a little different in him deciding to leave, but he cared for them either way even in not knowing how they'd react upon finding out he was gone the next day. It had been over a year now though, so he doubted either of them really needed a search party at this point.*
Mary
"Great assumptions there, but not hitting the mark! Besides why should i tell a complete stranger about my family life Mr. I came into the forest looking like I'm about to cover up a murder?" *He retorted, though the words of family slightly stinging him he's not gonna lose to this, his pride won't allow him to falter so easily.* 

"You also didn't quite answer the question on why your here, i gave you mine though a little vague but it just seems fair that you should give out some reasons to be here too" *He said as curiosity overtook him, this guy seems interesting enough to talk to and at least Xylon's not gonna die at the hands of Terrel anytime soon, well we can't say for certain.*
Linda
"I'd assume the same reason why'd you tell a complete stranger about your day to day hobby of killing people as if it wouldn't come back to bite you later."*He'd say to answer the man's question.*"And that comes from experience..."*The last words were more uttered to himself, a short break in his playfulness to be replaced with a moment of recollection.*"But if you're curious Xylon, I'm just a traveler working to earn gold in whichever way I find most convenient. Which may or may not get in the way of most peoples's morales. I can see that wouldn't phase you though."

*With all his guesses being wrong, there was the last option of him being an orphan which would explain a good chunk to say the least. Maybe he was a street rat of sorts in the way he chose to dress like a raccoon or someone just trying to survive. It could be any of them, but Terrel wasn't going to play the long guessing game especially with wood elves. They were always strange in his eyes to say the least even from his youth.*
Mary
"Gold?" *At the mention of the shiny valuable object he saunters closer to Terrel with a glint in his eyes like a child finding a new toy to play with.*

 "And your a traveler?!" *He'd said bouncing on the tips of his toes* "Man I've always wanted to get outside of here and see what's out there! But I've never gotten the chance.." *He remembers to failed attempt to go outside of Ombu by hiding himself inside a merchants wagon, that didn't end well for him.*
Linda
*With the Raccoon's sudden excitement at his words, leading him to talk about how he's always wanted to leave Ombu, Terrel would quickly hold a hand up as if to silence him.*"No, absolutely not."*He'd say to Xylon, his words more stern than previously in the very thought of this happening again.*

"The last time I picked up a stray from Ombu it lead to me nearly getting burned alive. I think it's safe to say, that this forest is trying to get me killed with any chance it gets."*What he could have meant with those words, only those present would have known, but Terrel already knew what became of the young Elves that decided to tag along with him. It wasn't good to say the least and besides, he felt so out of place with them, that his own methods of going about life seemed like Blasphemy to most of them.*
Mary
"I didn't say i was gonna go with you on your traveling right?" *He deadpanned, though he does wonder what he meant about the last stray he adopted led him to be burned alive..*

"It sounds like you actually *Want* Me to go with you on your travels" *He chuckles at him*
Linda
"I'm a Silnari. I can see it in the way you're looking at me."*He'd say to him.*"And frankly it doesn't take just the mention of gold to allow you to leave the forest, only a general sense of direction which I'm sure you have."*He'd say to him, not giving in to the little joking jab at him. Whether this person was driven by money as much as he was or not, he doubted that he'd last long outside these woods with the mindset he had. Then again, what did Terrel know of his life? He seemed to get along just fine.*"If you want gold so much, then get a job. You're old enough for that, right?"
Mary
"Uh, a job?" *He pondered on that sentence, he's never one to try to get a job well more like he didn't have the qualifications for most jobs, eventually he just gave up after the 10th door slammed in his face and the barrage of people scowling and sneering at him.*

"Nah i don't need a job" *He said rather confidently* "And besides i can hold my own out here! I don't need someone looking after me all the time" *That's a lie he's been terribly lonely- and taking cover in his old slightly rundown home wasn't helping, and it was nice to finally talk to someone who wasn't gonna kill you or threaten the authorities on you, but he's getting too sappy for his own good he needs to man up.*
Linda
"That's usually where gold comes from."*He'd say.*"Unless you steal it of course, but I guess that would make thievery a job, hm?"*The Elf doubted some of the words he spoke, but he couldn't have much sympathy towards him. He found no use in taking someone along that would merely be a liability to him in the end. It was just a waste of his own time and money.*"But I'm sure this large forest has anything a person could want. Well for a Hunter anyways. If I recall though, Raccoons are typically scavengers, so I'd assume you'd be looking for the main Capitols out here."*He'd suggest.

Eventually he'd shift his gaze away from Xylon, turning as if he were looking to get ready to leave.*"The whole kingdom thing here was never my thing though. So if that's what you prefer, it shouldn't be a lot of walking for you."*The Elf would explain to him, silently trying to figure out himself just how much farther he had in the forest before he'd reach Mentia.*
Mary
"So your just gonna leave all mysterious like that?" *He said, he was a little disappointed about Terrel leaving and such, he's not attached to this guy what do you mean-*

"You know i think i should stick around you Mr. Pigman" *He blurted out not fully processing his words.*
Linda
*Terrel would glance back over at him in hearing him saying that he should stick around him. A light frown would appear on his face from where the mask didn't fully cover it, though it would soon fade to ensure a light laugh out of him.*"A raccoon and pig? I've never heard anything so ridiculous."*That was a lie of course. He's seen and heard of a lot of things on his travels, making this situation particularly mild in comparison.*"Besides what use are you to me? I go at my own pace well enough without someone robbing me dry in having an easy living."*His light tone faded away as he'd let out quiet exhale of air. He's had enough trouble with traveling companions as it was to see it better if he were to simply do his jobs on his own. Lots of people had problems in this world and they all seemed to pile onto him whenever he tried to do such a simple task.*
Mary
"Had a feeling you'd say that" *He quipped* "I could help with fighting people and sneaking around places where you won't get spotted, and i won't rob you! I swear by it, what kind of travel buddy would i be if i robbed a fellow buddy of mine? Besides you'd probably kill me and I'm not taking any chance's on becoming a corpse" *Xy didn't know why he wanted to be this guy's travel buddy so bad, but it just felt right for some reason beyond his knowing, though he has a feeling it'll be an adventure. A terrifying adventure probably but an adventure nonetheless.*
Linda
"A backstabber?"*He'd say in question with Xylon asking what kind of travel buddy he'd be if he robbed him.*"Something I've also had to deal with."*Terrel wasn't sure why he'd trust a random elf he's met again. He supposed it was wrong to assume all were the same, but Terrel didn't have the best of luck.*"You... Can fight?"*He'd ask him in a dubious tone as he looked at the weapon he held.*"With that piece of silverware you're more likely to become a corpse just going to half the places I visit if you're little slip ups don't get you caught first."*He'd say in referencing the noise that had made Terrel aware of Xylon in the first place.*
Mary
"Oh cmon have some faith ofc i can fight! I mean yeah this dagger can't compare to your sword but hey it's at least something rather than nothing right?" *He said hands animated as he talked, it's not the greatest weapon of all time but he's sure he won't get in a sticky situation involving him having to dodge many knives and or other weaponry.*

"And that little slip up was just one instant! It's probably gonna get me killed but i managed to dodge that so far" *A little mistake that almost costs his life if he didn't control his impulsivity, he's drawn to this guy and he's gonna try and learn why even if it meant he'll be getting more injuries than normal.*
Linda
*Terrel would look down at him with a lack of convincing.*"Stay in school kid. Better yet go learn magic and maybe you'd be able sustain your life for long enough to not ever have to worry about those people crossing your path. Who knows? Maybe it'll even make you a good fighter by the end of it."*It seemed like a good suggestion if any, considering magic was the route most Elves took. He didn't see why this would be any different for this aspiring adventurer. Everyone wanted to adventure, but not everyone was up to the task. Magic always made things easier, but Terrel chose to take the harder route in his travels.*
Mary
*Xylon scrunches his face ignoring the school comment* "Magic? Blegh you wouldn't caught me dead trying to use that" *He spat, rolling his eyes and crosses his arms. If magic didn't exist maybe he would've lived a far greater life but of course, life is always there to crush hopes and dreams.*
Linda
"An Elf, that doesn't want to learn magic?"*Terrel couldn't help the smirk appearing on his face.*"What, too hard to learn? Or did it manage to traumatize you enough to stay away from it?"*Half of it was his own experience. Magic was as dangerous as any other weapon in combat. However, he chose to use the sword instead, seeing just how far he could come without living under the Elven stereotype. Magic never helped him out much anyways. It's only ever made his life harder.*
Mary
*He frowned lightly, well he caught that quick much to Xy's dismay though Terrel sounds as if it came from experience which made him all the more curiouser.* 

"Maybe or maybe not! That last part sounds real specific though, I'm guessing *You* Got traumatized by magic and chose a sword instead of a staff?" *He asks, curiosity fueling half of his intentions as he walks around Terrel, he wasn't good at sitting still or in this situation he wasn't good at standing still.*
Linda
"Let me tell you."*He'd say to Xylon, taking a step towards him and leaning down ever so slightly to be at closer level with him.*"Everyone will say that magic makes lives so much easier. Well it doesn't. It never had for me and frankly, I have nothing to prove in trying to force it to. Everyone can use magic if they really wanted to. Maybe that's all the more reason that no one should."

*He'd stand back up to his full height, moving his hand to the hilt of his weapon, drawing out the large sword and holding it so that the tip touched the ground.*

"I have my own way of going about getting my tasks done. Maybe it's fortunate that you do too if you don't end up getting yourself killed in the process. That would simply dial back to nothing in your avoidance of the trait every Elf has."
Mary
"Well then maybe you could teach me how to fight, as you so put it I'm not exactly the best fighter as you put it, though i have a feeling you'll turn that down too" *He said, his persistence on joining Terrel on his travels hasn't faltered in the slightest, Xylon is dead set on learning more about this dude he met mere minutes ago and yet he still doesn't know why he'd want this, maybe it's the same experiences they've had or the fact they've sorta gotten along in a span of a few minutes.*

"We *Could* Make a deal, you help me with fighting and I'll help you on your travels for a while, then we'll go our separate ways." *He offers the deal, not the greatest offer he's made but hopefully id would work in his favour, his intentions are more so about Xylon wanting to learn more about this guy is all about, then again extra training won't be too bad he'd admit he's not the most experienced rogue in the world but he won't ever say that out loud, and maybe he'll find a new home to live in instead of just living under a roof that's just waiting to fall on his head if he's not careful.*
Linda
*Terrel would bring his sword back into its sheathe.*"Most things I've learned, I've done on the job."*He'd explain to him.*"It's something you come to understand as you go."*Terrel didn't see himself as much of a teacher, much less one to someone that was just as likely to get strung along into his trips. He claimed to be able to help, but maybe Terrel's faith in some had been driven out the window in him being given more issues than benefits from it. Still though, the kid didn't seem to let up despite it. He had spirit at least, whether or not that was a good thing had yet to be determined.*

"You really want to go with me on my trips?"*He'd eventually ask him, deciding to at least have him answer that question fully if not the others he had already asked previously. Terrel could accept never fully knowing about the lives of those he traveled with. Knowledge like that came with time. That or enough fighting for it anyways.*
Mary
"Yeah pretty much, wouldn't be asking if i didn't right?" *He replied eyes lighting up slightly and wide smile graced his face, Xylon was excited to see where this decision he made will lead him, probably to certain doom but he's up for the challenge.*

"So what's your answer Mr. Pig?" *His actions would come back to bite him in the ass one day, but he's not gonna let it catch up to him just yet, besides he still have a couple of people to make disappear for what they did. And this is the perfect opportunity to get more skilled and actually have a chance at reaching that goal, just hope he won't be sustaining too much injury or worse become a corpse in a matter of days.*
Linda
*He'd allow a half smile to appear on his face, more so lopsided in the thought that he was going to do something like this again. Terrel supposed he'll never learn at times, but that's what'll make the world more interesting by the end of the day.*"Then I'll offer you another deal on top of that."*He'd say, making his words come out more slowly to counteract Xylon's constant liveliness.*"I have some business I need to get done in Mentia, one that doesn't require a tag along, but one that'll ensure a chance to adventure further once I'm done with it. If you can survive here long enough until I return, then we can talk about that deal of yours."
Mary
"Ooh you drive a hard bargain there pigman!, I'll accept it." *He said with a small grin, he'll probably make it out alive in these woods if he stays relatively silent, he's probably gonna end up with a scar or two but if it meant he gets his way it'll be all worth it* 

"Does that mean we would be meeting here again after your business?" *He arches his brow as he asks, he'll question what business this guy works for but from his aura it probably involved murder and money which he didn't mind.*
Linda
"In exactly one month's time."*He'd say, glancing up towards the sky. Terrel could probably make his way to Mentia and back in that amount of time. They were relatively close anyways, so long as he kept the pace up. It appears that once again, he'd have to speed up for another.*"Exactly 30 days if you're able to track time at least."*Terrel would look back at Xylon.*"If you're not in this exact spot by the time I return..."*He'd begin, drawing a faint circle in the dirt within the space between them.*"Then consider it a deal over. A rogue Elf or not, consider this your first lesson of losing opportunity if you ever do end up wasting one's time."
Mary
"Wouldn't dream of letting that deal down" *His grin stretches from ear to ear* "But until then I'll see you in 30 days Mr. Terrell! I'll be awaiting your arrival." *He feigns a sophisticated accents and mocks a bow as he walks away slightly from Terrel, he'll probably have to find a way to track down the days and rob a few bakeries on the way, he'll make it to 30 days definitely! It's not like he hasn't tried sleeping in the forest at least once.*
Linda
*Terrel would let out an amused huff. At least the kid knew how to act over anything. It made him a good liar at best. With Xylon walking away, Terrel would turn away as well, only coming so far as the next tree down before looking back at him with at least one question left lingering in his mind in his own curiosity.*"By the way, if you could explain one thing to me. Why *Do* You hate magic so much?"*Maybe it was a more personal touch, but this was the first Terrel had ever found another disliking it just as much as him at times. It was, almost ironic.*
Mary
"Well since your dying to know, it's because i lost my parents to magic."

 *The stinging is back and it wasn't pleasant, the air got heavy as time ticked by, he really needs to stop feeling this way if he wanted a chance at living out here, he needed to be stronger if he wants to reach his goal and crying about his long dead parents won't help.* 

*He sighs and turns on his heels towards the trees* But that's a story for another day Mr. Pig, I'll be going now you can go back to what your doing" *He walks further into the forest before saying again* "See you in 30 days!" *Now completely disappearing into the greenery of the forest, out of sight and leaving nothing but soft footsteps in his wake.*
Linda
*So he was just an orphan living out here. The Elf should have suspected as much. Magic did come with faults, it wasn't always the blade that could take the life of others. Turning away from the vanishing Forest Elf, Terrel would continue his way down the path he was already on. 30 days until he needed to be back. He supposed he'd also have to start keeping track of the time that went by. It would be unfortunate of not holding his own end in not getting back on time to begin with. Hopefully the trip back won't be wasted, but that would also depend on what he can get done in Mentia. Only time will tell.*
Mary
It's a fair conclusion

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