Darlene
*Celaena nods to Elowen, agreeing with her.* "Y... Yes... Let's be on our way... " *She then stops to think for a moment.* "Had we decided on *Where* We're going yet...?"
Richard
The man gives her a nod and a wave. What a kind person! Someone who isn't afraid of expressing his feelings. Maybe it comes with age and maturity. Once they're outside again, they see that the crowd is a bigger than it was beforehand. It refuses to stop increasing in size. Leon takes their hands again as they bunch together. Elowen asks about his sword which he responds with: "Let me get back to you." He could simply say 'I'm going to kill things with it eventually.' but that might be a bit too dark. He leads them through the crowd, feeling less uncomfortable than he did earlier. He nods to his companions and answers their questions "We'll go back to my shop and rest up. Then we'll start travelling." After about 10 minutes, they escape the cramped and likely dangerous market place area. They're now walking past taverns, houses, and small shops, which has a lot less people. He's released their hands at this point. He looks at Celaena and Elowen saying "Regarding my sword, it'll be used for defensive purposes mostly. I'd really appreciate it if you two could teach me some fundamental techniques and tricks. I'll practice them tonight."
Maria
She nodded to his answer, her hand being taken as he practically pulled her through the city. At this point they were at the shops, yes. A bunch of shops stood there, a large building in the distance named... The Oriate... Couldn't make out the rest of the words. Elowen was interested, but ignored it for the sake of her companions. As he released her hand, she slowed her pace, ending up behind the two. She still kept up, but she felt safer that there was someone protecting the rear. Y'know, like the rear guard! 

She still gripped her sword. Even in the mot peaceful of areas, there is still danger. She isn't really ever at ease is she? Makes sense... She probably has a bounty on her from the underworld for being such a pain in their arsch. She nodded, to his later speech about his sword and that stuff

"I'll be up to teach you some of my skills. I don't sleep much." 

She said, deciding that she just wanted to walk up a bit closer. No point sticking behind them. At this point, it was just a deformed line, as they walked through the village to the cottage! Yay!
Darlene
*Celaena follows along, mostly remaining quiet.*
Richard
The sky dims to an orangey color with burning clouds. Only a few people are outdoors, talking or making trades in front of their homes/shops. Time moves quickly when you're travelling and shopping. Leon notices this quickly since he's usually up for ours standing at his shop. He's practically had an internal clock up to this point. He feels the two of them close by. This group gained trust and respect in each other rather quickly. That makes him happy though! It's nice to make quick friends because the relationship can only grow. They finally make it to his shop. He takes his key out his pocket, the same strangely designed one, and unlocks the door for them. He holds it for them until they enter. His fingers slide his quiver off and he takes his sword out of it. "Be sure to get comfortable. It might be a cold night tonight." He stays, placing the weapon in his counter. He hangs his quiver on it's original hook. He looks at Elowen with a smile "And don't fall asleep before showing me at least one technique." Leon steps to the door. "I'll go buy a few more fruits from across the street."
Maria
The girl watched the sun set. They sky going from a majestic light blue to a softer orange, the clouds even looking pink at times. They sky looked as if it was burning, which gave Elowen that drive to smile. She could never get sick of the sunset. It's been 20 years, Elowen seeing the sunset in her tiny shack in the forest of Mentia, where she lived with her Late family and their farm. She has also seen the sunset in other places too! She saw the sunsets from the bustling villages and cities of the Einerfin territory, and from the high mountain and cliff sides of the small Eísauen Traditional Lands. She has been everywhere and seen the same sight hundreds, if not thousands of times before. Elowen simply just loves sunsets. It's something she couldn't choose to leave for anything else. Plus, why would she leave something that has always been with her for her whole life? Not one person decided that they wanted to be with her for their life. This fact made her sad. The fact that her new friends would eventually leave her. She decided that she will make the most of what she has now. It was stupid to decide that she will be alone for the rest of her life because they wont stay with her. Plus, that would be a sad life! What kind of mad person would live their life in solitude and despair as everyone else lived their lives, finding love, raising a family, and overall being productive. She didn't want to become one of those people. She wanted to find her person and she wanted them to be the right person for her. But alas, she felt as if she shouldn't find this person. She would end up accidentally getting them killed you see? Her job is dangerous, being an investigator and monster hunter. If anything, she was also being hunted, not only by monsters, but by the people that walk around. The underground is everywhere. They have a hold on almost every aspect of life. Honestly, she doesn't care if she gets put out of business. She just wants evil to go away.

Anyways, as they entered the shop, she slid off her excess stuff, which includes her swords, bugle, and cloak. She honestly didn't need those as life was safe in his shop. Since she heard him talk about getting fruit, she practically hopped on spot. She loves fruit and Leon should know that. She approached him with the intent on getting some tasty fruit. Her pace seemed like a good balance between eagerness and pure unadulterated excitement. It was like Ms Mature Elowen was going back to being a kid by the amount of times she eats fruit. She seemed like she wanted to join him in his journeys to receive fruit. Plus, who would hate such a sweet, plump, crunchy thing? It's the best thing in the world... In her opinion. Her opinion matters to her okay? It's her... She matters to herself. Anyways, she clapped her hands together, practically staring straight into his eyes with her jewel like purple eyes. 

"Can I join you? I still have energy in my body and would like to burn that off. I wouldn't be able to sleep with this furnace in me"

She said, practically implying that she will not sleep if she doesn't get to go to buy fruit. Fruit was a necessity for her, and she was adamant with getting her way. Plus, what harm could it bring? Greater protection always comes in numbers. That and Elowen and Leon could talk more about well... Sword usage! It was something she was extremely proficient in, except for languages. Languages were something she was really good at too. Maybe she should teach the two how to speak some of the languages she knows. It would be a good idea innit? Having another language to speak just in case speaking in English could get you in big big trouble! Should be simple enough right? Eísauen only took her 2 months to learn, being so close grammatically and pronunciation wise to English. In fact, it is generally believed the two coexisted side by side! Definitely Explains their counting and their common word for Cart... Being Caírr.
Richard
Leon is aware of her love for fruit. He remembered her reaction when he offered her earlier that day. However, he didn't know that she'd be so eager to join him in purchasing some. He thought that he'd bring them some back and give her the bowl first so she can pick for herself. He doesn't mind though. More people does indeed mean more protection, especially at this time of night, even if the shop is a mere 70 feet away. He gives her a nod and says "Of course you can, love." His smile grows brighter as she gives her illustration about the burning furnace. "Didn't know you loved fruit *This* Much. I'll keep it in mind." He states. "Give me a moment though. Let me grab some more cash. Don't worry about paying for yours or Celaena's." He walks up the short staircase in the shop, stepping left into his room. He closes it behind him and undresses, changing into clean pants and into his new woolen sweater. The pants than he decides to wear are dark, which matches his sweater appropriately. He slides a small gold and black chest out from under his bed. It's brimming with various different items. For instance, almost 200 silver, extra pieces of his older garments, business endeavors and some annotations with Mentian on it. His first language of course. He's fluent in Sebduian and can understand Silnarian. He takes about 40 silver and one of the notes, sliding it into his lower garment's pocket. He then exits his room, rather quietly and walks downstairs. He meets the group again, if they didn't follow him, and says "One rule. Don't get mugged." He chuckles as he opens the door.

Once they're on their way, he scans the area carefully. He might be joking but the last thing he'd want to see is for his new redhead friend to get hurt. Undoubtedly, the girl can handle herself, but he hasn't seen her in action yet. "Regarding our travelling, I don't want us to go somewhere rather... Dangerous. But I also don't want to put you out of business. Granted, I'm unaware of exactly how your occupation works, but journeying to an area with possible assorted creatures might be useful to you. I was thinking the Fexaw Desert. We could travel to Betopla and through Hombaxia to get there." He states. "I'd like to visit Dezabia, but I don't know Dezabian." He chuckles. "I wouldn't be surprised if you did though. What do you think?" Certainly, he'll run this by Celaena as well. The gang enters the small fruit shop. Two people are already inside. They look like shady people. In fact, their design implies secrecy and devious arrangements. Leon glances at the men before stepping to the counter. He asks for fruits he wants then allows Elowen to choose the next few. (Then Celaena if she followed). The owner hands them the fresh produce and Leon pays for it. (Whatever they bought, write it in parentheses for me too add up please.) The figures now stand by the door, almost blocking it off. Was this organized or something? He almost wishes he went alone so he could deal with this alone. He steps to the door, to which they respond by moving closer to it as well.
Maria
The girl stood there, waiting for his answer. She honestly didn't know if she was being too creepy about the fruit. Yes, she loves fruit, but did she really need to go to this extent to go for some fruit hunting? Popular answer for this fruit loving redhead is yes. She definitely needed to go on this journey for the fruit. It was absolutely necessary for her character to go out with a friend for fruits! She smiled at him, her smile glowing like the goddamn sun. Her lips were pretty pink... They looked soft and smooth. She almost felt like... She was a family member to the two. Was it because of her friendly personality? Was she just so relatable that she felt like you grew up with her? Or was it the perk that just makes her feel like a family member to anyone in a 30ft radius. It was the latter. But shush! She still could feel like family without that perk. You see, she sometimes can feel like your sister. She has that way of getting into someone and becoming close close friends with them. It was something she did, mostly because she was a lonely person, but also because she felt that friends were a necessity. Of course, by default, she was cursed with the bad luck of having to work with the job she has to, but, it was for the greater good. She would even die if it meant that it would help another person live their life to the fullest. She is quite... Negative when it comes to herself, but is there really a reason to do so? She was by all means, quite an attractive woman. Everything about her was refined and pure. That could easily be because of her genetics. You see, she has this strange mutation that discourages skin flaws from forming. This includes the ever so horrid scars. She develops them less, though, she does have a faint scar on her body.

I won't delve too much as to where it is as it's quite a big thing for her story. No spoilers for you. She was also a very capable woman, being able to survive on her own — with proper supplies of course — in almost every climate. That being said, she was completely not self sufficient, needing a steady flow of supplies to come in. Hell, she couldn't even hunt if she tried. 

"You seem to underestimate my burning desire for sweet things. I thought it would be basic knowledge! Women plus sweet equals best friends... For me at least. I'm a woman! I really am!"

She said, trying to express the fact that she is a woman. Ah yes, it's as if it is difficult to forget that this adult, redheaded, fiery girl was a woman. Totally not because she acts like an overly hyper child or the fact that she is just generally a strange person. She didn't even sound angry or anything. Not that there was a reason for her to sound angry anyways.

Anyways, as he went up to his room, she strapped on her sword belt to her waist, putting her prized possession back in! It was a gift from her old master... Actually, both of her old masters. They somehow knew each other and decided that they were going to make something for good good old Elowen, who entertained them very well. In fact, it was completely free of charge to her! (except it costed me 65 gold). Anyways, enough jibbler jabblers, she put the sword into the frog sheath, awaiting her companion for the travels. Of course, in the nick of time, Leon came out. New trousers and his new tunic. She gave him a thumbs up.  Elowen's seal of approval.

"Attractive, I like it. Fits you well."

She said, following him out of the shop. You see, she was capable. She even has her sword! Can you imagine that? A sword for fruit adventures? Well... She did go to sleep with it so it is expected that she would bring it legitimately everywhere she went. It makes sense. Plus, it was the dead of night... She was getting even more paranoid.     What creepy monsters could come out? Oh no... Vampires tend to come out at night right? What if she ends up finding that Fox Vampire... Apparently her name was... She forgot. She wasn't hunting Arthur... Yet. She will one day! She nodded to him with the general sign of... Will do!

"Ah yes, the travels! I think Fexaw is a good choice, but knowing me, I'm the kind of girl who enjoys the thrill of danger (no she didn't. She really doesn't. It was obvious she hated danger). But if you feel that Fexaw would be the best for our small group, sure we can do that. The Ferry shouldn't cost too much and we can walk the rest. Though, if we went to a desert, we would need some provisions. We can get those tomorrow, right? As for Dezabian... I haven't met anyone willing to teach me yet"

She said, as they approached the small fruit shop. She honestly felt uneasy with the two people inside. Who were they? What did they intend on doing with the group. They should be able to handle it right? They were armed! Right...? Elowen was definitely armed. Elowen requested for only apples. She loves apples. She honestly didn't care about how many apples she got, she just wants at least one apple. 

Anyways, the interaction passed, the people acting... Oddly strange. She grasped her sword, staring down the person at the door. If anything, they were the most trouble. She didn't draw the sword yet, not really wanting to cause issues, but if it came down to it, she will do it. Her overall stance meant business. Leon can do the talking. I have already typed wayy too much in this post