Lisa
At the man's explanation of his necessity for coin, Kateri's eyes shinned like stars. "Oh *Gabriel*, that's wonderful news. Truly." She couldn't help but feel immense pride for him despite how recently they had become acquainted. In her mind, time shouldn't be a factor for kindness. "And do you want to open it in the city? I've heard that the elves have a 'leg up' in herbalism, as they say." At least from what her long time neighbor had spoken to her about his homeland; the dark elves of South Silnara were adept in the arts and uses of plants. Though, that wasn't to say that her new friend wasn't up to snuff! "No matter the case, bless your sparks for putting forth the effort. The gods know I need some drive myself. . . ." Kateri allowed her words to trail off as she presented a coy smile to help cover up her current shortcoming—lack of direction.

"Oh that's too bad, really. Auctobal is one of my favorites, but the city is *Always* Doing *This* Or *That*," She said while flicking her hand back and forth with the emphasis in her voice. "Just you wait. There will festivals galore for you to enjoy. And *Don't worry*! You can be my partner in crime." This time Kateri winked at the young man. "I find that *Living* Something is better than explaining it."

Scouting his eye movement, she too glanced above them. "Running late?" Kateri didn't move because she wasn't positive which direction he had to go. As for her hunting, the woman was done. Her catch of the day was *Much* More intriguing than some deer.
Billy
"Thank you, Kateri. I'm not quite sure of the where yet, though." His chest fills with a sense of pride from her approval. His own parents didn't much support his career decision, though that's to be expected. They'd wanted him to take over their carpentry business. It was a nice feeling to have someone support his dream. "The elves... Yes, I've heard as such. It's a shame I haven't encountered any that would take me under their wing. What I know, I know from books and experimentation." 

Gabriel listened intently as Kateri enthused about the festivals in the city. When he found he'd missed one of the larger festivals in the city, he was quite disappointed. He'd been curious about city-scale festivals for a while. Hearing there were many other festivals was relieving. "Is that so? I hope they come soon then." He registered the wink Kateri gave him, gauging her interest in him. Something to look out for while they converse, perhaps. "It would be nice to have someone so lovely show me the excitement of those festivals," He cooed. A playful grin followed soon after.

Inquired about his lateness, he shrugged. "A little. I don't have a particular appointment, but I'd hoped to maybe take on a bounty today... Well, that can always be done tomorrow too." Gabriel focused on his senses, his eyes and nose becoming more sensitive and acute. He started to look around for the colors and scent of flowers, or leaf shapes distinct to certain herbs. He'd spot a cluster of flowers some ways from where they are and send his wolves that way as scouts. Looking back to Kateri, he asks, "Will you come with us?"

`Gabriel cast Predatorial Senses, increasing his visual acuity and smell sensitivity by +400% for two turns/around 10 seconds. It cost him 5 Mana, leaving him with 70 Mana remaining. His Mana is capped at 75.`
Lisa
"Sometimes the brightest flames don't need a starter. Everything they need is right, here," She replied placing her palm against her heart. "I'm sure you'll carve your own path with time." The woman's tone was no less than sincere; it could be said that Kateri thinks the best in all people—except High Elves, but that's a different story . . .

The festivals were a city highlight for the young girl. As someone who craved culture, festivals were the epitome of the arts, food, history *And shopping*—not that she spent coin frivolously. *Most of the time.* "It would be nice to go with someone outside of my family," She colluded. "Don't fret. They will come and *Soon*." That was something she was sure about, without question. Kateri threw him a devious grin; one that she probably *Shouldn't* Be showing someone she had just met in the middle of the woods. Some would call this situation a game of wolf and sheep, but the man already brought three. 

"A bounty," She asked curiously. "Surely you aren't a headhunter as well as an herbalist." And just went she thought he wasn't some brute. Not that it mattered much. Combat was a pillar stone of Silvainia's foundation; pull it away and watch the empire crumble. Not that she desired this for her country, so in the meantime, adding more foundational material like *Civilized* Culture was the goal. *One day, Silvainia will be more than steel forged in fire.*

His question brought how long they had been standing still to her attention. 'The boys' were probably antsy, their predatorial sense burning the bottoms of their feet and stirring their spirit. She moved in his direction before answering, but she had already made up her mind. "I will." Kateri looped her bow around her shoulder and readied herself for the hunt, at least as a spectator.