Candida
*Amsu nodded back to Kora having been enjoying their little conversation. Other than the hiccup about bounty hunting, he liked having this chatter before resting for the evening. Once the waitress had come over, Amsu ordered for the two. Almost like it was destined, he had ordered himself some fish with spiced potatos and water. Rather cliche on the fish part, but a ancestral meal that no kitten could shake off of them was his curse. For Kora, if she decided to not order anything like she said, he just asked for pork beside eggs and bread... The drink was up to the oni, otherwise she'd just get water.*

*Once the pretty lady had left after memorizing their order, Amsu looked back over at Kora. His tails had returned to entwining into one single mass, swinging side to side like a pendulum...*

"Okey dokey... Now that we have some time before they can get us our food, do you have anything you like to do? I personally like to keep myself reading or play-... Uhm... Exercise, in the field behind my home." 

*He laid his head down along his arms, looking up at Kora as he sat and waited. He continued to look relaxed, a smile still plastered on his face.
Cheryl
Kora agreed with Amsu's order for food, nodding to the waitress to signal that she would like that food. She thought about it before ordering a drink. It had been a while since she drank alcoholic beverages, so she preferred to keep the good old water. One of her hands arranged her hair, which fell over her shoulders.

"Hm... I like to, eh... That's a hard question, uh? I like to practice my skills, to fight with people, and sometimes to run and play."

She softly giggled at what she just had said, *"Play and run? Really?"*. She watched as Amsu laid his head and arms on the table, a smile forming on her lips. For her, he was a little unusual for their time. He seemed to be very happy in life, unlike Kora.

"Well, now my turn. Do you have someone you love? It can be family members, not only love interests. If you don't want to talk it's okay."
Candida
*Amsu would look off to the side for a bit, breaking eye contact to think about it. Of course he loved his parents... But he didn't feel like he could face them again, after what made him leave his home. It was rather tragic to think about, and his smile was fading as he thought about it. Deciding not to damper the mood however, he looked back at the oni with his mismatched eyes and smirked.*

"Intriguing question... Of course I love my family, my mother and father dearly. I also try and devote some of my feelings to a god I was raised to praise. Other then that I do my best to keep people happy, as it's hard to go on knowing you could do something to help. Although I can't really say I've found someone dear to me that can compare... How about you?"

*His tails had unwrapped themselves during his speech, brushing against each other yet again. Amsu then straightened himself, his chin laying against his crossed arms, as his ears perked up to hear the lady's answer. This was ending up to be a rather fun day, getting to spend dinner time with a nice lady before he went to bed.*
Cheryl
Kora looked at Amsu with a curious and a little sad look, noting that he was a little uncomfortable with the question. She sighed in a slightly sad and uncomfortable tone, it was not her intention to make him think of anything that was bad. Kora propped an elbow on the table, resting her head on her hand.

"Well... I loved people before, being honest. I still love, but it's a bit difficult. About 4 years ago, something happened to my kingdom. Not going to say the details, it would take an eternity. Anyways, I once had a brother, mother, father, two sisters. And of course, Kai, my loved one. I don't know if they are alive, but I still have them in my heart."
Candida
*He slowly nodded while listening, going back to a more neutral expression as he realized this person also had some rough patches in life. It was rather unfortunate for them, but he supposed it happened to everyone... Thankfully Kora seemed to have moved on from it. He should offer a prayer up to Bast before he went to bed, so Kora had a better chance of meeting them again.*

*Some moments after their little banter, a waiter returned with their food. Their orders were handed out and a small pitcher of water for refills was given. Amsu decided that they had talked quite a bit, so he wanted to eat some of his food before going at it again... Nomming away at the fish. It didn't look really civilized, but once ate a chunk of the first fish he would offer up a few words.*

"I won't ask for too much information on your past, but I hope that you can meet your loved ones again. Four years is quite long, so I wish you luck on your eventuality!"
Cheryl
When the food ordered by the two arrived, Kora nodded and offered a smile to the waitress, in the form of thanks for her service. Kora started to eat for the bread, and took advantage and added the eggs to them. She seemed happy, but distant at the same time. She chewed and thought about her past, which was seen by most as sad. What it really was. Sometimes she wondered if maybe Kai and his family would be alive. She was waiting for the day to see them again. She paused for a moment, listening carefully to Amsu's words.

"Thank you. Well, four years is indeed long. I passed through so many things in those years... A thing I learned from all the things that happened to me is, that war isn't the best way solve things. And love, can change everything."

Kora offered a smile lit by the candles and lights in the tavern, which appeared to have peace and happiness. And then she continued to eat with Amsu.
Candida
*After getting halfway through his plate, Amsu started thinking about what else to say. They've already had quite a time, so it'd be a shame to end on a low note. It was then he thought about if they had any plans. He liked them, and it would be nice if they could do some more stuff together... Recalling that they were a bounty hunter, and possibly a drifter, it might be hard to find them again.*

"I was thinking, do you live somewhere close by? I know you've said something about being a bounty hunter and taking what you can get, but do you drift around the country? I have a home in the capital, because of my work, so if you ever drop by new salvainia again... We could go on a quest or something together. If I have the time, of course..!"

*After taking another munch of potato, he looked over at the girl. His eyes were practically sparkling as he asked, having enjoyed this time spent. She had a questionable way of working, and that still somewhat stung him, but she seemed like a really nice person.*
Cheryl
"Well, eh... I don't have a home anymore. I just travel around, sometimes I sleep on some bench, other times I sleep leaning by a tree. It's a bit difficult. And, I would love to go on a quest with you some time."

Kora smiled at Amsu. The idea of ​​going on a quest with him was a good one, it could be good for both of them. She continued to eat until a few moments later she finished her meal, relaxing on the chair and placing her hands on her belly. Then she looked at him, her cyan eyes lit by the flames of some candles near their table. He was being good company for Kora at the time. He could see that she was happy, a small smile forming on her lips.
Candida
*He smiled back, before finishing up his plate and wiping off his hands and mouth. This was a nice day, he thought to himself, as he got a answer he was satisfied with. He softly hummed to himself as his tails entwined with each other once more, swinging back and forth behind him.*

"I don't feel as tired as I was when I came in here, so thank you for that. I'm also delighted that we can work together in the future... Possibly tomorrow or the day after, if that's fine with you! I still have to finish up my own business, making some remedies and medicine. You've been lovely company, Kora."

*His face had been glowing with positivity as he was preparing to go and pay for the food and room he was going to sleep in. He couldn't really remember the actual price he should put down, but he didn't have to worry if he was going to pay extra. Standing up and out of his chair, he gave a little wave to Kora before he would eventually go over to the keeper.*

"Stay safe till we can go out together, it'd be a shame if we couldn't do this more! Do you mind if I pay for the two of us this time? I technically did order both the meals... You can pay me back another time!" *He gave a little wink as he spoke, a cheeky grin forming as he was done getting his point across.*
Cheryl
"You've been a lovely company too, Amsu. And we can work in the future, but first we need to finish our own business. I hope we find each other."

She smiled once more. It had been a while since Kora had such a good night. Amsu was really good company, and she would like to be able to thank one of these days, and she hoped they would meet again. She waved back at him, with the same smile as before on her lips.

"I will! And I don't mind, I promise I will pay it to you." She spoke with a giggle, and a wink at him.
Candida
*Amsu would walk away from the table in a good mood. Once leaving Kora, he would go through the process of paying for the meal and his room... Deciding to tip the waitress as well, since he felt like it. This evening shall end in his room where he would go to bed with a full stomach and happy thoughts. He had a new friend, or at least someone he considered a trustworthy person, and that was enough for him.*

*Later he'll need to finish his few kilometer trip to his cottage, then work on creating the medicines he needed... Possibly spend a day or two healing. Spare time would be spent finding Kora and getting on a quest with them, like he promised. His schedule was getting a bit filled, but that was a blessing he supposed. The more he worked, the more things he could do for people, and the better he could feel about himself... Since his work would mean other people are doing fine!*
Cheryl
Kora would get up after Amsu paid for the food, looking at him again with a smile, before walking to the door and leaving the tavern. What a good night. She followed the paths that life gave her, a smile on her face as she walked in the moonlight. Thoughts came to her as she took steps toward anywhere.

The wind blew over her, making her hair fly with it. And for another night, Kora was looking for her other half, and for her dear brother. The darkness made by the trees, covering Kora with its embrace.