<span style="font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;">Tina caught word of some plot against the king, and knew that should any of the king’s spies hear such talk, he would bring sedition charges against everyone in town. So Tina did what barmaids do and remained part of the barroom scenery, listening and watching, and making sure any of the faces in the common room were not those of King Locien’s informants. Tina thought it safe for now, but for a couple unfamiliar faces that stood by the bar who appeared to be traveling merchants. When she started around again, she could see some dispute with a well concealed knife drawn. Tina took a breath, expecting to be cleaning up blood again soon, but it ended without incident and the man sheathed his blade and he and his companions walked out. Tina had to step wide for he was going to walk right through her, and as she leaned back trying to keep the tankards balanced on her tray, he gave her a long hard look.<br/><br/>“What are you lookin’ at?”<br/><br/>Tina inquired as he left. She wasn’t sure if she gave him any pause but she looked him over as well.</span>