She learned quickly, he discovered. Her brainless chattering stopped at last. Aside from an embarassingly awkward stumble, she followed along quite well. As usual, of course, it was clear that he'd made a fine decision. He led her through the large market square full of slaves for sale, and those wishing to purchase. He provided proof of his purchase at the gate, then led her out into the staging area. One of the stable hands noticed his arrival and leaped from his stool to run into the stable. Within only a minute or two, the lad was leading a horse, which was hitched to a cart, out of the stable.<br/><br/>After stopping the cart before the man, the lad hurried around to hold the door open for him.<br/><br/>"One moment before I enter. Will you show my purchase to her place?"<br/><br/>"Of course, sir," said the lad, and took the offered chain. Tugging it slightly, he beckoned to the girl, "This way."