He did hear, and turned toward her with a mischevious little grin, before waving his hand toward her. He was walking backward all the while, but in case this wasn't clear enough he called out "You might find better use for them than I. Keep the collar on, eh, and maybe I'll pay you for the thoughts on a long trip home!"<br/><br/>The downside of his hollering was that half the castle heard. Most importantly Alric who - the deal concluded - stepped cleanly into the room and let his tongue run over his lips. "Is this a free for all or do I have to wait my turn?"<div class="messageTextEndMarker"> </div>