((OOC: bios would be helpful, just so other players have quick reference.))<br/><br/>A note of fear shows in Marena's eyes, but she reminds herself that she works here, and the customers aren't likely to bother her.<br/><br/>"Our prices are on a sliding scale, based on what the customer can afford," she explains with a nervous but genuine little smile. "We are prepared to deal in gold if you'll make an offer, but we prefer barter."<br/><br/>She looks him over briefly. "Ravyna has been looking for dragon tears... Anyway, what is it you're looking for? Perhaps a book or two?" She pulls an ancient and dusty tome from a shelf. Emblazoned in gold on the cover the words 'Dragon Lovers'. This title is rather ambiguous, and it is not clear in what sense the phrase is meant.