<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e2/8B39CC2A-1000-4A6D-8442-80198BA60F8F.jpeg)</div><br/>The various explanations that Kitty offered had Alisandra’s rapt attention, but as the other offer was made, she couldn’t help but smile.  “Tempting, but tonight, I’m still weary from the road and not sure I can give the full effort of what I usually bring to bear.  Back scratching, though…”  She accommodated there, reaching over to give proper scratches as one would a cat, just the right mix of gentle and firm.  Other offers could be considered for later; part of Alisandra was tempted to let herself just fall asleep in the tub.  Thankfully, she never actually slept anymore, so that wouldn’t happen.<br/><br/>When Pharli came in and made her business clear, however, Alisandra smiled all the more.  The nobility within her and all the training had taught her the necessities of tact and decorum, but she couldn’t have become an adventurer if she felt that they were absolutes and that those that lacked them were beneath notice.  Quite the contrary; it was a lovely sight to see another so eager to aid in the problems she saw around her.  “Lady Alisandra Nénarnar,” she introduced herself, “Celestial Warlock.  You may call me Alisandra.  Do you already have a particular plan of action in mind?”