She sat down whilst still biting her lip clearly either worried about what was to be discussed or simply nervous. Both would make sense. Ever since he'd made his pact with the Fey he'd become rather supernaturally charming. It was a part of the deal in a sense. For the moment however he merely regarded her learning what he could from her body language. Eventually she spoke, hesitant at first, but then longer. The amulet was worth three hundred crowns, gold crowns, which was certainly nothing to sneeze at but that wouldn't be the only offer. She told him that Esmerelda, that dreadful woman, was on this mission too. He sighed at that but listened with ease. He smiled plainly as her hand rested on his knee.<br/><br/>"Well, that is quite a fine offer," he said "and I should think to take it but I do have a single question. I feel it might be best to recruit one or two aides for this mission. Even someone like myself who is talented knows that good help makes the mission easier. I can split the reward with them however any added debt payment would be between just you and I."<br/><br/>He smiled as Kaiyah approached causing the lady to retreat somewhat while their drinks were poured.<br/><br/>"Ah, no," he said with a smile "do stay close though in case we need anything more."<br/><br/>Variel turned his attention back to Lady Azarine.<br/><br/>"Now then," he said "assuming you have no qualms with me hiring assistants for this mission please, let us relax for a few moments. I'll prepare and leave for this mission come the morning. I should be able to arrange for some aid by then. Kaiyah, see to it that my pack is readied and by the door before the night is over. You have my undivided attention for a spell more, Lady Azarine, should you wish to add more."