The singer finished the song on a soft, long note. Several seconds passed in perfect quiet before the audience applauded. Some had been paying close attention and clapped their hands with great inspiration. Others had been engaged in conversation and stopped only to applaud from politeness.<br/><br/>The girl wiped her eyes and smiled apologetically for having been moved by the song. She put the lute away and gave a nod to a young man nearby. He came on with his flute, providing the tavern with music for a while.<br/><br/>The redhead glanced across the room, her eyes meeting with Lyn's for a moment. Then, she started making her way to the bar.