Amano did not miss the look on Illiendi's face when he mentioned the word “love”, but he just let the reaction slide to the back of his mind. He knows the demon doesn't understand love, but at the same time he's sure Illiendi will respect his wishes when it comes to said emotion. [i]'After all, he seems to go along with just about anything I say. I am sure that he is sue to such treatment, but at the same time, I know he has a mind to choose with. I mean, when he was summoned, he didn't just go along with the will of the ones who summoned him. He made the [b]choice[/b] to serve me, and. . . .And that is the part of Illiendi I want to see and use. I want that part of him that drives [b]him[/b] to be what he uses to temper me'[/i] Addressing the envelopes quickly Amano tucks his letters away to be dropped off on a delivery boy while they are out.

Once again Illiendi addresses him in that way that sends a thrill through the young man's body. He does nothing to hide this feeling, though he doe look away from the demon towards the door as he thinks on his words. [i]'He is right, those should be at the top of the list. It confuses me though. He knows, or at least think he knows, that despite my want to escape this town should the opportunity present itself I have very little experience in planning for travel, let alone travel by ship'[/i] Holding himself as he's been taught to Amano walks to the door and opens it, motioning for the demon to exit first before closing the door behind them. “We shall stop in those places first, and after that I think we should head to the docks again. I would like a better look at that ship and it's captain. I am sure Russ would not have recommended it if it was not up to par, but I have my own reasons for wanting a better look. I really have paid attention over my years as the son of a merchant.”

His voice is low, but not timid, and his strides are long and confident. “I would like to inform Russ that we have gained father's approval, I am sure he will have some suggestions for the next venture: assembling a crew.” He lets his manservant open the front door for him and pauses only briefly to take in the morning air before taking up his original pace. “I do not know exactly what to look for in a sailor, but I do know what to look out for. Many long meal has been spent, both at home and at the homes of my father's business partners, listening to the foolish things some sailor do to ruin cargo, or delay deliveries.” His eyes dart back and forth across the street as a slightly sly smile comes to his lips. “I also know several sailors that would be trouble to bring along for the simple fact that I have, as a child, been quite the trouble maker for those down at the docks. Some still hold grudges and would love a chance to mess me up while out at sea.”

His money jangles lightly in his pocket and for the first time in his life the idea of getting robbed passes through the young man's head. [i]'Though I doubt Illiendi would let that happen, unless it was to teach me a lesson. He would likely fetch the money back for me anyways, but still, I could see him letting me get hit with some hardships to teach me to not be so trusting'[/i] Moving out of the residential area Amano quickly spots a messenger he knows he can trust and flags the boy down. The red headed youth is a few years younger than Amano and stares openly at Illiendi when he draws close. The exchange is brief, Amano giving the boy enough for the delivery plus a small bonus to ensure swift, safe delivery. As the youth takes off Amano smiles at Illiendi for no particular reason other than he is glad things in his life are moving forward, and Illiendi is the key factor in it, and he is grateful. Once the young man disappears into the crowd Amano sets them back on course for the market which is closer than the docks. “Rations first, since everything else we plan to do today deals with the docks, and this is closer.” he murmurs.