There was a much more affirmative nod from Gallus. The plan was much clearer in his mind now. He nodded again when they were at the door. "Yep, let's see how this goes," Gallus said. He even brought up his knuckles and gave them a healthy crack before stepping aside to allow the door to be opened.

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Fendros listened on and looked down at the string of teeth. He could not have expected that the little act of thanks would have such a profound effect on Irenya. He knew that his own family would likely see it as a proof of the Khajiit having rash intelligence. Though, it seemed like it was part of a wider experience that Irenya was having in their travels. Fendros wasn't exactly sure how to react. He didn't know whether he should comfort Irenya, or say something, or do nothing. He took a pause to glance around while he thought.

After a swallow, Fendros started out with words that didn't have a clear direction. "I see. So, you did not expect to be treated with kindness? It sounds like you have been kind in treating people this entire time, it doesn't surprise me that it would be reciprocated."

With how tense Irenya looked, it seemed as if she was on the verge of weeping. Fendros craned his head sympathetically. "Are you alright, Irenya?"