Just as he was about to let go, the girl broke free from his grasp and rubbed her arm, then flailed them wildly while shouting at him. Ein's eyes widened. [color=a0410d][i]'Jeez... was I like this as a child?'[/i][/color] Either way, she suddenly jumped up, but was only able to go as high as his chest. He stifled a chuckle, but immediately sighed afterwards.

[color=a0410d]"Listen, I'm sorry for dragging you like that. I just wanted to get away from my father,"[/color] he explained, looking at the tavern one last time with a relieved expression before looking down at her again. [color=a0410d]"I'm sure you can find your way home yourself, so if you don't need me, I'm gonna be on my way now."[/color] Ein quickly turned around and began to walk away from his scapegoat.