"Oh?"

Of the two items that the merchant had offered to her, the notebook caught her attention immediately. So she could hide her drawings until she knew they were ready to show off? No-one could come barging in and looking at her unfinished work again? For a moment, the young girl was caught up in the merchant's rhythm. At least, for a moment. Remembering herself, the girl folded her arms with a huff. Even if Vivienne didn't want to make it obvious, she knew that some street merchant types wanted to swindle people out of their money rather then sell anything worthwhile! If he was that type, catching him in the act wouldn't just be for her benefit, but the benefit of everyone in this town!

"That notebook sounds great!" Vivienne declared, "But I want to see a demonstration before I buy it! I-ah?"

Mister Silverwood had acted so quickly, and it didn't take long for the princess to figure out why. The thief had returned, apparently being pursued by some sort of automata. The blonde girl's frown returned, and her attention was quickly pulled away from the merchant entirely as she turned towards the intrusion.

"As a Princess of Felbar, Vivienne Felvarre Croix," she began, "I cannot condone thievery! Hmph! No matter what happens, don't let her escape, Mister Silverwood!"

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