Geralt couldn't help but smile at Akane's comments, they were so innocent and ignorant. Though she wore the body of an adult woman, her mind was still very naive and inexperienced, as was Cora's. There were certainly things he could teach them, given the opportunity. He would have to check though, to be sure of their age before making any concrete advances. 

The Magician had opened his mouth to ask for further confirmation of Akane's abilities, when Ivory interrupted. He had been leaning forward on the table, watching her expectantly, but as he made eye contact with her his smile slowly faded. [color=crimson]"By all means."[/color] he said, then slid the deck across the table toward her. He then leaned back in his chair and interlaced his fingers across his stomach as he watched them deal.

Cora smiled around at everyone, happy to see her friend's getting along. Although she sensed tension between Ivory and Geralt, she wasn't sure why. He was so polite and charming, and Ivory was usually very nice to everyone she met. Cora tilted her head as she looked at Ivory, just now realizing her distaste for the Magician...she'd have to ask her about it later.

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Illyana listened to Lucien's plan, then nodded in agreement. [color=598527]"I think that's wise, telling him first would probably make Ivory say no on principal."[/color] She chuckled a little, realizing that if anyone would back her up in an explanation of Geralt's...shortcomings, it would be Ivory. She would make sure to keep the dhampir informed of any new discoveries about Mr. Wagner.

At Lucien's request, she snapped out of her reverie and nodded once more. [color=598527]"Not at all, I'll go now."[/color] she said, then made her way out.