[color=crimson]"My apologies, miss, I didn't mean to startle you,"[/color] Geralt said, taking a half step back. He knew that the girl was still uncomfortable with close proximity, as were most of the denizens of the circus. He had to make sure to be respectful of it until she got over whatever it was that was causing her to keep distance.

[i][color=crimson]It can sense me here...that is why it cowers and trembles hehehe....[/color][/i]

Geralt ignored the cackle in his head and nodded, [color=crimson]"I am having a marvelous time. Each member of your troupe is exceptionally talented, I only hope my small offering is worthy of your stage."[/color] He said, bowing his head slightly to demonstrate humility.

He glanced up to see that Ivory was about halfway done with her performance, which was just about the time he should be getting into position. [color=crimson]"My que is on the horizon. I do hope to see more of what your particular talents bring to the stage in the future,"[/color] he winked.