Time:7 PM Location: River Port Interactions:, Rue [@Potter] Bowyn [@Helo] Equipment: basic travel pack, medical pack, and weapons. 809 Amas. [hider=Foot Soldier Armor] [img] https://img.roleplayerguild.com/prod/users/1e03edbe-fbe7-435a-8243-07271b086e18.jpg[/img] [/hider] [hider=Foot Soldier Shield] [img]https://img.roleplayerguild.com/prod/users/77f5094e-7dc2-4325-9200-24679b77a725.jpg[/img] [/hider] The pretty winter fairy lass offered him such a wide beautiful smile that Arn could not help but mimic the action. It looked weird on his face though. Dwarves don’t tend to smile and only show their mirth in rowdy guffaws and loud chortles. His new discovery that was spreading across his face was short lived however by Bowyns well aimed retort. [color=00aeef]“Arn, if you’re uncomfortable with a lady paying your way just say so.”[/color] The suggestion confused the young soldier. He had not implied he felt any sort of awkwardness or misgivings at a lady purchasing him items. Despite the dwarven race strong affinity for rules and regulations steeped in custom and ritual, equality could be seen as men and women served side by side locking shields or forging them. He was about to reply that he was just trying to follow Bowyn’s previous statement regarding throwing money around and accepting gifts from people he hardly knew. Did that rule only apply to the dwarf? Arn knew that dealing with other cultures would lead to misunderstandings but he had hoped he could be a quick study. Based on the tone in the white haired lad’s tone, he was not doing so good. So, instead of voicing his confusion he just gave the fairy an understanding nod. [color=00aeef]“Politeness is a waste of time. Just be honest, direct, and anyone who holds that against you isn’t worth the time.”[/color] The frown of confusion only deepened on the young dwarf’s face as Bowyn continued. How was politeness a waste of time? He felt Rue deserved being addressed with consideration. She was after all a lady. The other thing that confused him was that he felt he WAS being direct and honest. He had told them no lie. He had not offered any hidden motives. Dwarves prided themselves in their honesty and logical outlook. In fact, it was this very ethic that prevented any emotional damage from the blunt young fairy. [color=0054a6]“You are correct about being direct and honest Bowyn. However, I disagree with you in the matter of politeness. This sentiment is the bare minimum of consideration for a fellow sentient being. If one can’t even endeavor to do that then the higher requirements of respect, friendship, and love would be harder to achieve.” [/color] The medic shrugged. [color=0054a6]“That is of course, my own view. You need not agree or share it. Nor I do I have to do the same to yours though knowing it is appreciated.”[/color] The dwarf followed the pair of Winter fairies as he had done from their arrival, a few steps behind. He felt that those onlookers would bypass him to gawk at the attractive pair before him. Why look at a short stocky man when they could gaze upon the ivory like skin and snowy hair. The eyes of both were very stark too. Rue’s held a glimmer of joy that was contagious. In the same manner, the darkness that inhabited Bowy’s hues was haunting. There were scars there that matched or were greater than those in the lad’s back. The Inn by the Sea was no fancy or impressive building. After all, it was meant to house travelers or sea farers. The walls were sturdy and based on the ruckus at the tavern area, the drinks were stout. The young soldier did not say anything when Rue paid for their rooms. He wanted to show the fiery ice lad that he had not issues with being gifted and definitely by a lady. Indeed, Arn made it a point to show his gratitude. [color=0054a6]“Thank you for the kind gesture miss Rue. You must allow me to treat you both.”[/color] He looked in Bowyn’s direction to show he meant to include the lad. [color=0054a6]“To the next meal, whatever that maybe. I intend to eat after our conversation. Now that my stomach has settled from the trip, I feel famished.”[/color] A polite smile was offered. Again he followed the fairies who in turn followed the Innkeeper upstairs towards their room. The white haired lad would be surprised to know that Arn also enjoyed the outside. Having been a soldier for decades, there were very few times he had been the pleasure of a bed. Even now, his pack held his sleeping blanket and pad. The dwarf had always pondered looking at the sky overhead. The cold environment of the mountains sometimes lent themselves for skies so clear it seemed as if you were looking at a glass ceiling. Walking behind the pair, the young medic could not detect the tensing of the winter fairy lad. Now that he thought about it, Rue had only paid for two rooms….It was only logical that the two males would sleep in the same room. Had this been done on purpose by the lovely lass? Of the three, she seemed to the be the most cheery. Was she trying to force interaction between the two boys? Arn shook his head. He was overthinking this. The winter lady probably did it out of habit. What would Bowyn think? Perhaps he should rent his own room. But would this be an affront to Rue who as so happy to pay for their berthing? Again, the dwarf shook his head as if it was being plagued by mosquitoes. If he had known that Bowyn had been considerate enough to swallow his own discomfort in favor of those of his companions, a smile would have appeared on the young soldier’s face. His gut told him that Bowyn’s behavior was a shield to keep others out and to protect himself from further pain. This meant that the pain the young lad had already experienced was so great that there was need to prevent any further intrusion. The trio finally arrived at the room. He followed the two fairies and the wolf in. The beast was so well behaved that it deserved praise. There was almost a humanoid intelligence. Except for the odd following of it’s nose, Moony seemed to be quite at home indoors. At least, to the dwarf who did not know him. He figured a wild animal would be scared or at the least cautious but perhaps the happy attitude of Rue was felt by the wolf. After all, it was believed that animals could sense feelings. No sooner had they all settled down and the door closed behind them, than Bowyn asked directly again. [color=00aeef]“So what’s the big secret, Arn? Are you actually fifty pixies hiding in a dwarf outfit?”[/color] Arn shook his head. [color=0054a6] “No secret Bowyn. At least, nothing as comical as what you suggest.”[/color] The young dwarf offered both faries a slight smile to show he was trying to be relaxed and open with them. He proceeded to tell them about his new found parentage and the mission he had been given. [color=0054a6]“The reason why I withheld information was due to not being too sure if I could trust you. However, my gut is telling me that in this time, we need to learn to trust.” [/color] He shrugged. [color=0054a6] “So now you know, I apologize if my mistrust offended you.”[/color] He waited. Wondering what sort of reaction his story would have from them.