[@princess] [@Blizz]

Ashe was surprised for a second at Vincent's fast movements. A person his size to move that fast was a thing hard to expect and something Ashe learned now the hard way.

"[color=gold] You said we can use anything to defend ourselves, I used my tanto. Didn't think that would be an issue, if you would've said use anything that's not a weapon...that would've been something else. [/color]" said Ashe with a smile on her face, her voice friendly. 

Lifting the hand which Vincent grabbed initially, she pointed a finger towards it and continued talking

"[color=gold] But, sir. You asked me for permission to touch me after you already did so. I merely thought you meant to attack me from such a big and imposing man as yourself. I am truly sorry for any problems I might have caused, you surely must understand that your appearance intimidated a person such as me. [/color]”. Ashe took a moment to showcase her body in a very non-threatening way.

“[color=gold] But fine, if you wish me to leave, I shall. I’m staying at the brothel overnight, just ask for Ashe and they’ll send you to whatever room I rented.  [/color]” a grin followed. 

Ashe swiftly dressed up, put her odachi back before checking it again and walked away. With a lot of time left until the duelling tournament, she was at a loss as to what to do. It was too early for her to go back to the brothel, she just had breakfast and visiting her old mansion would’ve brought too many bad memories. Only one thing was left to do, have a drink and listen to rumours at the closest bar to her. 
 
The day was busy after whatever party the king had, peasants, workers, dignitaries and all sorts of people minding their business. Whatever those might’ve been. Following the flow of the crowd, Ashe found herself in front of a bar. Deciding any bar is better than no bar, she went in. Even in the early hours there were a few people inside, drinking or eating.

Making her way to the bar, she ordered a drink and turned on her chair, scanning the crowd. Maybe there was someone inside that would prove interesting. Some gamblers in the corner, someone who looked more drunk than one could at 9 AM in the morning and…

“[color=gold] Now that one looks interesting. [/color]” said Ashe to no one in particular, turning the head of someone next to her in surprise. 

Ordering two drinks from the bar, she made her way to what seemed to be a very beautiful woman with red hair and a sword at her side. Her bearing screamed “trained fighter” to Ashe’s sense and without wanting, Ashe was on her guard while approaching her. 

Taking a seat next to her, Ashe put the two drinks in the middle of the table. One for her and one for the other person. 

“[color=gold] Greetings, hope you don’t mind me sitting next to you. [/color]” said Ashe in a friendly voice.