Character: Andrea Ashmourn
Status: Enjoying peace while stating her curiosity.

Andrea offered a tiny smile of kindness, followed by an appreciative nod towards Rachel. Continuing to work on the hot stones, pulling one out to feel the heat every now and then before casting it back to the fire. Seeing how the woman had some more color besides white, it did bring her some joy that the woman was indeed alive and well like the rest of them. Just shy. 

“[color=ec008c]No need to apologize, Da'len. Most times, silence is a boon when trying to adapt. I just wanted to see if you are still with us in the world of the living.[/color]” Andrea glanced towards the bread for a moment before her gaze returned to the fire. “That’s thoughtful of you, I’ll get mine once everyone has their fill. Besides, I rather not get in the way of a feeding frenzy.” Andrea slightly teased as she gestured towards Bromann and Axol. “[color=ec008c]Still, thank you. Food is always a welcome change of pace.[/color]”

Andrea kept a little smile, her hands outreached towards the fire as she felt the heat radiate and spread across her body like a much needed embrace. Stretching her arms until a sudden pop echo from her joints. Finally, a time for momentary peace. To sleep, eat or do whatever they want until it’s time to prove their worth, or until a monster slams against the walls. Whichever comes first and causes the most desperation. Recounting her previous thoughts about each of the travelers.

They were all different but had the common purpose of the bastion. Though they might want a home, Andrea wanted whatever monster that lurked outside of the walls. Her ruby eyes glanced at the stones after a good minute or two, and began to let them cool off a little. Everyone prefers the cold instead of burnt hands. Andrea focused on Rachel for a moment seeing her slowly adapting to the world around her. Knowing some semblance of that life.

However, Andrea knew this cold world for the longest time. Hell’s she was born in it, to feel the cold chain on her neck and the eyes of twisted smiles. Andrea shook her head, this time. This time she can do something. “[color=ec008c]You played it smart. It’s a good idea to look around and keep your lips shut. That one got lucky with the noble.[/color]” Andrea glanced towards Bromann with a dismissive shake of her head. Indeed he was foolish and lucky but maybe there was something more inside that thick head of his.

Andrea’s eyes returned towards Rachel, before a small laugh with her hands over her lips before nodding a little. “[color=ec008c]Food is always a good offering. Especially towards desperate mouths and eager lips. Though I would say it was a smart call. They might’ve eaten a little of it.[/color]” Andrea offered a slight joke before tilting her head to the left and offered a small bow of her head. “A little kindness goes a long way,  and it’s a pleasure to meet you, Rachel. I am Andrea.” Andrea carefully wrapped one of the stones in her tattered fabric before setting the stone next to Rachel for her to grab.

“[color=ec008c]So, you offer gifts to your new neighbors. Well, I hope your neighbors return the kindness.[/color]” Andrea asked before working on the others making sure, they are tied tightly. “It’s not as good as bread but should keep you warm for a few hours or more. Then place it near the fire again to restore some warmth back to the stone.” Andrea taught with a slight glance towards Rachel before returning focused on the other stones. “[color=ec008c]So what other benefits did you and your family offer towards new neighbors? You piqued a little of my curiosity Rachel[/color].”