[center][h1][b][color=7354A2]Freyja Durmand[/color][/b][/h1]
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[h3][color=7354A2]Location:[/color] The Grand ballroom
[color=7354A2]Date/Time:[/color] Ignis 10, Evening
[color=7354A2]Interactions/mentions:[/color] [@HylianRose] Nikolai; [@Redking0380] Fareed[/h3]
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Noticing Nikolai hold back his laughter, she shot him a dirty look. She was trying her best damnit! Bah, whatever. It wasn't worth making a scene over, and to be honest, at least he had the decency to try to not laugh. Even if he was horrible at hiding it.

At hearing from Fareed that she had just missed Stratya, Freyja frowned. Not that uh, it changed much from their perspective. Maybe just a deepened scowl? But Of course. It was just her luck, as always. An audible click of her tongue followed by a deep sigh was all she could really do about the frustration she felt on the matter, her gaze lingering on Nikolai as he also spoke up. Her mind briefly wandered to the past, the thought of Keith crossing her mind as they both made mention of some unsavory lout fancying Stratya.

It was worrisome, but she knew Stratya was more than capable of handling such matters herself. Even if he seemed rather unpleasant indeed, if she was to believe the words of these two strangers. The giant of a man in Fareed seemed trustworthy enough in that matter anyway, and she didn't have a reason to completely dismiss the disdain either had for this 'suitor'. She would have to ask Gwen about it later.

More importantly, her gaze followed where Nikolai pointed out Stratya to be. She caught a glimpse of her, but there was a lot of people on the dance floor also. Another sigh followed as she leaned on the cane slightly. Wonderful. She didn't want to meddle in her sisters affairs too much right now, nor did she want to approach the dance floor in any capacity, so suppose she would just have to wait.

Patience was a virtue, and while in her soured mood her patience was thinner than usual, patience was something she had mastered in this regard.

[color=7354A2]"I was looking for Gwen-"[/color] She caught herself, pausing and clearing her throat as she corrected course. She kept forgetting these blasted titles and it irked it something fierce. [color=7354A2]"-er, I mean Captain Durmand, because she's the only person I know here bar a few colleagues I spotted before."[/color] And colleagues she didn't like all that much either. Not after they had been drinking anyway. Oh well, suppose she could've found worse company. Though a commotion happening off to the side somewhere did catch her attention briefly, she ignored it for now. Unless Stratya made a move to go over, she didn't care for whatever petty infighting the nobles had going on.

[color=7354A2]"A pleasure to make your acquaintance then, Mr Fareed."[/color] Bowing her head slightly to show her appreciation to the Alidashtian man, she turned her full attention to Nikolai, sizing him up for a moment. Maybe he had gotten such gazes before, and maybe he had given such gazes before, but this was probably more analytic than the normal 'checking out' one might give.

[color=7354A2][i]"Tall stature, well built and muscular. As expected from a knight or other such. Handsome, if extremely slappable, face, which would suggest good genetics when paired with his build. He obviously seemed to show some sort of interest in me, otherwise he wouldn't have made such a shallow comment about being 'stunned by my beauty'. A rather male comment to make I must say, not that its necessarily a bad thing, even if I disagree with such a statement. Seems respectful enough, and I doubt Gwen would be associated with a ruffian. Very well then. Suppose I don't mind seeing if there's more compatibility beyond this, I heard some of the other girls mention this was a good time and place to find a partner, and I'm not against it thus far. Lets see where this goes, not that I expect much. I have some time to kill anyway."[/i][/color]

[color=7354A2]"...Its quite alright then I suppose Mr Berova."[/color] Clearing her throat again as she broke off from her analysis of the man. Shifting her weight awkwardly, she would continue. [color=7354A2]"If that is the case, then I don't mind you staring. Physical attraction is but one of many starting points to fruitful relations and endeavors, and while I don't see much appeal in my own appearance, it is appreciated to know a handsome man like yourself sees something resembling beauty in my own. I find that you yourself are also rather...uh...what is the term again? Ah right, 'rather easy on the eyes', if I am recalling it correctly?"[/color]

Was she doing it right? This was how people flirted right? She wasn't entirely sure herself, not really having the time or desire to delve into the topic much herself bar the theoretical side of things. But from her perspective, he had flirted first, so it was only right she showed interest back, right? 

[color=7354A2]"Though, I'll have you know, physical attraction is but that; a starting point. And I am not so shallow as to dwell on your obvious good looks much more than that. In stating as such, I believe we should discuss ourselves in open dialogue in an attempt to better know one another before pursuing relations beyond that of friendly chatter, it would only be fair on both parties in such cases, as I would state I am not opposed to such relations, but only if there is sufficient compatibility on the mental front. Of course there is an emotion needs basis for either party which comes later down the line if sufficient chemistry is established and formulated, requiring a thorough investigative discussion between individuals to discover and feed, so to speak in regards to metaphorical terms I have been told in order to comprehend such complex feelings in easier methodology. I am rather inexperienced in such regards however, my studies have kept me rather busy since I came to the capital and flirtations with colleagues and fellow students would just lead to awkward workplace relations if things were to sour, so I have taken a more professional route in that regard and would rather leave professional and personal matters separate. In this instance, it wouldn't be a professional relation, so a personal one can be pursued if we so desire, and as previously stated I am not against such a relation currently as things stand, granted there is enough common ground found in conversation to establish the foundation of a more solid relationship, as I am not particularly fond of the idea of one built on whimsy and fancy over one built on something more concrete. You should always start with the foundation of a house, not the roof, and relationships are much the same in that regard as far as I am aware. If nothing else, this should serve as good experience in the ways of 'flirting', so please do continue."[/color]

Seeming pleased with herself, she nodded alongside her words. Were you proud Stratya? She was participating in this 'flirting' correct, no?