[ Her offer is a surprise, but then most offers for help tend to make him pause. They usually lead to some sort of negotiation, a little quid pro quo in exchange for assistance.
He has a feeling this wouldn't be the case with her. ]
Keeping an eye out for him would be enough. If he hasn't left, then it's a situation that might involve some casualities.
[ It's said in the light tone, so whether he's being serious or not is up for debate. If he learns that his brother was daggered and buried by a hunter, the only casualty will be the hunter. ]
( there are no strings attached whatsoever in this instance. with everything already provided for her here, the one thing she needs the most is allies more than any material objects or favours. here, she thinks she might be working toward making herself one. especially useful in her mind, since she knows no one here whom will protect her.
and in any case, empathy leaves her disposed to being happy enough to help. no one here will be forced to share her experience of losing her brothers if she can keep it from happening. )
Of course, I will gladly do so. ( she pauses. ) I thank you for the consideration you give my safety. I shall endeavour as best I can to find him.
Once, my brothers were sent to the Tower. They were never seen again. But your brother shall not share their fate, sir.
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He has a feeling this wouldn't be the case with her. ]
Keeping an eye out for him would be enough. If he hasn't left, then it's a situation that might involve some casualities.
[ It's said in the light tone, so whether he's being serious or not is up for debate. If he learns that his brother was daggered and buried by a hunter, the only casualty will be the hunter. ]
Wouldn't want you caught in the crossfire.
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and in any case, empathy leaves her disposed to being happy enough to help. no one here will be forced to share her experience of losing her brothers if she can keep it from happening. )
Of course, I will gladly do so. ( she pauses. ) I thank you for the consideration you give my safety. I shall endeavour as best I can to find him.
Once, my brothers were sent to the Tower. They were never seen again. But your brother shall not share their fate, sir.