secret moments in a crowded room

The smith was knowledgeable indeed, far more so than Alys, who listened with something of a blank look on her face as she took in all of the information the woman offered. She was almost relieved when the woman turned to work on what looked like an axe, leaving her to her thoughts for a moment. The seer mulled over all that she had learned. There was no way for her to choose a weapon for Tal, if the smith was to be believed - not unless she wanted something generic, and she most certainly did not. Her partner deserved something just as wonderful and special as he was. So if not a gift for Tal... perhaps she should ask for something for herself. After all, her tarot reading business paid her well, and she had a shop in Halo and a shop in King's End that sold herbs, crystals, and other oddities. Overall, she was fairly well appointed. Why shouldn't she splurge on something special for herself? Caido was dangerous in the best of times, and current events were far from the best of times. When the smith returned, Alys smiled ruefully. "Perhaps I will think of another gift for my partner," she said. "But what would you suggest for me? I'm not much of a fighter, but having something more than just a generic dagger for self-defense might be helpful." She unhooked the knife that hung from her belt. It was plain and simple, but nothing special. "This is what I currently carry, but I'm sure there are better options." alys glasse