"Indeed," the merman replied gravely, a faint thread of amusement in the bond at either oiling tools or keeping them dry underwater. But then, there were other methods...
Hadama considered her words and the phrasing with the same solemn care that he had done throughout their conversation, letting the silence sit for several moments before he spoke again with a small shake of his head. "No... I understand that it is different on land, but the techniques of deepforging are a secret among the few clans that have them. It is not something we discuss with outsiders." He inclined his head deeply in apology.
When he looked up it was to realize that the shadows were deeper, and the sun had drifted further westward in the sky. "I have enjoyed our conversation, P. And your company. I look forward to seeing you again." It was a farewell, courteous but firm, though a ribbon of quiet satisfaction wound through the bond at the unexpected pleasure of their meeting and an afternoon well-spent.
Hadama considered her words and the phrasing with the same solemn care that he had done throughout their conversation, letting the silence sit for several moments before he spoke again with a small shake of his head. "No... I understand that it is different on land, but the techniques of deepforging are a secret among the few clans that have them. It is not something we discuss with outsiders." He inclined his head deeply in apology.
When he looked up it was to realize that the shadows were deeper, and the sun had drifted further westward in the sky. "I have enjoyed our conversation, P. And your company. I look forward to seeing you again." It was a farewell, courteous but firm, though a ribbon of quiet satisfaction wound through the bond at the unexpected pleasure of their meeting and an afternoon well-spent.
