“ah,” shikari started, just as marquis sighed, hanging her head low. the corners of his mouth were turned upwards with a grimace. “upon that revelation, I realize that we can’t afford it…”
their broker’s pleasantries faded upon hearing that, and with a loud tch they turn about and leave. the edge of her cloak brushed against marquis’s face. “what a waste of my time,” could have been heard as she trailed off.
“... is that really how they do business around here nowadays?” marquis asked, not earnestly expecting a reply.
“well,” shikari replied, looking away with his arms folded as