[ the expression that appears on her face is both knowing and gentle, even if her words are not. ]
I assure you, no matter what paces the city puts you through, I can and will most certainly make you pay far more dearly if you betray my trust. [ she waits for him to stand. ] I am a loyal person, Mr Damisch, and I expect that loyalty in return. There is nothing I wouldn't do for those under my care. Nothing. [ is she being clear enough? ] But our secrets are our own and that cannot be risked in a city like this.
[ He had meant any rules that weren't attached to the secret of the place, but she's obviously focused on those (understandably) and Rowan knows when not to poke a bear. Well, when he's not feeling like getting bit. ]
I understand. [ He says it confidently and with no playing around in his tone. Something about Qi'ra, or maybe the lure of a job, makes him want to be more respectful. ]
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Well, he has to ask.
He pauses while leaning forward, about to rise to his feet but really just looking a bit eager, with his hands on his knees. ]
Consequences such as? You mean the city's or yours?
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I assure you, no matter what paces the city puts you through, I can and will most certainly make you pay far more dearly if you betray my trust. [ she waits for him to stand. ] I am a loyal person, Mr Damisch, and I expect that loyalty in return. There is nothing I wouldn't do for those under my care. Nothing. [ is she being clear enough? ] But our secrets are our own and that cannot be risked in a city like this.
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I understand. [ He says it confidently and with no playing around in his tone. Something about Qi'ra, or maybe the lure of a job, makes him want to be more respectful. ]
I will be in tomorrow, then.
Thank you.