"Now that is interesting."

There's a sharp edge to Flemeth's amusement, but when isn't there?

"One might almost think you unafraid, but we both know better, don't we, my girl? It adds spice, does it not?"

She laughs, low and long. Oh, it is too funny, all of this. And too interesting, as well.

"How is a poor, old, lonely woman to say no to such an offer? After you, my dear girl."