[ She's decided she doesn't like his smile. Yet, she doesn't judge him too harshly. Everyone must do what they can to get ahead in the world, because the world won't do them any favors. This is no favor; this is an exchange. His sticking to the two dozen should be expected, and Vanessa knows better than to argue.
She'll have to trust that it's enough. There's faith that the company she keeps has been busy. ]
I am a woman of my word, Mr. Bale.
[ It isn't as if she'd had to specify what she needs to share with him, though the details will likely end up finding her before she's allowed too many restful nights.
Taking a step back to allow the space, she curtsies (barely; just a blink). ]
My friends will be overjoyed. Thank you. [ Even if it isn't a favor. She must remember manners. ]
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She'll have to trust that it's enough. There's faith that the company she keeps has been busy. ]
I am a woman of my word, Mr. Bale.
[ It isn't as if she'd had to specify what she needs to share with him, though the details will likely end up finding her before she's allowed too many restful nights.
Taking a step back to allow the space, she curtsies (barely; just a blink). ]
My friends will be overjoyed. Thank you. [ Even if it isn't a favor. She must remember manners. ]