@0    = ~What the hell? Seriously, what the hell? I can't believe that - that THING decided to steal Jessa's face and parade around like some sort of puppet! It's so - it's just so...~ [FHF57]
@1    = ~It's all right, Faren. It's gone now, and it's over.~
@2    = ~That thing was just playing with you. Don't listen to what it said.~
@3    = ~I know. I do know. But how could it stand there and say those things--~
@4    = ~Dammit, I hate being this angry. Makes it hard to breathe right. And so tired. I feel like I've been turned upside down and given a shake. And the worst thing was, it was true.~
@5    = ~Those things it was saying - they're just lies. Don't play into its hands.~
@6    = ~You can't change the past, Faren. Your friends are gone, and that's the way it is.~
@7    = ~They knew what they were getting into when they went adventuring. It wasn't your fault.~
@8    = ~I get what you mean. I hate that it knew so much, though. Makes me wonder whether they really are stuck in some corner of the Hells getting mad at me that I didn't try harder to save them.~
@9    = ~I know. I mean, I thought I was over all that, but seeing her there like that, even though I know it wasn't... Makes me wonder whether they really are stuck in some corner of the Hells getting mad that I didn't try harder to save them.~
@10   = ~I know it wasn't all my fault, but I can't help thinking it was a bit. And seeing her there like that... Makes me wonder whether they really are stuck in some corner of the Hells getting mad that I didn't try harder to save them.~
@11   = ~What if I end up making a mistake and you get hurt? I don't want the same thing to end up happening to you!~
@12   = ~You haven't failed me yet, Faren. Cheer up.~
@13   = ~Pull yourself together. We've faced danger before and we'll face it again.~
@14   = ~Maybe you should leave. I don't want you with me in this condition.~
@15   = ~That's true, I guess. Okay. I think I'll be all right, <CHARNAME>. Let's get moving.~
@16   = ~Class act you are, <CHARNAME>. Moment I get upset I'm out on my ear? It's not like I'm high maintenance. Fine. I will go, and you can go fight Yaga-Shura on your own.~
@17   = ~Hey - c'mere. Turns out we can afford really good brandy, now. Help me finish the bottle. We may's well enjoy ourselves, even if those folks in the city can't.~ [FHF58]
@18   = ~I could do with that. Come on, hand it over.~
@19   = ~Are you drunk, Faren?~
@20   = ~You've been spending our money on brandy?!~
@21   = ~I think you need to sleep this off. Go on, get to bed.~
@22   = ~Here you go. Cheers. Now. Let's get this going.~
@23   = ~Notatall. I'm tough as old boots. C'mon, stop looking at me like that. I can't finish it by myself, I'll be sick as a dog.~
@24   = ~Oh, all right. Hand it over.~
@25   = ~No, you've had enough. Go to bed, you.~
@26   = ~I'll pay you back. Word of honour. Look, I can still salute straight, 'm ready to report for duty. Hahaha! C'mon, stop looking at me like that. I can't finish it by myself, I'll be sick as a dog.~
@27   = ~'kay. You're a spoilsport, <CHARNAME>, but never mind, I love you anyway. G'night. Morning. Whatever.~
@28   = ~(Faren grabs you and kisses you with enough force that your lips tingle. One arm snakes around your waist.)

Godsdammit, why're your buttons so hard to undo?~
@29   = ~I can do it for you. Come on, let's get to my bedroll.~
@30   = ~Is all this because you're upset about Saradush?~
@31   = ~I don't think this is a great idea at the moment. You don't seem yourself.~
@32   = ~Mmm, sounds good.~
@33   = ~Yeah. I mean, no. Dammit, you and your words! I want to stop thinking about it, okay? And I forget about bad stuff better when we're together, so...yeah.~
@34   = ~So you want to do this? Or, too tired?~
@35   = ~No, I don't think we should do it - not for those reasons.~
@36   = ~You should get to bed, Faren. You'll feel better in the morning.~
@37   = ~Yes, I do. Come over to my bedroll, Faren.~
@38   = ~You're so sensible sometimes it makes me sick. In a good way. Oh, <CHARNAME>, I do love you.~
@39   = ~(Faren plants a sound kiss on your forehead before weaving over to his bedroll. You hear him begin to snore soon after.)~
@40   = ~Ugh. Oh. My throat feels like someone took a cheesegrater to it.~ [FHF147]
@41   = ~Hey, are you up? Last night was - it was really stupid. I'm sorry for acting like an idiot.~ [FHF148]
@42   = ~No need to apologise. We all do stupid things sometimes.~
@43   = ~I appreciate the apology, Faren - thank you.~
@44   = ~You think you can apologise your way out of this? It was terrible seeing you like that!~
@45   = ~To be honest, I'm glad you're as upset about this as I am.~
@46   = ~Let's just put it behind us, shall we?~
@47   = ~Well, that's true. Thanks.~
@48   = ~No problem. Wish I didn't have anything to say sorry over, but that's neither here nor there.~
@49   = ~Okay, maybe saying sorry isn't enough for you, but it's all I can do right now. That and saying I won't do it again. So: I won't do it again.~
@50   = ~That's an...interesting way of looking at it, and I'll probably be able to work it out once my head stops aching.~
@51   = ~Oh, I'm good with that. We should probably get going, then - I'll feel better for walking around.~
@52   = ~But I also wanted to say sorry for not considering what you might be thinking. About this whole thing. How are you doing with it?~
@53   = ~I can't stop thinking about it - the dead, the burning...~
@54   = ~I feel all right, though I feel sorry for those hurt because of my kind.~
@55   = ~I'm fine. To be honest, I'm just glad it wasn't me in there.~
@56   = ~I know. Hells, I know you get those bad dreams - it's hard to hear you tossing and turning. Wish I could do something more to help.~
@57   = ~That sounds the right kind of thought. I don't want you getting too...wound up about all this.~
@58   = ~You're not sorry about them getting hurt? Huh. Well. I guess it's good you're not getting too...wound up about all this.~
@59   = ~I'm here if you want comfort, anyway. And I won't do something dumb over it again. I promise.~
@60   = ~Okay, is anyone else shocked about this? <CHARNAME>? Are you going to do your deadpan thing again, 'cause this time it's really not going to work.~ [FHF59]
@61   = ~We killed a dragon! More than one of them! Okay, the first one wasn't exactly a dragon, but it looked enough like one to scare me the hell away.~
@62   = ~You should be proud of yourself. We're proper dragonkillers, now!~
@63   = ~I've killed dragons, before. They're not so tough.~
@64   = ~You ought to be proud, too. I couldn't have done it without you.~
@65   = ~We shouldn't get complacent. There's danger right round the corner.~
@66   = ~There you go again, being all matter-of-fact. Would it kill you to be surprised over something once in a while?~
@67   = ~Generally, surprises end up with someone I care about getting kidnapped.~
@68   = ~I like to be prepared. That's how we survive.~
@69   = ~I'm not matter-of-fact, I'm damn proud of myself! Where can I find a taxidermist?~
@70   = ~Oh, I'm proud. I'm as proud as a mother hen, but that doesn't stop me being surprised. I'll have to throw a dragon-killing party for you once this is over.~
@71   = ~There you go again, being all gloomy. Would it kill you to get excited over something once in a while?~
@72   = ~Generally, "excitement" involves someone getting kidnapped.~
@73   = ~I'm not gloomy, I'm sensible. There's a difference.~
@74   = ~Fair enough. Well, I plan to throw a party for you sometime. Probably once we're out of this killing-the-Five business, but it'll be a good one nonetheless.~
@75   = ~Yeah, of course. I'm not saying that's wrong. But, sometime, I'll have to throw a party for you. Because, come on - killing a Bhaalspawn dragon? That's pretty amazing!~
@76   = ~That's the spirit! We'll have the head as the centre-piece at our dragon-killing party which I'll throw you.~
@77   = ~'Scuse me if I'm a little giddy. It's the adrenalin!~
@78   = ~I had this really weird dream last night. Can I tell you about it?~ [FHF60]
@79   = ~I'm a little busy right now, Faren, in case you hadn't noticed.~
@80   = ~Was I in it? What did I do?~
@81   = ~Go on, Faren?~
@82   = ~Yeah, I guess it is kind of frivolous. I'll try to remember it so I can tell you later!~
@83   = ~What DIDN'T you do, is more the question.~
@84   = ~Don't worry, you can have my dreams by proxy. They are pretty weird though.~
@85   = ~Heh, don't worry, I have those too. These sorts of dreams - really weird and not making much sense - I do have quite a lot.~
@86   = ~I don't know, the dream never got that far: my brain was too interested in the finer workings of this strange secret agent place, I guess. Heh, my dreams are weird.~
@87   = ~Sometimes I think I should write them down or something. I know, I could get them analysed!~
@88   = ~I think the dream means you shouldn't be eating cheese before bedtime.~
@89   = ~You must have some deep-seated issues with jellyfish.~
@90   = ~I don't think you can read much into that one.~
@91   = ~Gods, I honestly have no idea what it means.~
@92   = ~Ugh, cheese at night? Not my style. Anyway, doesn't that give you nightmares? This dream wasn't a nightmare, it was just odd.~
@93   = ~Anyway. Sorry to distract from all this Bhaal stuff with stupid dreams, but I thought you'd find it funny to hear about.~
@94   = ~Your dreams aren't stupid, they're fun to hear about. We could do with some cheer.~
@95   = ~It is a bit frivolous, but I'll let it go this time.~
@96   = ~Well, next time keep quiet. We are busy at the moment.~
@97   = ~Heh, now I love you and all, but I'm not going to believe that.~
@98   = ~I'm glad you like them! I'll make sure I have some more...~
@99   = ~Phew, that's a relief. Heh, I'll try to have less frivolous dreams next time.~
@100  = ~Then I'll definitely try to write them down - and bother you with them when you've got a spare moment.~
@101  = ~Ha! Yeah, jellyfish are weird - all long tendrils and stuff.~
@102  = ~Yeah, it's pretty abstract even so far as my dreams go.~
@103  = ~Obviously everyone's going to be telling tons of stories about you and what you did throughout the land. But what do you think they'd say about me?~ [FHF61]
@104  = ~I don't know if they'd talk about you much, Faren...~
@105  = ~Your lackadaisical attitude, of course.~
@106  = ~Your prowess in combat.~
@107  = ~Your fine ass, of course.~
@108  = ~Ha ha, <CHARNAME>, very funny. "Faren Blacknall, friend of <CHARNAME>, had a fine ass" does have a certain something, but it's not the most heroic of reputations.~
@109  = ~Since when did you care what people thought of you?~
@110  = ~You should be thankful. I wish I wasn't famous at all.~
@111  = ~Chin up, these stories don't matter to us anyway.~
@112  = ~I guess not.~
@113  = ~You should be thankful. I wish I wasn't so famous.~
@114  = ~That'll be great, won't it? "And Faren Blacknall, friend of <CHARNAME>, was a lazy bastard." I don't see that striking a chord with any minstrels.~
@115  = ~Heh, striking a chord?~
@116  = ~"Faren Blacknall, friend of <CHARNAME>, could stab you in the face pretty damn well." Fun, but I don't see it as the best of reputations.~
@117  = ~I don't care what they say about me, not really. It's just...~
@118  = ~It's not that I want people to talk about me or anything like that, it's just...~
@119  = ~Sometimes I wish the same thing - but because of the trouble that it causes you, not because I'm not famous. It's just...~
@120  = ~I know. And I don't care what they say about us, not really. It's just...~
@121  = ~Thanks, but that's not the point. It's not that I want people to talk about me or anything like that, it's just...~
@122  = ~Very good. It was unintentional, by the way!~
@123  = ~(sigh) It's not that I want people to be really flattering to me in song or anything like that. It's just...~
@124  = ~No, I'm not. It's nothing like that, I promise you. It's just...~
@125  = ~Well, you're an incredibly powerful, famous and influential Bhaalspawn. Sometimes it's a bit overwhelming travelling with you, you know.~
@126  = ~Are you worrying you won't be able to keep up?~
@127  = ~Oh, get over yourself, you're getting taken in by the hype. I'm just me, like I've always been.~
@128  = ~Faren, stop worrying yourself unnecessarily and let's get on with things.~
@129  = ~I am going to leave you behind literally if you don't be quiet.~
@130  = ~Yeah, exactly. I'm not a great hero, I'm not holy or inhumanly powerful.~
@131  = ~Heh - well, maybe I'm listening to all the rumours a bit too much.~
@132  = ~Come on, we should be going, otherwise I really will end up letting you down.~
@133  = ~You know what really makes me angry? Stale bread! Gah!~ [FHF62]
@134  = ~I know! You're looking forward to a good sandwich and then the bread's all hard.~
@135  = ~Did I miss the first part of this conversation?~
@136  = ~Are you all right? You're a bit flushed.~
@137  = ~I was just thinking about you and me, and everyone killing Bhaalspawn now, and - and whoever decided you had to go through even more after Irenicus, and your soul, and Hell of all places, I just want to stab them in their stupid face!~
@138  = ~I don't think I've ever seen you angry like this before.~
@139  = ~I know, it's a bad situation, but you can't let it get to you like this.~
@140  = ~It makes me angry too! Who do they think they are?~
@141  = ~No one decided this, Faren. It's just the way it is.~
@142  = ~That's because I haven't needed to be! But now? Now there are bounty hunters after my <PRO_GIRLBOY>friend's head and it just makes me so--~
@143  = ~I know! There are bounty hunters after my <PRO_GIRLBOY>friend's head and it just makes me so--~
@144  = ~Okay. Okay, I'm sorry. I was looking forward to us just being together for a bit. Not having so much weird stuff going on, you know?~
@145  = ~I'm sorry I've dragged you into my problems again.~
@146  = ~I love that you're so protective over me, but it's okay. I can handle what's going on.~
@147  = ~Well, I don't want you getting this angry, even about me. It's not good for you.~
@148  = ~Stow it, Faren. I need you on the ball, now more than ever.~
@149  = ~What, are you kidding? No, you're actually not. Look. I will not allow you to apologise for 'dragging' me into anything. I'm here because I love you, so get over it.~
@150  = ~I love you too. I just don't like that I've messed up your life.~
@151  = ~I'll let it go if you let this anger of yours go.~
@152  = ~I'll apologise if I damn well please.~
@153  = ~Can you? Oh - damn, I'm sorry. If there's anyone you can't handle I haven't met them yet, so I don't mean to sound like I've lost confidence in you, because I haven't. I promise you that.~
@154  = ~Good, because I will win.~
@155  = ~I would hate to lose that confidence, Faren. It's what keeps me going.~
@156  = ~It's okay to be worried, Faren. I am.~
@157  = ~Hey, I'll get angry about you if I want. You're my <PRO_GIRLBOY>friend, it's my right!~
@158  = ~Well, I don't like it when you're angry, so just stop it!~
@159  = ~Look, I can take anyone that tries to make trouble, so just relax.~
@160  = ~Would a kiss calm you down?~
@161  = ~Don't shout at me, Faren. I'm not the bad guy here!~
@162  = ~Since I've met you I've gone from down-and-out in the Trademeet prison to a worryingly-close-to-famous adventurer getting nightly sex from the hottest Bhaalspawn in the land.~
@163  = ~I don't know about you, but I sure wouldn't call that messing up my life. Unless by 'messing up' you mean 'significantly improving'.~
@164  = ~All right, I get it. I'm glad you like to be with me.~
@165  = ~Then what's there to be so angry about?~
@166  = ~You do know just what to say, don't you?~
@167  = ~Yeah, that sounds fair. Okay, letting go now.~
@168  = ~Fine. I can't out-stubborn you even on my good days, so I'll just say this: I certainly don't have to listen. When you feel the to apologise for all the good things you've done for me, warn me beforehand and I'll get some earplugs.~
@169  = ~I...I have dust in my eye and I'm going to blow my nose now for a completely unrelated reason. You're the best.~
@170  = ~Of course you will, I know! Oh, I like it when you go all implacable on me.~
@171  = ~So am I, but it's not the same as not believing in you. Which I don't.~
@172  = ~Uh, I mean, I do believe in you.~
@173  = ~Well, I don't like being angry either!~
@174  = ~I might not be able to enjoy it because of people like that bitch Illasera--~
@175  = ~Gods, I'm sorry. Phew. Okay, I'm calming down right now.~
@176  = ~Good, because I'm not having you beat yourself up over this. It's pointless.~
@177  = ~I - I can kind of see that logic. Yeah. Okay, I'll buy that.~
@178  = ~Heh, well, I'm not on top form right now.~
@179  = ~Ugh, I'm going to go and have a quick sit-down and a drink. Don't worry, <CHARNAME> - I'll be fine.~
@180  = ~Mmm, definitely the fine ass.~
@181  = ~Probably the fact that you're in a relationship with me.~
@182  = ~Hmmm, I guess not.~
@183  = ~Are you jealous? I wouldn't have thought you would be.~
@184  = ~It's okay, I'll make sure people do talk about you.~
@185  = ~It's okay, I'll make sure people talk about you in a better way.~
@186  = ~I was just kidding. I don't think you come across as lazy to anyone but me, anyway.~
@187  = ~Ha, that'll be great. "Faren Blacknall, friend of <CHARNAME>, had a great ass." Fun, but I don't see it as the best of reputations.~
@188  = ~Heh. "Faren Blacknall, consort of <CHARNAME>, was at least fantastic in bed." Fun, but I don't see it as the best of reputations.~
@189  = ~It's not that I want people to be really flattering to me in song or anything like that. It's just...~
@190  = ~Well, you're an incredibly powerful, famous and influential Bhaalspawn. And I'm me.~
@191  = ~I worry sometimes. Not that you'd leave me behind, but that, well...~
@192  = ~That you wouldn't be able to keep up?~
@193  = ~I am going to leave you behind if you don't be quiet.~
@194  = ~Yeah, exactly. I'm not a great hero, I'm not holy or inhumanly powerful. I'm just Faren and I guess I don't want to let you down.~
@195  = ~You never could let me down.~
@196  = ~Have you looked at yourself recently? You may not be inhuman, but you're pretty damn powerful.~
@197  = ~If you ever do have trouble keeping up, I'll always wait for you.~
@198  = ~If you didn't pull your weight I wouldn't keep you around, so get over this inferiority thing.~
@199  = ~I'm not a great hero, I'm not holy or inhumanly powerful. I'm just Faren and I guess I don't want to be left behind. I don't want to let you down.~
@200  = ~I don't think it's that unnecessary a worry. I don't want to let you down because of not being powerful enough.~
@201  = ~If you didn't pull your weight I wouldn't keep you around, so get over it~
@202  = ~You know, you're lucky you're so attractive, because sometimes you're not exactly a charmer.~
@203  = ~No pressure or anything, eh? But it is helpful to hear you say that. A bit stressful, but in a good way. So I guess - thanks, sweetie!~
@204  = ~Well. That's true, when you put it that way. So I guess you're stuck with me whether you like it or not...~
@205  = ~Well, that's - kind of patronising, actually. But reassuring, in that weird way you manage to get. I guess you're stuck with me then, whether you like it or not!~
@206  = ~Well, that's kind of reassuring, in that weird way you manage to get. I guess you're stuck with me then, whether you like it or not!~
@207  = ~I'm kind of busy right now, Faren.~
@208  = ~Was I in it?~
@209  = ~Ooh, go on? This could be interesting...~
@210  = ~Were you ever!~
@211  = ~I don't think you can read too much into that one.~
@212  = ~Gods, I have no idea what it means.~
@213  = ~Ugh, cheese at night? It's not my style. Anyway, doesn't that give you nightmares? This dream wasn't a nightmare, it was just odd.~
@214  = ~You're never a distraction.~
@215  = ~Your dreams aren't stupid, they're fun!~
@216  = ~Well, next time keep quiet. We are pretty busy.~
@217  = ~I'm glad you like them!~
@218  = ~Phew, that's a relief. Heh, I'll try to have less frivolous dreams.~
@219  = ~Ha! Yeah, jellyfish are weird - all long tendrils and stuff. Yuck!~
@220  = ~So I figure there are only so many other Bhaalspawn left in the world that want to make our lives difficult. When all's said and done, what are we going to do next? You and me, I mean?~ [FHF63]
@221  = ~I think it's a little premature to be thinking about that sort of thing.~
@222  = ~I will be continuing the work in my God's name, Faren. I would hope to have you by my side, but if you don't, I'd understand.~
@223  = ~I will be serving Nature, Faren. To have you by my side would do me honour, but I'd understand it you would rather not.~
@224  = ~I can't see myself settling down, starting a family - there's too much to do.~
@225  = ~I don't know if we'll be together forever, Faren. We'll just have to wait and see.~
@226  = ~I'd like to have a family, and I'd like you to be a part of that.~
@227  = ~I know it is. I don't want you to think that I'm not focused, because I definitely am. There's just a lot on my mind as well.~
@228  = ~Yeah, there's loads of the world I haven't seen yet.~
@229  = ~I thought you'd say something like that - I've seen the way you look at children. All wistful, when you think no one's looking.~
@230  = ~Yeah, I know what you mean. Everything's so crazy it's hard to keep things in perspective.~
@231  = ~Sometimes I'm almost a little jealous. I'm not, I swear - I'm happy for you, and proud of you - but man, you've got such drive.~
@232  = ~I feel like I don't have any purpose. Outside of sticking by your side, I don't know what I'm going to do with myself. I don't even know what I'd want to do.~
@233  = ~You've been doing good things, Faren - and you can carry on that way. It's satisfying to help others.~
@234  = ~You're a powerful man, Faren. You'd be remiss not to continue taking advantage of that in any way you can.~
@235  = ~I know it's scary to think about the future sometimes, but we'll sort something out together.~
@236  = ~I don't know what to suggest. You're the only one that answer these questions, Faren.~
@237  = ~Well, you're a great cook and you like to drink. What about opening a restaurant or a pub, something like that?~
@238  = ~I'm really sorry but I don't think I can think about this sort of thing right now.~
@239  = ~I'm as clueless as you are. Ever since leaving Candlekeep, I've just been reacting to things people throw at me - I've never had to make choices for myself.~
@240  = ~It's okay, I'm sorry for bringing it up. I'll have a think some other time.~
@241  = ~I know. Sometimes I can't resist taking the easy way out and getting your opinion, though!~
@242  = ~Maybe. It has felt pretty rewarding, so I guess - I could open a school or something, I don't know.~
@243  = ~Maybe. It has felt pretty good being the top dogs for once, so I guess - I could have a fighting ring or something, I don't know.~
@244  = ~I get you. Things kind of seem like that to me with my life as well, though I think you've handled it a lot better than I have.~
@245  = ~Even if I have no idea what to do, it'll be good 'cause I'll be with you.~
@246  = ~Ha, I'd never thought about that. Can you imagine me in one of those puffy hats? But still...~
@247  = ~I've been - well, I've muddled through most of my life. Never mattered before, but it does now - and I think that's because of you.~
@248  = ~I'm glad I've helped you feel more focused, Faren.~
@249  = ~If you've gotten this far just by muddling, I don't think you have to worry.~
@250  = ~Well, it's good you're finally sorting yourself out.~
@251  = ~Do I say 'thank you' or 'you're welcome' to that?~
@252  = ~Thank you, though I think I got by on luck more than anything else.~
@253  = ~I don't know if I feel embarrassed, or inspired, or if it's that I've seen what someone with purpose can do. But I really want some purpose for myself.~
@254  = ~You shouldn't be embarrassed. These things take time.~
@255  = ~Well, I think you've done very well for someone who apparently has no purpose.~
@256  = ~Don't be so downcast. You're sorting yourself out now, that's the important thing.~
@257  = ~So you should. I don't like that you don't know what to do with yourself.~
@258  = ~That's true enough. It just sometimes feels like there's less time than I'd like.~
@259  = ~Thank you, <CHARNAME>. But I know I want to change.~
@260  = ~Well, I know if I've got you on my side, I can do anything.~
@261  = ~Okay, it's time for Faren to take his life by the horns! Or something like that...~
@262  = ~I feel like we're standing at the bottom of a well. And it's so far to the top that you can't tell if it's day or night, but there's something there and you don't know what.~ [FHF64]
@263  = ~Pull yourself together, you. Talking like that won't help anything.~
@264  = ~I know exactly what you mean. We're about to face our greatest foe.~
@265  = ~That's kind of melodramatic. What happened to my lighthearted Faren?~
@266  = ~This is where we find out what we're made of. I assume you're ready for it.~
@267  = ~It's actually kind of relaxing to just come out and say it. I'm quaking in my boots a little, I don't mind telling you.~
@268  = ~Yeah, and it's a little scary. Well. That's an understatement.~
@269  = ~Ha! When we get through this fight, I promise I'll get back to my old self. Just quaking in my boots a little.~
@270  = ~As ready as I ever will be. Just quaking in my boots a little.~
@271  = ~Weird thing is, it's not the kind of scared I used to feel. I feel really - well, this sort of cold certain feeling, which isn't something I'm used to.~
@272  = ~What I'm failing hugely to get at is that I'm with you, no matter what happens in there.~
@273  = ~And if I fulfil my destiny, and take on Bhaal's power?~
@274  = ~I love you, Faren. Don't worry, I don't plan on leaving you anytime soon.~
@275  = ~It means a lot to me to know that you're at my back.~
@276  = ~Then...well, I think we should wait and see what happens, shouldn't we? No sense making plans when we - when we...~
@277  = ~I love you, too, but I think we should wait and see what happens, shouldn't we? No sense making plans when we - when we...~
@278  = ~Good. That's what I'm here for. Then once - once we...~
@279  = ~(Faren yanks you by the hand into a tight hug and keeps you there for a minute or two. When he pulls back, he gives you a slightly wobbly grin.)

Let's get to this, yeah?~
@280  = ~Okay, so I was this weird secret agent for Cowled Wizards. I knew lots of really sensitive information, so whenever they sent me out on missions they temporarily wiped my memory.~
@281  = ~You had your memories, and you hung out with me when my memory was wiped. I never remembered what happened on the missions, though, so I didn't get to talk to you about them.~
@282  = ~Then there was this really weird bit where loads of jellyfish started floating around shouting love poetry and turning everyone's clothes into frogs, so I have no idea what that was about.~
@283  = ~Mazzy was my wife from one of the missions, and she turned up at the secret base and tried to get me to remember her, but I couldn't.~
@284  = ~Jaheira ran the whole operation, and she got really sniffy whenever you tried to be too nice to me.~
@285  = ~Aerie was the cleric who healed us after missions that went wrong, and she had this huge pet cat that kept on trying to sit on my feet.~
@286  = ~Cernd was the janitor, and he kept on making really cryptic comments that no one could understand - which isn't that different to usual, actually.~
@287  = ~Keldorn was this hard-bitten guard who was investigating everything, and he kept on being told to stop, but he wanted to rescue us so he carried on trying.~
@288  = ~Edwin was the guy who did all the mind wiping, but he suffered a crisis of conscience and wiped his own memory of the ability to do magic.~
@289  = ~Imoen was another secret agent, and she got her memory back and went around freeing everyone, and then she took us out for ice cream.~
@290  = ~Jan was mute, actually, and just stared at me. Just stared...like he was seeing something no one could see.~
@291  = ~Anomen was one of the people I had to talk to on a mission - he knew me from before, though, and kept on asking where I had come from, and I didn't know, and he, er, made me cry.~
@292  = ~Then Korgan came along, riding the jellyfish, and said he was my mum and had come to take me home.~
@293  = ~Minsc WAS a hamster, and he just sat around in the main office and ran around in his wheel.~
@294  = ~Sarevok helped me with one of my missions - rescuing a cat and taking it to a new home.~
@295  = ~Valygar was the head of security at the secret base, and he had pet dogs.~
@296  = ~Haer'Dalis just followed me around everywhere asking if I knew where the cheese was.~
@297  = ~Nalia was another secret agent, but she had done something wrong and had been taken away to this mysterious place as a punishment.~
@298  = ~Sebastian was this little kid who kept on following me around and pulling my hair.~
@299  = ~Andrei was my old handler - he'd been taken off the job because of beating up someone who had tried to hurt me.~
@300  = ~Nathaniel was the chef - he kept on making lots of really nice steaks, but no cakes. Weird.~
@301  = ~Well. That's some dream.~
@302  = ~I wish my dreams were that fun. They're filled with prophecy and Bhaal-related things.~
@303  = ~Your dreams are weird. Really, really weird.~
@304  = ~You looked after me when my memory was wiped. I never remembered what happened on the missions, though, so I didn't know how nice you were to me.~
@305  = ~Wow, that's some dream.~
@306  = ~That's really sad! Did we ever get to recognise our love?~
@307  = ~I wish my dreams were that fun. They're just all filled with Bhaal-related things.~
@308  = ~Huh, I'd been hoping that it was a sexy dream!~
@309  = ~What of the inevitable pain you must cause to the one you love? This man, the one whom you call "Faren".~
@310  = ~That's ridiculous! I haven't suffered because of being with <CHARNAME>...~
@311  = ~Faren? Faren, is that you? It's so dark...~ [FHF65]
@312  = ~Jessalyn? I...I thought you couldn't be raised? The Shade Lord killed you, and we couldn't do anything to stop it...~ [FHF66]
@313  = ~It is you, then? Oh, Faren, I was so scared. I've never been so frightened as when those monsters ripped me apart. I heard Araden's soul screaming in the dark, and I wept.~ [FHF67]
@314  = ~I didn't mean for it to work out this way, I swear!~ [FHF68]
@315  = ~You lie. You lie as you did when you journeyed with us. Who neglected to prepare before we faced the shadows? Who insisted we go forth to kill them?~ [FHF69]
@316  = ~Jessa - no - that's not what I - I didn't mean for this to happen, you know it!~ [FHF70]
@317  = ~The shadows ripped me to pieces as I lay dying on the ground, but it was you who murdered me, Faren! You and you alone!~ [FHF71]
@318  = ~Don't say those things to Faren! He did what he could!~
@319  = ~Stop tormenting Faren, spirit! He's been through enough!~
@320  = ~Gorion, stop this! I won't let this go any further!~
@321  = ~Faren, this isn't really your friend. Don't listen to it!~
@322  = ~Pretty enterprising. Good on him for getting out while he could - and useful for us, too, heh.~
@323  = ~Faren! How can you say something like that when so many people are dead?~
@324  = ~Easily. Oh, come on. You know it's best not to dwell on that stuff.~
@325  = ~...another one? <CHARNAME>, you really know how to pick your enemies, don't you?~
@326  = ~I shall purge Bhaal's essence from you, unworthy one, for you are merely an insect before my might!~
@327  = ~Mercenaries have to eat too, not just the poor. Shouldn't the priests be in charge of making sure everyone's got enough?~
@328  = ~Well, <CHARNAME>'ll be able to deal with it, don't worry yourself.~
@329  = ~I wish I could join Balthazar's army. It would be so much fun!~
@330  = ~Less fun than you think, kiddo, if it's anything like the militia. Make use of your daydreaming time while you can!~
@331  = ~Oi, you. Would you be interested in being employed by the monks? The pay's good, and the weather's sunny.~
@332  = ~Heh, you know what? I would've jumped at the chance if you'd asked me a year ago, but I've got other things to do right now.~
@333  = ~Hate to be a dampener on all this charity, but what's stopping another of Balthazar's heavies beating him up?~
@334  = ~I am not wholly helpless, and I have herbs on my person to bolster my strength. I am delighted that there is some good left in this town!~
@335  = ~I could buy that, if it wasn't for the fact that he's double-crossed us every time we've seen him before. Surely there's something other way of doing this?~
@336  = ~Come on, <CHARNAME>, I think the lady needs a bit of alone time.~
@337  = ~Hmph! How impertinent!~
@338  = ~Come on, it's a soul you're talking about. It's not surprising that he got cold feet, is it?~
@339  = ~Being friendly's not a crime. Though if it was, there wouldn't be many in this town who committed it.~
@340  = ~These are difficult times. Now I'll thank you to leave.~
@341  = ~Oh, by the gods. Does he have a <CHARNAME>-tracking amulet, or something?~
@342  = ~I don't like the sound of this "batch" business. Maybe we could head back to Balthazar and...~
@343  = ~Hey, this isn't exactly the sweetest-smelling of places either. Those in glass houses...~
@344  = ~Ugh, kobolds. They always get underfoot and try to bite your legs...nasty little things.~
@345  = ~Hey, hey - don't be like that, you can make it. <CHARNAME>, could you--~
@346  = ~...okay. Right. Well, I think we know it's a given that I don't want you to leave. We've got a really good thing going, and you make me feel so happy that sometimes I don't know where to look.~
@347  = ~What do you think I ought to do, Faren?~
@348  = ~I don't want to lose you, Faren.~
@349  = ~I'm sorry. I do feel that I should accept my birthright.~
@350  = ~Hells if I know.~
@351  = ~I don't think I need to say I don't want to lose you, either.~
@352  = ~I get that. I do.~
@353  = ~I love you, <CHARNAME>. I love spending time with you, talking to you - damn if I don't think you're a fine piece of ass, if that's not completely inappropriate to say at a time like this.~
@354  = ~Since I met you - I've actually done something with my life, and I feel so damn lucky to have you with me. We can't know what'll happen in the future between us, but we do know if you become a god, we won't be able to be together.~
@355  = ~But I know you'd hate it if you stayed with me and regretted it. And so would I. You could do some amazing things if you became a god. Not that you can't do amazing things if you stay a mortal. Oh, you know what I mean!~
@356  = ~Then this is goodbye. Good luck, always. I hope you remember me with a smile, and...~
@357  = ~(Faren grabs you and hugs you so tightly you can barely breathe.)

And you'd better answer my prayers, godsdammit!~
@358  = ~...Oh - oh. Did that...actually happen?~
@359  = ~You look a little shocked, Faren.~
@360  = ~I want to be with you, Faren. Is that so hard to believe?~
@361  = ~Well, you're not getting rid of me now.~
@362  = ~So - you're staying - and things are going to go back to normal? I...~
@363  = ~Damn it, <CHARNAME>, I had this whole speech about how I wasn't going to hold it against you when you said you wanted the Bhaal essence! What am I supposed to do now? Scrap it?~
@364  = ~I could always take the essence instead, if you'd prefer...~
@365  = ~You could always say it anyway. It might be good for a laugh.~
@366  = ~Oh, Faren. Never change.~
@367  = ~No! You're mine, now, and there's nothing you can do about it.~
@368  = ~Oh, it was about how I'd become your high priest so I could get close to you...but now I think about it, it sounds kind of stalkery...~
@369  = ~Now that I can promise. I'll be good for a laugh for as long as I can. When I can't any more, you have my permission to put me out to pasture.~
@370  = ~Speeches aside - I can't tell you how glad I feel that you'll still be around. Can you see how much my hands are shaking? Ugh, a battle and then this? I definitely need a break.~
@371  = ~Seal them both in there, I say. They deserve each other.~
@372  = ~<CHARNAME>, come on, you're just making it worse for him.~
@373  = ~Please - just leave me alone...~
@374  = ~Now, okay, <CHARNAME>. I get that you might enjoy a game of cards, but with a demon? Maybe not such a good idea.~
@375  = ~Uh huh. And what a palace of wonder you have.~
@376  = ~Your sarcasm is most boring. Of course someone like you could not possibly understand what I have here!~
@377  = ~Yeesh. What a life...~
@378  = ~Go for it, <CHARNAME>, if it's going to get us out of here.~
@379  = ~Looks like you got a good deal, ending up in Candlekeep. Imagine growing up somewhere like this...~
@380  = ~Oh, so now she decides she's all lovey-dovey about her son? What a bitch!~
@381  = ~Oh, sure, because being a bounty hunter is such a fulfilling vocation.~
@382  = ~That's so damn stupid! I can see that you were scared, but what were you thinking, making a deal like that?~
@383  = ~Don't let it get you down too much. You'll be able to adapt, if you're strong. Look at <CHARNAME> - <PRO_HESHE>'s pretty impressive.~
@384  = ~That's okay, I think I can check the area over and get it sorted. Shouldn't take too long.~
@385  = ~Of course she wouldn't! Sheesh, you'd think you wanted to get shot, or something.~
@386  = ~Just leave her alone. She obviously doesn't want any of what you're offering - or forcing.~
@387  = ~Thanks, Imoen. Now we're all stuck with that image.~
@388  = ~I'm sorry! It's like that game when you can't think of pink elephants...~
@389  = ~Oh, now you've made me think of-- um, never mind.~
@390  = ~Somehow I get the feeling you're not taking this seriously.~
@391  = ~On the contrary, I am treating it with the utmost seriousness. There are simply so many observations to be made...~
@392  = ~We-ell, okay, that is good - but a little healthy caution never hurt anyone.~
@393  = ~Tell me about Faren.~
@394  = ~Faren has become one of the most renowned adventurers in the Realms in his travels with <CHARNAME>. His deadly blade and his lightning-quick speed mean that his opponents are dead before they even see him.~
@395  = ~Flattery. But, you know, it doesn't sound half bad. Hopefully you'll sell a lot of copies.~
@396  = ~Faren has become one of the most renowned adventurers in the Realms in his travels with <CHARNAME> - not to mention a devoted companion at <PRO_HISHER> side. Their love is a passionate force that has bound them together since their meeting--~
@397  = ~Sorry, but it wasn't actually that big a deal when we first had a thing. Well. Not for me, anyway. Not that I don't love you, <CHARNAME>...~
@398  = ~Excellent, excellent, it's always good to get material straight from the horse's mouth, as it were...~
@399  = ~(Faren's affection for you is no secret, so it is hardly surprising that his attention is on you.)~
@400  = ~(He peers at you closely for a few moments, then smiles.)

You know, you couldn't tell just from looking at you how much you've been through. You're...you're so strong you amaze me sometimes.~
@401  = ~(He glances at your backside and grins approvingly.)~
@402  = ~(He tucks his fingertips under your chin and, with little heed to whoever may be watching, gives you a light kiss on the side of your mouth.)~
@403  = ~(He grins and ruffles his hand through your hair.)~
@404  = ~(He slaps you on the rear, then pretends to look ashamed of himself.)

Oh <CHARNAME>, I can't resist your <PRO_MANWOMAN>ly charms!~
@405  = ~(He puts his arm around your shoulder companionably. He keeps up an impressively innocent expression as his hand drifts down to touch your breast, but you can still see the glint in his eye.)~
@406  = ~(He puts his arm around your waist companionably. He keeps up an impressively innocent expression as his hand drifts down to your hip, but you can still see the glint in his eye.)~
@407  = ~You're an absolute dear, <CHARNAME>. Never change.~
@408  = ~(He kisses you on the temple and keeps his mouth there for a moment, breathing in deeply.)

Mmm. Totally going to be distracted for the rest of the <DAYNIGHT>, thinking about how you smell - but it's worth it.~
@409  = ~You know, sometimes I think we should--~
@410  = ~(He freezes, shakes his head, and laughs.)

Don't mind me. Just...carry on walking, and I'll ogle you some more.~
@411  = ~(He cracks his knuckles methodically, and when he notices you he makes a show of looking aggressive.)

Just thinking about what I'm going to do to the next person that tries to take you down.~
@412  = ~It's not that I don't think you deserve a pet name or anything, I just haven't thought of one that suits you. Sweetums? Honeybunch? Darling?~
@413  = ~Heh, none of them feel right. You're not my chickadee, you're my <CHARNAME>.~
@414  = ~(He slips his arm around your waist and leans against you as you walk.)

I'm with you to the end, <CHARNAME>. Just want you to remember that.~
@415  = ~(You turn your attention to Faren. Despite seemingly not paying you heed, he walks in step beside you, matching you stride for stride.)~
@416  = ~I'm finding it harder and harder to make decisions about what we're doing.~
@417  = ~Is there anything you need?~
@418  = ~You're looking a little tired. Are you all right?~
@419  = ~I'm so glad I've got you around. I don't know what I'd do without you.~
@420  = ~What are you thinking about?~
@421  = ~How are you feeling at the moment?~
@422  = ~I love you, Faren.~
@423  = ~How are you feeling about Saradush, now?~
@424  = ~(Flirt with Faren.)~
@425  = ~I like spending time with you, Faren, but I'd rather you didn't talk to me so much.~
@426  = ~You know, I've started to feel a bit neglected. Can you give me a bit more attention?~
@427  = ~I don't think things are working between us. I think I'd like to go back to being friends.~
@428  = ~(Leave Faren alone.)~

@430  = ~(Smile at Faren.)~
@431  = ~(Study Faren.)~
@432  = ~(Play with Faren's hair.)~
@433  = ~I can't stop myself looking at you, sometimes.~
@434  = ~(Hug Faren.)~
@435  = ~(Take Faren's hand.)~
@436  = ~(Poke Faren.)~
@437  = ~(Bend over to give Faren an eyeful of your chest.)~
@438  = ~(Bend over at Faren.)~
@439  = ~(Wolf whistle at Faren.)~
@440  = ~(Look into Faren's eyes.)~
@441  = ~(Touch Faren's face.)~
@442  = ~(Kiss Faren.)~
@443  = ~(Blow a kiss at Faren.)~
@444  = ~(Run your hands over Faren's chest.)~
@445  = ~(Squeeze Faren's thigh.)~
@446  = ~(Bathe with Faren.)~
@447  = ~I hope you're ready for some action tonight, Faren...~
@448  = ~Of course, fair enough.~
@449  = ~Can't get enough of me, eh? Of course, it's my pleasure.~
@450  = ~What, you think you can string me along for ages and then we'll go back to being friends? I don't think so!~
@451  = ~Leave me alone, <CHARNAME>. I don't want to speak to you right now.~
@452  = ~I'm not surprised. Things are starting to get...weird.~
@453  = ~I know it's hard, but I know you'll make the right choices. You always do.~
@454  = ~I have no idea. I got in way over my head the day I started travelling with you, but I don't mind.~
@455  = ~(He gives you a lascivious look.)

I can think of a few things, but we've got stuff do to.~
@456  = ~A big meal, a hot bath, and about a week's worth of sleep. I can wait, though.~
@457  = ~(He gives you a small smile.)

Nah, I've got everything I need right here.~
@458  = ~(He yawns for a few long moments, then stretches out his neck.)

'Bout falling asleep, but don't worry. I've still got your back.~
@459  = ~Well, I'm not going anywhere, so you don't need to worry about it.~
@460  = ~I know how you feel.~
@461  = ~Hey, don't think like that. You'll jinx us or something!~
@462  = ~I mean - everything's so crazy right now. I almost don't want to even think about either of us...going away.~
@463  = ~(He nods slowly, then holds your hand as you walk.)~
@464  = ~I'm thinking about Trademeet - what Lord Coprith would say if he saw me now!~
@465  = ~You, of course.~
@466  = ~That was the right answer, right?~
@467  = ~(Faren gives you a smile and does not reply.)~
@468  = ~Um, to be honest I was thinking about beef ribs versus pork ribs. Silly, I know!~
@469  = ~Achy as hell from that last fight, but I'm okay.~
@470  = ~I'm okay. You should stop worrying about me so much, though.~
@471  = ~Better for having you around.~
@472  = ~(He looks you up and down.)

Let's just say...distracted.~
@473  = ~Mmm, I love you too.~
@474  = ~(He grins, and cups your face with his hand.)~
@475  = ~I don't know who I love more - you, or whatever godly being decided to let me have you.~
@476  = ~(He winks at you.)

You'll love me even more tonight, I promise.~
@477  = ~Trying not to think about it, right now. But thanks for asking, I 'preciate it.~
@478  = ~Sorry for acting weird over it. Talk about embarrassing...~
@479  = ~I'm okay. Feeling better for doing distracting stuff.~
@480  = ~You're damn hot when you smile.~
@481  = ~There's not many people I know who'd be able to smile after being through what you have.~
@482  = ~Scratch that - there's only one.~
@483  = ~Er, that's you.~
@484  = ~(He grins back at you, then turns back to the road ahead.)~
@485  = ~(He flutters his eyelashes playfully.)~
@486  = ~(Though Faren is fairly muscular he treads lightly, moving with a natural grace. Despite his sometimes lazy manner, he is watchful, making sure that if something is lurking in the shadows he will be ready for it.)~
@487  = ~(He turns to glance at you and gives you a grin, beckoning for you to carry on walking.)~
@488  = ~(Faren looks as though he is deep in thought, his eyes fixed on the horizon, and does not seem to notice your staring.)~
@489  = ~(He rubs at his stubble absent-mindedly, winces to himself, and scratches at his neck.)~
@490  = ~(As Faren looks back at you, there is a warm look to his expression.)~
@491  = ~(Faren frees and shakes out his hair with abandon. When he straightens, his hair has much more volume than normal: it stands out from his head in a large puff.~
@492  = ~Oh dear gods, I didn't realise you were looking! Oi!~
@493  = ~(He bats at you with one hand while trying to tie his hair back with the other.)~
@494  = ~Heh, you never get tired of that, do you?~
@495  = ~Well, don't worry. I won't either.~
@496  = ~Mmm, I love it when you do that.~
@497  = ~(He laughs and tugs at your hair in return.)~
@498  = ~(Faren catches your hand and rubs his head against it like a cat.)~
@499  = ~Well, I hope you manage to focus in the next fight. Can you imagine: the mighty <CHARNAME>, felled because <PRO_HESHE> was eyeing up <PRO_HISHER> boyfriend?~
@500  = ~You're not so bad yourself, hot stuff.~
@501  = ~(He darts round so he's standing behind you, then holds you still by the hips. His mouth is at the nape of your neck, and you can feel his lips move lightly against your skin.)~
@502  = ~I hope that's better.~
@503  = ~(With a perfectly straight face, Faren nods and pats you on the shoulder.)

It's okay, I'm an unstoppable sex god. I understand.~
@504  = ~(He bursts out laughing, and puts his arm around your waist.)~
@505  = ~(You touch Faren's hand and run your fingers a little way up his arm. He laughs and gives your elbow a light pinch.)~
@506  = ~(Faren holds your hand tightly, and gives you a small, but warm, smile.)~
@507  = ~(He takes hold of your hand in both of his and gives it a quick massage.)~
@508  = ~I can think of better things your hand could be doing, you know...~
@509  = ~Ow!~
@510  = ~I'll get you for that tonight.~
@511  = ~(Faren grins over at you.)

I'm such a glutton for punishment, really...~
@512  = ~(He kicks you in the shin in return.)~
@513  = ~(Faren makes a pleased noise and pulls you close. At first, he seems content to just hold and be held by you, but then he grins and whispers in your ear.)

If we didn't have stuff to do? I would have you down on that ground in a heartbeat.~
@514  = ~(Faren wraps his arms around you and holds on tight, then whispers whispers in your ear.)

I love you.~
@515  = ~I love it when you get touchy-feely!~
@516  = ~(His hands drift down your back to rest gently on your rear.~
@517  = ~(Faren laughs, and pulls you towards him. He kisses your chest with a quick peck, then straightens.)~
@518  = ~Thanks for the taster!~
@519  = ~Mmm, I knew there was a reason I keep you around.~
@520  = ~(Faren grins appreciatively, but from his wince when he thinks you're no longer looking, and the slightly off-balance way he walks, you're sure he'll be thinking of you for some time.)~
@521  = ~(Faren half-reaches out a hand, looks around, then lets his hand fall.)

You're such a devil-woman, I tell you.~
@522  = ~(He pats you on the rear somewhat proprietarily.)~
@523  = ~(There is no reaction from Faren, but when you look back he is studiously fixing the strap on his pack, a slight flush on his cheeks.)~
@524  = ~Don't objectify me, <CHARNAME>.~
@525  = ~(Though Faren's tone is mock-severe, you catch him smiling to himself as he turns back to the task at hand.)~
@526  = ~(Faren raises his eyebrows at you with a grin.)~
@527  = ~(Faren gently pinches you on the chin, moving his hand to your neck and leaving it there for a moment or two.)~
@528  = ~Mmm, I love you.~
@529  = ~(Faren stares back at you, grinning. After a second or two he clears his throat.)~
@530  = ~Come on, we can't spend all the time woolgathering.~
@531  = ~(Faren takes your hand and presses it between his palms. He gives you a smile as he returns to formation.)~
@532  = ~(Faren half-closes his eyes and you could swear that you see an almost dreamy expression come over his face as you stroke it.)~
@533  = ~No, no, I'm all grimy!~
@534  = ~(Faren breathes deeply in through his nose, pulling you closer by the shoulders as you kiss him. In the end it is he who withdraws, wiping his mouth with a grin.)~
@535  = ~(Faren holds you tightly by the upper arms and kisses you hard, leaving your lips tingling a little as you part.)~
@536  = ~(Faren returns your kiss with ardour, sliding one hand up the back of your neck to run over your hair. When you draw apart, he looks rather breathless.)~
@537  = ~We should...definitely do that more. Tonight.~
@538  = ~(Faren is unusually gentle as he kisses you back, stroking your face with his hand as he does so. He gives you a slightly uncertain smile as you part.)~
@539  = ~(Faren bites gently at your lip as you exchange several quick, gentle kisses.~
@540  = ~(Faren holds you close, breathing heavily through his nose as he kisses you.)~
@541  = ~(When he stops he rests his forehead against yours for a second, then pulls away and grins at you.)

Ah, now I just want us to get some alone time. Why do you do this to me?~
@542  = ~(Faren purses his lips and blows a kiss back at you.)~
@543  = ~Don't tell anyone I did that, it'll ruin my tough-guy image...~
@544  = ~(Faren rolls his eyes humouringly before hooking his arm around your waist and giving you a squeeze.)~
@545  = ~Ah, <CHARNAME>, you're a peach.~
@546  = ~(He grins, but says nothing.)~
@547  = ~(Faren makes a low growling noise in his throat and grabs you, hugging you tightly.)~
@548  = ~(Faren stands very still and lets you move your hands over his chest. His breathing catches a little as you move your hands down, and he looks as though he wants to ask you to do more.)~
@549  = ~(There is a brief pause, and he gives you a strained smile before walking on.)~
@550  = ~(He grabs your hands and kisses each of your fingers in turn, squeezing them lightly before releasing them.)~
@551  = ~(He reaches out and runs his hands down your sides, his hands spread out over your hips, then leans in and whispers in your ear.)~
@552  = ~I just feel sorry for everyone else. Not only do they not have you, they've got to put up with this. Ha!~
@553  = ~(Faren gives a hiss of breath and reaches down to keep your hand on his thigh for a couple of seconds. Evidently he enjoys your attentions, for he kisses your neck lightly once you're done.)~
@554  = ~(With a murmur in the back of his throat, Faren runs his hand down your waist and gives your thigh a firm squeeze in return.)~
@555  = ~(Faren carries on looking away from you as if he has yet to notice, but you can feel his thigh tense under your hand.)~
@556  = ~(He leans forward and kisses you on the jaw.)

Never stop being you.~
@557  = ~Mmm, you'd better be ready. I have plans for you.~
@558  = ~Only one way to find out, eh?~
@559  = ~(Faren follows you up to the baths, but when you strip and get in your tub he doesn't follow suit. Instead, he rolls up his sleeves and kneels down beside you.)~
@560  = ~(With a small smile, Faren takes the soap, works up a lather and methodically rubs the grime off your travel-worn skin. Though he's obviously enjoying himself, he doesn't try to take things any further: he seems content just to help you get clean.)~
@561  = ~(After he's finished, he leans in and kisses you with a smile.)~
@562  = ~That's a fantastic idea, I feel dirtier than...than dirt.~
@563  = ~(When you get to the tubs, Faren strips and jumps into his impressively quickly. He pulls out his hair and dunks his head under the water, then proceeds to scrub at his hair with a bar of soap.)~
@564  = ~(He emerges after about a minute, and looks over at you with a sheepish grin that's mostly hidden: his sodden hair is covering most of his face.)~
@565  = ~Ahh. Much better!~
@566  = ~(Faren smiles mischievously and grabs you by the hand. He leads you up to the baths, snags both of you one in a secluded chamber, and carefully strips you down.)~
@567  = ~(As he removes each piece of your clothing, he kisses the exposed skin, even down to your ankles. That done, he prods you into the bath and follows in himself, settling on the opposite end.)~
@568  = ~(The water is steaming hot and spicily scented, and you watch Faren get comfortable and start to drop off. His eyes shut slowly and he sinks deeper into the water until he gets to his nose: then, he splurts and comes up alert.)~
@569  = ~Ugh, I got water up my nose!~
@570  = ~(Faren grins, and tosses his clothes on the bank of the pool you've found. Once naked, he jumps in, and comes up screeching at the cold.)~
@571  = ~(Once you join him in the water, he splashes up to you and puts his arms around your neck. He rubs himself up against you and makes little pleased noises as he shivers.)~
@572  = ~(He finally pulls away with a regretful expression.)

Ooof, I'd love to carry that on, but I don't want to get frostbite in any sensitive areas!~
@573  = ~Mmm, that sounds like a fun idea!~
@574  = ~(Once in the water, Faren starts lathering up with what little soap he has, and washes his hair. You sidle up to him and run your hands up and down his chest; he flicks his wet hair at you and laughs.)~
@575  = ~(Faren takes the remainder of the soap lather and spreads it over your shoulders, letting his hands drift down your chest and to your hips. He has a self-satisfied, happy smirk on his face as he makes sure every part of you is clean.)~
@576  = ~Mmm. If I'd known it'd be like this I would've jumped you way, way earlier.~
@577  = ~(Faren smiles sweetly, and peels his clothes off for you, watching you watch him. He can be quite seductive when he wants to be and, as he leads you to the water's edge and steps into the deep water, he definitely wants to be.)~
@578  = ~(He turns back, looks up at you, and with one great heave pulls you into the water, clothes and all.)
Gotcha!~
@579  = ~I can't believe you just did that!~
@580  = ~(Try to dunk him.)~
@581  = ~Don't do that again, Faren! My clothes are all wet!~
@582  = ~(Kiss him.)~
@583  = ~(Nonchalantly wash yourself.)~
@584  = ~(He smiles innocently.)

Who, me?~
@585  = ~(You manage to grab him and push him under the water. A brief wrestling match ensues, which you win: it ends with Faren clinging onto your back, obviously aroused, and panting for breath.)~
@586  = ~I'm totally doing that again next time, you do realise.~
@587  = ~(You grab him but are unable to push him under the water: instead, he pulls you against him and grinds his hips against your thigh.)~
@588  = ~Mmm. Totally doing that again next time, you do realise.~
@589  = ~(He pulls you against him and grinds his hips against your thigh.)~
@590  = ~(He sidles up behind you and puts his arms around your chest, grinding his hips against your rear.)~
@591  = ~I'm going to just up the stakes, you do realise.~
@592  = ~(Faren gives you a grin and a salute as you approach.)~
@593  = ~You're a useful companion to have around, Faren.~
@594  = ~How are you doing at the moment?~
@595  = ~A big meal, a nice warm bed and a nice warm someone to share it with. Then I'll be set. But I'm guessing that's not on the agenda right now?~
@596  = ~Yeah, can we stop for a breather soon? My blisters are getting blisters.~
@597  = ~Hey, that's good to know. Do I get a pay rise?~
@598  = ~Are you trying to get out of doing the cooking tonight?~
@599  = ~You're not so bad yourself, <CHARNAME>.~
@600  = ~Good of you to say, <CHARNAME>.~
@601  = ~Whether I should get myself a dog one of these days. Would be nice.~
@602  = ~Wouldn't you like to know!~
@603  = ~Oh, <CHARNAME>, you're like a mother hen sometimes.~
@604  = ~I'm good, thanks. Don't worry about me, I'm tough as old boots.~
@605  = ~Don't fuss, <CHARNAME>.~
@606  = ~You know, Faren, you're very attractive.~
@607  = ~What's that for, <CHARNAME>? Well, I'm glad you're feeling happy to<DAYNIGHT>.~
@608  = ~What's so funny? I didn't think I was that amusing.~
@609  = ~Ah, it's nice to see you so cheerful - especially with everything that's going on.~
@610  = ~(Faren smiles back at you, looking decidedly cheered.)~
@611  = ~(Faren takes out the strip of leather that usually keeps his hair in check and shakes it out. When loose it hangs past his shoulders in thick waves, falling a little across his face. He catches you looking at him and gives you a rueful grin as he ties it back up, more securely this time.)~
@612  = ~(You concentrate on Faren's face for a short time. He looks as though he is deep in thought, and does not seem to notice your staring.)~
@613  = ~What is it? Have I got something on my face?~
@614  = ~<CHARNAME>, if you want me to do something, just say instead of making me guess.~
@615  = ~Watch out, <CHARNAME>, my hair's not very nice at the moment - I haven't been able to wash it for a while.~
@616  = ~(Faren stops dead as you take hold of his ponytail and gives you a quizzical look.)~
@617  = ~I hope you're not trying to take me prisoner there, <CHARNAME>.~
@618  = ~(Faren's hair is soft to the touch. It is the work of a moment to untie it from the ponytail he normally wears it in. Faren gives you an injured look but he looks amused as you walk on.)~
@619  = ~Mmmm, I always like it when people do that.~
@620  = ~Thanks, <CHARNAME> - I appreciate it.~
@621  = ~Heh, you're not going to get me to do the cooking tonight that easily...~
@622  = ~(Faren gives you a grin in reply.)~
@623  = ~You sound like you're leading up to apologise for something...are you?~
@624  = ~Hey, that hurt! What was that about?~
@625  = ~(Faren prods you back on the shoulder.)~
@626  = ~Ha! And you say I'm immature...~
@627  = ~(In reply, Faren ruffles your hair.)~
@628  = ~(Faren keeps you held for a moment or two before releasing you, giving both your shoulders a squeeze.)~
@629  = ~I hope you're not about to pick my pocket...~
@630  = ~(Faren gives you a light pat on the back as he hugs you back.)~
@631  = ~Mmm, nice. Come on, though, we should get going.~
@632  = ~Hey - ah - come back here, you little--~
@633  = ~Aha!~
@634  = ~Faren, is that a cat?~
@635  = ~Where on earth did you get that cat from?~
@636  = ~What is this, a zoo? Why do you have that thing?~
@637  = ~Damn right it is! I was kind of hoping you wouldn't notice. I know it's a bit hard to keep animals on the road--~
@638  = ~I was actually kind of hoping you wouldn't notice. I know it's a bit hard to keep animals on the road--~
@639  = ~Stop squirming, for Waukeen's sake! Come and meet <CHARNAME>, <PRO_HESHE>'s not so bad.~
@640  = ~I found her running around after...well, after Saradush. She looked hungry, so I thought I'd take her along. Figured there wouldn't be a lot of folks around to look out for her.~
@641  = ~Now it all comes out. You've got a soft heart after all!~
@642  = ~This was dangerous and foolhardy. What were you thinking?~
@643  = ~Well, why not? As long as you look after her, I suppose that's fine.~
@644  = ~Excellent! She can play with my familiar.~
@645  = ~As long as she doesn't cause any problems with the baby.~
@646  = ~Yeah, I guess I do, at that. I didn't like the thought of her starving out there with no one to care for her. And she's cute, aren't you? Yes, you are!~
@647  = ~Actually, I was thinking something like "I'm miserable because a city's been levelled, and maybe this'll cheer me up". And it did, so.~
@648  = ~Of course. I'm not going to turn her loose to starve. And she won't cause you any hassle, don't worry.~
@649  = ~Hmmm...maybe? She might need a bit of time to get used to that. I mean, your familiar's a magical part of you, and she's, well, a cat.~
@650  = ~Of course! <CHARNAME>, I'd never let anything of mine hurt your baby, you know that.~
@651  = ~She's going to need a name. I haven't really called her anything yet...maybe Apricot. Or Gooseberry. Or Coriander...~
@652  = ~Never really got the chance to talk to you about things. I take it the soul's back in place, and all that? Does it feel any different?~
@653  = ~It's hard to judge, now. It feels like so long ago that it was missing.~
@654  = ~I feel like I wasn't seeing the world clearly, but now I can every see speck of dust.~
@655  = ~Before, it felt so hollow and empty, and I can still feel the echo of that.~
@656  = ~I probably wouldn't be able to put it in words, so that makes sense. Isn't it weird to think that it was only a little while ago, though? I can't get my head around it.~
@657  = ~You know what, I'm glad. Don't get distracted by the dustmotes, but you do look like more...like you, these days. Even with everything going on.~
@658  = ~Makes sense. I can't even imagine. But you will get better. I bet you just need to get used to it again.~
@659  = ~It's all a bit intense now, isn't it? Not that that's unusual for you, but it's a shame you didn't get a chance to rest.~
@660  = ~Are you saying you'd prefer to take a break?~
@661  = ~If we didn't keep moving, we'd come to a standstill. I prefer it this way.~
@662  = ~I know what you mean. I would have liked to spend more time where it was quiet.~
@663  = ~We-ell...I can always use a nap, heh. But how are you doing, in yourself?~
@664  = ~I'm moving forward, to whatever awaits. That's how it's always been.~
@665  = ~Struggling to survive, as usual. We just take each day as it comes.~
@666  = ~Finding out more about myself is exciting! I can finally learn about my heritage.~
@667  = ~I just hope that Aerie and I will be able to be happy and together.~
@668  = ~I just want Aerie and our baby to be happy and safe.~
@669  = ~Anomen makes me feel so happy, and he's so steadfast and true.~
@670  = ~I'm happy with Dorn. Together, I feel like we can do anything.~
@671  = ~I hope Hexxat and I can make something work. I wonder if she feels the same?~
@672  = ~I want Jaheira and me to stay together. We make such a good team.~
@673  = ~Although Rasaad and I have had our troubles, he still makes me feel strong.~
@674  = ~Things between Viconia and I are always so up and down, but I want to make a go of it.~
@675  = ~Now it all makes sense! You are a bit of a whirlwind, I have to say. But how are you doing, in yourself?~
@676  = ~...yeah, I think I'd have liked that, too. But don't go telling anyone, it'll ruin my reputation! I'm meant to like action, not lazing around.~
@677  = ~But how are you doing, in yourself?~
@678  = ~That's how it goes, all right. I know how that is.~
@679  = ~And I'll move forward at your side. No worries about that.~
@680  = ~Ha, well, I know all about that. You're a survivor, <CHARNAME>. I have no doubt you'll make it through.~
@681  = ~I guess it's like opening a puzzle box you've been beating your head against for a long time. Uh, not that I get frustrated at puzzles, or anything.~
@682  = ~I'm glad all this is keeping you sharp. I'll be here fighting at your side so you get a chance to learn more. No worries about that.~
@683  = ~She's a good person - stronger than I thought, when I first knew her. I'm sure you'll make it work.~
@684  = ~I do get worried about that little kid... but I'm sure you know what you're doing. Right?~
@685  = ~Anyhow, I'll be here fighting at your side. Nothing's happening to that baby on my watch - no worries about that.~
@686  = ~The two of you do look good together. I'm glad he got that stick out of his ass enough to actually make a move. Uh, please don't tell him I said that, though.~
@687  = ~Well, yeah, I have no doubt about that. You're pretty much the definition of "power couple". I'm...happy for you. And slightly concerned for the future of the world.~
@688  = ~I couldn't say I'm an expert in dead people, but she does come across as pretty taken with you. I'm sure if anyone could make it work, it'd be you.~
@689  = ~You do, don't you? I have to say, I wasn't completely convinced - don't tell her that - but I'd put a lot of money on the two of you lasting a good long while.~
@690  = ~Well, he's a good guy. And you obviously care about him. I'm sure if anyone could make it work, it'd be you.~
@691  = ~Then go for it, <CHARNAME>. Seriously, who gets the chance to be with someone they truly care about? It wouldn't be my thing, but you should go for what makes you happy.~
@692  = ~And I'll be here fighting at your side - doing my best to help that happen. No worries about that.~
@693  = ~Anyhow, I'll be here fighting at your side, no doubt about that. You can count on me.~
@694  = ~I've been thinking. I can't tell whether I should be pleased I'm not on your bad side, or scared these wars will just spread and spread until the whole world's caught up in them.~
@695  = ~I wish it was different, that I wasn't caught up in all this violence.~
@696  = ~It will all be over soon, one way or another.~
@697  = ~It's part of the nature of Bhaal's children that we never get peace.~
@698  = ~I find it exhilarating. This chaos and destruction is something we can take advantage of.~
@699  = ~I wonder what would happen if you just...said no to it all? I guess Illasera and all the rest would follow you to your door one way or another.~
@700  = ~I can't do that. There are too many people counting on me.~
@701  = ~There are too many people out for my blood to avoid all of them.~
@702  = ~Saying no to my heritage is a sure way of getting myself killed.~
@703  = ~When you say it like that, I can't quite tell if you're pleased about that or not. What do you have in mind for how it'll go?~
@704  = ~I plan to do my best for the innocents. They must not be harmed on my watch.~
@705  = ~Bhaal's essence is something I have to take - or others will take it from me.~
@706  = ~Whatever happens, it's every person for themselves. I need to survive.~
@707  = ~A while back I might've said you're being too dramatic, but right now it's looking mighty true. I guess if you just said no to it all, Illasera and all hte rest would follow you to your door one way or another.~
@708  = ~Oh, we can definitely do that. What do you have in mind for how it'll go?~
@709  = ~Like me and the rest of the merry band of misfits, you mean? Heh, that's true enough. I can't see us lasting all that long against all these Bhaalspawn without you there.~
@710  = ~Do you mean me? Heh, I'm touched - and it's true enough. I can't see me lasting all that long against all these Bhaalspawn without you there.~
@711  = ~Yeah, that's true enough. Feels odd remembering when it was just Irenicus and Bodhi! Now it's all these swathes of people after you, and me too, I suppose.~
@712  = ~You're probably right, at that. There's a lot of people interested in that essence of yours, it turns out. All these swathes of people after you - and me, too, I suppose.~
@713  = ~I've not seen a lot of wars, <CHARNAME>, but I think the innocents - whoever they are - don't get a lot of choice in the matter.~
@714  = ~Rather you than someone I don't know, I guess. At least you're easy enough to talk to! Wouldn't want to end up enslaved to some Bhaalspawn who doesn't even know my name.~
@715  = ~Yeah, that's all we can do, isn't it? For as long as we can. I used to think adventuring was something you do for a bit and then retire, but I'm wondering whether you just never stop.~
@716  = ~For my money, I have to say I'm a little worried. Not about me. About how the world will look once it's all over. So many people caught up in it who have no idea what they're into...~
@717  = ~Sorry. I'm not normally in this kind of mood. Introspection, and all that. There's something in the air that brings it out, I guess. Let's carry on, and see what there is to come.~
@718  = ~You know, I wonder what would have happened if we'd never met? I hope I wouldn't still be stuck in that jail...~
@719  = ~You would have been let out again sooner than this, wouldn't you?~
@720  = ~Is there something on your mind? You've been more thoughtful than normal lately.~
@721  = ~I'm sure you'd have found something exciting to do with your time.~
@722  = ~What do you think you'd have got up to?~
@723  = ~Oh, I don't know, Coprith was pretty angry with me... No, you're right. He wasn't that much of a hardass.~
@724  = ~No. Well, yeah. Kind of. I don't know about thoughtful, my dreams about jellyfish aren't exactly deep and introspective, but I can't help wondering.~
@725  = ~You give yourself way too little credit if you think anything I could have come up with would be as exciting as travelling with you!~
@726  = ~I'd have been let out after a few days. And then...I don't know. Maybe it's seeing you in touch with your fate and the inside of your head, but it makes me think.~
@727  = ~I guess I would have stayed at Vyatri's a while, maybe got in a few more fights, maybe Coprith would've kicked me out of the town.~
@728  = ~You wouldn't have been that bad, I'm sure.~
@729  = ~There wasn't anyone you wanted to spend time with?~
@730  = ~Did you have anything you had in mind, to do with your life?~
@731  = ~I appreciate the thought, but I really was. Hung out there pretty much every night, looking for trouble. Oh, I didn't think it was like that at the time - it was everyone else's fault, they were picking fights with me. But it was. I see that now.~
@732  = ~Other than Jeanne and the others at the pleasure tent? No, not really. No one was all that fond of me, after I left the militia, so I kept myself to myself. And look how that turned out - I thought it was everyone else's fault, they were picking fights with me.~
@733  = ~But really, I was being a moody bastard.~
@734  = ~I don't think I saw anything past the next meal. The work I did in Athkatla burned me out - too much breaking fingers and threatening to burn down people's shops. Didn't want to do that again. So I kept myself to myself, and look how that turned out.~
@735  = ~Pretty much what I'm trying to say is, I appreciate you whirlwinding into my life. You've changed things so hugely for me - for the better - and they're never going to be the same.~
@736  = ~Well, I appreciate the help you've given me.~
@737  = ~It's quite a responsibility, knowing I've affected people so much.~
@738  = ~I don't mean to change people's lives. It just happens.~
@739  = ~Do you not have any regrets, then?~
@740  = ~Well, hey. I do what I do. Good to know it's useful.~
@741  = ~At this point, I don't think you can really help it. It's just how you go.~
@742  = ~Well, sorry to say it, but at this point I don't think it's really in question. It's just how things go, with you.~
@743  = ~Oh, plenty. But travelling with you isn't one of them.~
@744  = ~Do you think these wars will just spread and spread until the whole world's caught up in them? What will we do then? Never thought I'd be thinking about this kind of thing, but it...really scares me.~
@745  = ~I hadn't really admitted that in my head till now.~
@746  = ~I wonder what would happen if we just...said no to it all? I guess Illasera and all the rest would follow us to our door one way or another.~
@747  = ~Oh, we can definitely do that. Chaos is okay - destruction, I'm not so sure about. What do you have in mind for how it'll go?~
@748  = ~Like me and the rest of the merry band of misfits, you mean? Heh, that's true enough. I can't see us lasting all that long against all these Bhaalspawn without you there. And I can't see me wanting to fight without you.~
@749  = ~Do you mean me? Heh, I'm touched - and it's true enough. I can't see me lasting all that long against all these Bhaalspawn without you there. And I'd miss you, of course.~
@750  = ~Then you should listen to it. I don't want you dying out here. Not to mention all the swathes of people after you - and me, too, I suppose.~
@751  = ~For my money, I wonder how it'll all affect you. Me, I just get on with it, and I'm not dealing with the Bhaalspawn blood like you are. But you...had no idea what you were getting into, back in the day, and now it's all so huge. I want you to be okay, however it goes.~
@752  = ~Of course I'll be all right. I always am.~
@753  = ~With you at my side, I feel much more like I will succeed.~
@754  = ~And I want you to be okay too, Faren.~
@755  = ~I don't know what will happen - we won't necessarily win.~
@756  = ~I tell you what, when you say it that way I can believe it.~
@757  = ~Oh, <CHARNAME>. You're really sweet, you know that? When you're the one actually having to deal with all this.~
@758  = ~I don't know what winning would look like, these days. But I can definitely see what you mean. The uncertainty's what bothers me, I think.~
@759  = ~Anyway, sorry to get introspective on you. There's something in the air to<DAYNIGHT> that brings it out, I guess. Let's carry on, and face whatever's next together.~
@760  = ~You've got a lot of experience behind you, so you could do anything you wanted.~
@761  = ~Yeah, I think that's part of the problem. It's been satisfying doing what we do, so I guess I could start a mercenary group or something. I don't fancy taking orders.~
@762  = ~You know, I wonder what would have happened if we'd never met? I'd probably still be stuck in that jail.~
@763  = ~I'd have been let out after a few days. And then...I don't know. Maybe it's seeing you in touch with your fate and the inside of your head and all that, but it makes me think.~
@764  = ~Pretty much what I'm trying to say is, you've done so much - I've never felt - that is, things have never been so serious between me and someone else before. But as much as I complain about not having a purpose or whatever, this thing between us makes me feel so--~
@765  = ~I can't get the words. You know what I mean.~
@766  = ~You make me feel good too, Faren. I appreciate it.~
@767  = ~It feels like a lot of responsibility, knowing I've had such an effect on you.~
@768  = ~I didn't set out to get involved with someone like this - it just happened.~
@769  = ~Oh, you. I love you so much.~
@770  = ~Face it, you've done it now - you can't stop it now! It's just how it goes. I never thought I'd be in this kind of relationship, but I love it.~
@771  = ~Yeah, it's funny how that goes. I didn't set out for it either - I was just looking for a good time. Never thought I'd be in this kind of relationship, but I love it.~
@772  = ~Oh, plenty. But this thing with you isn't one of them.~
@773  = ~Anyway. Not to get maudlin, but...I'm so glad we met. And that we ended up this way.~
@774  = ~I wasn't doing a lot with my life after Araden and Jessalyn died, and now what I'm doing actually means something. And I've got company. Which, to be honest, means a lot.~
@775  = ~Hahahaha! Ye great soppy fruitcake! Ye're a decent enough sort fer a longlimb, but ye've got a long ways to go till ye're off my to-murder list...~
@776  = ~I enjoy your company greatly, Faren. Arvoreen willing, you will continue to thrive.~
@777  = ~Anyway. Not to get maudlin, but...thank you.~
@778  = ~Hey, has anyone seen-- Oh. Oh, no.~
@779  = ~Did you see that girl Nadiyya earlier, who brought me my lunch back? Damn it, I can't find my ring anywhere. She must have taken it.~
@780  = ~You ought to take better care of your possessions, Faren. It is hardly surprising if you lose things when you are so slapdash.~
@781  = ~That's the oldest trick in the book!~
@782  = ~Where would she be? I could swear she was wearing a coin around her neck...~
@783  = ~Oh, my! We should try to find her right away! I think the coin is a symbol of Waukeen - maybe we could look at the Temple?~
@784  = ~Best to apprehend this Waukeenar as soon as we can. This manner of banditry must not be borne!~
@785  = ~A coin signifies a worshipper of Waukeen. This woman must have fallen upon hard times indeed.~
@786  = ~Foolish female. No doubt she scurried back to her precious Waukeen as soon as she had the ring in her grasp.~
@787  = ~I do think I saw her going in the direction of the Temple...~
@788  = ~What is this ring, anyway? You've never mentioned it.~
@789  = ~Didn't you notice her pickpocket you?~
@790  = ~How dare she try that on you! She's a fool if she thinks she'll get away with it.~
@791  = ~It's not really valuable, that's what's so annoying.~
@792  = ~I feel so stupid! All I was thinking was 'oh, it's hot out here, oh, it's nice that girl was around to pick up my stuff'. It's not even like the ring's valuable, that's what's so annoying.~
@793  = ~Well, we'd better find it fast - she's probably on her way to the market now. It's not even valuable, that's the annoying thing.~
@794  = ~It's...sentimental. I know, I know, you shouldn't get attached to things, but I like having it around. I don't want it hocked for a couple of gold pieces and going to some mercenary.~
@795  = ~Very well. Let's see whether we can find her, right away.~
@796  = ~If we get the chance. We do have a lot going on, right now.~
@797  = ~We're far too busy to chase this. There's too much to do.~
@798  = ~Ah, that's a relief. Appreciate it, a lot. Maybe we could try the Temple, or the inn? Someone there might know who she is.~
@799  = ~C'mon, <CHARNAME>, it's important to me. At least let's have a look around, if we get the time.~
@800  = ~See? You're not doing so bad!~
@801  = ~Really? You think so?~
@802  = ~Of course! And keep your chin up. A good attitude's the best start.~
@803  = ~Hey, Nadiyya, good to see you made it.~
@804  = ~...~
@805  = ~There's no call to look at the floor when someone speaks to you, Nadiyya. Now, you said you had something to say?~
@806  = ~...I stole from this man, and his friend said I should come and confess. So, I'm confessing.~
@807  = ~Nadiyya, that is disappointing. And dangerous - did you not pay heed to what happened with poor Asana? Thank the Golden Lady these strangers brought you here instead of handing you to the mercenaries!~
@808  = ~I told you. I told you he'd do the disappointed face!~
@809  = ~I believe she has learned her lesson. Please be lenient to this young woman.~
@810  = ~Can my friend be compensated for his time? This young woman has caused trouble for us.~
@811  = ~She must be taught that actions have consequences. I would appreciate a severe punishment.~
@812  = ~Of course, <PRO_SIRMAAM>, I understand. You had best get the broom out, Nadiyya - I want to see the kitchen floor shiny by the end of the <DAYNIGHTALL>.~
@813  = ~We have little coin, I fear - little enough to spare for our own starving citizens. Please accept our sincerest apologies.~
@814  = ~Best get the broom out, Nadiyya - I want to see the kitchen floor shiny by the end of the <DAYNIGHTALL>.~
@815  = ~Understood, <PRO_SIRMAAM>. She shall be placed in solitary confinement, where she can contemplate what she has done, and what might have happened. Perhaps she will learn some wisdom from this incident.~
@816  = ~(sigh)~
@817  = ~Thanks for getting my ring back, <CHARNAME>, I appreciate it.~
@818  = ~Maybe I should have just left it, but it's important to me. It was my mother's - she used to say some guy gave it to her when he tried to get her to run away with him, but I don't know if that's true. She and my father always laughed about it.~
@819  = ~I hope Nadiyya does okay for herself. It's really weird being on the other side of the advice fence.~
@820  = ~It's not as though you ever listen to the advice when it is given, though...~
@821  = ~Anyway...thanks.~