@0    = ~Agh. Ouch, my jaw's been clicking every time I open my mouth! I wish those guards hadn't been so happy about taking me in. They were definitely rougher than they needed to be.~ [FHF01]
@1    = ~Well, perhaps you shouldn't have got into that fight in the first place.~
@2    = ~You should have given as much as you got. You were obviously taking it lying down.~
@3    = ~Couldn't you have just broken out? It wasn't as though you were heavily guarded.~
@4    = ~At least you were only in there for a couple of days! Some people have suffered far more than that.~
@5    = ~We can get that looked at as soon as we can, if you'd like.~
@6    = ~Yeah, yeah, true. I don't know, they were so het up about the druids and all the other problems... It would've been less work for them to just let me get on with my life.~
@7    = ~But some people can't let things go, can they? I mean, I can see Vyatri's point - he didn't want any trouble, and he's quite strict about that kind of thing anyway - but the guards I ended up in the fight with barely got punished at all.~
@8    = ~To be honest? I wasn't in much of a state to give anything. I didn't want them to get more riled than they already were, and, well, there were more of them than me.~
@9    = ~Annoying thing is, I didn't start it - not really, anyway. I can see why Vyatri would've got stroppy, but the ones I ended up in the fight with barely got punished at all.~
@10   = ~I doubt it - I was right under Coprith's nose. He's a good enough guy, but I don't think he'd have been too happy to see me climb out of a window.~
@11   = ~Plus, by that point I didn't want to give them the satisfaction of knowing they'd got to me. You saw Cooper - he hardly got punished at all.~
@12   = ~Well, yeah, obviously, but I was just saying how I was feeling. No need to snap.~
@13   = ~Thanks, <CHARNAME>. But really, it's mostly my pride that was hurt. The annoying thing is that I didn't start that fight - not really, anyway. The guards barely got punished at all.~
@14   = ~But then, you've probably noticed that I'm not too popular around Trademeet. They didn't like me kicking my heels around the old place. So it's good that I'm hanging around with you now - seeing some new faces.~
@15   = ~Why were you so unpopular, if I might ask?~
@16   = ~I know how you feel. I've had a lot of people treat me that way.~
@17   = ~If you had to put up with what I do you probably wouldn't care about the people of Trademeet.~
@18   = ~Well, I'm glad to have you around, too.~
@19   = ~Well, they're a quiet lot, aren't they? They don't tend to like anything that shakes things up - which is weird, given that their noble families are so catty with each other.~
@20   = ~It's not like I'm a stranger there, but you know what small towns are like. People in small towns have long memories.~
@21   = ~Yeah, I've noticed. It must be hard, being a stranger in places. I mean, it's not like I'm a stranger in Trademeet, but you know what small towns are like. People have long memories.~
@22   = ~Yeah. Yeah, I've seen how people look at you sometimes. And I'm sorry you have to put up with being a stranger wherever you go. I can definitely relate.~
@23   = ~I mean, it's not like I'm a stranger in Trademeet, but you know what small towns are like. People have long memories.~
@24   = ~I'm glad to be around, <CHARNAME>. It's good to be out of there - some people in Trademeet have long memories.~
@25   = ~I used to be in the militia back in the day. And I didn't leave so much as get kicked out. It wasn't exactly my fault, but it wasn't exactly not my fault either, if you catch my drift.~
@26   = ~Is there anything else you want to tell me, Faren?~
@27   = ~Well, I treat people on actions, not the past. Don't worry about it.~
@28   = ~So are they going to be on our backs? I have enough problems as it is.~
@29   = ~No, that's it covered, really. Just wanted to explain why they were so cheery about throwing me in jail.~
@30   = ~I wasn't, really, but I appreciate the thought. Just wanted to explain why they were so cheery about throwing me in jail.~
@31   = ~No, no, it's ancient history to most people but those goons.~
@32   = ~Heh, I don't normally brood this much, I promise. Let's stretch our legs and move on - and maybe my jaw'll get back to normal...~
@33   = ~You know what you need? A tourguide.~ [FHF02]
@34   = ~What do you mean? I feel perfectly comfortable in these places.~
@35   = ~I was actually hoping you wouldn't draw attention to my discomfort.~
@36   = ~What, are you volunteering, then?~
@37   = ~Baby steps, Faren. I need to get used to these places on my own.~
@38   = ~Yeah? There's a bunch of guys I noticed watching you who'd probably say otherwise.~
@39   = ~Well, you know - sometimes things have to be said.~
@40   = ~Yeah. Yeah, I guess I am. I'd hate to see people take advantage of you just because you're not from around here.~
@41   = ~Well, if you need a hand then I'm here. I'd hate to see you get taken advantage of just because you're not from around here.~
@42   = ~Maybe where you're from things are different, but round here you have to watch out and keep on your toes - everyone's got a mind to tattle on you to their neighbour, or worse.~
@43   = ~If it's so bad here, why did you stick around?~
@44   = ~Leave me alone, Faren. I don't need you fussing over me like that.~
@45   = ~I assure you, I'm quite capable of watching out for myself.~
@46   = ~Not bad, exactly. I love Amn, especially in the autumn, when you can see all the trees getting so pretty. Just that I've seen people fall foul of unscrupulous types.~
@47   = ~Unscrupulous like you, you mean?~
@48   = ~I do appreciate the thought, but I'm fine on my own.~
@49   = ~Thank you for your concern. It's good to know I've got someone looking out for me.~
@50   = ~Well, I don't need your pity. I'm going to survive fine.~
@51   = ~Okay. I didn't mean to annoy you.~
@52   = ~Well...sort of. Not to mention there are a lot of unscrupulous types around - though obviously you've noticed that already.~
@53   = ~Well, everyone says that, and not all of them are right. No offence, but there are a lot of unscrupulous types around, and there's only one of you.~
@54   = ~We-ell...I'll admit that I've been on the other side of the situation a couple of times. But not so much now.~
@55   = ~Fair enough, but I'll be keeping an eye out, if you don't mind. I've been in that kind of situation before, believe me, and it wasn't much fun.~
@56   = ~You're welcome. I guess it's just that I've been in that kind of situation before, and it wasn't much fun.~
@57   = ~It's not a case of pity. I've been in that kind of situation before, and it wasn't much fun, believe me.~
@58   = ~Uh, could you come over here for a minute? I wanted to talk to you about something rather...personal.~ [FHF03]
@59   = ~I don't want to be overly mysterious, there's just something I want to tell you about. It doesn't reflect well on me, but I don't want you finding out some other way, and I certainly don't want you to send me packing for it, so I thought I'd be honest.~ [FHF04]
@60   = ~I don't want to be overly mysterious, there's just something that I want to tell you about. It doesn't reflect well on me, but I didn't want you to find out some other way, so I thought I'd be honest.~ [FHF05]
@61   = ~I don't want to be overly mysterious, there's just something that I want to tell you about. It's not anything like the kind of stuff we've been up to, but I don't want it to come up later and have you annoyed by it.~ [FHF06]
@62   = ~Remember I said I was kicked out of the military, back in Trademeet? That's true, but the reason I was kicked out was because I was blackmailing the Captain of the Guard.~ [FHF07]
@63   = ~Why would you do something like that?~
@64   = ~A fair scheme. How come you got caught?~
@65   = ~I don't think you should be telling me this. I might feel obliged to do something about it.~
@66   = ~That's terrible! I hope you're not planning to do something like that to me.~
@67   = ~I hope you don't plan to do things like that in the future.~
@68   = ~It's not nice, I know, but it could have been worse. No one really got hurt - look, just let me explain.~
@69   = ~Trust me, I've paid for it already. There's no bringing to justice needed here; I just wanted to get it off my chest. Just let me explain.~
@70   = ~Well, it wasn't that bad, though I felt like it was at the time. I'll explain, then you'll know what I'm going on about.~
@71   = ~What, did you think I'd been kicked out for treason, or something? They don't like me in Trademeet, but if it had been that bad I would have just been executed or something! Look, I'll explain, so you know what I'm going on about.~
@72   = ~I was young and stupid, though I guess that's no excuse. Me and some of my friends were at the Orchid Lounge. It's not around anymore, but it was a place where you'd go to get high.~
@73   = ~We were minding our own business when we saw Captain Jarvis there, off his face on Black Lotus. He didn't see us - I don't think he could have seen anything past his own nose.~
@74   = ~The others didn't want any trouble so they ignored him, but I managed to sneak his badge off his uniform while he was out of it. Afterwards, I told him I'd get him kicked out of the militia if he didn't give me money.~
@75   = ~I can't believe you'd do something like that, Faren. I'm starting to change my mind about you.~
@76   = ~So have you changed, nowadays? Or are you still interested in that sort of thing?~
@77   = ~You're not very ambitious, are you? You could have done something more with the information.~
@78   = ~I suppose without anyone else on your side you didn't have a leg to stand on.~
@79   = ~Okay, you can just stop there. I've heard enough about this.~
@80   = ~Why do you not think that what is nasty about this story is "You visit opium dens"?~
@81   = ~Well, despite what you might think, I didn't care that it wasn't exactly nice. I just saw something that I could try to take advantage of, so I tried.~
@82   = ~Heh, there were so many things wrong with the situation that I'd be ashamed if I hadn't changed. Trust me, I can see all the ways I went wrong.~
@83   = ~Well, some of us aren't lucky enough to have your drive. It wouldn't have made any difference, anyway.~
@84   = ~Never said a truer word. Like I said, I was stupid. I didn't think, I wasn't expecting it to go down the way it did.~
@85   = ~Oh, come on. Everyone was doing it, at least the younger guys like me. It wasn't hurting anyone. Anyway, that isn't why I got kicked out - well, it is a little. Look, just let me finish.~
@86   = ~All right, if you're sure. Let's just say, it all went to hell and I ended up on the wrong side. Once Captain Jarvis was done with me, I was out on my ear and most of the people in Trademeet acted like I'd been scraped off the bottom of someone's boot.~
@87   = ~I hate to say it, but I can't help thinking you got what you deserved.~
@88   = ~I'm sorry things went that way. It must have been frustrating for you.~
@89   = ~Ha! Well, that showed you.~
@90   = ~Well, at least it discouraged you from trying that kind of thing again.~
@91   = ~Where is this Jarvis guy? I feel some retribution coming on.~
@92   = ~He just laughed in my face and dismissed me. I thought that was that, but the following day I was charged with visiting the Orchid Lounge, dereliction of duty, abuse of illegal substances - though not Black Lotus, thank Waukeen.~
@93   = ~They kicked me out pretty quickly. He could have put me in prison, but he obviously didn't see me as a threat: once it all got out, most of the people in Trademeet acted like I'd been scraped off someone's boot, so I guess he was happy with that.~
@94   = ~Well yes, but I didn't want to tell you about it so you could rub my nose in it.~
@95   = ~Forget about it. I'm still glad I told you, because the point was to let you know what had gone down, not to get your approval, but all the same I think I'd like some time to myself.~
@96   = ~Heh, I guess. You've got a point. I didn't know what I was getting myself into, but I should have. I remember just being really, really glad that my parents weren't around at the time to see what had happened to me.~
@97   = ~Don't worry about it. People do stupid things sometimes, you're no different.~
@98   = ~Your parents weren't around? Where were they?~
@99   = ~Well, it's all in the past now. You've got to move on from these kinds of things.~
@100  = ~Would you have wanted to stay in the guards if it hadn't happened?~
@101  = ~They should have been around. Maybe then you would have thought twice before doing something like that.~
@102  = ~You're right about that! Though I think you're being a bit too kind - there's no need to feel sorry for me. I kind of deserved it, after all. I remember I was just really glad that my parents weren't around at the time to see what had happened.~
@103  = ~Heh, don't worry. I'm fine about it, especially now I've got the mental image of the mighty <CHARNAME> smacking Jarvis in his big fat mouth!~
@104  = ~Well, anything I can do to help. And if you change your mind, you know where I am.~
@105  = ~I'm serious. I don't like people doing that kind of thing to my friends.~
@106  = ~Then later you'll have to tell me some stories about the stupid things you've done!~
@107  = ~Of course, I meant everyone but me.~
@108  = ~I wouldn't even know where to start!~
@109  = ~Be careful, Faren. This isn't the time to joke around.~
@110  = ~They had died a month or two before all of that happened, in the winter fevers.~
@111  = ~I'm sorry to hear that.~
@112  = ~Maybe that's got something to do with why you ended up trying anything at all. Grief makes people act strangely a lot of the time.~
@113  = ~Oh, dear, that's bad luck.~
@114  = ~I have, mostly. I don't think about it all that much, but I did want to talk to you about it. Thanks, though. You do make me feel less worried about it!~
@115  = ~I didn't really know what I wanted back then. I probably would have left, or been kicked out for something, sooner or later. I'm much happier now - all that discipline never really suited me.~
@116  = ~You can say that again! When was the last time you fell into line?~
@117  = ~If you're happier now, that's the important thing.~
@118  = ~Maybe, maybe not - we'll never know for sure.~
@119  = ~Well, unfortunately they were dead at the time. By Waukeen, sometimes you just - ah, never mind. Forget about it.~
@120  = ~Ooh, I'll have to have a think. Seriously though, you don't need to do anything. I feel less worried about it just talking to you. So, thanks.~
@121  = ~He left Trademeet sometime when I was off in Athkatla, so who knows where he is. Good riddance, really. Anyway, seriously, don't lose sleep over this!~
@122  = ~Ha, of course! Heavens forbid anyone implies <CHARNAME> can do wrong!~
@123  = ~Aw, don't be too hard on yourself. Probably taking me on was your last big mistake, but please don't go about rectifying that!~
@124  = ~Sure. I'm sorry if I offended you. Thanks, though. I do feel better for telling you about it.~
@125  = ~Eh, don't worry about it. It was a long time ago. Thanks, though.~
@126  = ~Huh. I honestly hadn't thought about it like that.~
@127  = ~Wow. Uh, I kind of want some time to myself now. Thank you for listening about the Jarvis stuff, though. I do really appreciate it.~
@128  = ~I guess you could call it that.~
@129  = ~Anyway. That's totally another topic, so I'll stop bothering you now. Thanks for listening about the Jarvis stuff, though. I really do appreciate it.~
@130  = ~Hey!~
@131  = ~Yeah, I know what you mean. Anyway, thanks for listening about the Jarvis stuff. I really do appreciate it.~
@132  = ~Very true. Anyway, thanks for listening about the Jarvis stuff. I really do appreciate it.~
@133  = ~Ow! Ooh, that's the spot.~ [FHF08]
@134  = ~Sorry, didn't mean to hold you up. My right knee gets a bit sore if I push it too hard. You know how old war wounds can get.~ [FHF09]
@135  = ~War wounds? Something from your time in the military, then?~
@136  = ~I know what you mean. I think I'll never be able to loosen up my back, it gets so stiff.~
@137  = ~Oh, I see. Are you going to be whining about it all <DAYNIGHT>?~
@138  = ~Well, I don't have to talk to you about it if you don't want to hear.~
@139  = ~Heh, no. I guess 'war wound' is kind of misleading. I got it when I was adventuring with Araden and the others, actually.~
@140  = ~Well, say the word when we're at an inn and I'll grab you a spot in the baths. Heh, it's kind of a funny story how it happened, actually.~
@141  = ~The gist of it is: me, Araden, Jessalyn and Seth were minding our own business in Luskan. It was wintertime, so everything was just covered in ice and sludge. Icy sludge.~
@142  = ~There was this other thief called Isaac working the city. We wanted to catch him, so we put up signs for an auction selling this magic sword we had on hand.~
@143  = ~We all lay in wait in the auction hall - I was underneath the stage - and when he came to steal the sword, we tried to grab him. He went invisible, jumped out of the window and started running for the rooftops.~
@144  = ~Gods! You didn't try to follow him, did you?~
@145  = ~Did you manage to catch him, then?~
@146  = ~He must have been good if he managed to get away from you.~
@147  = ~How much longer are you going to take telling this story?~
@148  = ~Jessalyn took off across the rooftops, and I followed on behind. Three storeys up, mind you.~
@149  = ~I'll get to it! It works better if it's in the right order. So, Jessalyn took off across the rooftops, and I followed on behind. Three storeys up, mind you.~
@150  = ~Ha! That's a joke. We weren't exactly the best or the brightest - we just went for whatever looked good at the time.~
@151  = ~So Jessalyn took off across the rooftops to chase down Isaac, and I followed on behind. Three storeys up, mind you.~
@152  = ~The tiles were really slippery, but I managed to keep my footing. I was losing Jessalyn, so I tried to speed up...~
@153  = ~And ran straight into a cat. Sitting there on the roof like it owned the damn thing. I swerved right to avoid it but I ended up catching it with my foot.~
@154  = ~Oh, no! Was the cat okay?~
@155  = ~Ha! What happened next?~
@156  = ~You know, I'm not actually that interested in these stories.~
@157  = ~Hey, you're supposed to be worried about me, not the cat!~
@158  = ~Fine, fine. You could have said earlier. Well, you don't get to hear about how the cat turned into a dragon and carried me off into the Underdark, where I became the unwilling slave to a sensual Drow priestess, so you're the one missing out.~
@159  = ~The cat went flying and I slid down the roof. I only caught myself by jamming my knee into the drainage pipe.~
@160  = ~What happened to the cat?~
@161  = ~That must have been awful! How did you get down?~
@162  = ~What happened to the thief? The one who wasn't you, I mean.~
@163  = ~You know, some people lie about stupid things they do to preserve their dignity.~
@164  = ~I didn't know you were such a cat person! It was fine - landed much more gracefully than I did, and we gave it some fish and cream afterwards to say sorry.~
@165  = ~It was Isaac who got me out of the drainpipe, in the end! And he bought me a drink in return for the entertainment. Heh, we had some times, I can tell you. He was very...bendy, if you get my drift.~
@166  = ~Is he around here nowadays? Maybe I could look him up...~
@167  = ~You like men, then? I didn't know you swung that way.~
@168  = ~But he was your enemy! You had a relationship with him?~
@169  = ~Ha! Thank you for the story - I enjoyed it.~
@170  = ~I don't know if it's that great a story - I don't exactly come out well in it! - but I'm glad I could entertain you.~
@171  = ~Ha, and why would I need to do that? I don't have any dignity as it is!~
@172  = ~'Fraid he didn't swing that way, but I'm sure we can find some other scandalous guy for you.~
@173  = ~Sounds like you did have fun. I hope we're not too boring for you.~
@174  = ~Fair enough. Anyway, thanks for the story. It was fun!~
@175  = ~'Fraid he's still back in Luskan. But don't worry, we can find some other scandalous guy for you.~
@176  = ~Oh, yeah - I go for both. Plus, Isaac? Had this amazing thing he could--~
@177  = ~Ahem. Maybe that's a story for another day, yeah?~
@178  = ~Well, I wasn't exactly much of a threat to him, with my knee all bent up, was I? Plus, it wasn't what I'd call a "relationship". Neither of us had any illusion about how long it was going to last.~
@179  = ~Are you kidding? Travelling with you's anything but boring.~
@180  = ~I remember being surprised how people treat you differently when they know you're an adventurer. Girls who wouldn't have given me the time of day before were suddenly all interested in where I'd gotten that shiny necklace. You'd get some nice...advantages from telling a few choice stories.~ [FHF10]
@181  = ~'Course, a lot of the time I wouldn't have dreamed of doing anything - probably would've got my fingers broken by their parents for my trouble. But what about you? Broken any hearts in the north country?~
@182  = ~There was a woman, once, but it's over now.~
@183  = ~There was a man, once, but it's over now.~
@184  = ~I don't think hearts had much to do with it. I wasn't under any illusions of love.~
@185  = ~I had something serious going, but I don't know what's happening with it now.~
@186  = ~Have some tact, Faren! I don't want anyone thinking I'm a heartbreaker!~
@187  = ~I hardly think that's your business, Faren.~
@188  = ~No, I've never had anything like that.~
@189  = ~Yeah? I didn't realise you swung that way.~
@190  = ~I don't know whether it was a good or a bad thing that you separated, but these things happen. Hopefully you got something out of it while it lasted.~
@191  = ~Good on you, <CHARNAME> - best way not to get hurt.~
@192  = ~Oh. Well, sorry about that. It's never good when someone's leaving you hanging - or you're called away suddenly. Of course, instead of "called away" I should probably say "kidnapped by an evil wizard", but you know what I mean.~
@193  = ~No one's going to think you're a heartbreaker if you're not one, don't worry! Was just wondering, is all.~
@194  = ~Sorry. I didn't realise it was a touchy subject.~
@195  = ~Guess with the life we lead it's not too easy to just settle down with one person. You can't really get to know someone properly when you're on the road.~
@196  = ~Speak for yourself, Faren. I've been able to get to know people well while travelling.~
@197  = ~I'd rather not have to get to know someone I'm sleeping with: it gets boring.~
@198  = ~Well, it's best to make the most of freedom while we've got it, isn't it?~
@199  = ~I'd like to be able to get to know people, but with my situation getting close is dangerous.~
@200  = ~Heh, each to their own. Sometimes you sound as mad as a fish, but there's something about you that gets people interested in what you have to say. Plus, I suppose if you're travelling day in, day out, you're going to get to know people at some point.~
@201  = ~Yeah, I get that. When you think everything's simple and then you end up finding out all the annoying things they do.~
@202  = ~Never said a truer word! Come on, let's head off. We're not going to get any fun hanging around chatting.~
@203  = ~If you try, I'm sure you'll be able to, don't worry.~
@204  = ~Come on, let's head off. Standing around chatting's a sure way of letting something sneak up on us.~
@205  = ~Hey, come here a second. Pick a card, any card.~ [FHF12]
@206  = ~What's all this, Faren? Are you trying to distract me?~
@207  = ~Oh, I've seen this one before. You pick my pocket at the end.~
@208  = ~(Pick a card from the pack.)~
@209  = ~Nope. Just passing the time. Come on, it's just a bit of fun. Plus, I need the practice.~
@210  = ~Can't I do a trick for you?~
@211  = ~I'm not in the mood for this kind of thing. Maybe another time.~
@212  = ~Oh dear, oh dear. I'm wounded. Come on, pick a card. I need the practice.~
@213  = ~Ah, interesting! Now, if you'll give me that back for a moment, we'll just see whether...~
@214  = ~Absolutely not - you'll steal my thunder!~
@215  = ~Ah, fair enough. You don't know what you're missing out on, though. You'll forgive me if I carry on practising, yeah?~
@216  = ~(In a smooth movement Faren shuffles the cards, then spins them upwards. They arc upward in a fan shape, and he catches half in one hand and half in the other. He pulls out a card seemingly at random, and presents it to you. It is the card you took at the start.)~
@217  = ~Is that the one you saw to begin with, then?~
@218  = ~No, I don't think it was. Tough luck, Faren.~
@219  = ~That was amazing! How did you do it?~
@220  = ~That was impressive! I think I know how you did it, though...~
@221  = ~Well, now that's over, shall we get back to important matters?~
@222  = ~(In a smooth movement Faren shuffles the cards, then spins them upwards. They are clearly meant to go in a graceful fan shape, but end up falling in a mess on the ground. Faren grins at you.)~
@223  = ~Guess we're always learning, right? Don't mind me, I think I need some more practice...~
@224  = ~Ah, damn! I was sure I got it right that time. I think I need some more practice...~
@225  = ~Hey, don't try to swindle me - I'm meant to be doing the swindling round here. That trick got me several good meals, back in the day - I can teach you as we go, if you like.~
@226  = ~Trade secret. That trick got me several good meals, back in the day. I can't just give it away. But I can teach you another one as we go if you like.~
@227  = ~Ah, damn! That trick got me several good meals, back in the day. You'll have to share some of your trade secrets with me, sometime.~
@228  = ~Okay, that's fine. I thought you might be in the mood for something cheerful - obviously not.~
@229  = ~(As you continue walking, Faren fiddles with several of the cards, flicking them through his fingers until he has the motion just as he wants it.)~
@230  = ~I'll take back what I said about you before. I mean, I still think it's stupidly dangerous to go round barging in on everyone else's business, but with you around I'm starting to assume that we're going to win.~ [FHF14]
@231  = ~If someone was stacking up the odds, I'd take my inheritance and place a massive bet on you. And I have a feeling I'd do pretty well out of it.~ [FHF15]
@232  = ~Don't risk your money on my account. I'm not the sort you want to place bets on.~
@233  = ~Well, I wouldn't be able to do it without your help - you know that, don't you?~
@234  = ~I think you need to work on your flattering skills, Faren.~
@235  = ~So what odds would you want to put on me, then?~
@236  = ~Maybe not, but I'd have to say you're one of the few people I've thought that about. It's weird, I would've thought you were a mad<PRO_MANWOMAN> if you'd said I'd feel comfortable hanging around with a child of Bhaal.~
@237  = ~Of course, my parents wouldn't approve of me wasting their hard-earned cash on a Bhaalspawn-wager, but then they didn't approve of much. They didn't approve of me going into the militia at all, they said it was too dangerous.~
@238  = ~Where do your parents live? I wouldn't mind meeting them.~
@239  = ~Well, it's your inheritance. You can spend it on whatever you like.~
@240  = ~It's a shame I encourage you to gamble, but thank you all the same.~
@241  = ~Heh, thank you. That's good to know. I'd have to say, though, you're one of the few people I've thought that about. It's weird, I would've thought you were a mad<PRO_MANWOMAN> if you'd said I'd feel comfortable hanging around with a child of Bhaal.~
@242  = ~Hey, it wasn't meant as a flattery thing. Guess I'll leave out the gambling metaphors if I want to compliment you again.~
@243  = ~I don't know. I sure as hell wouldn't bet against you, though! Irenicus won't know what hit him.~
@244  = ~Oh, they're not around anymore, actually. Hence the inheritance.~
@245  = ~Yeah, misspent youth, or something.~
@246  = ~Never said a truer word, <CHARNAME>. Now, let's head off. I think we should find some interesting way of spending a bit of it, don't you?~
@247  = ~Don't worry, I don't need encouragement. Once there was this time...~
@248  = ~Ah, but we've got work to do. Come on, I'll tell you about it as we walk.~
@249  = ~But come on, we've got work to do. We can chat as we walk.~
@250  = ~Before we head to bed, do you fancy a drink? It'll warm you up.~ [FHF16]
@251  = ~The sun's still high in the sky, Faren. I'm warm enough as it is.~
@252  = ~That'll be lovely. Even this far south, it's cold at night.~
@253  = ~No, thank you. I think I'd prefer to stay alert out here.~
@254  = ~All right. What do you have on you?~
@255  = ~No, thanks. I don't mind talking, though - I don't feel that tired.~
@256  = ~I'm exhausted, Faren. I'd prefer just to go to sleep.~
@257  = ~That's true - all the more reason to have something to help you sleep.~
@258  = ~Here you are. It's almond brandy - not a bad year, either. Go on, have a bit, it won't kill you.~
@259  = ~Thanks, this looks good.~
@260  = ~Actually, I'd rather not. Thanks for the offer, though.~
@261  = ~Look, I'd actually prefer to go to sleep, now.~
@262  = ~Fair enough, I guess. I trust you won't mind if I have something, though.~
@263  = ~Okay. I trust you won't mind if I have something, though.~
@264  = ~Fair enough.~
@265  = ~(Faren digs in his pack and takes out a metal flask. Unscrewing the lid, he takes a swig with obvious enjoyment.)~
@266  = ~You're sure you don't want any?~
@267  = ~Oh, all right then. Pass it over.~
@268  = ~I don't drink. It's a dangerous habit to get into.~
@269  = ~No, thank you.~
@270  = ~I'm going to head to bed now, if that's all right with you.~
@271  = ~(The brandy spreads a pleasant warmth through your body. Faren takes the flask from you and takes another drink. He stretches his arms and gives you a smile, clearly grateful for the relaxation this brief moment affords.)~
@272  = ~(The brandy burns a little as it goes down, but it spreads a pleasant warmth nonetheless. Faren takes the flask from you and takes another drink. He stretches his arms and gives you a smile, clearly grateful for the relaxation this brief moment affords.)~
@273  = ~(The brandy burns as it goes down, making your eyes water. You feel a little dizzy, but it sends a pleasant enough warmth through your body.)~
@274  = ~(Faren takes the flask from you and takes another drink. He stretches his arms and gives you a smile, clearly grateful for the relaxation this brief moment affords.)~
@275  = ~I don't know, there are definitely worse. But that's not a problem, I don't want to pressure you.~
@276  = ~(Faren takes another drink. He stretches his arms and gives you a smile, clearly grateful for the relaxation this brief moment affords.)~
@277  = ~(Faren takes another drink, then stretches out his arms, giving you a smile. He is clearly grateful for the relaxation this brief moment affords.)~
@278  = ~I know it's a little weird, but sleeping outdoors feels really comfortable to me. It's funny, I never realise it till I'm out again.~
@279  = ~Speak for yourself, Faren. I'd rather have an inn any day.~
@280  = ~Maybe we could make things even more...comfortable out here?~
@281  = ~I like the outdoors, too. It's a lot more free than under a roof, somehow.~
@282  = ~See, this is what I've been telling people for years, but they never listen!~
@283  = ~We can stay in an inn next time we rest, then. It's your call, right?~
@284  = ~Hmmm? If you mean what I think you do...I'm sorry, you're not really my sort of <PRO_MANWOMAN>.~
@285  = ~You're sure? I do like you a lot.~
@286  = ~Fair enough, I won't mention it again.~
@287  = ~You've been leading me on all this time! How dare you?~
@288  = ~Ah. That's a bit embarrassing. I think we'll just not talk about this again.~
@289  = ~Yeah, I like being able to see the sky.~
@290  = ~You should say it louder, then, <CHARNAME>. I'll listen to you, at least.~
@291  = ~(You sit in companionable silence for a few minutes, then he stretches again.)

We should get to bed, <CHARNAME>. Need to be bright and early, and all that.~
@292  = ~All right, I'll see you later. It was nice to chat.~
@293  = ~Would you like to share my bedroll? There's room for two.~
@294  = ~Um, yes, I'm sure. Sorry.~
@295  = ~Okay. I'm going to head to bed - I'm exhausted.~
@296  = ~Look, I'm sorry if you think that, but I didn't think I was acting like that to you at all! I'm going to go to bed - hopefully if you sleep on it it'll seem different.~
@297  = ~It was, wasn't it?~
@298  = ~Hey, do you fancy a drink and a bit of a chat before we turn in?~ [FHF17]
@299  = ~No, thanks, it's a bit early in the day for me, but I don't mind talking.~
@300  = ~Nothing to drink, thank you. I prefer to stay alert in places like this.~
@301  = ~All right, if you're buying.~
@302  = ~I'm exhausted, Faren. I'd prefer to just go to sleep.~
@303  = ~Fair enough. You don't mind if I get something for myself, do you?~
@304  = ~"Places like this"? It's just a pub, <CHARNAME>. Well, I hope you don't mind if I go and get myself something.~
@305  = ~(He goes to the bar and returns in a couple of minutes with two tumblers of amber-coloured liquid. He passes you one of them and sips from his with obvious enjoyment.)~
@306  = ~It's almond brandy - a good year, too.~
@307  = ~Isn't that quite expensive?~
@308  = ~Thank you, that looks good.~
@309  = ~Actually, I'd rather not. Thanks, though.~
@310  = ~Look, I'd actually prefer to go to bed, now.~
@311  = ~(He goes to the bar and returns after a couple of minutes with a tumbler of amber-coloured liquid. He takes a sip with obvious enjoyment.)~
@312  = ~You're sure you don't want any? It's almond brandy - a good year, too.~
@313  = ~(yawn) I'm going to head to bed now, if that's all right with you.~
@314  = ~A bit, but don't worry about it - I've got enough cash squirrelled away to treat my friends once in a while.~
@315  = ~Well, thank you. That looks good.~
@316  = ~(The brandy spreads a pleasant warmth through your body. Faren stretches his arms out and gives you a smile.)~
@317  = ~(The brandy burns a little as it goes down, but it spreads a pleasant warmth nonetheless. Faren stretches his arms out and gives you a smile.)~
@318  = ~(The brandy burns as it goes down, making your eyes water. You feel a little dizzy, but it sends a pleasant enough warmth through your body. Faren stretches his arms out and gives you a smile.)~
@319  = ~Oh, okay. You could've said before I went and bought it, though. (Faren stretches his arms out and gives you a smile.)~
@320  = ~There are worse things. But that's no problem, I don't want to pressure you or anything.~
@321  = ~This is nice - just a little time where you can relax. I wouldn't give up travelling, but I sometimes feel like it's good to have a break from things. You seem like you needed one, too.~
@322  = ~Well, I can't always stop in the middle of important things, can I?~
@323  = ~Don't presume to think you know what I need, Faren.~
@324  = ~That's a nice thought, but I don't get to do that very often.~
@325  = ~It was a good idea - thank you.~
@326  = ~Heh, that's true enough.~
@327  = ~And don't you get on your high horse with me.~
@328  = ~I'm going to bed. See you later.~
@329  = ~No need to thank me, I just thought you might like it.~
@330  = ~You know, you could come to my room and we could get to know each other a bit.~
@331  = ~All right, see you later. It was nice to chat.~
@332  = ~Wait a minute. You've got a massive great burn on your sleeve. When did that happen?~
@333  = ~Hmmm? Oh, at some point. I should really get that replaced, shouldn't I?~
@334  = ~Oh gods, you mean I've been walking around looking like that all <DAYNIGHT>?~
@335  = ~I'm all right. I've healed up and everything, so don't worry.~
@336  = ~That's not funny. You got burnt by something and I can't even figure out what it was or when it happened!~
@337  = ~Is this because of what happened to your last group?~
@338  = ~Are you worried about my safety? What happened to putting a big bet on my chances, eh?~
@339  = ~Deal with it, Faren. We live in a dangerous world.~
@340  = ~Sometimes it scares me, too. I can't help but wonder if one day my luck will run out.~
@341  = ~Don't be stupid, of course I'm going to worry. That's what I'm supposed to do, right?~
@342  = ~...well. Kind of. Can't help thinking, what if we get into something too big for us to handle?~
@343  = ~Heh, you remember that? But I can't help thinking, what if we get into something too big for us to handle?~
@344  = ~Hey, give me some slack. You must be thinking it too: what if we get into something too big for us to handle?~
@345  = ~Oh, I didn't mean to go make you worry as well. Damn. It's not that I think you're weak, or unlucky, or whatever. It's just, what if we get into something too big for us to handle.~
@346  = ~If something happened with you, I'd get really, really angry. Not at you, just at whatever or whoever did it.~
@347  = ~You're sweet. I didn't know I meant that much to you.~
@348  = ~Well, I'm good with that. Anger all you like, it'll help you in battle.~
@349  = ~Don't you go anywhere, either. I'd hate to have to get really angry.~
@350  = ~You can't let what-ifs get to you. You've got to try to focus on the here and now.~
@351  = ~Don't be dumb, <CHARNAME>. We've travelled together ages now, so of course I don't want you to die!~
@352  = ~I'm not going anywhere, Faren.~
@353  = ~Well, the feeling's mutual. You're a good companion.~
@354  = ~Come on, grow a pair. I'm not going to die, I'm going to win.~
@355  = ~Fair enough. Heh, I'll have to practise my murderous scowl.~
@356  = ~Heh, thanks. I like the idea of you avenging my death.~
@357  = ~Don't worry, I'd totally kill anything that killed you.~
@358  = ~I'd rather just get you resurrected, you know.~
@359  = ~I like how you can always find something funny about this kind of situation!~
@360  = ~I know, I know. You're right, as usual. Guess I don't want any more bad stuff happening with you.~
@361  = ~Good to know! Now, come on. Let's give those monsters a good kick! Or, you know, a stab.~
@362  = ~Hey, that's the spirit! Come on, let's go and give those monsters a good kick! Or, you know, a stab.~
@363  = ~Heh, that's oddly reassuring. I'm sure it'd put off any of my would-be killers, anyway. Now, come on. Let's give those monsters a good kick! Or, you know, a stab.~
@364  = ~I'd prefer to not die at all, but that's oddly reassuring, I have to admit. Now, come on. Let's give those monsters a good kick! Or, you know, a stab.~
@365  = ~Well, everyone has a talent, I guess! Now, come on. Let's give those monsters a good kick! Or, you know, a stab.~
@366  = ~The annoying thing is that I didn't start it - not really, anyway. I can see why Vyatri would've got stroppy, but the ones I ended up in the fight with barely got punished at all.~
@367  = ~It's not like I'm a stranger there, but you know what small towns are like. People have long memories.~
@368  = ~Yeah, I've noticed. It must be hard, always being a stranger in places. I mean, it's not like I'm a stranger in Trademeet, but you know what small towns are like. People have long memories.~
@369  = ~Yeah. Yeah, I've seen how people look at you sometimes. And I'm sorry you have to put up with always being a stranger wherever you go.~
@370  = ~I mean, it's not like I'm a stranger in Trademeet, you know what small towns are like. People have long memories.~
@371  = ~I'm glad to be around, <CHARNAME>. It's good to be out of there - you know what small towns are like. People have long memories.~
@372  = ~Of course, I'll help out wherever I can. I'd hate to see people take advantage of you just because you're not from around here.~
@373  = ~That's terrible! Do you plan to do things like that in the future?~
@374  = ~Is that it? The way you're fidgeting, I thought was something really bad.~
@375  = ~The others didn't want any trouble so they just ignored him, but I managed to sneak his badge off his uniform while he was out of it. Afterwards, I told him I'd get him kicked out of the militia if he didn't give me money.~
@376  = ~No - I didn't mean it like that. It was a long time ago, and I wouldn't do it again.~
@377  = ~Trust me, there were so many things wrong with that situation that I'd be ashamed of myself if I hadn't changed.~
@378  = ~All right, if you're sure. Let's just say, it all went to hell and I ended up on the wrong side. Once Captain Jarvis was done with me, I was out on my ear and most of the people in Trademeet thought I'd been scraped off the bottom of someone's boot.~
@379  = ~They kicked out pretty quickly. He could have put me in prison, but he obviously didn't see me as a threat: once it all got out, most of the people in Trademeet acted like I'd been scraped off someone's boot, so I guess he was happy with that.~
@380  = ~Forget about it. I'm still glad I told you, because the point was to let you know what had gone down, not to get your approval, but all the same I'd like some time to myself now.~
@381  = ~He left Trademeet sometime when I was off in Athkatla, so who knows where he is. Good riddance, really.~
@382  = ~Anyway, seriously, don't lose sleep over this. I feel better knowing you'd like to beat him up, you don't need to actually follow through!~
@383  = ~Hey! Don't worry, I'm trying extra hard to do your bidding.~
@384  = ~Oh, I see. Are you going to be whining about this all <DAYNIGHT>?~
@385  = ~Did you manage to catch him?~
@386  = ~Well, Jessalyn took off across the rooftops, and I followed. Three storeys up, mind you.~
@387  = ~I'll get to it! It's better if it's the right order. So, Jessalyn took off across the rooftops, and I followed. Three storeys up, mind you.~
@388  = ~Ah, thank you, <CHARNAME>, good of you to say so.~
@389  = ~So Jessalyn took off across the rooftops and I followed. Three storeys up, mind you.~
@390  = ~And ran straight into a cat. Sitting there on the roof like it owned the damn thing. I swerved right to avoid it, but I ended up catching it with my foot.~
@391  = ~That's awful! How did you get down?~
@392  = ~Isaac was the one who got me out of the drainpipe, in the end. He was a nice guy, and bought me a drink in return for the rooftop entertainment.~
@393  = ~We had some times, I'll admit, and it was fun, but it didn't last.~
@394  = ~Why didn't it last between you?~
@395  = ~I can imagine you leaving a string of broken hearts up and down Faerun.~
@396  = ~Well, we wanted to come back to Amn, he wanted to stay in Luskan. Plus, we had...chemistry, it's true, but neither of us were looking for anything serious.~
@397  = ~So you don't want to get into a long-term relationship right now?~
@398  = ~I'm glad. It means I've got you here for myself!~
@399  = ~Heh, and that's not possessive at all! Don't worry, I don't mind. I don't think Isaac could try to stop you anyway, so I'm all yours.~
@400  = ~Oh come on, don't be so inflexible. He was a fun person to be around. He wasn't the enemy, he was just...someone who wanted to steal our stuff. And I totally understood that.~
@401  = ~Nope, I'm not the type. I'm not going to lie to someone and say I want to be with them forever if I know I'm going to be swanning off after not too long.~
@402  = ~Heh, maybe, maybe not. Never say never, right? But at the same time, it doesn't exactly seem like the best time to start planning weddings or anything.~
@403  = ~Are you kidding? You're anything but boring.~
@404  = ~Anyway, I'm glad you liked the story. It's good being able to entertain you!~
@405  = ~So I know there isn't anyone special in your life right here, yet, but what about elsewhere? Break any hearts in the north country?~ [FHF11]
@406  = ~Well, I had something going that was quite serious, but I don't know what's happening with it now.~
@407  = ~Oh. Well, sorry about that. It's never good when someone leaves you hanging - or you're called away suddenly. Of course, instead of "called away" I should probably say "kidnapped by an evil wizard", but you know what I mean.~
@408  = ~No one's going to think you're a heartbreaker if you're not one, don't worry! I was just wondering, is all.~
@409  = ~I think after I started adventuring I realised it's not such a good idea to get together with someone who's not an adventurer, too - not in a serious way, I mean. If they don't do it too, they don't understand what it's like being on the road.~
@410  = ~Speak for yourself. I've been able to get to know people quite deeply while travelling.~
@411  = ~I agree. I don't think I could be with someone who didn't have such an odd life as me.~
@412  = ~I think the two of us know each other quite well, wouldn't you say?~
@413  = ~Well, you're not exactly typical, are you? There's something about you that makes people interested in what you have to say.~
@414  = ~That sounds like the kind of thing I found, yeah.~
@415  = ~Oh, I wouldn't go that far. I think you're still full of surprises!~
@416  = ~Well, if you want to get closer to people, I'm sure you'll be able to. You can always practise on me.~
@417  = ~Listen to me jawing! Come on, let's head off. I can tell you some ex-<PRO_GIRLBOY>friend horror stories as we go...~
@418  = ~Nope, just passing the time. Come on, it'll be fun. Plus, I need the practice.~
@419  = ~<CHARNAME>! Oh dear, oh dear. I'm wounded. Come on, pick a card, it'll be fun. I need the practice.~
@420  = ~We can talk about that another time. In the meantime, I want to show you!~
@421  = ~Ah, fair enough, I can show you another time - but you don't know what you're missing out on! You'll forgive me if I carry on practising, yeah?~
@422  = ~(In a smooth movement Faren shuffles the cards, then spins them upwards. They arc upward in a fan shape, and he catches half in one hand and half in the other. With a triumphant grin he pulls out a card seemingly at random, and presents it to you. It is the card you took at the start.)~
@423  = ~And I think you'll find that's the one you saw at the beginning. Am I right?~
@424  = ~(In a smooth movement Faren shuffles the cards, then spins them upwards. They are clearly meant to go in a graceful fan shape, but end up falling in a mess on the ground. Though Faren gives you a rueful grin, he looks a little irritated.)~
@425  = ~I guess we're always learning, right? Don't mind me, I think I need some more practice...~
@426  = ~Hey, I see your game. Cheeky! I'll teach you one as we go, if you'd like.~
@427  = ~Trade secret. That trick got me several good meals back in the day. If you're nice, though, I might be able to let you in on it later.~
@428  = ~Ah, damn! Well, you'll have to share some of your trade secrets with me sometime.~
@429  = ~(As you continue walking, Faren fiddles with several of the cards, flicking them through his fingers until he has the motion just as he wants it. The way he glances at you out of the corner of his eye suggests he is deliberately trying to impress you.)~
@430  = ~So I heard on the grapevine you were raised by some sort of crazy monks up north. Is that right, or is it just talk? Not that it'd be a very interesting rumour to spread around...~ [FHF13]
@431  = ~Sad but true. I can't believe how boring they all were.~
@432  = ~Ha! They were pretty crazy sometimes. I had a lot of fun with the novices once upon a time.~
@433  = ~You're talking about my family, Faren. I'd appreciate it if you didn't say things like that.~
@434  = ~Why do you ask? What are you so interested about, anyway?~
@435  = ~Heh, and I thought my parents were bad when they tried to give me a curfew. Monks would've been much worse. I'm glad you haven't picked up all their habits.~
@436  = ~Fun with monks? Now I've heard of everything. Still, I'm glad they weren't the stuffy kind - I wouldn't want you to have picked up their bad habits.~
@437  = ~I didn't mean anything by it, don't worry. I was just trying to find out what they were like, see if you'd picked up any of their habits.~
@438  = ~Well, if you were, then you might have picked up on some of their habits. I mean, you don't have the hair for a monk, but still...~
@439  = ~See, the question I have on my mind is...are you celibate?~
@440  = ~I've got better things to do than fool around, but it doesn't mean I'm celibate.~
@441  = ~Maybe I just haven't met the right person yet.~
@442  = ~I think you haven't been paying enough attention - I'm plenty interested.~
@443  = ~Wouldn't you say that's a little paranoid on your part?~
@444  = ~Ah, now that does sound interesting. And leads onto another question...~
@445  = ~Paranoid? That's not how I'd describe myself. Come on, be straight with me.~
@446  = ~If you did want to be with someone, who'd be your type? Just curious. Hypothetical, and all that.~
@447  = ~Oh, and you don't have any ulterior motives at all, do you?~
@448  = ~I like tall, dark and mysterious. That always does it for me.~
@449  = ~A damsel in distress, I think. Someone I can sweep off her feet.~
@450  = ~I think I'd go for someone refined. You know, with good breeding.~
@451  = ~I like to have a real connection with someone before I get to know them in that way.~
@452  = ~I don't really have a type. Everyone's got their good traits.~
@453  = ~Ouch, no need to be sarcastic. I just thought it'd be interesting to find out what you liked in a person.~
@454  = ~Oh, really? Well, that's good to know. I did think it would be interesting to know what you liked in a person.~
@455  = ~Huh, that's - well, I wasn't expecting that. Maybe we'll find you a willing maid, or something.~
@456  = ~Of course, I remember. Maybe we'll find you a willing maid, or something.~
@457  = ~Heh, you're not too bothered about succumbing to stereotypes, are you?~
@458  = ~Looking to marry up, are you?~
@459  = ~Yeah, I know what you mean. It's nice when that happens.~
@460  = ~Never said a truer word. Or words, rather.~
@461  = ~So I've been doing some thinking about what type of person I like at the moment, too.~
@462  = ~Let me guess. My height, my build, my eye and hair colour? Child of a god?~
@463  = ~Do you like muscled women, Faren?~
@464  = ~Someone strong? Then he can hold his own with you.~
@465  = ~I bet you like someone good with their hands.~
@466  = ~How about someone with stamina?~
@467  = ~I hope you wouldn't feel intimidated by someone smarter than you.~
@468  = ~It might be good for you to be with someone sensible.~
@469  = ~Physical attributes aren't all that important, are they? Some people just draw you in better than others.~
@470  = ~Come on, <CHARNAME>, give me some credit for subtlety. I tried!~
@471  = ~Faren, you're about as subtle as a brick.~
@472  = ~I'll give you credit for effort, but really. You could have just said.~
@473  = ~Well, the ruse is over now, so there's no need to strain something.~
@474  = ~I wish you'd just be straight with me, Faren.~
@475  = ~Ha! Well, don't worry, I'll work on it next time. I need to think of cheesy pick-up lines. "If you were words on a page, you'd be called 'Fine Print'". Ha!~
@476  = ~Well, I'll remember that for next time. I need to think of cheesy pick-up lines. "If you were words on a page, you'd be called 'Fine Print'". Ha!~
@477  = ~Not much of a ruse, not at all a strain. I like talking to you - maybe we can talk about this again, another time.~
@478  = ~I need to think of cheesy pick-up lines. "If you were words on a page, you'd be called 'Fine Print'". Ha!~
@479  = ~Well, next time I'll be more direct. On the other hand, that'd mean I wouldn't get to use my stock of cheesy pick-up lines. "If you were words on a page, you'd be called 'Fine Print'". Ha!~
@480  = ~Oh, of course I do! It's great when women take care of themselves - I've always gone for the domineering type.~
@481  = ~Well, I'll definitely have to bear that in mind.~
@482  = ~Just because a woman's strong it doesn't mean she likes to be in control all the time.~
@483  = ~Shut up, Faren.~
@484  = ~I'll make sure you do! Don't worry that I'm not appreciating your - er, company...~
@485  = ~Well, all the strong women I know are pretty bossy, but if it's not the same for you, I'll make sure you don't have to stress yourself. Never let it be said that I'm not appreciating your - er, company...~
@486  = ~Yes, <PRO_SIRMAAM>!~
@487  = ~Yeah, that would be fun. I could totally go for the domineering type.~
@488  = ~Just because a man's strong it doesn't mean he likes to be in control all the time.~
@489  = ~Well, I'll make sure you don't have to stress yourself. Don't worry, never let it be said that I'm not appreciating your - er, company...~
@490  = ~Oh, definitely. Bendy's good, too.~
@491  = ~What a coincidence! You know, I'm pretty bendy.~
@492  = ~I'll have to make sure I remember that.~
@493  = ~Well, you're pretty bendy yourself, aren't you?~
@494  = ~Oh, I'd noticed, believe me. Never let it be said that I'm not appreciating your - er, company...~
@495  = ~So are you, <CHARNAME> - never let it be said that I'm not appreciating your - er, company...~
@496  = ~It's a lot of fun when a girl can drink you under the table! And the staying power's a plus, if you catch my drift.~
@497  = ~Next time we've got a chance, let's see if I can hold you to that.~
@498  = ~<CHARNAME>, for that you'd actually have to let us sleep in an inn. I'm looking forward to it already - never let it be said that I'm not appreciating your - er, company...~
@499  = ~So long as he doesn't rope me into any drinking contests I'm bound to lose, that would be fine. But the staying power would be a plus, if you catch my drift!~
@500  = ~I'll have to make sure to remember that.~
@501  = ~We should try a drinking contest - scared I'll win?~
@502  = ~Of course I wouldn't. I mean, I might get embarrassed about asking what any long words meant, but that wouldn't put me off, not by a long shot.~
@503  = ~Well, that's good to know. I'm glad you're not prejudiced.~
@504  = ~Well, I would have to have words with you if it would.~
@505  = ~Well, it's just the truth. Never let it be said that I'm not appreciating your - er, company. Anyway, brains are sexy!~
@506  = ~Er, not literal brains, though. Ugh.~
@507  = ~Ha, at least one of us would be! It's nice being with someone insightful - they know if you're not feeling too great, or what they could do to help.~
@508  = ~Plus, they can totally guess what you enjoy. If you catch my drift!~
@509  = ~Maybe you shouldn't make them have to guess - you should just tell them what you like.~
@510  = ~Well, <CHARNAME>, guessing can be part of the fun. But maybe I will.~
@511  = ~I know what you mean - having a magnetic personality, right? Yeah, I like that kind of person. Confidence is sexy.~
@512  = ~I'll have to remember that!~
@513  = ~One of these days you should tell me what else you think is sexy.~
@514  = ~Is that supposed to be a compliment? I think you need to work on your flattery skills.~
@515  = ~Are you trying to say that you don't care about my wellbeing any more?~
@516  = ~Don't be so modest! Maybe things aren't predictable with you, but you've got a lot of power.~
@517  = ~You're very modest, and I'm not sure how much help you actually need, but thank you. I appreciate it, a lot.~
@518  = ~It's weird, I would've thought you were a mad<PRO_MANWOMAN> if you'd said I'd feel comfortable hanging around with a child of Bhaal, but you just seem...I don't know...~
@519  = ~Hey, I'm not too good at the flattery thing! I'll get out my book of courtly poetry, next time, and serenade you. Although my singing voice isn't up to much...~
@520  = ~Oh, I don't know - I sure as hell wouldn't bet against you, though! Irenicus won't know what hit him.~
@521  = ~What? Of course I care, don't be silly.~
@522  = ~Don't worry, next time I compliment you, I'll stick with your hair and eyes. It's a bit easier to articulate the things I like about them.~
@523  = ~Now that I like the sound of. I enjoy hearing things like that.~
@524  = ~No, I like the gambling metaphor. It's very you.~
@525  = ~So when do I get to see some of this inheritance? You've kept very quiet about it till now.~
@526  = ~Then I'll make sure to oblige you.~
@527  = ~Ha! <CHARNAME>, you really make me smile.~
@528  = ~Oh, I don't mind treating you to stuff - all you have to do is ask. But you don't exactly seem short of ways to get funds, and mine are mostly for when I want to buy a house, that kind of thing.~
@529  = ~Come on, though - we've got work to do. We can chat as we walk.~
@530  = ~Come on, we've got work to do - but I'm fine for ego-stroking as we walk, if that's what you're in the mood for.~
@531  = ~Hey, do you fancy a drink and a bit of a chat before turning in? You might sleep a bit easier for it.~ [FHF18]
@532  = ~Fair enough. You don't mind if I get something for myself, though, do you?~
@533  = ~"Places like this"? It's just a pub, <CHARNAME>. Well, maybe someday I'll be able to help you feel more comfortable in these places. I hope you don't mind if I go and get myself something.~
@534  = ~(He goes to the bar and returns in a couple of minutes with two tumblers of amber-coloured liquid. He makes himself comfortable next to you on a bench and passes you one of the glasses, sipping from his with obvious enjoyment.)~
@535  = ~Mmm, that's nice. It's almond brandy - a good year, too.~
@536  = ~Thank you - that looks good.~
@537  = ~(He goes to the bar and returns after a couple of minutes with a tumbler of amber-coloured liquid. He makes himself comfortable next to you on a bench and takes a sip with obvious enjoyment.)~
@538  = ~Mmm, that's nice. You're sure you don't want any? It's almond brandy - a good year, too.~
@539  = ~A bit, but don't worry about it - I've got enough cash squirrelled away to treat someone special once in a while.~
@540  = ~Well, thank you. It looks good.~
@541  = ~(The brandy spreads a pleasant warmth through your body. Faren gives you a smile, clearly grateful for the relaxation this brief moment affords, and puts his arm around your shoulders.)~
@542  = ~(The brandy burns a little as it goes down, but it spreads a pleasant warmth nonetheless. Faren gives you a smile, clearly grateful for the relaxation this brief moment affords, and puts his arm around your shoulders.)~
@543  = ~(The brandy burns as it goes down, making your eyes water. You feel a little dizzy, but it sends a pleasant enough warmth through your body. Faren gives you a smile, clearly grateful for the relaxation this brief moment affords, and puts his arm around your shoulders.)~
@544  = ~Oh, okay. You could've said before I went and bought it, though.

(Faren gives you a smile, clearly grateful for the relaxation this brief moment affords, and puts his arm around your shoulders.)~
@545  = ~(Faren shrugs, takes a drink and gives you a smile, clearly grateful for the relaxation this brief moment affords, and puts his arm around your shoulders.)~
@546  = ~Ah, a warm inn, brandy and good company...what more do you need?~
@547  = ~I like it, too - particularly the nice company.~
@548  = ~(Put your arm around Faren's waist.)~
@549  = ~(Kiss Faren.)~
@550  = ~A good sleep? Come on, Faren, I'm exhausted.~
@551  = ~Heh, yes, that in particular.~
@552  = ~(Stay silent.)~
@553  = ~(Faren squeezes you and drops a kiss on your cheek.)~
@554  = ~Hey! What was that for?~
@555  = ~Mmm. This was a really good idea.~
@556  = ~(You are sitting in one of the more shadowy corners of the inn, so it is possible to kiss Faren without drawing much attention.)~
@557  = ~(You feel Faren smile as he returns your kiss with growing enthusiasm. He pulls you closer to him and as he does so he moves his free hand down your shoulder and across to your chest.)~
@558  = ~Hey! Stop that!~
@559  = ~(Carry on.)~
@560  = ~I think I should head to bed before this gets out of hand, Faren.~
@561  = ~(Faren's lips are surprisingly soft, and you feel him smile as he returns your kiss with growing enthusiasm. He pulls you closer to him and as he does so he moves his free hand down your side.)~
@562  = ~(Neither of you say anything for a while and you sit in comfortable silence - or as close to silence as the revellers in the inn will allow. After a short while, Faren stretches his arms with a yawn.)~
@563  = ~I'm going to drop off right here if I'm not careful. Sleep well, <CHARNAME>.~
@564  = ~What do you think it was for, <CHARNAME>?~
@565  = ~Thank the gods! I'd been waiting for you to do something for ages.~
@566  = ~Look, Faren, I think you might have got the wrong idea. I don't feel that way about you.~
@567  = ~(Faren pulls away from you and puts his hands in the air in mock surrender.) Okay, look, I'm stopping.~
@568  = ~Don't make fun of me, Faren. I just don't want to move too fast.~
@569  = ~Sorry to ruin the moment. I don't want us to get carried away out here.~
@570  = ~This was a mistake. I think it's best that we don't do this again.~
@571  = ~(After a time, Faren pulls away from you with a sigh, giving your upper arms an affectionate squeeze.)

I should probably get up to bed, <CHARNAME> - need to be bright and early, and all that.~
@572  = ~I wouldn't mind things getting out of hand - okay, okay, I get you, a bar-room isn't really the right place. We should get to bed anyway - need to be bright and early, and all that.~
@573  = ~(Faren grins and, after a quick glance around the room, kisses you. You are sitting in one of the shadowy corners of the inn, so you do not draw too much attention. He pulls you closer and moves his free hand down your side.)~
@574  = ~Nothing wrong with fast. But, if that's what you think, fair enough. I should head upstairs to bed anyway - need to be bright and early, and all that.~
@575  = ~Carried away's fine. I wouldn't mind getting carried away by you - okay, okay, I get you, a bar-room isn't really the right place. I should get to bed anyway - need to be bright and early, and all that.~
@576  = ~Before we head to bed, do you fancy a drink? It'll help you sleep - I've noticed you getting a bit restless lately.~ [FHF19]
@577  = ~That'll be lovely. Even this far south, it still seems to be cold at night.~
@578  = ~No, thanks. I think I'd prefer to stay alert out here.~
@579  = ~All right, then. What do you have on you?~
@580  = ~No, thanks. I don't mind staying up and talking, though - I don't feel that tired.~
@581  = ~All the more reason to have something to help you drop off.~
@582  = ~Thanks - this looks good.~
@583  = ~(Faren digs in his pack and takes out a metal flask. Unscrewing the lid, he takes a swig with obvious enjoyment.)

You're sure you don't want any?~
@584  = ~(The brandy spreads a pleasant warmth through your body. Faren takes the flask from you and takes a drink. He gives you a smile, clearly grateful for the relaxation this brief moment affords, and puts his arm around your shoulders.)~
@585  = ~(The brandy burns a little as it goes down, but it spreads a pleasant warmth nonetheless. Faren takes the flask from you and takes a drink. He gives you a smile, clearly grateful for the relaxation this brief moment affords, and puts his arm around your shoulders.)~
@586  = ~(Faren takes the flask from you and takes a drink. He gives you a smile, clearly grateful for the relaxation this brief moment affords, and puts his arm around your shoulders.)~
@587  = ~(Faren takes another drink. He gives you a smile, clearly grateful for the relaxation this brief moment affords, and puts his arm around your shoulders.)~
@588  = ~(Faren takes another drink and gives you a smile, clearly grateful for the relaxation this brief moment affords. He puts his arm around your shoulders.)~
@589  = ~Ah, excitement, almond brandy, nice company...what more could you want?~
@590  = ~(You feel Faren smile as he returns your kiss with growing enthusiasm. He pulls you closer to him and as he does so he moves his free hand down your side and towards your waist.)~
@591  = ~(You sit in comfortable silence for a short while, then Faren stretches and yawns widely.)

I'm going to drop off right here if I'm not careful. Sleep well, <CHARNAME>.~
@592  = ~Thank the gods! I'd been waiting ages for you to do something.~
@593  = ~(Faren pulls away from you and puts his hands in the air in mock surrender.)

Okay, look, I'm stopping.~
@594  = ~(After a time, Faren pulls away from you with a sigh.) I should probably go to bed, <CHARNAME> - need to be bright and early, and all that.~
@595  = ~I wouldn't mind things getting out of hand - okay, okay, let's head to bed. Bright and early, and all that.~
@596  = ~Nothing wrong with fast. But, if that's what you think, fair enough. I should get to bed anyway - need to be bright and early, and all that.~
@597  = ~Carried away's fine. I wouldn't mind getting carried away by you - okay, okay. I should get to bed anyway - need to be bright and early, and all that.~
@598  = ~Oh. Okay, then. Sleep well.~
@599  = ~(Faren grins and kisses you. Pulling you closer, he moves his free hand down your side.)~
@600  = ~I was just wondering - do you want to come to my room for a bit? We could talk, and...other stuff, if you're in the mood.~ [FHF21]
@601  = ~Mmm, I'd like that, I think.~
@602  = ~No, thanks. I'm exhausted, and I'd prefer to just sleep.~
@603  = ~All right, but I don't want you trying anything weird with me.~
@604  = ~If you're thinking what I suspect, you're wrong - I don't feel that way about you.~
@605  = ~It's been great travelling with you, and I've been enjoying your company a lot. I was wondering if you'd like to stay together tonight.~
@606  = ~It's been great travelling with me? What kind of compliment is that supposed to be?~
@607  = ~This is a bit embarrassing, but I haven't actually been with a man before.~
@608  = ~I'd like that a lot, Faren. I've been thinking about the same thing, myself.~
@609  = ~Have you considered the repercussions this could cause, Faren?~
@610  = ~I really don't think this is a good idea - I don't want to move this quickly.~
@611  = ~Faren, I think you've got this wrong. I don't feel that way about you.~
@612  = ~I assure you, I'm not feeling weird in the slightest.~
@613  = ~All right, then, I'll come with you.~
@614  = ~No, I think I'd rather just sleep.~
@615  = ~Let's get away from the others a moment. There's something I've been wanting to say to you. We could have a chat, or maybe...~ [FHFLT22]
@616  = ~All right, Faren. Let's move away from the fire.~
@617  = ~If you're thinking what I suspect you are, you're mistaken. I don't feel that way.~
@618  = ~Don't worry, we won't be too far away - I just wanted to make sure we had a bit of privacy.~
@619  = ~Okay, then. I'll see you once we're rested.~
@620  = ~Heh, I assure you, I'm not feeling weird in the slightest.~
@621  = ~What? Oh. I guess I misunderstood, or something. Never mind, then, I won't mention it again.~
@622  = ~If you want, I can tell you your thighs drive me wild, or something like that, but I would've thought it'd be embarrassing - for both of us. I just thought it'd be fun.~
@623  = ~If you want, I can tell you I've been eyeing your breasts all <DAYNIGHT>, or something like that, but I would've thought it'd be embarrassing - for both of us. I just thought it'd be fun.~
@624  = ~Hmm? Oh. I didn't know that, but - well, would you like to, anyway? I don't have weird things I like to do, or anything like that.~
@625  = ~All right. I still feel like it'll be odd, though.~
@626  = ~All right, but I hope it doesn't hurt too much.~
@627  = ~When you put it like that - yes, I would like to.~
@628  = ~I think I'd prefer to wait. It's quite a big step, you know?~
@629  = ~I've only known you a short time - I'd rather wait until I know you're right for me.~
@630  = ~No odder than being the child of a god, I'm sure. Come here, then, <CHARNAME> - hopefully it'll take your mind off things for a bit...~
@631  = ~Don't worry, I'm not into rough stuff. Come here, <CHARNAME> - hopefully it'll take your mind off things for a bit...~
@632  = ~So, how do you feel about it?~
@633  = ~That's got to be the least romantic proposition I've ever heard.~
@634  = ~This is embarrassing, but I haven't actually been with a man before.~
@635  = ~Yes, I'd like that a lot.~
@636  = ~I don't think it's a good idea - I don't want to move this quickly.~
@637  = ~That's great. Come here, then, and hopefully it'll take your mind off things for a little while...~
@638  = ~Um, you're not exactly going to get pregnant, are you?~
@639  = ~No, I'm talking about my heritage. What if I accidentally get too overemotional and rip you up?~
@640  = ~What I mean is that if someone knows we're together, they could use you to get to me.~
@641  = ~I've got stuff for that, don't worry. I wouldn't want a little <CHARNAME> coming along in nine months' time any more than you would.~
@642  = ~I'm talking about my heritage. What if I accidentally get too overemotional and rip you up?~
@643  = ~Okay, well, it's your decision. Sleep well, <CHARNAME>.~
@644  = ~D'you want baskets of kittens, or something? Sheesh.~
@645  = ~All right, then. I'd like for us to get to know each other better.~
@646  = ~Well, to be honest, I'm hoping I won't be so bad that it makes you that angry.~
@647  = ~I doubt that, but in the case of it happening, I'm not particularly useable.~
@648  = ~<CHARNAME>, if you don't want to, I'm not trying to force you into anything. It sounds a bit like you're looking for excuses, and I don't want to put pressure on you.~
@649  = ~Thank you, Faren. I think I'd rather wait, for now.~
@650  = ~No, I was just making sure all the possibilities were covered. I'd like to.~
@651  = ~Mmmm, hello. Good to see that you're up and about. I think we should head out soon, if that's all right with you. How are you doing?~ [FHF23]
@652  = ~Wonderfully. I really enjoyed last night, and I hope you did too.~
@653  = ~To be honest, I was hoping for better last night, but never mind.~
@654  = ~Faren, I think it was a mistake for us to sleep together.~
@655  = ~Of course I did - I'd have thought that was obvious! Thanks - it was really nice.~
@656  = ~Good to know. I hope you're ready for a repeat performance tonight...~
@657  = ~Mmmm. Do you think we can lie here for a little while?~
@658  = ~You're welcome. You're right, though, we should get going.~
@659  = ~Well, we don't have to do it again if you don't want to.~
@660  = ~No, I didn't mean it like that. Just that I hope it's better next time.~
@661  = ~What, did I hurt your ego or something?~
@662  = ~Oh. Well, if that's what you think, I guess that's the way it goes. I'll go and get dressed.~
@663  = ~Mmm, certainly.~
@664  = ~Yeah, of course. Come here, you can lean on me if you like.~
@665  = ~Sure thing - let's head off. Just give me a second to find my clothes...~
@666  = ~Okay, well, next time, tell me what you like and what you don't. That way we can both get the most out of it.~
@667  = ~...maybe a little. It's not exactly the politest thing to say to someone, is it?~
@668  = ~But never mind. Next time, tell me what you like and what you don't. That way we can both get the most out of it.~
@669  = ~All right. We should probably go, then.~
@670  = ~Fine, I'm sorry. Let's lie here a bit before we go - is there time?~
@671  = ~Who says there's going to be a next time? I'm not sure I want that.~
@672  = ~Hey, are you up? About last night - I'll be honest, I wanted to take things further. But I didn't mean to make you uncomfortable, and I'm sorry if I did.~ [FHF24]
@673  = ~You know, I'd like for us to get to know each other better tonight, if you'd like that.~
@674  = ~That's all right. I just don't think I'm ready right now.~
@675  = ~Well, then. That sounds very interesting - I'll be sure to take you up on that one.~
@676  = ~Of course, and I understand that.~
@677  = ~If you would like to, though - just let me know.~
@678  = ~So I've been thinking we should go to the theatre sometime. I've seen posters for 'Triana' by Lilpole all over the place, and I really liked 'The Rivals', so it's bound to be good.~ [FHF25]
@679  = ~I know, I know, we don't have much time, and we're facing death every second, but surely we've got time to kick back?~ [FHF26]
@680  = ~Is this you asking me on a date?~
@681  = ~Are you trying to sound intellectual to impress me, or something?~
@682  = ~You're right. We don't have time - and even if we did, I don't think the theatre's a good idea.~
@683  = ~You know what? I think that sounds like fun.~
@684  = ~I'm all for kicking back, but what about something more...intimate?~
@685  = ~You want it to be a date, it can be. Plus, we can always make out in the back row if it gets too boring.~
@686  = ~Since when are you so interested in the theatre, anyway?~
@687  = ~Now that sounds like fun. Let's make it a date.~
@688  = ~Steady on, Faren. I think that's a little inappropriate.~
@689  = ~I don't think we've got time for that sort of thing, right now.~
@690  = ~Heh, I know it's a bit of a cliche, but yeah, I'm asking you on a date. Plus, I'm all for making out in the back row if the play gets too boring.~
@691  = ~We-ell...if I'm honest, a bit. But I thought it might be something you'd enjoy, so what do you say? We can always make out in the back row if it gets too boring.~
@692  = ~Ah, fair enough. I'll have to think of something else to get you out and about...~
@693  = ~Excellent! And plus, I'm all for making out in the back row if the play gets too boring.~
@694  = ~Now that, I can get behind. I'd like for us to do something together.~
@695  = ~There I draw the line. I want to go to the play with you, not act inappropriately.~
@696  = ~Well, I'm all for making out in the back row if the play starts getting boring. Come on, say yes. I really like Lilpole's writing...~
@697  = ~Oh, all right, then. It sounds like it might be fun.~
@698  = ~I'll pass, this time. But we should do something else, another time.~
@699  = ~Back when I lived in Athkatla the theatre was about the only thing that made living there worthwhile. I didn't know many people and I was too chicken to ask strangers so I went by myself. You can laugh if you want - it's a bit pathetic.~
@700  = ~Still, the first play I saw was a little...let's say, risque. I went to the theatre a lot after that, I can tell you!~
@701  = ~What kinds of things did it have in it?~
@702  = ~Ah, now I get why you brought it up!~
@703  = ~I wouldn't laugh. I know what it's like to be on your own in a strange place.~
@704  = ~You're right, it is a little pathetic.~
@705  = ~Excellent! I'll get us some tickets - just the two of us. Do you think they'll give us a discount on account of you being famous?~
@706  = ~I'm sorry. I didn't mean to make you uncomfortable. I do like plays in their own right, not just for the good company.~
@707  = ~It might sound a bit stupid to you, but back when I lived in Athkatla the theatre was about the only thing that made living there worthwhile. I didn't know many people and I was too chicken to ask strangers so I went by myself. You can laugh if you want - it's a bit pathetic.~
@708  = ~You're right, it is a little stupid.~
@709  = ~Let's just say, I didn't know you could do THAT with a contortionist...~
@710  = ~But 'Triana's meant to be a lot more tasteful. Only a few people get run through with swords. And it said on the posters there's only one 'intimate scene'. If they call it that, it's got to be tasteful. Right?~
@711  = ~Hey! What are you implying? 'Triana's meant to be a lot more tasteful. Only a few people get run through with swords. And it said on the poster there's only one 'intimate scene'. If they call it that, it's got to be tasteful. Right?~
@712  = ~Chin up, <CHARNAME>, I've got you to keep me company nowadays. 'Triana's got a trapeze artist and the posters say there's an 'intimate scene'. If they call it that it's got to be good. Right?~
@713  = ~Well, I've got you to keep me company nowadays. 'Triana's got a trapeze artist and the posters say there's an 'intimate scene'. If they call it that it's got to be good. Right?~
@714  = ~Chin up, <CHARNAME>, I've got you to keep me company nowadays. 'Triana's got a trapeze artist, and everything. That's got to be good. Right?~
@715  = ~Well, I've got you to keep me company nowadays. 'Triana's got a trapeze artist, and everything. That's got to be good, right?~
@716  = ~Oi! Put that jerky down, right now!~ [FHF27]
@717  = ~But I'm hungry!~
@718  = ~(Ignore him and eat.)~
@719  = ~Okay, then. What's up with you?~
@720  = ~I know, you haven't eaten in ages. But I don't want you eating that.~
@721  = ~What in the hells is going on?~
@722  = ~Why not?~
@723  = ~You're looking unusually smug. What's up?~
@724  = ~I'll take that!~
@725  = ~I was eating that!~
@726  = ~What in the hells is going on, Faren?~
@727  = ~Are you hiding something behind your back? What's up?~
@728  = ~You'd better let me eat something, or I'm going to get cranky.~
@729  = ~What's up is...just let me...~
@730  = ~Touchy! Don't worry, <CHARNAME>, for I've got something better than jerky. Just let me...~
@731  = ~Yes, yes, you were, but now...just let me...~
@732  = ~Because I've got...just let me...~
@733  = ~Well, we wouldn't want that! Don't worry, I've got just the thing. Just let me...~
@734  = ~Here! Steak and ale pie, shortcrust pastry. I made it myself.~
@735  = ~And you want me to eat it?~
@736  = ~I didn't know you could cook!~
@737  = ~Wait a minute. When the hell did you make it?~
@738  = ~Faren, I don't even like steak and ale pies.~
@739  = ~Well, you could stick it on a mantelpiece, but I don't see pies as that ornamental. Plus, it wouldn't keep.~
@740  = ~I didn't even know you could cook!~
@741  = ~When were you able to make this?~
@742  = ~But I don't really like steak and ale pies, Faren.~
@743  = ~Oh, all right. Give it here.~
@744  = ~Heh. The whole thing I do with not helping you guys cook in the evenings is mostly because of laziness - my mum taught me how to cook when I was a kid.~
@745  = ~Well, if that's the case, we're putting you to work when we camp tonight!~
@746  = ~Okay then, let's give this a try.~
@747  = ~But I don't like steak and ale pies...~
@748  = ~Now that's a trade secret! Come on, at least try it.~
@749  = ~Does this work have to involve cooking? I could be your indentured masseur, instead...~
@750  = ~No, you've been slacking off. You need to pull your weight.~
@751  = ~I do like the sound of that!~
@752  = ~Hush, you. Now let me try this pie.~
@753  = ~That's okay, I have a backup plan. Chicken and mushroom!~
@754  = ~Just how many pies do you have in there?~
@755  = ~Now that's a pie I can get behind! Give it here.~
@756  = ~I don't like chicken and mushroom either, though.~
@757  = ~You've got two different flavours just handy?~
@758  = ~Just the two! Come on, at least try one of them.~
@759  = ~Okay, give it here.~
@760  = ~How come you've got two different flavours?~
@761  = ~I don't really like chicken and mushroom either, I'm afraid to say.~
@762  = ~Well, I wasn't sure which one you'd prefer, so I thought I'd make both. And I get to eat the other one!~
@763  = ~I don't really like either, though...~
@764  = ~Well, we can do that tonight. Now, come on. Try that pie.~
@765  = ~All right, all right. Now, come on. Try that pie.~
@766  = ~Whaaat? Ah, come on, who doesn't like pie?~
@767  = ~Ahem. Never mind that. What do you like?~
@768  = ~What's all this for, Faren?~
@769  = ~Cake's good. Something sweet.~
@770  = ~I don't know - I'd prefer you to just relax, though.~
@771  = ~Just get me a big hunk of meat of some kind, and I'll be happy.~
@772  = ~(The pie tastes good, and is still piping hot. Faren watches you expectantly.)~
@773  = ~That was pretty good!~
@774  = ~Hmm, it's all right. Could be better, though.~
@775  = ~I want to kidnap you and force you to make me pies forevermore!~
@776  = ~Thank you, that was nice. I'd like to know what all this was for, though.~
@777  = ~I can do that! Chocolate cake it is.~
@778  = ~I'm perfectly relaxed! Seriously, I am. I just - I just want to cook you something you'd like to eat.~
@779  = ~Oh, Araden had this amazing recipe for pork marinade. I'll try to remember it.~
@780  = ~Ha! I definitely like the sound of that.~
@781  = ~I'm glad. I meant for you to like it!~
@782  = ~Well, you can think about what you'd like better and I can make a better one next time.~
@783  = ~What's it for? Nothing, I guess. I just feel bad for you having all this stuff happening to you, and I wanted to do something nice - sort of a "sorry things aren't going well" present.~
@784  = ~That's very sweet, thank you.~
@785  = ~You don't have to apologise, it's not your fault!~
@786  = ~Then I accept it. It always helps when sympathy is in the form of food.~
@787  = ~I guess. I just feel bad for you having all this stuff happening to you, and I wanted to do something nice - sort of a "sorry things aren't going well" present.~
@788  = ~Me, sweet? That'll be the day! I'm glad you liked it, though. I'll have to make you something else in return for the compliments.~
@789  = ~No, it wasn't my fault, but I do know that you've got enough on your plate without me adding to it.~
@790  = ~Faren, whatever you have to deal with, I deal with too. You're not on your own. ~
@791  = ~I can handle it. You don't have to hold things back with me.~
@792  = ~I understand. Thanks for thinking about it.~
@793  = ~You're right. My quest is my priority, and I'll appreciate it if you don't add to my burdens again.~
@794  = ~That sounds like something Jessalyn used to say! I'll have to make you something else later, in return for the compliments.~
@795  = ~I think so. No, I definitely do. And I know that hanging out with you has a big part to play with that, which is why I wanted to make you feel good too. With pie.~
@796  = ~Well, I'm glad I could help.~
@797  = ~Good, maybe now you'll stop going on about it so much.~
@798  = ~And I'm damn glad about that. You're a good <PRO_MANWOMAN>, <CHARNAME> - thank you. A lot.~
@799  = ~You're more than welcome.~
@800  = ~...Sure, if that's how you feel.~
@801  = ~So am I!~
@802  = ~Okay, what in the hells was that about?~
@803  = ~You know what? Never mind.~
@804  = ~Wait a minute. Is your sleeve charred? It's charred, isn't it! When did that happen?~ [FHF28]
@805  = ~Are you all right? You look a bit stressed.~
@806  = ~Hey, calm down. I'm really all right.~
@807  = ~Are you worried about me? What happened to putting a big bet on my chances, eh?~
@808  = ~This stuff is going to carry on happening, Faren. You need to just deal with it.~
@809  = ~I know, sometimes it scares me too. I can't help but wonder if one day my luck will run out.~
@810  = ~Of course I'm stressed, you got burnt by something and I can't even figure out what it was or when it happened!~
@811  = ~Don't be stupid, of course I'm going to worry. You got burnt by something and I can't even figure out what it was or when it happened!~
@812  = ~I know. You're always all right, you're always fine, and that's how it goes. But what if one day that's not what happens?~
@813  = ~Heh, you remember that? I meant it, and I still do. But I can't help but think, what if one day that's not how it goes?~
@814  = ~I'm trying, all right? Just give me some slack. I don't want you going anywhere! What if one day you don't win?~
@815  = ~Oh, I didn't mean to go make you worry as well. Damn.~
@816  = ~Look, it's not that I think you're weak or unlucky or anything - in fact, what I think of you is about as far away from that as you can get. I just know that if something happened to you I'd...I'd get really, really angry. Not at you, just at whatever or whoever did it.~
@817  = ~I didn't know I meant that much to you.~
@818  = ~Is that it? You'd get really angry? Well, thanks.~
@819  = ~Don't you go anywhere either. I'd hate to have to get really angry.~
@820  = ~I just know that if something happened to you I'd...I'd get really, really angry. Not at you, just at whatever or whoever did it.~
@821  = ~Of course you do. It isn't just because of the sex, I can promise you that. I just hate the idea of losing you.~
@822  = ~Thank you. It's good to know these things.~
@823  = ~Come on, grow a pair. I'm not going to die like your other party did. I'm going to win.~
@824  = ~Of course you do. It isn't just because I haven't got you into bed yet or anything, I can promise you that. I just hate the idea of losing you.~
@825  = ~Oh come on, you know what I mean. I just hate the idea of losing you.~
@826  = ~Heh, thanks. I kind of like the idea of you avenging my death.~
@827  = ~Well, for that to happen you'd have to die, and I don't like the idea of that at all.~
@828  = ~I like how you can always find something fun about this kind of situation!~
@829  = ~Oh, I know - I just hate the idea of losing you.~
@830  = ~Well, that's good to know.~
@831  = ~That it is, <CHARNAME>. That it is.~
@832  = ~Okay, I'm going to go over here and pretend you didn't say that.~
@833  = ~Heh, that makes two of us!~
@834  = ~Heh, that's oddly reassuring. I'm sure it'd put off any of my would-be killers, anyway.~
@835  = ~I'd prefer to not die at all, but that's...oddly reassuring. Coming from you it is, anyway.~
@836  = ~Well, everyone has a talent, I guess!~
@837  = ~Come on, let's get going. We can watch out for burning-things together.~
@838  = ~If you've got a minute, I'd like a word.~ [FHF29]
@839  = ~I, um. I guess I wasn't really expecting to say this so soon, but I like you a lot. That could hardly escape your notice, I know! And I was...wondering if you felt the same way. We could have a proper thing, if you see what I mean, where we wouldn't do stuff with other people.~
@840  = ~Faren, I've been waiting for you to say this for ages. I'd love to be with you.~
@841  = ~I'm not sure. I don't know whether I'm ready for such a big commitment.~
@842  = ~I don't know how to say this, but I think we should just be friends.~
@843  = ~I wasn't - actually expecting to say this so soon. If I'm honest it's been quite strange getting to know you - we're from such different worlds and... Well, anyway, I like you a lot. And I was wondering if you felt the same way.~
@844  = ~If you wanted we could have a proper thing, if you see what I mean, where we wouldn't do stuff with other people.~
@845  = ~What do you mean, we're from such different worlds?~
@846  = ~I like your company, and I like spending time with you. I was wondering whether you felt the same about me - I think we could have a good thing going.~
@847  = ~I like spending time with you, and I know things are a bit strange with us being from such different worlds, but I think we could have a good thing going. I was wondering if you felt the same way.~
@848  = ~I don't know whether this is the right time, because, well, I don't think I know you as well as I'd normally like to before bringing something like this up.~
@849  = ~I do like spending time with you, though, and I think we could get a good thing going. I was wondering if you felt the same way.~
@850  = ~To be honest I don't know whether this is the right time, because, well, I don't think I know you as well as I'd normally like to before bringing something like this up. We're from such different words, and...~
@851  = ~Well, anyway, I do like spending time with you, and I think we could get a good thing going. And I was wondering if you felt the same way.~
@852  = ~That's great! You should have said before, I've been trying to work out how to say this all <DAYNIGHT>.~
@853  = ~(Faren pulls you into a hug and lands a kiss just below your ear. When he releases you, a smile is on his face which takes a few minutes to fade.)~
@854  = ~That's great, <CHARNAME> - you should have said before, though, I've been trying to work out how to say this all <DAYNIGHT>!~
@855  = ~(With an uncharacteristically serious expression, Faren lifts his hand and runs his fingertips down your cheek. He grins and pulls you into a hug, landing a kiss just below your ear. When he releases you, there is a smile on his face which takes a while to fade.)~
@856  = ~I get that. I should say, though - I don't want this to be some kind of situation where I get strung along.~
@857  = ~What do you mean, strung along? I'm not that sort of person!~
@858  = ~Do you not trust me to be faithful to you, then?~
@859  = ~Thank you. I'm glad you're giving me some time to think.~
@860  = ~I...okay, then. Thanks for saying now rather than later.~
@861  = ~Well, we're just...different. I'm sorry, there's no other way of saying it.~
@862  = ~Thank you, <CHARNAME>.~
@863  = ~(Faren pulls you into a hug, landing a kiss below your ear, and gives your shoulder a squeeze before continuing to walk beside you.)~
@864  = ~(With an uncharacteristically serious expression, Faren lifts his hand and runs his fingertips down your cheek. He grins and pulls you into a hug, landing a kiss just below your ear. When he releases you, he gives your shoulder a squeeze before continuing to walk beside you.)~
@865  = ~(Faren smiles and gives you a long hug, dropping a kiss on your cheek as he releases you.)~
@866  = ~(With an uncharacteristically serious expression, Faren lifts his hand and runs his fingertips down your cheek. He pulls you into a hug, dropping a kiss on your cheek as he releases you.)~
@867  = ~No, look, I'm sorry. I didn't mean it like that. I don't think you'd be like that, but I've been in a situation where it happened, and I wanted to make sure.~
@868  = ~I see what you mean. Well, I won't do that - I just want time to think.~
@869  = ~Then I think we should go back to being friends. I don't think I want that kind of relationship.~
@870  = ~When you put it like that, I think I feel more sure of myself. I'd like to be with you.~
@871  = ~That's okay. I can see that this is all happening a bit fast, and I don't want you rushing into something you don't want. I can wait for you to make up your mind.~
@872  = ~When I thought about who I might be with, back in the day, I didn't think I'd end up with a dwarven <PRO_MANWOMAN>. I won't say I didn't buy into some of the things people say about you folks. But it's not a problem now, I can say that.~
@873  = ~But we're not that uncommon, Faren - there are dwarves wandering around everywhere.~
@874  = ~Well, whatever your reservations might have been, I'd like to be with you.~
@875  = ~I'm not sure whether I'm ready for such a big commitment.~
@876  = ~I see. I don't know how to say this, but I think we should just be friends.~
@877  = ~When I thought about who I might be with, back in the day, I didn't think I'd end up with an elven <PRO_MANWOMAN>. I won't say I didn't buy into some of the things people say about you folks. But it's not a problem now, I can say that.~
@878  = ~But we're not that uncommon, Faren - there are elves wandering around everywhere.~
@879  = ~When I thought about who I might be with, back in the day, I didn't think I'd end up with an gnomish <PRO_MANWOMAN>. I won't say I didn't buy into some of the things people say about you folks. But it's not a problem now, I can say that.~
@880  = ~But we're not that uncommon, Faren - there are gnomes wandering around everywhere.~
@881  = ~When I thought about who I might be with, back in the day, I didn't think I'd end up with a <PRO_MANWOMAN> with elven blood. I won't say I didn't buy into some of the things people say about you folks. But it's not a problem now, I can say that.~
@882  = ~But we're not that uncommon, Faren - there are half-elves wandering around everywhere.~
@883  = ~When I thought about who I might be with, back in the day, I didn't think I'd end up with a halfling <PRO_MANWOMAN>. I won't say I didn't buy into some of the things people say about you folks. But it's not a problem now, I can say that.~
@884  = ~But we're not that uncommon, Faren - there are halflings wandering around everywhere.~
@885  = ~When I thought about who I might be with, back in the day, I didn't think I'd end up with a <PRO_MANWOMAN> with orcish blood. I won't say I didn't buy into some of the things people say about you folks. But it's not a problem now, I can say that.~
@886  = ~Yeah, but I haven't gotten into relationships with them. It's different.~
@887  = ~Well, whatever your reservations were before, I'd love to be with you.~
@888  = ~I'm not sure about being with you. I don't know whether I'm ready for such a big commitment.~
@889  = ~So...would you say you're a jewellery person?~ [FHF30]
@890  = ~Er, what? I don't know what you're talking about.~
@891  = ~Are you proposing or something?~
@892  = ~Yes, actually. Have you bought me something? Let me see!~
@893  = ~Personally, I prefer flowers if you're feeling affectionate.~
@894  = ~You don't have to buy my feelings, Faren. I like you enough anyway.~
@895  = ~Oh, you know, trinkets and things. I could get you a necklace, maybe, and it'd go with your eyes. Or something like that.~
@896  = ~Oh, you know, I could get you a signet ring, or something - although then it'd have Bhaal on it, wouldn't it? We don't want to advertise that particular family connection.~
@897  = ~What? No! I mean, no, not anytime soon. Er, not that I don't like you, obviously I do, otherwise I wouldn't have said so before.~
@898  = ~Er, not actually "bought", yet. And don't look at me like that, that doesn't mean I'm going to steal something for you! No, when I buy you something it'll be nice, and it'll match your eyes, or something...~
@899  = ~Flowers, eh? I suppose that'd work too. I guess I won't buy a red-hot-poker bouquet, that might put across the wrong message.~
@900  = ~That's a really nice thing to say, <CHARNAME>. But I kind of feel like I should be getting you something anyway. I don't know, that'd be useful. Though jewellery isn't exactly useful unless it's got an enchantment baked into it, is it...~
@901  = ~Ah, hells. I didn't know all this would be so weird!~
@902  = ~What do you mean, "all this"?~
@903  = ~Come on, Faren. You don't think I'm weird, do you?~
@904  = ~Why are you getting so nervous, Faren? You're not scared of me, are you?~
@905  = ~It's just - travelling together and being together at the same time - it's really odd. I've never done it before.~
@906  = ~Well, I have, and I know that it can work if you're willing to put the effort in.~
@907  = ~Fair enough. I know what you mean - it's a new experience for me, too.~
@908  = ~So does this mean that I don't get my presents?~
@909  = ~Yeah, of course I do! In the best possible way, of course, but you couldn't claim you're normal.~
@910  = ~No, of course I'm not.~
@911  = ~I am willing, don't worry, it's just that it's not something I've had experience with, so it's a bit daunting. Not that it's not good at the same time, but...~
@912  = ~I'll work it out in my head before too long. And I'll be sure to get you something nice at some point!~
@913  = ~I guess we can learn together, then. Don't get me wrong, I'm having a lot of fun being with you, and I like you a lot. It's not like it's not great at the same time.~
@914  = ~Of course not! I'll be sure to get you something nice before too long, and I'm sure it'll work out in my head at some point.~
@915  = ~Which would you prefer: a smoke after dinner or lazing about in the garden?~ [FHF31]
@916  = ~I love how you never run out of crazy, Faren. What's this about?~
@917  = ~Sitting about with brandy, talking politics? Sounds like fun!~
@918  = ~Come on, you know I'd prefer the garden.~
@919  = ~I'd prefer the lazing option, please!~
@920  = ~Neither of them?~
@921  = ~Whichever one you'd be doing.~
@922  = ~Hmmm. Then my mum would probably have liked you best.~
@923  = ~Hmmm. Then my dad would probably have liked you best.~
@924  = ~Heh, then my dad would probably have liked you best. He was a lot more fond of stubbornness than Mum was.~
@925  = ~Heh, then I'm not sure who would have liked you best.~
@926  = ~I was imagining what it would have been like if my parents were still alive - us two rolling in, me introducing you to them, neither of them approving one bit. That kind of thing.~
@927  = ~You must miss them.~
@928  = ~I'm sorry I won't get to meet them. I'd like to be able to thank them.~
@929  = ~Why wouldn't they approve of me?~
@930  = ~I'd introduce you to my parents, but I don't know who my mother is and both of my possible fathers are dead.~
@931  = ~Some of the time? More right now than I do usually. I'm trying to remember what I can about them, but it's been ages since they died, and I've done so much since. I kind of forget that when they died I hadn't even left the militia.~
@932  = ~I'm sure they'd be pleased with what you've been up to.~
@933  = ~I know what you mean. I wish I could tell Gorion somehow how I am, who I've become, but I can't.~
@934  = ~I would have liked to meet them. I would have liked to thank them.~
@935  = ~What were they like?~
@936  = ~You must have been so different back then.~
@937  = ~Oh, you're such a sap. Thank you, though. I would have liked to meet Gorion, but I don't think he would have approved of me.~
@938  = ~Maybe not, but you're mine. He would have respected that.~
@939  = ~What's not to like about you? You're a bit of a scoundrel, but you keep me safe. He would have loved you for that.~
@940  = ~Probably not. But I don't care, and I wouldn't if he were still alive. I'm my own <PRO_MANWOMAN>.~
@941  = ~(He smiles a little sadly, then kisses you on the jaw.)

Yeah, I don't really want to meet your father. No offence. Well, Gorion sounded like a decent man, but I don't think he would have approved of me, so...~
@942  = ~I don't know about that - they were always at me to have less of a life. They were pretty quiet - to Mum, the idea of a really exciting day was when the weather turned without too much of a warning.~
@943  = ~They were good people, but I think they would have thought you were a bad influence, or something.~
@944  = ~I would have won them over eventually, don't worry.~
@945  = ~Well, I am, aren't I?~
@946  = ~That's kind of disappointing. I would have liked to get on with your parents.~
@947  = ~I wouldn't have minded, if you were okay with it.~
@948  = ~(He smiles a little sadly, then kisses you on the jaw.)

Gorion loved you. Look at you now - he'd definitely be proud of you. I don't think he would have approved of me, though.~
@949  = ~They were pretty quiet - to Mum, the idea of a really exciting day was when the weather turned without too much of a warning.~
@950  = ~I wouldn't have minded, if you were okay with that.~
@951  = ~I guess so. I wasn't nearly so easygoing about things - it was kind of easy to get me riled up, at least if you knew what to say. And I was kind of rebellious. I think I was a trial for Mum and Dad more than anything.~
@952  = ~Don't be ridiculous. I'm sure they loved you.~
@953  = ~You're a trial now, my dear, so things haven't changed!~
@954  = ~Well, you're here now. And you're happy with the way things are?~
@955  = ~It seems like you have matured a lot - which would make your parents proud, I'm sure.~
@956  = ~Well, I wouldn't have wanted to cause any friction between the two of you.~
@957  = ~Hey, you're not supposed to make me cry! Meanie.~
@958  = ~My parents were pretty quiet people. They might have thought you were a bad influence...but yeah. You keep me safe, and I don't think they would have asked for anything more. So they would have definitely liked you.~
@959  = ~Knowing that? Makes them not being around feel a lot better than it did before.~
@960  = ~Heh, however badly I'd get on with Gorion, or you with my parents, I'm sure they'd get on well with each other. I was stubborn like that when they were alive.~
@961  = ~Would your parents dislike me, then?~
@962  = ~Ha, that sounds kind of scary.~
@963  = ~So far as my parents went? They were good people, but I think they would have thought you were a bad influence, or something.~
@964  = ~You know, you probably would have. You could have bought them fudge - they loved fudge!~
@965  = ~Maybe. You could have bought them fudge, though. That would have helped: they loved fudge!~
@966  = ~It's okay. We would have won them over eventually, I'm sure.~
@967  = ~Only in a sexy way!~
@968  = ~Seriously, though? It's okay. We would have won them over eventually, I'm sure.~
@969  = ~We would have won them over eventually, I'm sure. Don't worry.~
@970  = ~Hey, you meanie!~
@971  = ~(He jostles you, then kisses you with a loud smack of the lips.)~
@972  = ~Are you kidding? I don't think I could be happier.~
@973  = ~Thank you. It's not the same, hearing it from you - well, it kind of is. If you think so, that's definitely enough for me.~
@974  = ~I know, doesn't it? Heh, well, we can always imagine.~
@975  = ~Close your eyes, I've got a surprise for you.~ [FHF32]
@976  = ~Ooh, very exciting! Okay, go.~
@977  = ~Why? What sort of surprise is it?~
@978  = ~No, I don't like surprises.~
@979  = ~It's a nice surprise, but it's not a sexy surprise. I can kiss you too, but that won't be the surprise. Come on, I want to give them to you!~
@980  = ~What's that behind your back?~
@981  = ~Oh, all right. Go on.~
@982  = ~Come on, don't be a spoilsport. I've been looking forward to this!~
@983  = ~For you, I will. Okay, go on.~
@984  = ~No. Just give me whatever it is.~
@985  = ~(You close your eyes and hold out your hands. You feel Faren come close; he touches your face, kisses you gently on the lips and then puts something bulky in your hands.)

Mmm, you smell good.~
@986  = ~Can I open my eyes now?~
@987  = ~(Kiss him again.)~
@988  = ~(Try to figure out what the present is.)~
@989  = ~You smell good too, you know.~
@990  = ~Oh, fine. Here you go, I hope you like them. And I hope they're your size. Yeesh, what if they're not your--~
@991  = ~Anyway. Here.

(He pulls a pair of boots out from behind his back and places them gently in your hands. They're definitely well made of quality leather, with reinforcements for outstanding durability. They glow faintly when they catch the light; they're likely magical.)~
@992  = ~Oh Faren, these are lovely!~
@993  = ~But I haven't got you anything!~
@994  = ~Ooh, what do these do?~
@995  = ~Where did you get these from?~
@996  = ~Go on. I hope you like them. And I hope they're your size. Yeesh, what if they're not?~
@997  = ~(Your aim is off a little, and you end up half-kissing his nose as well as his mouth.)

Ha! Come on, open your eyes. I hope you like them. And I hope they're your size. Yeesh, what if they're not?~
@998  = ~(It's easy to figure out that this is a pair of boots. They're well-made and they feel sturdy, and there's a faint tingle that points to magical properties.)

Hey, stop ruining the surprise! Come on, open your eyes. I hope you like them. And I hope they're your size. Yeesh, what if they're not?~
@999  = ~(It's pretty straightforward to figure out that this is a pair of boots. They feel quite sturdy and smell new.)

Hey, stop ruining the surprise! Come on, open your eyes. I hope you like them. And I hope they're your size. Yeesh, what if they're not?~
@1000 = ~(You're not quite sure what you're feeling. They may be some boots. They do smell of leather.)

Hey, stop ruining the surprise! Come on, open your eyes. I hope you like them. And I hope they're your size. Yeesh, what if they're not?~
@1001 = ~Mmm. I could stand here and smell you all day.~
@1002 = ~Okay, that was just weird! Come on, open your eyes. I hope you like them. And I hope they're your size. Yeesh, what if they're not?~
@1003 = ~(A pair of shiny, new-looking boots sits in your hands. They're definitely well made of quality leather, with reinforcements for outstanding durability. They glow faintly when they catch the light; they're likely magical.)~
@1004 = ~(It's a pair of boots, just like you thought. They're definitely well made of quality leather, with reinforcements for outstanding durability. They glow faintly when they catch the light; they're likely magical.)~
@1005 = ~I'm glad you like them. I wasn't sure what exactly to get, but I wanted to get you something practical. Something that would help protect you, seeing as how I'm not exactly the most protecting of people.~
@1006 = ~Don't be silly, I don't need any presents - I've got you.~
@1007 = ~Um, anyway. You probably want to know what they do, right?~
@1008 = ~Heh, I can't give away all my trade secrets! How would I get you more presents?~
@1009 = ~You can cast a spell with them that protects you from magical weapons. I would have tried to get a hold of some that did it all the time but it turns out that's really, really expensive, so...~
@1010 = ~Thank you. I really do appreciate it.~
@1011 = ~Very useful! Thoughtful and smart: I pick my boyfriends well.~
@1012 = ~Hmm, I hope they will come in handy.~
@1013 = ~I'm glad to see you're feeling more relaxed about our relationship.~
@1014 = ~You really are welcome. I'm just glad you like them!~
@1015 = ~Of course I like them, they're from you.~
@1016 = ~I love you, Faren.~
@1017 = ~Well, jewelry is also nice. You should remember that for next time.~
@1018 = ~Ha, I'm glad you think so! Though really, I picked you. I'm the one with the excellent taste.~
@1019 = ~If you'd like to imply that my going for you means I have bad taste, go ahead.~
@1020 = ~Well, you certainly have excellent taste in boots!~
@1021 = ~So do I. If they don't, don't worry about it. It's the thought that counts, right?~
@1022 = ~Well, if I don't like them, next time I can help you choose something, okay?~
@1023 = ~Definitely. I do really appreciate it.~
@1024 = ~I'd still prefer something I can use.~
@1025 = ~Yeah, I am. I figure, I've got the <PRO_GIRLBOY>, what more do I want? I'm happy.~
@1026 = ~Oh, you're such a charmer!~
@1027 = ~(Faren looks more shocked than pleased, though when he speaks he does make an effort to smile.

I - I - thank you. Thanks.~
@1028 = ~Should I not have said anything?~
@1029 = ~Don't worry. You don't have to say it until you're ready.~
@1030 = ~Don't you love me, Faren?~
@1031 = ~I certainly will remember that!~
@1032 = ~That would be fun! We could make a day of it.~
@1033 = ~Well, let's see if these work out for you. If they don't I can try to get something better.~
@1034 = ~No. No, I like that you said it. It's really nice to hear.~
@1035 = ~Heh, I honestly don't know what god I accidentally honoured to get you on my side, <CHARNAME>. You're fantastic.~
@1036 = ~I don't not. Oh, I - I'll talk to you later. I'm sorry, it's just a, just a shock. Um. I hope you liked the boots.~
@1037 = ~If, um, you've got a moment, I wouldn't mind having a chat.~ [FHF33]
@1038 = ~I could get you something if you like. Would you like a drink?~
@1039 = ~Yes, please, that would be lovely.~
@1040 = ~What's up, Faren? You look a little distracted.~
@1041 = ~No, thank you. To be honest, I'd rather just go to sleep.~
@1042 = ~I'm fine. I've got all I want right here.~
@1043 = ~Here you are. Compliments of the chef, or something. Er, not that I brewed it, I wouldn't have the first idea about how to do that.~
@1044 = ~Hmm? No, I'm not distracted.~
@1045 = ~Oh. All right, then. I'll see you in the morning - or whenever we get up.~
@1046 = ~Mmm. Thank you, <CHARNAME> - you did mean me, right?~
@1047 = ~(For a moment or two, Faren watches you with an expression that could only be called skittish. He opens his mouth to speak, seems to change his mind, then starts fiddling with one of his bootlaces.)~
@1048 = ~<CHARNAME>, I--~
@1049 = ~<CHARNAME>, I know we've talked about--~
@1050 = ~Funny how the words stick in your throat, isn't it? It must be my boots cutting off my circulation, or something, and I should really stop talking, shouldn't I?~
@1051 = ~But I love you. I do. That's all I wanted to say.~
@1052 = ~What's brought this on, all of a sudden? You haven't said before.~
@1053 = ~And I love you too, Faren.~
@1054 = ~Who would have thought such short words would pose such a problem?~
@1055 = ~Faren, I'm not sure this is going to work. It's all so fast.~
@1056 = ~Would you want me getting in a state like this if we actually had something to do? By Waukeen, it's taken about the whole <DAYNIGHT> to work myself up to say it.~
@1057 = ~You can't be serious! Do I really scare you that much?~
@1058 = ~But you're all right now, right? I don't want you to keel over tomorrow.~
@1059 = ~Well, I love you too. Even if it's taken you the whole <DAYNIGHT> to say it.~
@1060 = ~Faren, I'm sorry. I don't think this is going to work.~
@1061 = ~Mmmm, thank you. You know, I feel a lot better for saying it. Kind of like ripping off a bandage - er, but in the good way.~
@1062 = ~I know! By Waukeen, it's taken about the whole <DAYNIGHT> to work myself up to say it.~
@1063 = ~What? But we talked about it and you said--~
@1064 = ~Look. Fine. If you've decided that, then have fun - I'd rather not talk to you for a while, if it's all the same.~
@1065 = ~I...guess it was only a matter of time. There was only so long I could have waited.~
@1066 = ~I'd rather not talk to you for a while, if it's all the same.~
@1067 = ~Heh, I can just hear the town criers. "Mighty <CHARNAME> terrified a poor civilian because he didn't know how to say he loved <PRO_HIMHER>."~
@1068 = ~I actually feel a lot better for saying it. Kind of like ripping off a bandage - er, but in the good way.~
@1069 = ~Yeah, I'm fine. Better than fine - I feel a lot better for actually saying it. Kind of like ripping off a bandage - er, but in the good way.~
@1070 = ~D'you want to rest together? No funny business - unless you want there to be, of course - but I'd like to hold you.~
@1071 = ~I'd like that a great deal. Let's head to bed.~
@1072 = ~I'm all for funny business, just as long as you never call it that again.~
@1073 = ~I find it hard to sleep when you're right there - I'd rather we didn't.~
@1074 = ~Faren, listen. I'm sorry. I don't think this is going to work.~
@1075 = ~With pleasure.~
@1076 = ~Heh, I thought you'd be amused by that. Come on, let's go, then.~
@1077 = ~Of course. Goodnight, then, sweetheart.~
@1078 = ~Oh - damn, damn, that tickles!~ [FHF34]
@1079 = ~Er...Faren, are you all right?~
@1080 = ~What tickles? Who's tickling you?~
@1081 = ~Oh dear, what have you done now?~
@1082 = ~Aha! Gotcha!~
@1083 = ~Is that a...ferret?~
@1084 = ~What is going on, Faren?~
@1085 = ~That is adorable!~
@1086 = ~Gods, a polymorphed mage! Where did he come from?~
@1087 = ~Yes it is! This is Felix.~
@1088 = ~Isn't it obvious? I've got a ferret! His name's Felix.~
@1089 = ~I know, isn't he just? This is Felix, my pet ferret.~
@1090 = ~Er, no. He's a ferret. An actual ferret, called Felix.~
@1091 = ~Felix, say hi to <CHARNAME>. <CHARNAME>, say hello to Felix.~
@1092 = ~Am I hallucinating? Or are you actually brandishing that ferret at me?~
@1093 = ~Hi, Felix! How's it hanging?~
@1094 = ~Where in the hells did you get it, Faren?~
@1095 = ~No, you're not hallucinating. And say hello, you're being impolite.~
@1096 = ~Faren, stop playing around for a moment. Why do you have a ferret?~
@1097 = ~Hello, Felix.~
@1098 = ~Can I ask where this ferret came from?~
@1099 = ~There we go! I'm glad you like him. There was this street vendor a while back, I saw this little guy, and I just couldn't resist.~
@1100 = ~I wouldn't say I like him, exactly...~
@1101 = ~Do you really think it's good for him to be travelling with us on the road?~
@1102 = ~I didn't know you liked ferrets so much.~
@1103 = ~Why did you get him? Beyond simply having the urge to, I mean.~
@1104 = ~There was this street vendor a while back, I saw this little guy, and I just couldn't resist.~
@1105 = ~I just - there was this street vendor a while back, I saw this little guy, and I just couldn't resist. But it's more than that.~
@1106 = ~I'm really happy, you know. The two of us, together, no matter what's going on with you or us or the world. And I was just thinking to myself the other day, what more could I want?~
@1107 = ~And the answer was, a ferret?~
@1108 = ~I'm glad you're happy with me, Faren.~
@1109 = ~What about children?~
@1110 = ~I love you too, you know.~
@1111 = ~Don't worry, he's a sweetheart. Once you get to know him I'm sure he'll win you over!~
@1112 = ~Heh, I'm sorry. I'm just in a good mood, I guess.~
@1113 = ~Don't apologise for being in a good mood!~
@1114 = ~What's got you so cheerful?~
@1115 = ~Well, I like the idea of you being happy, but try not to express it by purchasing pets next time?~
@1116 = ~Felix can take care of himself. He'll stick with me most of the time, and if I do let him have a run around I'll keep an eye on him.~
@1117 = ~I know it might be...a bit weird. But I'm really happy, you know? The two of us, together, no matter what's going on with you or us or the world. And I was just thinking to myself the other day, what more could I want?~
@1118 = ~It's not ferrets that I like so much - though they are damn cute - it's more, well...it's hard to explain.~
@1119 = ~All right, I won't. I love you so much - I just never expected to get into this kind of relationship, especially not with someone like you...~
@1120 = ~You have. Seriously, <CHARNAME> - you're the best thing that's ever happened to me. I love you. I had just been thinking to myself, what more could I want?~
@1121 = ~If it does bother you, I'll certainly run it by you first next time! I guess I should try to explain why I got him?~
@1122 = ~First off, you know, I'm really happy. The two of us, together, no matter what's going on with you or us or the world. And I was just thinking to myself the other day, what more could I want?~
@1123 = ~Ha! I guess it was. Pets are awesome - we used to have a cat when I was a kid.~
@1124 = ~Well, we can always get more pets once we settle down.~
@1125 = ~I'm sorry you can't have more pets, with us on the road and all.~
@1126 = ~Well, Felix will do for now. He is sort of cute.~
@1127 = ~I know that, don't be silly. Now let me just put Felix down...~
@1128 = ~Aah, what? Now? Come on, we--~
@1129 = ~Sorry. You took me kind of by surprise with that.~
@1130 = ~You don't want us to have children?~
@1131 = ~I'm sorry for springing that on you! Don't worry about it.~
@1132 = ~You looked like you were going to have a heart attack!~
@1133 = ~Well, I'd like to have kids one day.~
@1134 = ~Well, I'd like to get kids one day.~
@1135 = ~Well, I don't see it happening anytime soon, but it's definitely maybe on the cards. If there was someone I'd want to settle with it's you. Now, let me just put Felix down...~
@1136 = ~Don't be silly. What did I just say about being with you no matter what? That's totally applicable to missing pets. Now, let me just put Felix down...~
@1137 = ~I'm glad you're <PRO_MANWOMAN> enough to admit it! Now, let me just put Felix down...~
@1138 = ~Well, not at the moment. I'm certainly not saying that in the future we can't - maybe we'll find some really cute orphans or something - but I think it'll be tough enough balancing the threat of Irenicus and a ferret at the same time.~
@1139 = ~Let's not - let's not talk about this now. Definitely later though, I promise you that. For now, though, let me just put Felix down...~
@1140 = ~Well, not at the moment. I'm certainly not saying that in the future we can't, but I think it'll be tough enough balancing the threat of Irenicus and a ferret at the same time.~
@1141 = ~Let's - er, let's not talk about this now. Definitely later though, I promise you that. For now, though, let me just put Felix down...~
@1142 = ~It's okay. I'm not worried, I was just surprised, like I said.~
@1143 = ~Let's have the kids conversation another day. I promise you that we will. For now, though, let me just put Felix down...~
@1144 = ~Don't worry, I'm not dying! I was just surprised, like I said.~
@1145 = ~Let's have the kids conversation another day. For now, though, let me just put Felix down...~
@1146 = ~I think maybe so would I. Especially if they're with you.~
@1147 = ~Ahh, let's have the kids conversation another day. For now, though, let me just put Felix down...~
@1148 = ~I think maybe so would I. Especially if we're together.~
@1149 = ~That's better, now I've got both hands free. Now let's stop talking, and come here: I miss kissing you already.~
@1150 = ~It must be worrying for you, with your friend gone like this. I hope she's in one piece when we find her.~ [FHF35]
@1151 = ~I do, too. Sometimes I worry that she's not going to be all right...~
@1152 = ~She's not my main concern. I want to get revenge on that wizard.~
@1153 = ~I appreciate your thought, but I really don't have the time to talk about it right now.~
@1154 = ~What I'm thinking is none of your business, Faren.~
@1155 = ~Hey, I didn't mean to get you dwelling on it. No, I'm sure she'll be okay - you and her were obviously brought up to handle yourselves.~
@1156 = ~Thanks, I'll take that as a compliment.~
@1157 = ~That's not all that comforting, to be honest. Things have changed since I left home.~
@1158 = ~That's certainly true. We had to grow up fast, given the things that happened.~
@1159 = ~Revenge is all very well, <CHARNAME>, but it'll eat you up if you let it, trust me.~
@1160 = ~Heh, and here I am giving sermons - I'm hardly a wise guide.~
@1161 = ~You're not exactly qualified to give advice about such a thing.~
@1162 = ~I will make Irenicus suffer if I wish to, Faren, and you won't hold me back.~
@1163 = ~Well, I think it's good advice. I need to keep hold of myself if I want to get things done.~
@1164 = ~That's all right in theory, but you don't know what I've been through.~
@1165 = ~No worries. I'll leave you to it.~
@1166 = ~Well, you're the one in charge, and if you get worried everyone around's going to get antsy - so I'd say it was my business. But never mind - I'll leave you to it.~
@1167 = ~I meant it as one. You're obviously not the kind of person who gives up on things. If anyone can find their way to where that wizard's hiding, it'll be you.~
@1168 = ~Sorry. Sometimes it's hard to know what'll make someone feel better and what won't.~
@1169 = ~All I'll say is that sometimes when things change they're good, and sometimes they're...not so good. But sometimes stuff isn't what it seems at first, you know?~
@1170 = ~Yeah, I've seen that a lot with people on the road. It's weird, isn't it?~
@1171 = ~I guess sometimes when things change they're good, and sometimes they're...not so good. But sometimes things aren't what they seem at first, you know?~
@1172 = ~No, maybe not. I can see what's right in front of my eyes, though, and it's that that worries me.~
@1173 = ~No, you're right, I don't think I'd be able to. You're obviously not the kind of person who gives up on things. If anyone can find their way to where that wizard's hiding, it'll be you.~
@1174 = ~Glad you appreciate it. Sometimes I don't know what'll going to make someone feel better and what won't.~
@1175 = ~But you're obviously not the kind of person who gives up on things. If anyone can find their way to where that wizard's hiding, it'll be you.~
@1176 = ~Do you know what you're getting into, getting involved with the Shadow Thieves like this?~ [FHF36]
@1177 = ~How dare you question my decisions? This is my group and what I say goes.~
@1178 = ~What exactly are your misgivings? They've seemed fair enough to me.~
@1179 = ~I understand that you're unhappy with it, but it's the only choice I have.~
@1180 = ~I'm not happy, either. I can't stand working with these people - but what choice is there?~
@1181 = ~Fine, whatever. Just don't come complaining when it goes wrong.~
@1182 = ~Just...I've heard things, <CHARNAME>. I've heard about what they do to people who don't do what they want, and it's not pretty. There was a reason I never did any work in the Athkatla area - they've got eyes everywhere.~
@1183 = ~Well, I think we can fight off anyone who tries to follow us.~
@1184 = ~I'm not afraid of them. I doubt they'll get the better of me anytime soon.~
@1185 = ~I see what you mean. But we don't have any choice in the matter, really.~
@1186 = ~What kind of "work" do you speak of? I presume it was of the non-legal kind.~
@1187 = ~I suppose it is. I guess there isn't really any way of us getting to Spellhold on our own steam, is there?~
@1188 = ~You're right. I guess there isn't really any way of us getting to Spellhold on our own steam, is there?~
@1189 = ~I've no doubt about that. It's just that there are a lot more of them than there are of us.~
@1190 = ~I don't know, I think maybe you should be - well, maybe not afraid exactly, but healthy caution never hurt anybody.~
@1191 = ~Not exactly legal, no. Nothing of the lethal sort, but...you know how it is when you need money.~
@1192 = ~I guess the important thing is to get through it, and hopefully they won't want any more favours once we're done working for them.~
@1193 = ~I was wondering whether you had any...reservations about our new employer? You know, Bodhi.~ [FHF37]
@1194 = ~I'm not sure about her, to be honest - she seems decidedly odd.~
@1195 = ~Well, she's not my ideal ally, but she's getting us what we want, and that's important.~
@1196 = ~I don't have a problem with her: I like to be allied with someone strong.~
@1197 = ~Yeah, that was the impression I got, too. I don't know, she's...strange, but I guess it's better than trying to get anything out of Gaelan Bayle and his cronies.~
@1198 = ~That's true enough. Maybe she'll grow on me in time, I don't know. She enjoys having us at her beck and call a little too much for my liking, and that's without mentioning her...interesting choice of living-space.~
@1199 = ~If you say so. I like to be allied with someone strong, too, but that's not always a good thing.~
@1200 = ~Never mind, I'm sure it'll blow over. Once we've got what we want and she's got what she wants, I guess we won't have to cross paths again.~
@1201 = ~Well, this is a turn-up. This godsforsaken island is the last place I expected that wizard of yours to be hiding.~ [FHF38]
@1202 = ~I doubt I need to warn you about being careful, here. I don't want to be a meal for the sharks.~
@1203 = ~Thank you - it's good to know that you're watching my back.~
@1204 = ~He's not "my" wizard. Don't be so facetious about my situation.~
@1205 = ~You're right, I don't need the warning - but thank you for the thought.~
@1206 = ~I have no need of your warnings. I know how to handle myself.~
@1207 = ~And it's good to know you'll be watching mine. I'm not exactly thrilled with this place, but we've got to go through it, right?~
@1208 = ~Sorry, I didn't mean to offend you, or anything. Just making an observation. I wouldn't want to think that you were walking into something blindly.~
@1209 = ~Thanks, I suppose, though I don't like the way you said it.~
@1210 = ~Well, that's not my problem. I know what I'm doing.~
@1211 = ~You're welcome. I just wouldn't like to think that you were walking into something blindly.~
@1212 = ~I'm not exactly thrilled with this place, but we've got to go through it, right?~
@1213 = ~Fine, fine. I just wouldn't like to think that you were walking into something blindly.~
@1214 = ~I'm not exactly thrilled with this place, and I doubt you are either, but we've got to go through it, right?~
@1215 = ~Sure, I understand.~
@1216 = ~Fine, fine. I'm not exactly thrilled with this place, and I doubt you are either, but we've got to go through it, right?~
@1217 = ~Ugh, this place gives me the shivers. I wish we could see the sun again - even the asylum wasn't as bad as this.~ [FHF39]
@1218 = ~I'm not exactly comfortable here, either.~
@1219 = ~Don't worry, Faren. We'll be out soon enough.~
@1220 = ~Stop whining, Faren. We've got to stay focused.~
@1221 = ~No, of course not. And you've got other stuff to worry about, anyway. I'll leave you to it.~
@1222 = ~You know what? The weird thing is, I believe you. I wouldn't have thought I would - I guess you're an inspirational kind of <PRO_MANWOMAN>.~
@1223 = ~But you've got other stuff to worry about. I'll leave you to it.~
@1224 = ~I know that. I was just making conversation. If you don't want me to, you don't have to throw a hissy-fit.~
@1225 = ~If you hear me complaining about the rain again, you have my express permission to slap me. It's good to see the sky again!~ [FHF40]
@1226 = ~I'll be sure to remember that!~
@1227 = ~I know, it's wonderful to be out of that hellhole.~
@1228 = ~I don't know. I quite liked it when we were out of the sun.~
@1229 = ~Don't look so happy. We've got a lot to do, remember?~
@1230 = ~You do that - I'll thank you for it!~
@1231 = ~You can say that again. It's good to know that you have no plans to head back somewhere like that.~
@1232 = ~Uh-oh, don't turn vampiric on me now, <CHARNAME>. I've had enough of them to last a lifetime!~
@1233 = ~Pardon me for breathing. I know there's a lot to do, but you don't have to have that kind of attitude.~
@1234 = ~Are you as petrified of facing Bodhi as I am? I know we have to, and I know you've got a lot to fight for, but...~ [FHF41]
@1235 = ~I'm scared, too. I hope that you'll be at my back when we fight her.~
@1236 = ~I don't want you to be losing your nerve when there's so much at stake, Faren.~
@1237 = ~She's no match for me, don't worry. She's slipped from my grasp for the last time.~
@1238 = ~Of course I will be, if you'll have me.~
@1239 = ~I'm not losing my nerve, exactly. I'm not sure I had much to lose in the first place, but that's neither here nor there.~
@1240 = ~Yeah, but the fact that she has slipped from your grasp, as you put it, is what worries me.~
@1241 = ~I'm not trying to bring you down, or make you feel worried about things. I really appreciate how you've managed to make yourself go after this creature after Irenicus took your soul.~
@1242 = ~I don't do it for your amusement, Faren. This is a serious business.~
@1243 = ~Thank you. I'm glad that someone sees how much I've been going through.~
@1244 = ~Well, I'd prefer it if you didn't bother me with your worries. There's enough on my plate.~
@1245 = ~It's not amusement, <CHARNAME>, it's just...admiration, I guess. And of course I understand that things are serious - how could I not?~
@1246 = ~You're welcome. I just hope all this pans out okay.~
@1247 = ~Fine. Of course I understand that things are serious, but you don't have to bite my head off.~
@1248 = ~...Wow. The fight with Bodhi went better than I was expecting! How are you doing?~ [FHF42]
@1249 = ~Not too good. I didn't get my soul back, did I?~
@1250 = ~Exhausted! It's just another step I've had to take in my journey.~
@1251 = ~It's exhilarating. I can't believe I survived!~
@1252 = ~I knew I would succeed, even if you didn't. Do you have more faith in me now?~
@1253 = ~But she died! I bet Irenicus is pretty annoyed now that his plaything isn't around to soothe his ego. You did a great job.~
@1254 = ~That's true enough. Thank you, Faren, that helps a little.~
@1255 = ~But don't you understand? I've still got such a long way to go...~
@1256 = ~I just hope that she doesn't come back to life again.~
@1257 = ~Don't worry, <CHARNAME>. The journey'll be over someday, and I mean that in the good way. You'll have a chance to rest soon enough.~
@1258 = ~It can't come quickly enough for me. You always seem to have energy, though.~
@1259 = ~It's not the journey that bothers me - just that I don't have any freedom!~
@1260 = ~And you? Do you want to rest, too?~
@1261 = ~Good! You ought to be proud of yourself for coming so far. I mean, even in the time I've known you, you've changed a lot. I can't imagine how it must have been for you when you were just starting out.~
@1262 = ~It's been a long journey, certainly. I wish I had more freedom to do what I please!~
@1263 = ~Thank you, Faren. I appreciate the thought.~
@1264 = ~And how about you? Do you feel that you've changed?~
@1265 = ~Hey, I had faith in you. Well. Maybe I had some doubts, but I know you're pretty impressive when you set your mind to it, so...~
@1266 = ~Anyway, it's good to know that you felt confident about the whole thing. Bodes well for the future, doesn't it?~
@1267 = ~I hope so. I feel that I've been quite lucky, all things considered.~
@1268 = ~Yes - I hope I'll have a bit more freedom to do as I please in the future, though.~
@1269 = ~Good to know. Anytime you need a bit of a cheer-up, let me know - okay?~
@1270 = ~Yeah, that might be true - but you've got to remember that things change. You've changed, even since I've known you - and your situation'll get better. That's what I've found, anyway.~
@1271 = ~She'd better be pretty damn dead, but if she does come back I'll make sure she stays in her coffin once and for all.~
@1272 = ~Anyway, it bodes well for the future. Irenicus'll know that you're something to be reckoned with now.~
@1273 = ~Really? Thanks. I guess I just try and see things in proportion, or something. There's too much heartache around to get stressed about what might or might not happen.~
@1274 = ~Maybe I can motivate you, or something - at least, we can have a drink at the next inn, and hopefully that'll help you relax.~
@1275 = ~You've got the freedom to roam where you want, and lots of people would say that was a rarity.~
@1276 = ~Listen, I know it feels like things are closing in on you, but it'll change. It just takes time, that's all. Whoever heard of people our age having all the freedom we want?~
@1277 = ~Yeah, I do. But I know it'll take some time till that happens. Whoever heard of anyone our age getting everything they want?~
@1278 = ~Yeah, of course I have. I've learnt a lot about what I can do, definitely, and other things, too...~
@1279 = ~I think a rest'll be welcome, but it's not going to happen anytime soon. But whoever heard of anyone our age getting everything they want?~
@1280 = ~You've got me. That's lucky enough, right?~
@1281 = ~Good. I'm really glad you feel that way, and hopefully it won't get spoiled for you.~
@1282 = ~Please say you're getting vertigo too. By Waukeen, this place is odd!~ [FHF43]
@1283 = ~How can you say that? This is my spiritual home...~
@1284 = ~Yes, I feel as though I ought to belong here...but I don't.~
@1285 = ~I think it's beautiful. Why do you feel so uneasy?~
@1286 = ~Thank the gods you were feeling the same. I feel as though I'm going to fall at any moment!~
@1287 = ~Stow it, Faren. We've got a job to do, here.~
@1288 = ~Ah - no offence, <CHARNAME>. I'm just feeling a bit out of place here.~
@1289 = ~That's nothing to be ashamed of! Honestly, you belong where you feel you belong, and there's no "ought" about it.~
@1290 = ~Because it's weird! Give me a nice country house with a garden any day - that's beautiful. This is just...strange.~
@1291 = ~Heh, then we can stumble along these spindly little walkways together. Hopefully those guys'll be too busy running and yelling to snigger at us.~
@1292 = ~Come on, <CHARNAME>, what are you waiting for? I'll make a fool out of myself if you will!~
@1293 = ~Yeah, yeah, that doesn't stop it being really weird. Give me a nice country house with a big garden any day if I want a pretty landscape to look at. This is just...strange.~
@1294 = ~I'll keep my mouth shut, don't worry. I don't want to embarrass you in front of all the elves!~
@1295 = ~Ahem, maybe I shouldn't have said that so loudly? Never mind, they've got problems of their own - hopefully they won't hound me out of town because I find it weird.~
@1296 = ~Shall we go away from the others for a bit? Just far enough to have a bit of space to ourselves.~ [FHF44]
@1297 = ~You said you'd be interested in taking things further between us - are you still?~
@1298 = ~Actually, I don't think so. I don't think I'm ready, yet.~
@1299 = ~Yes, I'd like that.~
@1300 = ~Okay. If you do, though, let me know.~
@1301 = ~(Faren draws you into an embrace and begins to kiss you on the mouth, pulling you down to the ground.)~
@1302 = ~Hello?~ [FHF45]
@1303 = ~(Faren comes into your room as you are preparing to sleep and puts his arms around your waist, leaning towards you to kiss you.)~
@1304 = ~This is nice, but I don't think I'm ready for it yet.~
@1305 = ~Come to the bed, Faren, it's more comfortable.~
@1306 = ~(You can feel Faren smile as he returns your kiss. He slides one hand along your back and starts unbuttoning your shirt.)~
@1307 = ~(Faren lets you lead him to the bed, sits down and looks up at you with a smile. He pats the mattress at his side.)~
@1308 = ~You're right, it is a lot more comfortable. Come and join me.~
@1309 = ~I'm...all right. I wish my first time had been more special, though.~
@1310 = ~Hmm? Oh. I didn't realise you hadn't... I don't know how I could've made it more special, but I'm sorry anyway. Are you okay?~
@1311 = ~Yes, it was just a thought I had. Come on, let's go.~
@1312 = ~Yes, I will be. Let's just cuddle for a bit, I think.~
@1313 = ~Yeah, of course.~
@1314 = ~(Faren puts an arm around you and you lie together for a time before regretfully getting up.)~
@1315 = ~(Faren gives you a quick kiss before getting up and starting to pack up his things.)~
@1316 = ~Hey, c'mon, let's get out of here, find some girls who wanna good time. It'll be fun, promise...~ [FHF46]
@1317 = ~Come on, Faren, don't you think you've had enough?~
@1318 = ~I'd rather get some men who want a good time, but that sounds good to me!~
@1319 = ~That sounds good to me!~
@1320 = ~No, thank you. I think you'll have just as much fun by yourself.~
@1321 = ~You know, Faren, I wouldn't mind cosying up with you right here.~
@1322 = ~Nah, the night's young! Or day, whatever.~
@1323 = ~Yeah, s'ry, forgot. Men, then, anything for my pal <CHARNAME>! Now, how's about we...~
@1324 = ~Oh, didn' know you swung that way, good on you. Men, then, anything for my pal <CHARNAME>! Now, how's about we...~
@1325 = ~Yeah! I knew you were a <PRO_MANWOMAN> who knows how t' party! Now, how's about we...~
@1326 = ~You're no fun, <CHARNAME>, and you know what, you're gonna die young and bored with that kind of attit-- attitude.~
@1327 = ~No offence, but, yeah, I'd have t' be a lot drunker than this for that. Now, how's about we...~
@1328 = ~Woah, when'd it get so blurry? Aaah, this is worse'n when I got my tattoo. C'mon, <CHARNAME>, I need t' sleep...~
@1329 = ~C'mon, have a drink with me.~ [FHF47]
@1330 = ~If you don' mind me saying, you're looking pretty...pretty to<DAYNIGHT>, and I don' care who knows it. Mmm, your eyes're like...like pools of sea.~
@1331 = ~I don't know what colour that would be, exactly, but I'll take it as a compliment.~
@1332 = ~You're drunk, Faren. You don't know what you're saying.~
@1333 = ~And you're a fine figure of a man, if you don't mind me saying so.~
@1334 = ~So go on, then, what are you going to do about it?~
@1335 = ~If you don' mind me saying, you're looking prettydamnfine, and I don' care who knows it. Mmm, your arms're like...like...~
@1336 = ~Go on? What were you going to say?~
@1337 = ~And you're not bad yourself, Faren, if you don't mind me saying so.~
@1338 = ~Tha's the spirit, Lady <CHARNAME>. That sounds pretty good, doesn' it?~
@1339 = ~Hey, I know what I see. I can see your face, right here in front of me, and your hair, here, and your ear which is really quite cute, I'd never looked at ears much before, but yours is...~
@1340 = ~Don' mind at all, not at all. 's good to hear you think so, and really...~
@1341 = ~Well. Now. That'd be telling, wouldn' it? See, I'd tap my nose, but I don' think it'd like it and it'll start moving around.~
@1342 = ~Come on, don't play hard to get. Kiss me, Faren.~
@1343 = ~Fine, fine. Let's get going, and you can get yourself out of that state.~
@1344 = ~I dunno, something to do with arms. 'Cause yours're really quite nice. Can't fault a man for looking, can you?~
@1345 = ~Woah, when'd it get so blurry? Dammit, my head's decided to hit itself, or something...c'mon, I need to go and sleep.~
@1346 = ~Mmm, of course...come here...~
@1347 = ~(Faren weaves over to you and takes your hand, pulling you into a none-too-gentle embrace, and kissing the side of your neck.)~
@1348 = ~You're really - really - uh, can' remember what I was gonna say, now. Mmmm. When we take a breather, we can take this a bit furtherer...~ [FHF48]
@1349 = ~Okay, this is enough. I'm sick and tired of you treating me like this. Did you think I was going to put up with it forever?~
@1350 = ~Faren, listen. I'm sorry, I honestly didn't mean it.~
@1351 = ~What, you can't take a bit of a joke? I thought differently of you.~
@1352 = ~Fine, if you're not going to be reasonable, maybe I don't want to be with you.~
@1353 = ~I'd...like to believe that you think you're right. It's just - <CHARNAME>, we're so different. I don't think it's going to work.~
@1354 = ~Are you that ready to give up on us? It was a mistake, and I meant what I said.~
@1355 = ~Well, if you believe we're so different maybe we should break this off.~
@1356 = ~If you're not sure it's what you want, perhaps it would be best, but I'd prefer to stay together.~
@1357 = ~I'd...like to believe that you think you're right. It's just--~
@1358 = ~It didn't sound like joking to me. It sounded like you were being malicious. I just don't think this is going to work between us.~
@1359 = ~Okay, I admit it. It was a mistake. Will you forgive me?~
@1360 = ~Fine, we should break this off. Is that what you want to hear?~
@1361 = ~...Okay. I guess it's worth another chance. But I'm not going to put up with it if it carries on, believe me.~
@1362 = ~Fine. That's that, then. I obviously made a mistake - it wouldn't be the first time.~
@1363 = ~I was sure, before this came up.~
@1364 = ~Hey. Veldrin? Or whatever you want me to call you. Are you awake?~ [FHF50]
@1365 = ~(Ignore Faren and go to sleep.)~
@1366 = ~Yes, just about. What do you want?~
@1367 = ~Leave me alone, Faren! I want to get a good rest.~
@1368 = ~(You hear Faren sigh irritably before you drift off to sleep.)~
@1369 = ~Nothing, really. Well, maybe something. Can I touch your ear a second?~
@1370 = ~I beg your pardon, Faren?~
@1371 = ~Sure, go ahead.~
@1372 = ~Why would you want to do that?~
@1373 = ~No, I'm not comfortable with that.~
@1374 = ~Okay, okay. I'm sorry.~
@1375 = ~Come on, you heard me, right?~
@1376 = ~(With an apprehensive expression, Faren reaches to touch your dark, pointed ear. He rubs tentatively at the lobe before moving his palm more confidently to your neck.)~
@1377 = ~Oh, no reason. Well, I don't know.~
@1378 = ~Fair enough. Let's get to sleep - we need our rest here even more than outside.~
@1379 = ~I know it sounds weird...and it probably is...but it's just really odd seeing you looking like one of them. I thought if I go ahead and touch you it'll feel less like you're someone else.~
@1380 = ~But don't worry about it if you don't want me to. It's just something that's been on my mind.~
@1381 = ~All right, then. Go ahead.~
@1382 = ~Faren, I'm feeling dead on my feet right now. I'd rather just go to sleep.~
@1383 = ~I'm not really comfortable with that, Faren.~
@1384 = ~Heh, I ought to be used to them by now, I guess. But when they're a different colour, and you look so fierce - it's bizarre.~
@1385 = ~There's no need to rub it in. Being in this form is an insult to my race.~
@1386 = ~How dare you call me that? Shut up and leave me alone!~
@1387 = ~I'm finding it difficult, too. You're not exactly the man I met right now.~
@1388 = ~That's just...bizarre. You look so different, but it's you, with your expressions and everything...~
@1389 = ~There's no need to rub it in, Faren. I despise looking like this.~
@1390 = ~Ugh, put my foot in it again. I'm sorry, I didn't mean it like that. Listen, let's sleep on it. I'm sure things'll seem different in the - morning, evening, whatever it is right now.~
@1391 = ~Don't talk to me like that - that's not what I meant at all, and you know it!~
@1392 = ~Ugh, put my foot in it again. I'm sorry. I didn't mean it like that.~
@1393 = ~That's true enough. I'm sorry, I shouldn't have said that - it wasn't really what I meant. Let's sleep on it, and I'm sure things'll seem better in the - morning, evening, whatever it is right now.~
@1394 = ~(sigh) Let's just get some rest, okay?~
@1395 = ~Maybe you two should get a room. Just don't come crying to me when that bitch covers you in bruises. She'd chew you up and spit you out before you knew what was going on.~
@1396 = ~Do I spy jealousy, Faren? I thought you liked things between us to be light.~
@1397 = ~It's just a ruse, Faren...don't get worked up over it.~
@1398 = ~Maybe I do find her attractive. It's not like things are serious between us, is it?~
@1399 = ~Well...no, of course I'm not jealous. It just makes me a little uncomfortable to see you drooling over her when I'm right there.~
@1400 = ~Oh, okay. That makes sense - it wouldn't be too good if you acted the wrong way.~
@1401 = ~Just remember, though - she's had a lot more practice at this kind of thing than you have. I don't know how much she'll see through you.~
@1402 = ~Well, no, but it's still nice to have a bit of respect from you. I can't help feeling a little uncomfortable when you're drooling over her with me right there.~
@1403 = ~(sigh) You do whatever you like. It's this place...it's getting to me.~
@1404 = ~Did you think I wouldn't notice you drooling over that bitch? What do you think you're doing?~
@1405 = ~Do I hear a hint of jealousy, Faren?~
@1406 = ~Maybe I do find her attractive. You have to admit, she's pretty striking.~
@1407 = ~Damn right you do. I like you, and it's not nice seeing you act that way when I'm right there.~
@1408 = ~Yeah, I got that. I don't think you're going to fool her, though. She's had a lot more practice at this kind of thing than you.~
@1409 = ~You can find whoever you like attractive. It's just not very nice seeing you act that way when I'm right there.~
@1410 = ~(sigh) I'm sorry, I don't think I'd usually feel this strongly about just talking. It's this place...it's getting to me.~
@1411 = ~I would've thought you had more sense than to sleep with that woman. Guess I was wrong.~
@1412 = ~Faren, I should explain...~
@1413 = ~I don't see why you should care...~
@1414 = ~Whatever, <CHARNAME>. It's your choice to do what you want.~
@1415 = ~You let her get at you, didn't you? How could you do that after what we've...~
@1416 = ~It wasn't my choice, Faren. I'm sorry.~
@1417 = ~She could have destroyed our cover if I hadn't done it. Don't you understand?~
@1418 = ~Leave it, Faren. I don't want to talk about it.~
@1419 = ~Damn it, <CHARNAME>, I never thought I'd end up making decisions like this. You could have told her some lie!~
@1420 = ~But I know the Drow are...persuasive. Just - this had better not go on once we're out of this hell-hole. I'm not going to be used.~
@1421 = ~Yeah, I understand - but I don't see why you couldn't have told her some lie, damn it! Listen, I...~
@1422 = ~(sigh) I know the Drow are...persuasive. Just - this had better not go on once we're out of this hell-hole. I'm not going to be used.~
@1423 = ~Then I won't bother you anymore, and you can find someone else to warm your bed.~
@1424 = ~You weren't in there too long, were you? I guess she didn't get her claws into you after all. You must have been thinking pretty fast on your feet - I saw the way she was looking at you.~
@1425 = ~Now we're out of that temple, I just wanted to say that, well, I appreciate what you did back there in the crypt. I wouldn't have blamed you if you'd given me up for gone.~ [FHF51]
@1426 = ~Whatever happens in the future, I'd like you to know that I...well, yes. That's all, really.~
@1427 = ~Of course I wouldn't have given you up! That's not how I work.~
@1428 = ~And I'm sure you would have done the same for me too, Faren.~
@1429 = ~You don't have to bite your lip like that. You look like a schoolboy.~
@1430 = ~I know. I knew it before, too, but I saw it for myself when you brought me back to life. It's different when it's me rather than someone else, you know?~
@1431 = ~(Faren reaches for you somewhat tentatively, then crushes you in a hug.)

Yes, I would have, and I'd have gone through anything that was between me and that statue.~
@1432 = ~Ha! At least I'm not blushing. That'd be really embarrassing, wouldn't it?~
@1433 = ~Come on. I think the others'll be getting impatient if we hang around too long.~
@1434 = ~My companion, Faren.~
@1435 = ~(snort) The male who fights by your side? If you do suffer such an inclination, a night with me is the best way to cure it. I shall have him executed before I allow you to choose him over me.~
@1436 = ~Well, alright, it's not him... it's, uh, someone else you don't know...~
@1437 = ~But I still can't do this, Phaere...~
@1438 = ~Well, perhaps it's not someone... it's, ah, a more personal problem...~
@1439 = ~Very well.  I suppose I have no choice, here.~
@1440 = ~That Faren Blacknall's been a right pain lately, causing all kinds of trouble. His parents wouldn't be happy to see how he's turned out!~
@1441 = ~There was a group of adventurers a few months back who went over to the old Temple to have a poke around. Only two of them came back, and they were very close-lipped about what happened.~
@1442 = ~Hate to bring it up, but you said we could go find Seth in Imnesvale. I'm getting quite worried about him, so can we head over as soon as possible?~
@1443 = ~Of course, Faren. We'll go and see him as soon as we can.~
@1444 = ~Keep your hair on, we'll get there in time. I have other things to sort out as well.~
@1445 = ~Absolutely not. I'm not wasting my time with this errand.~
@1446 = ~Okay. As long as we make it there soon, I'll be happy.~
@1447 = ~But - this is really important, and we've spent enough time not going as it is!~
@1448 = ~All right. We'll go and see what this is about.~
@1449 = ~No. I can't afford to get distracted with this.~
@1450 = ~<CHARNAME>, you've been messing me around long enough. I need to go find Seth, and I need to do it now. I'll maybe see you around.~
@1451 = ~Okay, Seth, now you and I are going to have words...~ [FHF52]
@1452 = ~Seth? Oh, damn it, he must have wondered off, or something. Maybe we can ask the innkeeper if he saw him around.~ [FHF53]
@1453 = ~...Damn it. If he hadn't been so stupid!~ [FHF54]
@1454 = ~Come on, <CHARNAME>. I'd rather we got out of here.~
@1455 = ~Faren's meeting with Seth

As it turned out, Seth wanted to resurrect the rest of their group with dark magics! The ritual went badly, and Seth raised a couple of revenants which I was able to dispatch. Seth, however, was not so lucky, and perished in the fight.~
@1456 = ~Faren's meeting with Seth

Faren has received word from an old adventuring companion of his, a man named Seth, who wishes to meet with him in the Imnesvale inn. Though Faren looks much his usual self, he seems concerned about the matter.~
@1457 = ~Faren's meeting with Seth

After travelling to the Imnesvale inn, it seems that Seth moved to the hills a short way northwest of the main village. Faren seems to think we should hurry, as Seth may be up to something unwise.~
@1458 = ~This whole thing's...rattled me a lot more than I'd like to admit.~ [FHF55]
@1459 = ~It did seem like it was upsetting for you to see Seth again.~
@1460 = ~It's all right, you don't have to talk about it if it bothers you.~
@1461 = ~That's understandable. It's painful when bad things happen to friends.~
@1462 = ~Get over yourself. You have less to worry about than most people.~
@1463 = ~Well...yeah, it was. I wasn't expecting to see him at all anytime soon - and I definitely wasn't expecting to see him in such a state.~
@1464 = ~No...I probably should. I'm not really used to it, but you never know, it might do some good.~
@1465 = ~Yeah, that's true enough.~
@1466 = ~Whatever. I'll leave you to it, then.~
@1467 = ~I've got this scratchy feeling like I could've done something to help, or stop it happening, or something. And even if I couldn't, I should've tried.~
@1468 = ~I know what you mean. I can't save everyone, and it hurts that I can't.~
@1469 = ~I understand, but sometimes you have to look out for yourself.~
@1470 = ~Well, generally I try to avoid owing people things.~
@1471 = ~We can beat ourselves up, or we can get stronger and move on. It's our choice.~
@1472 = ~The important thing is, you're alive and well, and so is Seth.~
@1473 = ~I get it all the time, but if we give into it we'll never get anything done.~
@1474 = ~Yeah. Yeah, I think that's what I feel.~
@1475 = ~You're right. Oh, <CHARNAME>, sometimes you sound crazier than a bat in a belfry but then other days, you're so sensible.~
@1476 = ~It's not a case of "owing", it's friendship. But I get what you mean.~
@1477 = ~Alive, yeah - I don't know about "well", not on his side.~
@1478 = ~Well, that I can't argue with. Thanks, <CHARNAME>. I feel a bit better for chatting with you.~
@1479 = ~Anyway, I wanted to say - if I look away with the fairies anytime, that's what's up.~
@1480 = ~Let's get going, shall we? Best not to dwell, and all that.~
@1481 = ~Listen. I know it was me who got us into this business with Halmar, and I'm sorry.~
@1482 = ~Halmar's a bastard, plain and simple. You don't want to get into doing business with him, trust me. And this Linnea Belka person might've just looked at him the wrong way.~
@1483 = ~Just wanted to make sure you knew what you were getting into.~
@1484 = ~You seem to have washed your hands of the matter - I don't blame you. But this Linnea Belka might've just looked at him funny.~
@1485 = ~Just wanted to suggest that we warn her, so she can get away in time if he sets some less scrupulous hench<PRO_MANWOMAN> on her case.~
@1486 = ~I'll thank you to keep your own counsel on this, Faren. I know what I'm doing.~
@1487 = ~ Now I know what he's up to, I plan to report him.~
@1488 = ~Life isn't as pretty as you think. His money's good.~
@1489 = ~I only went along with this so he wouldn't get angry. I have plans.~
@1490 = ~Why do you think I refused? I am going to warn her.~
@1491 = ~Very well. I'll keep my mouth shut. But I'd keeping one eye on Halmar, if it's all the same to you.~
@1492 = ~You might get into awkward questions, then...like how do you know this Halmar guy if you're such an upright citizen?~
@1493 = ~I'm not naive, <CHARNAME>. I'm just not too happy with killing someone just on Halmar's say-so.~
@1494 = ~But whatever. You know best.~
@1495 = ~Well, tell when you feel like letting anyone else in on your plans.~
@1496 = ~Ugh. Look, I'm sorry. Seeing him again shook me up. I'll be fine.~
@1497 = ~Well! You don't do things by halves, do you? But I already knew that. Thank the gods he's not around to bother me - that is to say, us - anymore. I really appreciate your help.~
@1498 = ~Now let's go talk to Linnea. Hopefully she'll have a nice reward for us.~
@1499 = ~I can't believe you went along with what that little weasel wanted! Well, I guess what's done is done. We should go and tell Halmar the good news...~
@1500 = ~Well, that should get Halmar out of our hair. Better avoid him for the time being, though. He's got a lot of eyes in the city, and I'm sure they'll tell him it was us who turned him in.~
@1501 = ~Hey, make that two Bhaalspawn, Faren. I wish people didn't keep forgetting Imoen the Mighty!~
@1502 = ~Um - yeah, that's what I meant.~
@1503 = ~Hey, make that two Bhaalspawn, Faren. I wish people didn't keep forgetting Imoen the Mighty! Or were you just trying to get into <CHARNAME>'s good books?~
@1504 = ~Um - yeah, of course, Imoen. I wasn't forgetting you, sorry.~
@1505 = ~<CHARNAME>, where are you...? Oh. I did not realise you were... that is, that you had plans.~
@1506 = ~He didn't, I was just asking--~
@1507 = ~Don't lie to me! I can - I can see perfectly well what is going on! You might laugh at me and joke about how... how innocent little Aerie is, but I have eyes!~
@1508 = ~But why would you be...? Oh, I see. You think <CHARNAME> likes you? Seriously?~
@1509 = ~Yes, Faren, yes I do! At least he and I talk, instead of having little... little trysts when you think other people aren't looking!~
@1510 = ~Aerie, I think of Faren as more than a friend. I thought you knew.~
@1511 = ~Faren, I don't feel that way about you. I like Aerie a great deal.~
@1512 = ~I'd rather go to bed, if neither of you mind.~
@1513 = ~Listen, Aerie, I'm just having a talk with Faren, here. Nothing's going on.~
@1514 = ~Very well, then - I will take my hopes and... and not speak of them to you again.~
@1515 = ~I...um, don't really know what to say about that. But, well, if you want to chat the suggestion's still open.~
@1516 = ~Okay. Let's just step back and forget this happened. <CHARNAME>, I'll stop bugging you - Aerie, I'll stop stepping on your turf.~
@1517 = ~Oh... oh, <CHARNAME>, this is so embarrassing! I need to go to bed, and think about what has happened...~
@1518 = ~No, I am not going to just... just ignore this anymore! I'm sick of him drooling over you every moment, <CHARNAME>, and I'm sick of you putting up with it!~
@1519 = ~Like you can talk! Going on about how you feel so weak!~
@1520 = ~Fine. Aerie, I think of Faren as more than a friend. I thought you knew.~
@1521 = ~Very well - Faren, I don't feel that way about you. I like Aerie a great deal.~
@1522 = ~No, <CHARNAME>, that's really not fair. Aerie, I don't see why I have to answer to you, but yeah, I was planning on asking <CHARNAME> whether he wanted to spend the night with me and, well, that's what it was about.~
@1523 = ~I knew it! And you, <CHARNAME>, you're nothing but a... a liar! I will take my hopes and... and not speak of them to you again.~
@1524 = ~Wait, Aerie. I didn't realise that was what he wanted. I have feelings for you alone.~
@1525 = ~Very well, then. Faren, where were we?~
@1526 = ~Oh. Um. Yeah, I was asking you if you wanted to come and talk in my room, if I remember.~
@1527 = ~No, <CHARNAME>, that's really not fair. Aerie, I don't see why I have to answer to you, but yeah, I was planning on asking <CHARNAME> whether he wanted to spend the night with me.~
@1528 = ~Oh. Um. Yeah, I was asking you if you wanted to come and talk in private, if I remember.~
@1529 = ~Oh, come on, talk about putting him on the spot. Have a little self-respect, and then maybe people will treat you nicer.~
@1530 = ~W-well, excuse me if I do not think as well of myself as - as you think of yourself!~
@1531 = ~Fine, have fun getting an ego boost off <CHARNAME>. Just don't pretend it's anything else - and don't think he's going to be able to change your feelings about your wings.~
@1532 = ~Hmph! M-maybe it seems a little unfair to ask, <CHARNAME>, but your opinion is so important to me.~
@1533 = ~Faren's right. You just need to move on from all of this.~
@1534 = ~Heh, you could hardly expect every journey you make to be a walk through the park. Life isn't really like that.~
@1535 = ~I...I never said anything about life! What would you know of hardship? You just - just waltz around without a care in the world!~
@1536 = ~Hey, that's not fair! I know a lot about hardship - I bet you haven't had to eat dried horse for a week, for all that your wings are gone!~
@1537 = ~Why must you make it into some kind of horrible competition? I'm talking with <CHARNAME>!~
@1538 = ~Yeah, and I think I can tell why!~
@1539 = ~Just leave us alone, Faren! <CHARNAME>, all I want is to hear of your travels.~
@1540 = ~Pull yourself together, Aerie. Seriously, dwelling on this is just going to annoy everyone, not to mention <CHARNAME>.~
@1541 = ~What <CHARNAME> is annoyed by is his business, Faren, and I'll...I'll thank you to keep that nose of yours out of it!~
@1542 = ~It's not just his business, it's mine too if I have to listen to you trying to wheedle compliments out of him every minute of the <DAYNIGHT>!~
@1543 = ~I have been talking with him, and that is all! You're not the only person in this group with <CHARNAME>, you know, even if you think you're the centre of the world! Is nobody allowed to speak with him except you, now? I've seen you sizing him up like he's...he's one of your stableboys!~
@1544 = ~And if he likes it, what then?~
@1545 = ~Just...just be quiet, Faren! It's self-centred people like you who make this life on the ground so horrible!~
@1546 = ~By the gods, Aerie, can you give it a rest? D'you really think he's interested in hearing about how you're miserable, day in, day out?~
@1547 = ~Shut up, Faren! Just shut up and leave us alone! I hate you butting in on me and picking at every little thing I do!~
@1548 = ~Oh, you know it's not about that. You just don't like hearing the truth - that <CHARNAME>'s sick and tired of your moaning, your complaining, and especially you!~
@1549 = ~<CHARNAME> hasn't said anything like that! I know that you've got designs on him, but maybe one day you'll find out that there's more to love than a...a fumble in some horrible bar room! You just don't want to face the fact that no one cares for you like <CHARNAME> does for me!~
@1550 = ~Right, that's it! <CHARNAME>, will you tell her or shall I?~
@1551 = ~I'll tell her no such thing. I want nothing to do with you, and I like Aerie!~
@1552 = ~Aerie's right, Faren. I consider you a friend, but nothing more.~
@1553 = ~You're right. Aerie...I should have told you before. I don't have these feelings for you.~
@1554 = ~Stow it, Aerie, and stop attacking Faren! His company is far better than yours ever could be!~
@1555 = ~Huh. I must've got the wrong impression. Watch out with those mixed signals in future.~
@1556 = ~I... I never... oh, never mind, I just need some time alone...~
@1557 = ~You are not who I thought you were, <CHARNAME>! How could you be so cruel? I was only trying... trying to make sure you... oh, I have to leave!~
@1558 = ~How dare you?! <CHARNAME> is a virtuous woman, and would not associate with a scoundrel like yourself. Besides, it is perfectly clear what you plan to get out of such a proposition!~
@1559 = ~Hah! And it is clear what you plan to get out of such a proposition!~
@1560 = ~I... well, yes, but who said there was anything wrong in getting to know someone better?~
@1561 = ~Go to bed, Anomen. I'm just having a chat with Faren, here.~
@1562 = ~Anomen, you have nothing to worry over. I am merely talking with Faren.~
@1563 = ~I'd rather just go to bed, to be honest. See you both later.~
@1564 = ~Leave me alone, Faren. I'm not all that interested in whatever you're offering.~
@1565 = ~I'm not really in the mood for a drink right now, Faren. I'll see you in the morning.~
@1566 = ~Very well, then, my lady. Just remember that a man of his habits is not the sort to be trusted.~
@1567 = ~Well, then. Now that's over, did you want a drink or didn't you?~
@1568 = ~A wise decision, my lady.~
@1569 = ~Sleep well, then, <CHARNAME>.~
@1570 = ~Well, then. Now that's over, did you want me to get you that drink or didn't you?~
@1571 = ~<CHARNAME>, surely you must see what he has on his mind. You cannot possibly--~
@1572 = ~Yeah? What's it to you? <CHARNAME>, as I was--~
@1573 = ~No, this is not to be borne! I will not stand aside whilst you...paw at my lady in such a fashion!~
@1574 = ~Whose lady's that? I didn't hear her say she wasn't interested, now did I?~
@1575 = ~Anomen, I think of Faren as more than a friend. I thought you knew.~
@1576 = ~Faren, I don't feel that way about you. I like Anomen a great deal.~
@1577 = ~Listen, Anomen, I'm just having a talk with Faren, here. Nothing's going on.~
@1578 = ~...Then I shall trouble you no more with my idle thoughts, my lady.~
@1579 = ~Hmm. Well. That kind of ruined the mood...but if you'd like to come upstairs, the offer's still open.~
@1580 = ~Okay. I must've got the wrong end of the stick. I'll not bother you in the future, <CHARNAME> - I'm sorry.~
@1581 = ~Did you not hear what I said? I do not wish to see this...this miscreant behave this way with you!~
@1582 = ~Oh, miscreant now, is it? D'you want to take it outside, or--~
@1583 = ~Stop this! Faren, I don't want any of this attention from you.~
@1584 = ~Calm down, both of you. Anomen, I do have feelings for Faren.~
@1585 = ~Hmm. Well. That kind of ruined the mood...but if you'd like to have some time alone, the offer's still open.~
@1586 = ~Oh, come on, stop bothering <CHARNAME> with your moping. Everyone makes mistakes. Who says yours are any more worth listening to?~
@1587 = ~Bah! And you would know all about such things, would you not? I am certain that you more than anybody would be well-versed in making up for one's mistakes.~
@1588 = ~Whatever. Just stop taking up <CHARNAME>'s time when she could be having fun talking to other people.~
@1589 = ~And that would be you, wouldn't it? Oh, yes, don't think that I have not noticed your...your pawing at <CHARNAME>, trying to gain her affections!~
@1590 = ~Yeah? What if she likes it? Did you think of that?~
@1591 = ~Well, I shall ask her myself. <CHARNAME>, do you hold this man in your favour or not?~
@1592 = ~Anomen, I like being friends with Faren but there's nothing more going on.~
@1593 = ~How could I like Faren when you're here, Anomen? That's ridiculous.~
@1594 = ~Anomen, I don't know how to say this, but I like Faren.~
@1595 = ~Leave me alone, Anomen. I prefer Faren's company to yours.~
@1596 = ~Fine. I guess I got the wrong impression, then.~
@1597 = ~As I was saying, my lady, before we were interrupted - I cannot help but be troubled with doubt about my course of action.~
@1598 = ~Fine. Watch out for those mixed signals in future, <CHARNAME>, they might get you in trouble.~
@1599 = ~...And finally, we can talk without interruption! As I was saying, my lady, before I was interrupted - I cannot help but be troubled with doubt about my course of action.~
@1600 = ~This is...the worst time for you to abandon me, <CHARNAME> - just when the path is the least clear.~
@1601 = ~I no longer know what I should do.  I... shall have to think on this.  Let us... walk on, for now.~
@1602 = ~Oh, come on, stop bothering <CHARNAME> with your moping. Everyone makes mistakes, and everyone feels bad about what they did every so often. The important thing is to move past them and get on with things.~
@1603 = ~Bah! And you would know all about such things, would you not? I am certain that you more than anybody would be well-versed in making up for one's mistakes!~
@1604 = ~As I was saying, my lady, before we were interrupted - was my course of action the honorable path, or merely the coward's way out?~
@1605 = ~This is...the worst time for you to abandon me, <CHARNAME> - just when my father turns me away and my family is truly destroyed. And now you abandon me, as well.~
@1606 = ~I... I will have to think on this.  It was... the path of honor, and I should be content.  But... but...  (sigh)  No.  I will not speak to you of this.  Let us move on, now.~
@1607 = ~A word with you, Faren.~
@1608 = ~Sure, of course. What's up?~
@1609 = ~I have noticed you getting rather friendly with <CHARNAME>, lately. I warn you, he is inexperienced in the ways of the world and may not be...amenable to whatever it is you intend.~
@1610 = ~"Amenable"? Jaheira, what do you--~
@1611 = ~I know that some like to have their fun and move on - but <CHARNAME> is not like that, and I do not wish him to be hurt.~
@1612 = ~Anyway, it is for him to make his own choices. It is merely that I have...personal reason to wish that no harm will come to him.~
@1613 = ~Believe me, I have no intention of hurting him, but I think maybe you should take a look at your ideas about <CHARNAME> - you might find that he's wiser than you think about such things.~
@1614 = ~This is not a topic that is up for discussion.~
@1615 = ~What?~
@1616 = ~I have no wish to rub salt into new wounds, and I would thank you to take it into account.~
@1617 = ~Well, don't listen, then. I was just making conversation with <CHARNAME>.~
@1618 = ~What is going on, here?~
@1619 = ~He's just having a chat with me. Nothing to worry over, as you see.~
@1620 = ~Really? All I see is you leading <CHARNAME> astray. Why would you encourage him in such behaviour when you know he is in need of support?~
@1621 = ~He's not exactly incapable in a fight, Jaheira. What's wrong with having a bit of fun, huh?~
@1622 = ~I do not condemn what you might call fun, but we have a mission here, and it does not include carousing about every town we come across. Please consider this, <CHARNAME>. Is this the path you wish to take?~
@1623 = ~I will bid you good <DAYNIGHT>, and I hope you sleep well.~
@1624 = ~...right. So, did you want that drink or not?~
@1625 = ~I do not condemn what you might call fun, but we have a mission here, and it does not include carousing about everywhere we come across. Please consider this, <CHARNAME>. Is this the path you wish to take?~
@1626 = ~This is ridiculous. Stop this, at once.~
@1627 = ~Oh. Well, I know Lilpole's a bit risque sometimes, but I wouldn't have thought you'd have anything against--~
@1628 = ~I am not concerned about the damned play! No. This...dalliance has gone on for long enough, and I will not stand by while <CHARNAME> gets hurt.~
@1629 = ~No one's getting hurt, Jaheira. I know you've got some kind of mother-thing going on with him, but seriously, he can cope by himself.~
@1630 = ~Oh. Oh, I get it.~
@1631 = ~I...do not know what you are talking about. I am concerned for <CHARNAME>'s feelings, and--~
@1632 = ~<CHARNAME> be damned! Okay, I get that you want to get over Khalid, but isn't it a bit crass eyeing up your ward?~
@1633 = ~Silence! How dare you speak his name? How dare you imply that I would - would sully his memory!~
@1634 = ~<CHARNAME>, I have had enough of watching you slip into these - dissolute habits. Will you choose to continue, or will you choose the wiser path?~
@1635 = ~Very well. I like being friends with you, Faren, but there's nothing more there.~
@1636 = ~Don't be ridiculous, Faren. I prefer Jaheira's company over yours.~
@1637 = ~Jaheira, I think you might have got the wrong idea. I do like Faren.~
@1638 = ~Leave me alone, Jaheira. I prefer Faren's company to yours.~
@1639 = ~Fine. I hope you sort yourselves out, because I'm not getting in the middle of this again.~
@1640 = ~I did not think...that is, I will be silent on this subject from now on, in that case. I... I apologize for interrupting you.~
@1641 = ~Ugh. I'm really sorry about that. So about that play, then?~
@1642 = ~Yeesh, Jaheira, isn't that a bit of a leading question? If he didn't have doubts before, I'm sure he does now.~
@1643 = ~If <CHARNAME> has concerns about my questions, I am sure he is quite able to express them for himself. <CHARNAME>, I merely wished to know whether you had uncertainties about our current course.~
@1644 = ~Come on, loosen up, Jaheira. Just because it's boring right now doesn't mean it's always going to be - and I hardly think <CHARNAME> needs to be told his leadership's bad.~
@1645 = ~That is not what I meant, at all. I was simply speaking aloud with <CHARNAME>.~
@1646 = ~It didn't sound like that to me. Why d'you always have to nitpick at whatever <CHARNAME>'s doing?~
@1647 = ~If you wish to see more than what is there, Faren, that is your concern. My thoughts are simply about how life has turned out.~
@1648 = ~Oh, come on. Seriously, this is getting ridiculous.~
@1649 = ~I...I do not know what you are talking about. Please, leave me be.~
@1650 = ~No, I won't. I'm fed up of the two of you dancing around each other, giving each other these half-looks all the time - when I'm right here, as well!~
@1651 = ~You are seeing what you wish to see, Faren! <CHARNAME> and I are...old companions, and that is all.~
@1652 = ~Yeah, you convinced me with that line for a bit, but I can tell what I can see with my own eyes! You've been staring at <CHARNAME> all <DAYNIGHT>!~
@1653 = ~I do not know what you think is going on, but I will not have you making these...these innuendoes about my conduct! If you think you have some...claim on <CHARNAME> that allows you to make such comments, then speak with him.~
@1654 = ~Fine. <CHARNAME>, I'm starting to think that you don't have feelings for me at all, the way you're acting with Jaheira. Just tell me, if you're not interested. Okay?~
@1655 = ~Fine. Good. That's all I wanted to know...I must've got the wrong impression about things.~
@1656 = ~<CHARNAME>, in any case, I'm afraid you'll have to indulge my silence for a time longer. I... I apologize for interrupting you.~
@1657 = ~Ridiculous? Yeah, that's one word for it. Well, maybe someday you'll actually be honest with yourself.~
@1658 = ~Ah. I thought I would find the two of you here.~
@1659 = ~Aaaah! What in the hells are you doing here?!~
@1660 = ~Foolish, <CHARNAME>. I almost thought you would not stoop to such a coupling, but I see I was wrong.~
@1661 = ~Get the hell away, you sneaking bitch! <CHARNAME>, tell her she's not wanted. Please.~
@1662 = ~This was a mistake, Faren. I think we both knew that.~
@1663 = ~Get away from me, Viconia, and I'll thank you to stop spying on me!~
@1664 = ~Ugh, and THIS is the time you choose to tell me? This is the last time I sleep with someone I'm travelling with.~
@1665 = ~Give me a second to get my clothes on and I'll be out of your face.~
@1666 = ~I see you have recognised your error, <CHARNAME>. Perhaps there is some hope for you, after all.~
@1667 = ~Ha! I am sure that had I stooped to make an advance on you, I would have suffered a night of sheer boredom.~
@1668 = ~Enjoy your prize, Faren. I expect you to tire of him swiftly.~
@1669 = ~...talk about a mood killer. Let me get my clothes on, <CHARNAME> - we really need to get up.~
@1670 = ~...could you be any more desperate? Gods, Viconia, if anyone actually fell for that kind of line I'd be amazed.~
@1671 = ~Ha! As if your own eyes are not drawn to our leader's body. Your craven desire betrays you, male.~
@1672 = ~What? But that's completely different!~
@1673 = ~Mmmm, <CHARNAME>, I see that others have noticed your charms just as I have.~
@1674 = ~They've done a damn sight better than anything your people could've cooked up, I'm sure.~
@1675 = ~If I was in need of your opinion, I would wave a trinket in your direction and watch you bound after it. As it is, I am speaking privately with <CHARNAME>.~
@1676 = ~Hardly private - the rest of us can't miss you drooling over him. Why don't you drag him over to the nearest inn and have done with it? At least then you could work out some of that frustration and let <CHARNAME> get on with things.~
@1677 = ~Do not pretend that this has anything to do with <CHARNAME>'s wellbeing, rivvil. I can tell that your own motives are far from pure. Stop your slavering and allow us to continue.~
@1678 = ~I agree with Faren. I don't need to hear your commentary on humans when there's few enough qualities to redeem a drow.~
@1679 = ~Don't make me laugh. Viconia, talking about hearts? I'd have thought such a subject was too "surfacer" for you to deign to consider.~
@1680 = ~Just leave him alone and let him get on with what he wants. It's embarrassing to see you parading around in front of him like some sort of...~
@1681 = ~Look, <CHARNAME>: he spends all his time trying to get your attention with his winks and fumblings, but when face to face with me he can barely form a sentence. Pathetic, isn't it? He is like a sheepdog who cannot find his flock.~
@1682 = ~<CHARNAME>, I've had enough of this. Just tell her you're not going to put up with her any longer.~
@1683 = ~Listen, I like being friends with you, Faren, but there's nothing more there.~
@1684 = ~I'll do no such thing. Viconia's the one for me.~
@1685 = ~Viconia, you've got the wrong idea. I do like Faren.~
@1686 = ~Leave me alone, Viconia. I prefer Faren's company to yours.~
@1687 = ~You obviously know your own mind.~
@1688 = ~Certainly he does, and he knows what is best for him.~
@1689 = ~So, <CHARNAME> - has there been anyone who has stolen your affections?~
@1690 = ~Then I will leave you to your rolls in the hay. But when you tire of your adolescent dallying, I will not be here to slake your appetite.~
@1691 = ~Sometimes folks get in over their head. Easy to do, in a city like this.~
@1692 = ~Exactly! Exactly! They would have gone for me if I hadn't--~
@1693 = ~Kill the guy if you're sure he's the one who did it. I doubt the law-enforcement people will do anything, so it's better that you do it.~
@1694 = ~Yeah, I bet it is - probably on making this little place even fancier. What the hell kind of person needs decorations like this?~
@1695 = ~Ugh, getting mixed up in their politics is a completely bad idea. We'll end up poking our noses into something bigger than we are.~
@1696 = ~Time is of the essence. <CHARNAME>, I suggest that you rethink your choice of companions with nay-sayers like this in your group.~
@1697 = ~See, you're saying that, but I wouldn't be surprised if you at least had an inkling of what was going on!~
@1698 = ~Hey! Hey, you! Take that coat off, right now!~
@1699 = ~Heh, usually I wouldn't say no, but...~
@1700 = ~None of your sweet-talking here! I know your type, you'll be all smiley and I'll turn round and everything'll be gone! Now get outta my face!~
@1701 = ~Not me. I'm just here because <CHARNAME> called.~
@1702 = ~Ha! That's not such a bad scheme. If you weren't with the Shadow Thieves, maybe we could do business.~
@1703 = ~Hey, we get food on the table, which is more'n we had before. Shadow Thieves ain't so bad.~
@1704 = ~Yeah, and I bet you'd get in a heap of trouble if you didn't say that. No, I'm strictly freelance.~
@1705 = ~See? That's exactly what I've been trying to tell you!~
@1706 = ~She is kind of creepy, but the Shadow Thieves are bad types. I've seen them torture and murder people just for looking at them funny. If this woman can help us avoid them, I'm happy working with her.~
@1707 = ~I'm good with terrorizing, but killing - not so much. Hmmm. Maybe...we should step back and have a think about this.~
@1708 = ~Go for the nicer one - less risk of feeling bad about it later, and maybe it'll be better for us in the long run.~
@1709 = ~That's...not as bad as it could have been. I guess we should get to it.~
@1710 = ~The Shadowmaster has hundreds of people at his disposal - this is insane, <CHARNAME>!~
@1711 = ~That's what I was thinking, too. Looks like we're going to have problems whatever we end up doing. Damn it, I wish things were simpler!~
@1712 = ~Where's the cautious Yoshimo I know? "A feat of no small note"? More like an impossible one, and you know it!~
@1713 = ~Have you no taste for adventure, Faren? Sometimes we need to take risks for our names to be known.~
@1714 = ~Hello there, my sweet cream-puff.  You may not know this, but the experience of gnomish pleasure is unequalled throughout Faerun!~
@1715 = ~Listen, gnome. She's not interested. If you need me to convince you, I could always rough you up a bit - and that might put a dent in your conquests.~
@1716 = ~Hmph. Pick on someone your own size, longshanks.~
@1717 = ~I'm warning you...~
@1718 = ~Fine, fine.~
@1719 = ~Oi, you! Get a haircut, you layabout! Can't have longhaired pansies prancing around.~
@1720 = ~Call me that again and there'll be trouble. I mean it.~
@1721 = ~What?! Are you threatening me?~
@1722 = ~Heh, look how outraged she gets. Come on, <CHARNAME>, let's go.~
@1723 = ~All the thieves ought to be taken into a building and killed! That would be sure to sort things out in this city.~
@1724 = ~Yeah, the way this town's run isn't right. But who's going to fix it?~
@1725 = ~Mmmm, now you're a fine-looking thing, aren't you? I can do things that'll take that frown off your face...~
@1726 = ~Heh, 'fraid I've got other things to do right now. If I didn't, I'd look you up.~
@1727 = ~Heh, maybe one day you'll get it.~
@1728 = ~I'm sick of you laughing behind my back, Faren. Who said you had the right to snigger at me all the time?~
@1729 = ~They are pretty alarming. I'm not on the best terms with the people in this town, but I don't want them getting killed over some druid dispute.~
@1730 = ~I be scared to walk the streets, there be so strange beasties about.~
@1731 = ~Sensible of you. Better safe than sorry.~
@1732 = ~Did you give me a look? Did you? I'll have you, I will!~
@1733 = ~Heh, no, I was just minding my own business. If you want to take it outside, though...~
@1734 = ~Eeek! No, thank you!~
@1735 = ~Ye've got long hair! Can I pull it?!~
@1736 = ~All right, go for it.~
@1737 = ~Ouch! Not that hard!~
@1738 = ~I greet you, <MALEFEMALE>, by the Dark Mother and the pleasure her children are entitled to. Here we breathe spices of luxury and enjoy the fruits of our conquests.~
@1739 = ~I have been trained in the temples to master the arts of oiled massage and other exotic pleasures, both to repair the aura and calm the soul.~
@1740 = ~It is a lengthy process, but a night under my care is worth a fortnight of rest in the finest boudoir... if one has the time for such a diversion, of course.~
@1741 = ~Veldrin, could I have a moment?~
@1742 = ~I...won't pretend I'll be okay if you go for this, but I understand that it's necessary to keep our guises intact.~
@1743 = ~I greet you, male, by the Dark Mother and the pleasure her children are entitled to. Here we breathe spices of luxury and enjoy the fruits of our conquests.~
@1744 = ~I don't think I'd be interested in anything like that.~
@1745 = ~I welcome you to the lust chambers, male. I do so adore the presence of new blood... especially in such a handsome form, and with such battle prowess, I hear.~
@1746 = ~You come from Ched Nasad. I have heard that the Nasadrans are stuffy and conservative. I am intrigued to see if this matter is the truth or not.~
@1747 = ~Come, male. I demand that you please me. I have fought long in the Society for Lolth's valor, and I am in need of a reprieve for a night.~
@1748 = ~Though you are, ah, beautiful... I am not interested.  Sorry.~
@1749 = ~No!  I have no interest in one such as you!  Do not disgust me!~
@1750 = ~<CHARNAME>. That's what I told you about when I met you. It's best for everyone we stay out of it, trust me.~
@1751 = ~B-but, sir, we r-really need someone's help!~
@1752 = ~It's a really bad idea for us to go to that place. I mean it, it won't end well.~
@1753 = ~Don't listen to him, <SIRMAAM> - you're a real hero, just like in all the tales!~
@1754 = ~Mmm, my dear, you have the look of a soldier, haven't you? A little rough around the edges, but that's just what I like.~
@1755 = ~Good to know, good to know...maybe we can get to know each other another time when I'm a bit less occupied.~
@1756 = ~Renal the Bloodscalp's got all the power in this part of town...now he's a nasty piece of work, but ye didn't hear it from me.~
@1757 = ~Yeah, best not to shout about him. He's not someone to cross.~
@1758 = ~Y-ye wouldn't be one of Mae'Var's men, would ye? Ye look a bit like one of them.~
@1759 = ~Oh, gods, now I'll have to change my look. What is it, the armour, the shoes?~
@1760 = ~The - the hair.~
@1761 = ~Dammit! Well, I'm not getting rid of that.~
@1762 = ~I wish I could get back to my burrows - they used to be so snug and warm...~
@1763 = ~No one's stopping you. Make an effort instead of hanging around waiting for something to happen to you.~
@1764 = ~Faren! Th-that isn't fair at all! Here, sir, have some food from my pack.~
@1765 = ~My ship's me pride...there's nothing better'n her on the seas!~
@1766 = ~It's pretty, but I feel ill just looking at it...the way it goes up and down...~
@1767 = ~Eeey, have a drink on me, mate! 'Tis always a - hic! - a good time.~
@1768 = ~Cheers! Good health to you.~
@1769 = ~Won...wonderful! No one ever drinks wi' me...~
@1770 = ~<CHARNAME>, a word. This is getting into political territory, and when the Shadow Thieves get political they don't sling mud, they sling knives. Covered in acid.~
@1771 = ~Then you're an idiot. Getting into the Shadow Thieves' affairs only leads to bad things.~
@1772 = ~Huh. That's kind of impressive, concealing what you were up to like that.~
@1773 = ~Hah! A lackey such as yourself could hardly comprehend my exceptional guile and duplicity in this situation.~
@1774 = ~Ugh, you people really do clutter up the scenery, don't you?~
@1775 = ~Yeah, and that pretty nose of yours might get bruised if you keep looking down it at me like that.~
@1776 = ~You look a strong enough sort. You should join the army, where you can actually do something with your life!~
@1777 = ~Done it, thanks. A lot less hitting things and a lot more getting hurt than you'd like.~
@1778 = ~By Waukeen! Now I remember why I left this stupid city...~
@1779 = ~You just won't stay down, will you?! Well, it's time you died properly this time!~
@1780 = ~By Waukeen, it feels like years I've been looking forward to this! <CHARNAME>, do you feel restored?~
@1781 = ~That soul was never yours! We'll get it back from you no matter what!~
@1782 = ~Silence! This power is mine alone and I shall destroy you!~
@1783 = ~What the hell's one of those things doing in the city?! Let's get out of here right now, in case another one turns up!~
@1784 = ~Begone. You shall not see me again.~
@1785 = ~Oh yeah, we're seeing all the pretty sights of Athkatla here. Is it too much to ask to stay somewhere a bit classier tomorrow?~
@1786 = ~Well. If you are too ... squeamish for my establishment, there is no need for you to stay.~
@1787 = ~I don't think you'll get any answers out of him anytime soon, <CHARNAME>. Leave him, it'll only upset you.~
@1788 = ~Greetings, my lord. I am Madame Nin, and I am here to ensure you are pleasantly accompanied. Are you interested in companionship, my lord?~
@1789 = ~No, thank you.  I am not interested in such activities at the moment.~
@1790 = ~Um... perhaps I had best be on my way.  Please excuse me.~
@1791 = ~So... do you wish a companion for the evening, then?~
@1792 = ~<CHARNAME>, I hope you're just going to get information out of her - but if you're going for more, I hope you don't catch anything.~
@1793 = ~<CHARNAME>, I hope you're just going to get information out of him - but if you're going for more, I hope you don't catch anything.~
@1794 = ~I doubt you'll try anything of the kind - you know we're useful to you.~
@1795 = ~You could be just as useful hung by knives in your feet - for your entertainment rather than your assistance.~
@1796 = ~Damn it, we shouldn't be here. I hate being around when people are having arguments.~
@1797 = ~Mazzy?! I swear, I thought you were gone forever! Where are your friends - did the shadows get them too?~
@1798 = ~They are fallen, Faren. All of them. Now, my <PRO_LADYLORD>, may I have your assistance?~
@1799 = ~<CHARNAME>, you can't just leave her here! Come on, Mazzy, I think I can get this lock undone...~
@1800 = ~Now that's just weird. Wallace is a nice guy - a bit slow, but he'd never hurt anyone on purpose. There must be something else going on.~
@1801 = ~I can relate to that. Condolences.~
@1802 = ~You! Have you ever been cheated, here? I bet ye have!~
@1803 = ~A couple of times, but then I got wise. You'd do well to do the same.~
@1804 = ~Seems a nice enough girl. Got a bit to learn, but then who doesn't?~
@1805 = ~<CHARNAME>, are you okay? Damn it, I wish I could get at the bastard who did this to you!~
@1806 = ~But - <CHARNAME>, I thought you weren't...~
@1807 = ~Oh - no, this can't be right, it's not fair...~
@1808 = ~You're looking a bit peaky, <CHARNAME>. Would you like me to get you something?~
@1809 = ~I cannot control myself, Faren, get away from me now!~
@1810 = ~Yes, I think that would help, thank you--~
@1811 = ~Get away from me, you idiot! Can't you see the Slayer is coming back?~
@1812 = ~You're not talking, <CHARNAME> - your eyes, they're--~
@1813 = ~You...you were trying to warn me, weren't you? Damn it, I should have stayed away!~
@1814 = ~We'll figure out a way of fixing this. In the meantime...we should just be careful.~
@1815 = ~Watch out, <CHARNAME> - you don't know what all those wizards'll do once they're out!~
@1816 = ~What - where is this place? I...thought I was somewhere else, everything went a bit weird, and then I was...here, with you.~
@1817 = ~<CHARNAME>, I want you to know that I'll try and do whatever I can to help you get out of here.~
@1818 = ~Faren...he has proved himself time and again as a trusted friend and ally. However, he sometimes finds it hard to cope with the harsh realities of the life you lead. Is he ready for this final battle?~
@1819 = ~Faren, you have a life outside my battles. This isn't your fight.~
@1820 = ~You've seen how powerful Irenicus is, Faren...you could die. You don't have to put yourself in danger.~
@1821 = ~I hope you're ready to face this, Faren. I need you to be sure about this.~
@1822 = ~Whatever, <CHARNAME>. If you think I'd leave when it's so close to the end, you've got the wrong idea. I've done that too many times before to let it happen now.~
@1823 = ~It's...scary, I won't pretend it isn't. But I'm not going to leave when it's so close to the end. I've done that too many times before to let it happen now.~
@1824 = ~Faren...his affection for you was clear from the beginning, yet it has become so much more over the time you have travelled together: a genuine love and care for your safety and wellbeing.~
@1825 = ~Faren--~
@1826 = ~Don't say anything, <CHARNAME>, you don't have to. I'm ready for this.~
@1827 = ~It is so irritating when people tramp around in their filthy boots in a sacred area!~
@1828 = ~I'm sure your priests of Lathander will be happy to come and clean up. Aren't they all about altruism, and stuff?~
@1829 = ~Ugh, my head's still spinning. Felt like there was a storm in my stomach...~
@1830 = ~Heh, I don't blame him for wanting a break...though I'd rather go to the inn than hang around in one of those hammocks another minute.~
@1831 = ~Damn it, this is what happens when you help people like Aran Linvail! Nothing ever goes to plan!~
@1832 = ~Few of us have choice in these matters, as I am sure you're aware. It's with regret that I take my leave of you.~
@1833 = ~Oh, come on. You don't need to poke through his diary to see he's a monster!~
@1834 = ~Then I guess we'll be going for that other door. I can't say I'm sorry - anything to avoid getting on one of those boats again is a good thing.~
@1835 = ~Heh, that's not something you hear every day. I guess you have to be thankful sometimes, though, right?~
@1836 = ~Mercenary work I've got no problem with, but working with these people? Not a good idea - best leave them to it.~
@1837 = ~Come, come! None of that. I am sure that we can all help each other out with this business.~
@1838 = ~I'm sure I don't need to tell you that if this Mae'var finds us out it's not going to be pretty. I don't, right?~
@1839 = ~Damn it, <CHARNAME>! Couldn't you have just stayed off their turf?~
@1840 = ~Huh. It's not like he's the most normal-looking guy himself...~
@1841 = ~By Waukeen! I'm...I'm glad that didn't happen to my friends.~
@1842 = ~Use? What the hell kind of use could that thing get out of us?~
@1843 = ~My husband's always off in the Copper Coronet. I'm afraid he'll fall foul of that Lehtinan and his assassins!~
@1844 = ~You should find another husband if it bothers you that much.~
@1845 = ~Well, I don't see no one volunteering!~
@1846 = ~You look like a commoner, you do! Go and fetch me some food!~
@1847 = ~Heh, look at that. He actually thinks I'll do what he says.~
@1848 = ~MOTHER! THE MAN'S NOT DOING WHAT I SAY!!~
@1849 = ~Become a god?! How the hell does he think destroying all this is going to help him do that? He's insane!~
@1850 = ~Yeah, that's an understatement and a half! Look at <CHARNAME> - <PRO_HESHE>'s dying because of all this!~
@1851 = ~Some people would think it'd be better to kill him. I would have.~
@1852 = ~Surely the important thing at this point is <CHARNAME>'s soul? I mean, it's great to help out with your tree and all, but <PRO_HESHE>'s going to lose <PRO_HISHER> strength after much longer.~
@1853 = ~I know some stuff about mercenary jobs, and the number one rule is to know what you're getting into. Otherwise you'll land yourself in a whole heap of trouble.~
@1854 = ~He's kidding, right? A statue of me up there for everyone to see?! <CHARNAME>, you're a gods-damned wonder!~
@1855 = ~Heh, that's true enough. Trust Lady Lilith to ruin the party.~
@1856 = ~He's just jealous 'cause Coprith's got the upper hand in this town. Coprith's got a good head on his shoulders, and uses his common sense - which is far more than Menold ever does.~
@1857 = ~Hmph. Never thought I'd see the day when Faren Blacknall would be swannin' around with a bunch o' blasted heroes.~
@1858 = ~Yeah, you see something new every day, don't you?~
@1859 = ~Faren? Why are you travelling with these strangers? Don't you know they're dangerous?~
@1860 = ~They're no more dangerous than I am, and since when did you care anyway?~
@1861 = ~So you've decided to join up with the strangers now, have you? Not content with the trouble you've caused?~
@1862 = ~Yeah, that's right. I'm travelling with <CHARNAME> just so I can have the satisfaction of annoying you.~
@1863 = ~Hmph! That's just typical!~
@1864 = ~Do you really think you can get the people's goodwill back, Blacknall? You might be hanging on <CHARNAME>'s coattails, but we all know your game.~
@1865 = ~Think whatever you want. If you feel like discussing it, I can send you back to the barracks with a black eye to match the one I gave your pal.~
@1866 = ~Keep your distance, Blacknall. We don't want anything unfortunate happening, do we?~
@1867 = ~That's okay with me. You keep your distance, and I'll keep mine.~
@1868 = ~Watch out for that Faren Blacknall, there. He's an untrustworthy sort.~
@1869 = ~Hmm, I think I heard something? No, on second thoughts not. Just the wind in the fields...~
@1870 = ~Of course, yeah. He was going to run in and brandish his sword and then all the nasty animals would've run away.~
@1871 = ~Greetings to you, Faren. I see you have found yourself some new friends.~
@1872 = ~Jeanne, nice to see you. I'm sorry, but we've got stuff to do - I can't really stop.~
@1873 = ~A pity. I remember you being rather more willing to spend time in my tent - and more than time, too.~
@1874 = ~Yeah, well. I should head off, anyway.~
@1875 = ~I hope you do not plan to have another fight, Mister Blacknall. It quite distracted the other patrons from my playing.~
@1876 = ~Oh, I doubt that'd distract them too much - you'd hold their attention in a thunderstorm.~
@1877 = ~How pleasant of you to say so. But still - please refrain from any more brawling.~
@1878 = ~I can buy you a drink if it'd make it up to you?~
@1879 = ~Perhaps another <DAYNIGHT>. I do not wish to fumble the notes.~
@1880 = ~Ah, there are shadows behind you, my friend. They draw ever nearer despite your desire to be free of them. Find bravery within yourself to defeat it and you shall prevail.~
@1881 = ~Heh, I think you could say that to anyone and it'd work for them. Thanks, anyway.~
@1882 = ~Ah, it is good to see that you are moving forward once more.~
@1883 = ~What, you mean you're glad I'm out of your face?~
@1884 = ~I mean what I said, Faren, and no more. I have no personal quarrel with you, unlike some others in this town.~
@1885 = ~Good to know, I guess. Look - I'm sorry for being prickly.~
@1886 = ~Hmm. I see you have picked a somewhat odd travelling companion, <CHARNAME>. I hope it ends well.~
@1887 = ~Hmph, when will you see that I've gotten over that whole getting into fights thing? That whole thing in Vyatri's was an isolated incident! Or at least, kind of isolated.~
@1888 = ~Move along, Faren. I have a great deal to attend to.~
@1889 = ~I trust your time in the cells has learned you your lesson, Faren. I can't be having people causing a ruckus in here.~
@1890 = ~But Cooper started it! I was just having a drink--~
@1891 = ~You carried it on. And I'm sure he was given latrine duty or whatever it is the militia do to discipline the troops.~
@1892 = ~I hope so. Anyway, no hard feelings, right? It'd be a bit embarrassing to be barred from my local inn.~
@1893 = ~Heh, I think being barred's the least of your worries as far as the townsfolk are concerned. It'd be cruel to bar you on top of that.~
@1894 = ~You've no idea how grateful I am, Vyatri.~
@1895 = ~Save the smooth-talk. I've still got my eye on you.~
@1896 = ~Raissa! Thank the gods we got here in time--~
@1897 = ~No, no he won't. You have your duelling fun with someone else, Veldrin.~
@1898 = ~No, no he won't. You can have your duelling fun with someone else, Veldrin.~
@1899 = ~Oy, didn't I see you hangin' around here back in the day?~
@1900 = ~Uh - no, I think you're mistaken.~
@1901 = ~I did, I remember, ye had more hair back then but it's ye, clear as day.~
@1902 = ~Yeah, well - I've got things to do, people to see, so I'll see you around, okay?~
@1903 = ~Oh! Er... don't I recognise you?~
@1904 = ~Me? Oh. Yeah, I was here a few months back. Sorry I didn't show up to tell you about what happened, but things didn't go too well. You know how it is.~
@1905 = ~Oh... yes, of course, of course! Let us say no more about it. Who are these other folk with you?~
@1906 = ~This is <CHARNAME>, and <PRO_HESHE>'s a great adventurer - way better than I was back in the day, anyway.~
@1907 = ~Ah, I see. Well, <CHARNAME>, what can I do for you?~
@1908 = ~Huh, that definitely sounds interesting. Let's hear his side of things before we do what the Cowled ones told us. No point making mistakes.~
@1909 = ~Surely we'll only get trouble, travelling with one of her kind. Still, she's an...interesting-looking sort of woman, isn't she?~
@1910 = ~You! Hey, you! Fella with the hair!~
@1911 = ~Is that me you're talking to?~
@1912 = ~Valygar, is he looking at you or at me?~
@1913 = ~Yes, you! See this mighty fine sphere, here? You can have it for your very own for a mere 500 gold pieces! What do you say?~
@1914 = ~It's a tough one, but...no.~
@1915 = ~Yoshimo, you can fight it, right? There's got to be something we can do...I don't want to see another friend die!~
@1916 = ~You follow in the hopes of retrieving something dear to you. I say that the longer you keep this up, the more you will lose.~
@1917 = ~Think of your feelings for Faren. How terrible it would be if you were to be separated - and so soon after discovering how you felt...~
@1918 = ~Sweet one, I was not referring to <PRO_HISHER> safety, oh no. Follow, <CHARNAME>, and you will lose more than you ever imagined. Beginning now!~
@1919 = ~The Final Battle with Bodhi

Bodhi appeared in an ambush shortly before I reached her haven, warning me that she was aware of my pursuit and stealing from me the one person that is dearest to my heart: Faren.  Before she vanished and unleashed more of her undead creations upon me, Bodhi warned me that if I continue I will lose even more than I thought possible.  I cannot give up on the Rhynn Lanthorn... but now the life and immortal soul of the one I love is at stake, as well!~
@1920 = ~Oh, shut up, you undead bitch. I've been there and done that, and I know I don't have to worry about <PRO_HIMHER> getting hurt.~
@1921 = ~Have you come seeking wisdom from the Binder of What is Known? The Wise God stands ready.~
@1922 = ~No, thank you, I have no need of help at the moment.~
@1923 = ~A friend is afflicted by vampirism.  An old book suggested that followers of Oghma might know something about that.~
@1924 = ~Elhan! I've the half vampire body of Faren here because of you! You'll tell me now!~
@1925 = ~My companion Faren was taken by a vampire. What can I expect when I find them?~
@1926 = ~My companion Faren has fallen to a vampire. Is there any way to save him?~
@1927 = ~You have taken too much already!  You will return both Imoen's soul and Faren!~
@1928 = ~And you have delivered on that promise. Return Faren and perhaps I will be merciful.~
@1929 = ~You place too much confidence in sentiment.  The theft of Faren will not save you.~
@1930 = ~He is long lost to you, <CHARNAME>. Although he was a little...resistant at first, Faren quickly realised where his heart truly lies.~
@1931 = ~The Final Battle with Bodhi.

Bodhi has turned Faren into a vampire!  Or ... or very nearly.  The process may not have been completed in the short time Bodhi has had him. I will have lost him if something cannot be done.  Perhaps the elven war sage might know some way of restoration ... or Elhan...~
@1932 = ~An interesting ploy, though I am sure his fate will still serve as an example - whether you wish him back or not.~
@1933 = ~So perfectly obliging, and as you see his will is mine to deal with how I please. Though the...process is not yet complete, he will strike you down without a second thought.~
@1934 = ~Yes...yes, Mistress, I'll do anything...~
@1935 = ~(It seems that Faren has you on his mind to<DAYNIGHT>.)~
@1936 = ~(He gives you a grin.) Just admiring the view, <CHARNAME>.~
@1937 = ~Hang on a second there, <CHARNAME>.~
@1938 = ~(He takes your hand and gives it a light squeeze before rubbing your palm and each finger in turn. His hand is rough, but the firm movement sends a shiver up your arm.)~
@1939 = ~It's amazing how much of a difference that makes, isn't it? It always makes me feel more relaxed.~
@1940 = ~You're welcome. It's a pleasure.~
@1941 = ~Mmm, I'll hold you to that, don't you worry.~
@1942 = ~Sorry, I'll ask your permission next time I do something nice. And don't bother thanking me or anything.~
@1943 = ~(He snakes his hand up your back to touch your hair, ruffling it a little as he moves his hand to the nape of your neck. Having sufficiently messed your hair up, he nods in satisfaction and leaves you be.)~
@1944 = ~(He snakes his hand up your back to touch your hair, ruffling it a little as he teases out a tangle.)~
@1945 = ~Ouch! That hurt!~
@1946 = ~Don't mess up my hair, Faren, it's a bit annoying.~
@1947 = ~You're a lot more gentle than anyone else, Faren. Carry on.~
@1948 = ~I'd rather you rubbed my neck than pulled my hair, Faren.~
@1949 = ~Oh! I'm sorry, I was trying not to.~
@1950 = ~(He shakes his head a little and rolls his eyes, but leaves you alone.)~
@1951 = ~(He nods and moves closer, ostensibly to get a better look at one of the more stubborn knots in your hair, but his pupils are a little dilated and he seems to take a great deal of time over it.)~
@1952 = ~Heh, demands, demands, it's always the same with you!~
@1953 = ~Another time, I think. We shouldn't hold things up.~
@1954 = ~(There is a mischievous look in his expression as he looks at you, but something seems to hold him back and he does nothing.)~
@1955 = ~(A mischievous expression on his face, Faren puts his fingertip on your chest.) You've got something on you, <CHARNAME>.~
@1956 = ~(Look down.)~
@1957 = ~You can't fool me, Faren, I've seen that done many a time.~
@1958 = ~(He flicks you on the nose, not hard enough to hurt but it makes your eyes water a little.)~
@1959 = ~Ouch! That really hurt, Faren!~
@1960 = ~(Flick Faren on the arm in retaliation.)~
@1961 = ~Ah, you spoilsport. I'll get you one day, don't worry!~
@1962 = ~Oh - damn it, I'm sorry, I didn't mean to do it that hard. I won't again, don't worry.~
@1963 = ~(Faren makes a noise that can only be described as a cross between a giggle and a snort and gives your shoulder an affectionate squeeze.)~
@1964 = ~(He looks as though he is about to say something, but he shakes himself and turns away to the task at hand.)~
@1965 = ~(He gives you a quick grin, then turns away.)~
@1966 = ~<CHARNAME>, you look a bit weighed down there. Can I take anything off you?~
@1967 = ~Thanks, Faren. I'd appreciate it.~
@1968 = ~No, I'm fine. You've got enough on you as it is.~
@1969 = ~(Standing behind you, Faren digs in your pack and takes out a loaf of bread and a wheel of cheese.)~
@1970 = ~Don't think this is all for you, <CHARNAME>. This means I'll have the pick of the food when it gets to lunchtime!~
@1971 = ~Okay - well, just say the word if you do need it.~
@1972 = ~(Faren is normally quite free with physical affection, and some <DAYNIGHT>s he can't seem to keep his hands off you. This is one of those occasions: he keeps fiddling with your hair, tugging your sleeve when he wants to speak to you and walking close to you so your arms brush.)~
@1973 = ~(He does it in an unaffected sort of way, and although if he were in a different mood he might come across as having an ulterior motive, in this case he just seems grateful for having someone to be comfortable with.)~
@1974 = ~(He puts his arm around your waist and pulls you briefly to his side.)

It's good to be travelling with people again, it really is. And, y'know, you specifically.~
@1975 = ~(You catch the tail-end of a look that could only be described as lascivious. He does not seem to realise that you noticed his attention; he just carries on walking, a small smile on his face.)~
@1976 = ~You've got something - just there, on your forehead...~
@1977 = ~(He leans closer to you and very carefully rubs a spot on your temple.)~
@1978 = ~There, it's gone. Sorry, it was annoying me - I kept noticing it!~
@1979 = ~Watch out, there, <CHARNAME>, d'you want to lean on me a second?~
@1980 = ~You should take better care of yourself. We don't want you running yourself into the ground.~
@1981 = ~(He glances at you and gives you a smile.)~
@1982 = ~I imagine it's been a while since you've been able to enjoy the sun properly. We'll have to take a break at some point, have a rest.~
@1983 = ~(He glances at you and smiles, his teeth white in the light of the moon.)~
@1984 = ~(He gives you a lazy salute.)~
@1985 = ~You're lucky, you know that? Or strong, anyway. To have gone through so much and still be standing. I can't begin to say how admirable that is.~
@1986 = ~(As you walk, he moves closer to you so your shoulders are almost brushing. He gives you a warm smile, then moves away again.)~
@1987 = ~(Deliberately, he takes your hand and squeezes it briefly.)~
@1988 = ~I'm glad we met, I really am. It's...an interesting experience, travelling with you.~
@1989 = ~I had this really weird dream last night. You fell off a bridge, and I didn't know how to heal you. Silly, really!~
@1990 = ~You've got dust on you. Here...~
@1991 = ~(He picks at your hair, brushing it down with the palm of his hand, then nods, satisfied.)~
@1992 = ~You surprise me sometimes. I can't get used to how much power you've got.~
@1993 = ~(Faren's tone is not entirely happy, but he gives you a smile nevertheless.)~
@1994 = ~You know what we should do sometime? We should go to the beach. I can take you swimming, and it'd be really fun.~
@1995 = ~(He winces sympathetically as he looks you over, then reaches out and gingerly pats you on the shoulder.)

You should take better care of yourself, <CHARNAME>.~
@1996 = ~(He gives you a broad smile.) I hope you're doing okay there, <CHARNAME>.~
@1997 = ~You look nice to<DAYNIGHT>, <CHARNAME>, you really do.~
@1998 = ~(He comes closer to you and briefly puts his arm around your shoulders. Smiling at you, he moves away and resumes walking.)~
@1999 = ~(He is giving you a contemplative look, seeming to pay particular attention to your mouth. When he sees that you noticed him watching you, he nods to you amiably.)~
@2000 = ~(Faren's affection for you is no secret, so it is hardly surprising that his attention is on you.)~
@2001 = ~(He gives you a quick hug, inhaling the smell of your neck with evident satisfaction. His warm breath tickles against your skin.)~
@2002 = ~(He grabs you by the shoulders and, with little heed to whoever may be watching, gives you a sound kiss on the lips. He lingers a moment, and you feel him smile against your mouth.)~
@2003 = ~<CHARNAME>, you know that if--~
@2004 = ~Never mind, it doesn't matter.~
@2005 = ~(He puts his palm on your back and keeps it there for a little while as you walk, a warm reminder of his presence.)~
@2006 = ~(He slides his arm around your shoulders and gives you a kiss on the cheek, his stubble rasping lightly against your skin.)~
@2007 = ~(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.)~
@2008 = ~I'm glad we met, back in that dungeon. I guess it goes to show that good things often come out of bad situations!~
@2009 = ~(He walks close to you, brushing your arm with his. He glances at you with a smile.)~
@2010 = ~I don't know where I'd be, if I wasn't here with you. It feels...odd, but really good at the same time.~
@2011 = ~(He looks quite predatory as he watches you for a moment or two, then shakes his head with a smile and looks away.)~
@2012 = ~(With a swift movement Faren is at your side. He throws his arm around your shoulders and squeezes you exuberantly.)~
@2013 = ~(He stares at your mouth for a long moment.)

You should have to have a license for that. It's a dangerous weapon!~
@2014 = ~(He walks beside you for a while, seemingly content with just being in your presence, then slaps you firmly on the rear.)~
@2015 = ~I want you to know that whatever happens, wherever we go and whatever we do...~
@2016 = ~You are one fine-looking <PRO_MANWOMAN>!~
@2017 = ~(He slips his hand into yours, gripping your fingers tightly.)~
@2018 = ~Sometimes your hair catches the light, <CHARNAME>, and it looks so...~
@2019 = ~(As he breaks off, he looks a little embarrassed, and doesn't say anything more.)~
@2020 = ~(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.~
@2021 = ~(He grabs you by the upper arms and stops you in your stride, then leans in and kisses just behind your ear.)~
@2022 = ~(He takes his time, kissing and gently biting, sending tingles up the back of your neck, then pulls away with a supremely satisfied grin.)~
@2023 = ~You are, seriously, the best thing ever. Just thought you should know.~
@2024 = ~(He puts his arm around you, resting his hand on the back of your neck. His fingers idly stroke at your hairline for a while before he pulls away.)~
@2025 = ~(Faren gives you a smile as you approach him, but does not seem receptive to talking right now. Perhaps it is due to his earlier experience with Bodhi.)~
@2026 = ~(Faren looks tense, his expression alert for any danger that might be lurking in the darkness.)~
@2027 = ~What should we do, Faren? I feel so lost, underground like this.~
@2028 = ~I'm so glad you're here with me, Faren. It's good to have a friendly face around.~
@2029 = ~Are you afraid of the dark, Faren?~
@2030 = ~I want to be back to normal, damn it!~
@2031 = ~(Study Faren.)~
@2032 = ~Relax, Faren. I know this will be all right in the end.~
@2033 = ~You've got a gleam in your eye, Faren. I think you might have got the wrong idea about you and me.~
@2034 = ~I think you might have got the wrong idea about us. I just want to be friends.~
@2035 = ~I think things aren't really right between us. I just want to be friends.~
@2036 = ~I think things aren't really right between us. I just want us to be friends.~
@2037 = ~(Leave Faren alone.)~
@2038 = ~It's too dangerous to talk. I don't want us to be at risk. I'm sorry.~
@2039 = ~Get out of here as quickly as possible. I hope that's on your agenda, anyway, because it's certainly on mine.~
@2040 = ~You and me both. The sooner I'm out of here the happier I'll be.~
@2041 = ~What, and you think I'm going to have the answers?~
@2042 = ~It'll...be okay in the end. I hope.~
@2043 = ~I'm...glad to be with you, but it would be so much more preferable to be somewhere else.~
@2044 = ~I appreciate the thought. Thank you.~
@2045 = ~I wish I could think of it like that. I'm afraid all I can think is that I wish I wasn't here.~
@2046 = ~I'm glad you can have a bit of comfort. It's terrible not having anyone around who you know.~
@2047 = ~Why, are you?~
@2048 = ~Maybe a little bit. I hate the way the shadows lurk.~
@2049 = ~Not in the slightest. I can see perfectly well.~
@2050 = ~That's not what I was asking. Are you?~
@2051 = ~Then at least I know I'm not the only one. Come on, <CHARNAME>, we can get out of here.~
@2052 = ~Good on you, <CHARNAME>. I'd like some of that fighting spirit.~
@2053 = ~This is a bit more than "dark". Normally I'm not, but here...~
@2054 = ~Let's say it brings new meaning to there being monsters under the bed.~
@2055 = ~My eyes have been getting a bit more used to it. I hope when we get out I won't be blind as a bat.~
@2056 = ~Well, I'll never again feel uneasy about walking down a dark street, that's for sure.~
@2057 = ~You know, I'm not looking forward to shaving again. It's been a welcome break.~
@2058 = ~You'll probably get a shock when you see yourself in the mirror after getting used to yourself like this. I know I will.~
@2059 = ~Your hair looks good, though. There's always that.~
@2060 = ~We're stuck under the ground with a bunch of Drow, <CHARNAME>. I think the way we look is the least of our worries...~
@2061 = ~That's certainly true. I'm looking forward to when I can see you smile again.~
@2062 = ~(Faren puts his hand on your back and says nothing.)~
@2063 = ~It'll be okay. I hope. <CHARNAME>, it has to be okay in the end.~
@2064 = ~I know. I feel the same way.~
@2065 = ~(Faren moves more lightly here than he does on the surface, and as you walk he moves, perhaps unconsciously, closer to you.)~
@2066 = ~Don't stare at me, <CHARNAME>, I've got enough on my plate.~
@2067 = ~Can't get enough of me, eh?~
@2068 = ~(Faren's good-humoured tone is a little strained, and he turns away to stare into the dark, his pose tense and ready for battle.)~
@2069 = ~(Faren smiles at you, not particularly happily.)~
@2070 = ~(There is an odd quality to Faren's hair under Adalon's spell; it cascades down his back in silvery waves, free of the tangles his curls often succumb to.)~
@2071 = ~(He notices you looking at it, pulls a strand round to look at it, gives a sigh and walks on.)~
@2072 = ~(Despite his evident lack of enjoyment of his new form, Faren makes a rather striking Drow, moving with inhuman grace through the shadows.)~
@2073 = ~(Faren prods his pointed ear and grimaces.)~
@2074 = ~(As your eyes fall on him, Faren turns to look at you. He gives you a small smile, then holds one finger up to his lips.)~
@2075 = ~<CHARNAME>, I'm really not in the mood to do that right now.~
@2076 = ~(Faren shakes his head and pulls away from you.)~
@2077 = ~I'm sorry. I just...not like this.~
@2078 = ~(Faren holds you tightly by the upper arms and kisses you desperately, leaving your lips feeling a little tingly as you part.)~
@2079 = ~(Faren's hand snakes up into your hair as you kiss, but he stops and pulls away.)~
@2080 = ~Sorry, <CHARNAME>. I want to, it's just - while we're like this, I don't feel comfortable.~
@2081 = ~I'm sorry. I just...not here.~
@2082 = ~Sorry, <CHARNAME>. I want to, it's just - I really don't feel comfortable here.~
@2083 = ~(Faren gives you a smile in return, though it is not as enthusiastic a smile as normal.)~
@2084 = ~It's good to hear you sounding so cheerful, <CHARNAME>. Thank you.~
@2085 = ~Weirdly enough, I kind of believe you.~
@2086 = ~You know, if anyone else said that to me I'd laugh in their face. But you're different. Thank you.~
@2087 = ~(Faren walks at your side, his gait relaxed and easy.)~
@2088 = ~I'm worried about deciding whether to work for the thieves or with Valen's mistress.~
@2089 = ~Which family should I give that mantle to, or should I give it to Lord Logan?~
@2090 = ~Do you think it was wise of me to poison the grove of the druids?~
@2091 = ~I feel a bit guilty for upsetting Lord Logan like that.~
@2092 = ~Do you think I'll be able to save that girl from Rejek?~
@2093 = ~I'm finding it harder and harder to make decisions about what we're doing.~
@2094 = ~I miss my life before all of this happened. Where did it all go wrong?~
@2095 = ~What do you think I ought to do, now?~
@2096 = ~Do you have a problem being here again?~
@2097 = ~I'd like to talk to you about Aerie.~
@2098 = ~I'd like to talk to you about Anomen.~
@2099 = ~I'd like to talk to you about Jaheira.~
@2100 = ~I'd like to talk to you about Viconia.~
@2101 = ~I'd like to talk to you about Nathaniel.~
@2102 = ~I'd like to talk to you about Sebastian.~
@2103 = ~Can I ask you a question about yourself?~
@2104 = ~Is there anything you need?~
@2105 = ~You're looking a little tired. Are you all right?~
@2106 = ~I think you're a good companion to have around, Faren.~
@2107 = ~So what was Jeanne in the pleasure tent talking about, hmm?~
@2108 = ~So tell me about Halmar. How did you know him?~
@2109 = ~If it was just some bunch of mercenaries, I'd say go for them. But really, the Shadow Thieves are the reason why I hate Athkatla.~
@2110 = ~Valen gave me the shivers, but I know what the Shadow Thieves do to people, and it's not pretty. I think you should scout out your options before making a decision, see if there's an alternative. I'll help you out if things turn nasty.~
@2111 = ~Coprith knows what he's doing - if he said give it to him, I'd say do that. Luraxxol's a pain, and Alibakkar's not much better. Heh, the things I've heard about those two...~
@2112 = ~I know Cernd wouldn't be too happy about it, but the druids have been a pest for a while now. Maybe it was a mistake, but I don't think I'm going to lose much sleep over it.~
@2113 = ~Well, you can't always be making friends, I suppose. He's a fair enough type - he'll probably come round in time.~
@2114 = ~I damn well hope we can. Raissa's a lovely girl - she's always been so nice, never did anything wrong at school. I hate to think that she's in danger.~
@2115 = ~Not that I know of, though I'm a bit tired and hungry. I think it'd be good to have a breather soon.~
@2116 = ~Heh, it might sound silly but I'm actually starting to miss Trademeet a bit. It'd be good to see it again, I think.~
@2117 = ~Well, at least you're having a more meaningful life than most people. That's got to count for something, right?~
@2118 = ~To be honest, I'd rather be hanging around with someone who worried about making decisions than someone who couldn't be bothered to make them at all.~
@2119 = ~I'm not sure I can help you with that. I'm not too good at deciding the right thing myself.~
@2120 = ~Then take a back seat for a change, and let someone else do some of the work.~
@2121 = ~Er, not that I'm volunteering or anything!~
@2122 = ~(Faren pulls you into a hug, giving you a pat on the back.)~
@2123 = ~Hey, don't get like that. We all feel sad about things sometimes - no need to dwell on it.~
@2124 = ~Just keep your chin up. Things'll get better for you, you'll see.~
@2125 = ~Now, you know that's not the way to cheer yourself up. There's a lot ahead of us, and there's no point thinking about what might or might not have happened.~
@2126 = ~Seems like you need money if you're going to get anywhere.~
@2127 = ~If I'm honest? I'd say, don't tread on more toes than you have to. This is a tricky situation we're in right now, and we could get out of our depths if we're not careful.~
@2128 = ~You know what you want more than anyone. Hunt down the wizard, find your friend.~
@2129 = ~If there was an option that didn't involve fighting that vampire, I'd gladly take it.~
@2130 = ~Thank our lucky stars Bodhi didn't leave you bloodless on the ground?~
@2131 = ~It looks like this is it. I...hope it all goes to plan.~
@2132 = ~It's...weird, being here. It's so near where it happened.~
@2133 = ~To be honest, I'd rather get out of here as soon as we can.~
@2134 = ~At least that thing's gone, though. You're pretty damn good at what you do.~
@2135 = ~Aerie? Fair enough, ask away.~
@2136 = ~She feels so self-conscious about her scars. I wish I could help her feel better.~
@2137 = ~I wish she'd stop going on about her lost wings. Other people have problems, too.~
@2138 = ~She yelled at me when I was just trying to comfort her! I swear...~
@2139 = ~I think I'm falling in love with her, Faren.~
@2140 = ~Tell me honestly. What do you think of her?~
@2141 = ~Anomen? Fair enough, ask away.~
@2142 = ~I wish he wouldn't get so obsessed over his Test. It's starting to annoy me.~
@2143 = ~I'm worried that I come second place to the Order to him.~
@2144 = ~I'm worried - failing his Test seems to have hurt him a great deal.~
@2145 = ~One minute he's falling at my feet, the next he's shouting at me!~
@2146 = ~I think I'm falling in love with him, Faren.~
@2147 = ~Tell me honestly. What do you think of him?~
@2148 = ~Jaheira? Fair enough, ask away.~
@2149 = ~She's so heartbroken over Khalid. Do you think I can ever replace that?~
@2150 = ~I like her a lot. I'm just...worried that I'm taking advantage of her grief.~
@2151 = ~Viconia? Fair enough, ask away.~
@2152 = ~She keeps giving me these mixed signals. I hardly know whether I'm coming or going.~
@2153 = ~There's something about her...I just can't stop thinking about her.~
@2154 = ~Nathaniel? Fair enough, ask away.~
@2155 = ~I wish he'd stop going on about his failings all the time! It's so frustrating.~
@2156 = ~There doesn't seem to be any way of making him feel better about himself.~
@2157 = ~I never thought I'd feel this way about another man...I'm not sure what to think.~
@2158 = ~Sebastian? Fair enough, ask away.~
@2159 = ~Do you think I did the right thing, killing Xavier?~
@2160 = ~I'm worried about him - he seems very unhappy since the incident with his family.~
@2161 = ~Am I taking advantage of him by getting involved like this?~
@2162 = ~Well, I guess you are making her feel better, in your way. She's got someone to talk to, and she knows you'll listen. That's probably enough.~
@2163 = ~I guess she's just feeling a bit sensitive - having lost her wings and all. That's not something you'd just bounce back from, is it?~
@2164 = ~But if you think she's just doing it to get attention, or whatever, then maybe you should tell her so before she gets hurt.~
@2165 = ~Don't worry, she was probably just in a difficult mood. I'm sure she'll come round in a bit. She doesn't seem the sort to bear a grudge.~
@2166 = ~Well, that's...er, that's sudden! Love is scary, no doubt about it.~
@2167 = ~Just remember that there's no rush. You haven't known her that long, and it's not like you have to spend the rest of your life with her just because you like her now.~
@2168 = ~She's a nice girl when she's not running herself into the ground. I wouldn't want to go out with her, but that's me.~
@2169 = ~We-ell, it's important to him, isn't it? You know him more than I do, I guess, so maybe you should talk to him about it.~
@2170 = ~You probably do, to be honest. If it bothers you that much, maybe he's not right for you.~
@2171 = ~Really? I think he seems a lot happier without it hanging over his head. But you know him better than I do.~
@2172 = ~Well, if you're not happy with how he's treating you, don't put up with it. There are other fish in the sea.~
@2173 = ~If you say so. Congratulations, I guess.~
@2174 = ~Just remember that there's no rush. You haven't known him that long, and it's not like you have to spend the rest of your life with him just because you like him now.~
@2175 = ~He's a good soldier, and he's got a lot of drive. As for the, you know, romance side of things, I can't say. Not so much my type. He seems very chivalrous, and all that.~
@2176 = ~If you want to replace her husband, <CHARNAME>, you're getting into something I really don't want to talk about.~
@2177 = ~It's just - why would you even try? She's grieving. She needs time to sort things out in her head.~
@2178 = ~If this is the same Jaheira we're talking about, I don't think she'd let herself be taken advantage of, over anything. Don't worry about it - just be a friend to her. That's what she needs.~
@2179 = ~Oh...okay. Well. I don't know what to say to that - she's a fine woman, certainly, but haven't you known each other since you were little?~
@2180 = ~Jaheira? Oh, she's great. I like having her around - I know no one'll dare touch us if she gives them one of her glares!~
@2181 = ~We-ell. She's...her own woman, isn't she? She doesn't strike me as the sort who'll do things the simple way.~
@2182 = ~If it's getting troublesome, though, just drop it. It isn't worth the time if she's just playing games with you.~
@2183 = ~Yeah. She is a very...striking sort of woman, isn't she? I don't blame you if you want to get to know her better.~
@2184 = ~Really? Are you kidding? Watch out, you might bite off more than you can chew if you've got romantic notions.~
@2185 = ~To be honest, she creeps me out a little. But I'm not ashamed to admit that she's a very...striking sort of woman.~
@2186 = ~Some people are just like that, I guess. If you want to let him talk at you, go for it. Otherwise, maybe it's too much hassle.~
@2187 = ~Maybe he just needs time to get his bearings. If you're a good listener, he might get more sure of himself. Or maybe not...~
@2188 = ~Relax, relax. You like him, he likes you - or he'll realise soon enough - and that's what matters.~
@2189 = ~Really? Well, congratulations, I guess.~
@2190 = ~Just remember there's no need to rush things if you don't want to. You don't have to stay together forever just because you like each other now.~
@2191 = ~Honestly? He needs to take that stick out of his ass and smile a bit. How the hell he can have so many hangups while being better at fighting than I could ever be, I don't know.~
@2192 = ~I...don't know. Yes. If Andrei hadn't made you choose like that, it might've been fine. But as it is...~
@2193 = ~Are you kidding? Of course he's unhappy!~
@2194 = ~Sorry. I'm worried over him too. He obviously needs to have some time out of his head, but when I try to distract him he bites my head off. Maybe you'll have better luck.~
@2195 = ~Well. Before this, I would've said I didn't think anyone could take advantage of him. But he seems so...tired, lately. I'm not sure.~
@2196 = ~Maybe it's taking his mind off stuff, maybe not. I'd tread carefully.~
@2197 = ~Are you serious?~
@2198 = ~Yeah, you are, aren't you? <CHARNAME>, I don't think he's right in the head anymore. Maybe he never really was. But seriously, I don't think it's love he's after.~
@2199 = ~I want to help him out over this, and I don't want him going off the rails. But sometimes he stares at me and he looks so...I don't know, exhausted. Sad. Exhaustedly sad.~
@2200 = ~If you want to get involved with him it's your business. But watch out you don't get in over your head.~
@2201 = ~Okay - well, just let me know if you want anything.~
@2202 = ~You already did. Go ahead, what's up?~
@2203 = ~What are you thinking about?~
@2204 = ~How are you feeling at the moment?~
@2205 = ~Have you ever been in love with anyone?~
@2206 = ~What do you think of me?~
@2207 = ~What do you make of what you know of my heritage?~
@2208 = ~Do you ever want to just give up on the travelling life?~
@2209 = ~What were you like when you were younger?~
@2210 = ~Do you ever want to have children?~
@2211 = ~What do you dream about?~
@2212 = ~Nothing, don't worry about it.~
@2213 = ~Oh, that. I did some things I shouldn't have a year or two back. I guess everyone makes mistakes. Luckily I didn't come away from it much poorer.~
@2214 = ~Oh, that. I...kind of did some things I shouldn't have, a year or two back. It's over now, don't worry.~
@2215 = ~Oh, that. I...did some things I shouldn't have, after I left the guards. It's over now, believe me. I wouldn't want anyone else when I've got you.~
@2216 = ~Getting involved in his business was one of the mistakes I made a few years back. Oh, it was nothing really bad, but if I'd gotten caught there would've been worse things than prison to deal with.~
@2217 = ~(yawn) You know what? I think it's just about time for a rest.~
@2218 = ~(Faren gives you a salute, grinning.)~
@2219 = ~Why, thank you, <CHARNAME>. You're not such a bad sort yourself.~
@2220 = ~Well, it's good that my talents are coming in handy.~
@2221 = ~Good to know, <CHARNAME>, good to know.~
@2222 = ~I'll talk to you later, then.~
@2223 = ~My boot's rubbing a bit. I'll have to fix it up next time we stop.~
@2224 = ~Hmmm? Nothing, really, just off in my own world.~
@2225 = ~I really fancy some spare ribs. Maybe I can get some at the next inn...~
@2226 = ~Just wondering what'll be the next thing we'll face. I hope it doesn't have too many teeth...~
@2227 = ~I'm good. It's good to be stretching my legs - Trademeet's hardly the most exciting of places to hang around in.~
@2228 = ~(With a slight frown, Faren shrugs and turns away.)~
@2229 = ~Just fine, thanks. Don't breathe down my neck, though - it makes it hard to concentrate!~
@2230 = ~I'm good. It's always nice to be out on the road.~
@2231 = ~Why, are you volunteering?~
@2232 = ~Heh, joking, joking.~
@2233 = ~Ha, where did that come from?~
@2234 = ~No, I couldn't say I have. Not in the blazing trumpets, cornflower fields and feeding each other strawberries way, anyway.~
@2235 = ~Now that's a weird question. I don't have much time for that kind of thing.~
@2236 = ~You're not like anyone I've ever travelled with before, I'll give you that.~
@2237 = ~You seem a very capable <PRO_MANWOMAN>. I definitely feel like I've got you at my back.~
@2238 = ~I don't know, really. You're certainly unique!~
@2239 = ~Heh, that's a loaded question and a half!~
@2240 = ~I don't know what I think of it, if I'm honest. I've seen weird things, but nothing quite like you.~
@2241 = ~It's...quite creepy, if I'm honest.~
@2242 = ~Don't get me wrong, and it doesn't make a difference to how much I like you, but it is a little weird.~
@2243 = ~I was kind of thinking you'd look different to other people all the time, but you don't. Just goes to show you can't make assumptions!~
@2244 = ~Why, are you thinking of giving it up? I don't know. Someday, yeah, I will, but not anytime soon.~
@2245 = ~Sometimes, on <DAYNIGHT>s like this, I wish it was possible.~
@2246 = ~Can't say it's crossed my mind lately. I did want to give it up for a while, but...~
@2247 = ~When I'm too old to lift a sword, maybe. But I don't think I could give it up before then.~
@2248 = ~Heh, there's no point digging into ancient history, <CHARNAME>.~
@2249 = ~One time, me and my friend sneaked into Vyatri's and drank a bottle of brandy between us. Sheesh, we felt terrible the next day.~
@2250 = ~I always wanted to get out of Trademeet - it felt so boring. But once I was out I think I realised the world wasn't as exciting as I thought it was going to be.~
@2251 = ~I was a little rascal. You wouldn't have liked me much, I don't think!~
@2252 = ~Now that's a weird question!~
@2253 = ~I'm not sure whether I'd know how to make them grow up right. It's a lot of responsibility...~
@2254 = ~They're sweet, aren't they? I don't know, I can't see myself settling down anytime soon.~
@2255 = ~I don't know, actually. Maybe one day, if I find the right person.~
@2256 = ~Now if I told you that, you might get embarrassed...~
@2257 = ~I don't tend to remember my dreams that often. I guess I'm quite a deep sleeper.~
@2258 = ~Can't think of anything off the top of my head. Nothing respectable, anyway.~
@2259 = ~The other night I dreamed that I kept tripping up a little girl, and her father came and told me off. I hadn't realised she'd get so upset, you see.~
@2260 = ~Can I ask you a question?~
@2261 = ~(Flirt with Faren.)~
@2262 = ~I like spending time with you, Faren, but I'd rather you didn't talk to me so much.~
@2263 = ~You know, I've started to feel a bit neglected. Can you give me a bit more attention?~
@2264 = ~I know, it's difficult. But don't let it get you down, you've got people who'll help you out. Including me.~
@2265 = ~(Faren gives you a smile and pats you on the shoulder, but says nothing.)~
@2266 = ~Just...don't worry about it. I guess.~
@2267 = ~I don't know what to say, really. I'm sure you'll feel better about it if you don't dwell on it too much.~
@2268 = ~Never mind, actually.~

@2270 = ~(Smile at Faren.)~
@2271 = ~(Play with Faren's hair.)~
@2272 = ~You know, Faren, you're very attractive.~
@2273 = ~(Hug Faren.)~
@2274 = ~(Take Faren's hand.)~
@2275 = ~(Poke Faren.)~
@2276 = ~(Bend over to give Faren an eyeful of your chest.)~
@2277 = ~(Bend over at Faren.)~
@2278 = ~(Wolf whistle at Faren.)~
@2279 = ~(Look into Faren's eyes.)~
@2280 = ~(Touch Faren's face.)~
@2281 = ~(Blow a kiss at Faren.)~
@2282 = ~(Run your hands over Faren's chest.)~
@2283 = ~(Squeeze Faren's thigh.)~
@2284 = ~Faren, you seemed to want things to go further between us - I think I feel the same.~
@2285 = ~I hope you're ready for some action tonight, Faren...~
@2286 = ~What's that for, <CHARNAME>? Well, I'm glad you're feeling happy to<DAYNIGHT>.~
@2287 = ~What's so funny? I didn't think I was that amusing.~
@2288 = ~Ah, it's nice to see you so cheerful - especially with everything that's going on.~
@2289 = ~(Faren smiles back at you, looking decidedly cheered.)~
@2290 = ~(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.)~
@2291 = ~(He turns to glance at you and gives you a grin, beckoning for you to carry on walking.)~
@2292 = ~(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.)~
@2293 = ~(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.)~
@2294 = ~What is it? Have I got something on my face?~
@2295 = ~<CHARNAME>, if you want me to do something, just say instead of making me guess.~
@2296 = ~(As Faren looks back at you, there is a warm look to his expression.)~
@2297 = ~Watch out, <CHARNAME>, my hair's not very nice at the moment - I haven't been able to wash it for a while.~
@2298 = ~(Faren stops dead as you take hold of his ponytail and gives you a quizzical look.)~
@2299 = ~I hope you're not trying to take me prisoner there, <CHARNAME>.~
@2300 = ~(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.)~
@2301 = ~Mmmm, I always like it when people do that.~
@2302 = ~Thanks, <CHARNAME> - I appreciate it.~
@2303 = ~Heh, you're not going to get me to do the cooking tonight that easily...~
@2304 = ~(Faren gives you a grin in reply.)~
@2305 = ~You sound like you're leading up to apologise for something...are you?~
@2306 = ~Hey, that hurt! What was that about?~
@2307 = ~(Faren prods you back on the shoulder.)~
@2308 = ~Ha! And you say I'm immature...~
@2309 = ~(In reply, Faren ruffles your hair.)~
@2310 = ~(Faren keeps you held for a moment or two before releasing you, giving both your shoulders a squeeze.)~
@2311 = ~I hope you're not about to pick my pocket...~
@2312 = ~(Faren gives you a light pat on the back as he hugs you back.)~
@2313 = ~Mmm, nice. Come on, though, we should get going.~
@2314 = ~(Faren's hand is pleasantly warm, and he gives yours a squeeze before letting go.)~
@2315 = ~(You touch Faren's hand and run your fingers a little way up his arm. He laughs and gives your elbow a light pinch.)~
@2316 = ~(Faren grips your hand and pulls you into a hug. You feel him laugh a little before he lets you go.)~
@2317 = ~Hey, I'd rather have my hands free in case there's anything nasty around.~
@2318 = ~Why, you're not pregnant, are you?~
@2319 = ~What? No! I mean, not anytime soon.~
@2320 = ~Um...are you getting broody or something, then?~
@2321 = ~Heh, I hope that's not a loaded question. No, not at the moment - look at me, I'm way too young for that.~
@2322 = ~You look so nice when you do that. I'm glad you're feeling good to<DAYNIGHT>.~
@2323 = ~(Faren smiles at you warmly in return. He moves as though to take your hand, but decides against it and walks on.)~
@2324 = ~Good to see you looking cheerful, <CHARNAME>.~
@2325 = ~(Faren glances at you out of the corner of his eye and coughs, turning away.)~
@2326 = ~(Faren gives you a smile and does not reply.)~
@2327 = ~Hmm? Oh. I don't know, really.~
@2328 = ~(Faren shoots you a slightly furtive glance and finds an excuse not to reply.)~
@2329 = ~(Faren clears his throat and he sounds a little unsteady when he speaks.)

There's a lot to think about right now. I haven't really been thinking about that kind of thing.~
@2330 = ~(Faren raises his eyebrows at you with a grin.)~
@2331 = ~(As Faren glances at you, there is a somewhat lascivious expression in his eyes.)~
@2332 = ~(Laughing, Faren flexes his bicep.) Yeah, <CHARNAME>, I'm the best-looking guy in all the land...~
@2333 = ~Don't objectify me, <CHARNAME>.~
@2334 = ~(Though Faren's tone is mock-severe, you catch him smiling to himself as he turns back to the task at hand.)~
@2335 = ~(Faren smile is a little faltering, and he turns to walk a little more quickly than he was before.)~
@2336 = ~You'll stick like that if the wind changes. Not that I'm complaining.~
@2337 = ~(Faren gently pinches you on the chin, moving his hand to your neck and leaving it there for a moment or two.)~
@2338 = ~(Faren stares back at you. After a second or two he clears his throat, and when he speaks, he sounds a little wobbly.)

Come on, we can't spend all the time woolgathering.~
@2339 = ~Thanks. And you're pretty nice yourself.~
@2340 = ~I'll start thinking you're trying to take advantage of me if you keep that up. Not that I'm unhappy about that...~
@2341 = ~You won't get out of cooking tonight that way, I assure you!~
@2342 = ~(Faren gives you a broad grin.)~
@2343 = ~(While Faren is glancing in your direction, you lean over to give him a view of your chest. You plainly see his gaze drag downwards, and as he looks back up at your face he gives you an entirely unapologetic grin.)~
@2344 = ~(Faren gives you - or rather, your chest - an appreciative smile.)~
@2345 = ~You know, <CHARNAME>, anyone would think you didn't want me to get anything done to<DAYNIGHT>.~
@2346 = ~(Faren takes your hand and gives it a gentlemanly peck, although you suspect it is merely a ruse to get a better view of your chest. He certainly looks satisfied as he returns to his usual place in the group.)~
@2347 = ~(You swear you heard an appreciative chuckle, and when you turn to look Faren smiles mock-innocently back at you.)~
@2348 = ~(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.)~
@2349 = ~Looking good, <CHARNAME>!~
@2350 = ~(As you turn round to gauge his reaction, Faren raises his eyebrows at you with a grin.)~
@2351 = ~(Faren takes your hand and presses it between his palms. He gives you a smile as he returns to formation.)~
@2352 = ~(Faren tries to see what you're up to, shrugging and turning away when he realises that you're not going to do anything else.)~
@2353 = ~(Faren half-closes his eyes and you could swear that you see an almost dreamy expression come over his face as you stroke it.)~
@2354 = ~Yeah, I should probably shave, shouldn't I? I never feel in the mood, though.~
@2355 = ~(Although you have not had this kind of contact before, Faren certainly doesn't seem averse to the idea. He draws you nearer to him to get you both into a better position.)~
@2356 = ~(One of his hands comes up to touch your hair and the other squeezes your hip. Eventually he draws away.)~
@2357 = ~Phew, I think we should stop, or we'll get carried away. That was...wow. Thanks, <CHARNAME>.~
@2358 = ~(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.)~
@2359 = ~(Faren turns just as you approach and you land a kiss on his cheek. He looks oddly shy for a second, then puts his arm around your shoulders.)~
@2360 = ~You're really nice, <CHARNAME>, you know that?~
@2361 = ~Mmmm, that's always a good pick-me-up.~
@2362 = ~(Faren seems a little surprised at first, but he's happy to kiss you back for a short while before drawing back, giving you an appraising sort of look and carrying on walking with a smile that takes a while to fade.)~
@2363 = ~(Faren purses his lips and blows a kiss back at you.)~
@2364 = ~Don't tell anyone I did that, it'll ruin my tough-guy image...~
@2365 = ~(Faren mimes catching the kiss, then pretends to secure it in a pocket on his belt. He then snorts with laughter.)

I can't believe I just did that. Damn you, <CHARNAME>, you're a bad influence!~
@2366 = ~(Faren rolls his eyes humouringly before hooking his arm around your waist and giving you a squeeze.)~
@2367 = ~(Faren leans over and gives you a light kiss on the cheek. You catch him glancing at you quite a few times when you start walking again.)~
@2368 = ~(Faren makes a low growling noise in his throat and grabs you, hugging you tightly.)~
@2369 = ~(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.)~
@2370 = ~(There is a brief pause, and he gives you a strained smile before walking on.)~
@2371 = ~(He grabs your hands and kisses each of your fingers in turn, squeezing them lightly before releasing them.)~
@2372 = ~Mmmm, nice. Maybe we can do a bit more of that next time we rest...~
@2373 = ~Mmmm, lovely...~
@2374 = ~(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.)~
@2375 = ~We should...definitely do that more. Soon.~
@2376 = ~(Faren moves to kiss your neck, pulling your collar aside to better get at your shoulder. With his other arm he draws you closer, then pauses.)~
@2377 = ~Sorry...got a bit carried away, there.~
@2378 = ~(He doesn't sound at all apologetic, and he gives you another kiss on the cheek as you go back to your normal walking.)~
@2379 = ~(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.)~
@2380 = ~Sounds good to me, <CHARNAME>. Listen, I'll come and find you when we next rest.~
@2381 = ~Oh, I'm always ready for action, <CHARNAME>...~
@2382 = ~(It seems that you're not the only one with that on your mind. Faren gives you a slow, smouldering look up and down, then smiles to himself as you walk on.)~
@2383 = ~(Faren snakes his arm around you and kisses up your neck to your ear, whispering sweet, and not so sweet, endearments as he goes. He draws away and gives you a kiss on the nose.)~
@2384 = ~You can guess what I think of that proposition, right?~
@2385 = ~Mmmm, of course. I'd be disappointed if you hadn't offered...~
@2386 = ~(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.)~
@2387 = ~Mmmm, nice.~
@2388 = ~(With what sounds like a groan in the back of his throat, Faren runs his hand down your waist and gives your thigh a firm squeeze in return.)~
@2389 = ~Can't you wait another few hours, <CHARNAME>? And here I was thinking I was insatiable.~
@2390 = ~(Faren has become both a comfortable and an exciting presence at your side, and he is frequently a distraction.)~
@2391 = ~I'm so glad I've got you around. I don't know what I'd do without you.~
@2392 = ~I don't think things are working between us. I think I'd like to go back to being friends.~
@2393 = ~Does it bother you that I'm a dwarven <PRO_MANWOMAN>?~
@2394 = ~Does it bother you that I'm an elven <PRO_MANWOMAN>?~
@2395 = ~Does it bother you that I'm a gnomish <PRO_MANWOMAN>?~
@2396 = ~Does it bother you that I'm a halfling <PRO_MANWOMAN>?~
@2397 = ~Does it bother you that I have elven blood?~
@2398 = ~Does it bother you that I have orcish blood?~
@2399 = ~Of course, fair enough.~
@2400 = ~Can't get enough of me, eh? Of course, it's my pleasure.~
@2401 = ~Heh, I'm glad my talents aren't going unappreciated.~
@2402 = ~And I wouldn't want to be anywhere else.~
@2403 = ~And I'm really glad that you've put up with me for this long.~
@2404 = ~Thank you, <CHARNAME>. You're not bad yourself.~
@2405 = ~And I love you too, <CHARNAME>.~
@2406 = ~It still feels really good to say. I hope that feeling doesn't go away anytime soon.~
@2407 = ~(In reply, Faren hooks his arm around your waist and squeezes.)~
@2408 = ~(The smile Faren gives you lights up his whole face.)~
@2409 = ~You're a wonder. Thank you. And I love you too.~
@2410 = ~Thanks, <CHARNAME>. It's nice to hear it.~
@2411 = ~I...thank you.~
@2412 = ~(He gives you an almost shy smile, takes your hand and gives it a squeeze.)~
@2413 = ~(He appears not to have heard you, but you see him smiling to himself for a moment or two.)~
@2414 = ~(Faren gives you a wink and does not reply.)~
@2415 = ~You, of course.~
@2416 = ~That was the right answer, right?~
@2417 = ~Better for having you around.~
@2418 = ~You know that already, <CHARNAME>, so don't fish for compliments.~
@2419 = ~You're the bees' knees, and I don't know how I got along without you before.~
@2420 = ~(He flicks a speck of invisible dust off your shoulder and gives you a beaming smile.)~
@2421 = ~You're really...~
@2422 = ~That's to say, you're really good to me.~
@2423 = ~Maybe...one day. I don't know.~
@2424 = ~(Faren puts his hand affectionately on the back of your neck for a second and smiles a little sadly.)

I guess I don't really think about that kind of thing. Live in the present, and all that.~
@2425 = ~It's you, <CHARNAME>. You're who I like, and I like who you are. Hope that makes sense.~
@2426 = ~Hells, no. You're who I like, and I like who you are - whatever your birth.~
@2427 = ~Hey, I thought we'd moved past all that. I don't care about it.~
@2428 = ~Well, obviously I care, because it means we're going to be getting rampaging I-don't-know-whats coming after us every minute, but I don't think that's what you're talking about. So no, I don't care.~
@2429 = ~You're definitely the best child of a dead god I ever hung out with.~
@2430 = ~Er, that kind of came out less complimentary than I meant it to.~
@2431 = ~It's unfair that you can't seem to get things done without destiny catching up with you.~
@2432 = ~It's probably best if we - if you don't dwell on it too much. You'll just get tangled up thinking about it.~
@2433 = ~Are you in the mood for getting away from it all and getting a house somewhere, then? Very domestic.~
@2434 = ~One day, maybe. It's quite weird to think that far ahead, though.~
@2435 = ~It's down to what you'd want, really. I'm not too fussed - right now I feel like I could go either way.~
@2436 = ~Let's get through to<DAYNIGHT> before making plans like that, if that's okay.~
@2437 = ~Thanks, <CHARNAME>. The feeling's mutual, I assure you.~
@2438 = ~(He raises his eyebrows at you and gives you an expressively hungry look.)~
@2439 = ~(He runs his hand over his hair, looking slightly bashful.)

Thank you, <CHARNAME>. I like looking at you, too.~
@2440 = ~You don't have to stop at looking - if we're not busy, of course.~
@2441 = ~Oh. Well, I won't pretend I'm not disappointed...but of course it's your choice.~
@2442 = ~Okay, that's fair enough. I've had fun being around you, and I'd like to stay friends if it's possible.~
@2443 = ~...Oh. I see. I guess your mind's made up, so...~
@2444 = ~It's okay. I do understand. I just need a bit of time to think - I'll be fine.~
@2445 = ~What, you think you can string me along for ages and then we'll go back to being friends? I don't think so!~
@2446 = ~Leave me alone, <CHARNAME>. I don't want to speak to you right now.~
@2447 = ~But - but, Yoshimo, you could have said something - or we could have worked something out! Anything but this!~
@2448 = ~You mentioned you and your friends were fighting shadows in the Umar Hills. Whereabouts was it?~
@2449 = ~Sure, I can show you where Imnesvale is - that's the village nearby. Here, on the map.~
@2450 = ~I'm...afraid I couldn't say exactly where the temple was, though. I wasn't in charge of navigation, and when me and Seth were running away we weren't exactly thinking about it - all we wanted was to get out of there fast.~
@2451 = ~...Thank you for doing that, <CHARNAME>. I...don't know what to say, but. He was in a tough situation. I'll miss him.~
@2452 = ~I feel so empty, with my soul gone. I don't know what's left of me...~
@2453 = ~Hey, now, don't talk like that. We're going to get the bastards that did this to you, and make them pay.~
@2454 = ~I promise.~