Thorne's heart warmed to her words. "Thank you. If somehow you ever find yourself in Oldcastle I'll be sure to return the favor." He lifted his hand to wave a goodbye as she left, her elegant deer in tow. A wistful feeling filled his chest as he watched her disappear back into the crowd of Palisade. What a shame she had to be nobility; it was unlikely he'd ever bump into her again.

Still, he mused as he made his way in the opposite direction, she had been most helpful despite their obvious social differences. In his mind he wished for perhaps one more chance meeting.



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