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Makani knew that he should probably be working, and he meant to do so with time, but for now he was relaxing instead. Laying alongside the river, arms crossed under his head, eye closed. He was just listening to the sound of the water, as well as the sounds of Rae barking playfully while chasing after the sailscale that Makani had recently, accidentally, made friends with. The pair seemed to get along well enough so he couldn't say that he was really worried about either of them. They were having fun, that was what mattered most.

The sleepy sage shifted sightly, head tilting, when he heard the sounds of what he thought was music in the air. Borra? Was he out practicing? Sitting up slowly he allowed his hands to rest in his lap, listening to the sound. It was different then the music that Borra played, a different style that belonged to a different person. Another of his big sister's recruits, perhaps? He didn't know all of them by heart since they came and went, some times just apprenticing at the inn for a time before they returned to their own troupes once more. Was this one like that? Allowing his magic to reach out he felt for the new musician's energy. It was different from any that he knew so if she was part of the troupe then she was new, as in joined today new.

"I should probably greet her." He murmured, knowing full well he was probably just trying to get out of work for a bit. Purfiying enough water to fill the two big barrels he had with him took time and a lot of magical energy. It was something he'd get to, of course, but if he could put it off for a few more moments he most certainly would. Especially on a day as nice as today.

Makani couldn't help but to give a laugh as the woman spoke to him in song form. Yep, definitely not Borra and definitely someone new as he didn't recognize either the feel of her energy or the sound of her voice. Pushing himself up to his feet Makani set to brushing himself off before he turned toward where he sensed her to be, "It's been a pretty nice day now that the weather is warming up." He said, not bothering to even attempt to sing his response since he knew he wasn't cut out for singing. He'd stick with magic that was what he was better at.

"Are you a new apprentice that my sister has taken on? She gets quite a few of them coming and going so I must admit that I can miss some of them from time to time." He hoped that, were she one of them, that she'd forgive him for having missed her. So long as she wasn't the same as Eira when it came to being an arrogant sort then he might survive such a confession in tact.

"From what I am told there are quite a lot of interesting sights to behold in the area." He said, nodding his head and a bright smile. Sure, he hadn't seen any of them himself, per say, but he was sure that they were defnitely something amazing to behold, "Is Iory far from here?" He found himself asking, wondering how far the singing woman had traveled to get to where the inn was localed. He knew they say between Dernd and the Sautian border, but the location of others towns, that was a question he didn't have the answer too.

Giving a laugh and a shake of his head he said, "Naw, all of that isn't for me. I mean on occassion I get pulled into a dance or two, but my work is more magical based. Purifying water, starting fires were needed, construction, healing... my sister is good at making sure I'm working hard." Not that Eira really let anyone slack off. The inn wouldn't run as well if people were allowed to laze about or so she said, "If you are looking to apprentice somewhere, or just for a place to take a break in your travels, the inn does have open rooms." He offered, feeling he'd be remiss if he didn't mention it.

"Ohhhh, a group came ahead of you, did they? Well, if they found the inn I am sure that my sister will be quite happy since that mens a lot of people coming to visit. The more the merrier is how she feels about things." The big groups were always good for business, but also gave everyone more people to entertain. Always more fun to dance and play for big groups after all so he really hoped that the singing girl's group had arrived before her since it would put Eira in a good mood.

Giving a nod Makani said, "I can attest to that, my sister is quite the lively woman after all." He said, even after having a baby she was still the same energic woman as ever. At her next question he couldn't help but to laugh as he said, "I don't see why not." One of those jokes that was funny mostly to Makani since he couldn't really see anything. Giving a smile he said, "You needn't pay, she just likes to take on random apprentices, allow them a bit of stage time, and time to hone their skills at the inn. They come and go after a while, normally on their own time. You should definitely at least visit."

"Wonderful, I am glad to hear that you will hang out with us at the inn even if it's only for a couple of days." It wasn't a lot of time but it would allow the singing girl to meet up with his sister, chat with her a bit, and maybe participate in a show or two. It would be fun for everyone involved if you asked Makani.

Giving a nod of his head at the question Makani said, "Yeah, born in Sauti, spent the first few years of my life here with my mother, and then moved to Zena to stay with my father until I was a prentice. After that I traveled around with my sister's troupe before we ended up back in Sauti again." They had been all over the Northern lands before settling down, something that had been good for the troupe as they had thrived here at the inn, "Heh, is that so? Thank you." The singing girl was just full of compliments, wasn't she? Something that Makani didn't really mind, it was nice to hear good things about his mixed blood since he'd been teased for it when he was little.

"Ah! Since I should probably remember my manners eventually, my name is Makani." He said, holding a hand out in the general direction that he could sense her energy in and hear her breathing, "It's nice to meet you."

Makani smiled, "It will be a welcome visit, it's always nice to have return visits, it's how friends are made." He said, glad to hear that she might come back to bother them. It would be good for everyone in the inn to make more friends, especially the sort like the singing girl since that meant more return guests that could also perform. Returning guest players, that would be a great draw he thought to himself thoughtfully. It would work out well, something he aught to talk to his sister about, to see what she thought. She'd probably have to hold try outs, but it could work.

After the shake of hands Makani said, "It's very nice to meet you, Faamy." He was glad that he'd been slacking off a bit in his work because it meant that he was able to run across such a nice girl. Her next comment had the sage standing there for a moment, looking a little surprised, before he started to laugh. He couldn't help but to find the comment, while completely without tact, to be far too funny... though that just might be his strange sense of humor. Giving a little shake of his head and a grin he said, "Actually my eyes are always like this, more closed them squinting though, so no ache I assure you."

Makani couldn't help but to laugh, unable to help but to be amused by the reaction in the girl, "You needn't worry, Faamy, I am not insulted in the least bit." If anything he was enjoying himself greatly, always finding amusement in the reactions of others... when it was there at least. There were some people that met him and noticed straight away, others it took a while, then some never seemed to realize. Makani was always curious to see how people reacted to such a thing... so to speak. Another thought that made him chuckle a little.

"It's not too far from here." He said, considering for a moment what she mentioned about 'a drink' before he realized that he really did need to get to work on purifying the water, didn't he? Still, best to get Faamy to the inn first. He could hand her off into the care of Gyuri, and then return here to finish up his job here at the river. Giving a smile Makani said, "I will escort you back to the inn. I want to make sure you get there alright. Once there you can chat with our bouncer, Gyuri, and he can help you find my sister if you'd like to meet her too. She's probably playing with my cute little nephew, Li, at the moment."