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[enthraller]

[This is a fairly new face on the network. A very pretty one. One could be forgiven for mistaking him for a girl before he speaks – and even after that, your milage may vary. He holds the tablet with the awkwardness of someone unfamiliar with this kind of technology, but his smile is perfectly pleasant.]

Hello. For those I haven't had the opportunity to meet yet, my name is Saralegui. I find myself in need of...advice, I suppose. On how I might support myself while here. I don't want to portray myself as completely helpless, but my experience and skillset don't seem very applicable to basic self-sufficiency.

[His smile goes a bit self-deprecating and he shrugs.]

That said, if there's ever a need for a politician, I'd be happy to volunteer.

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[enthraller]

You could let them empower you. Parry instead of defend. Turn it around and use it to your advantage.

[He isn't shy about touching, running his hand over the scales and marveling at the feeling of it. He's never seen anything like it.]

[nilhilistic]

And what advantage is there?

[enthraller]

You know better than to fall victim to flattery. So what can you take from a compliment when that's not a risk? If it's sincere, then you can take sincere pleasure in it. And if it's said with ulterior motives, then you know they want something from you, and you can take advantage of that.

[nilhilistic]

[ the dragon eyes him through slitted eyes. ]

I no longer play those games with humans.

[enthraller]

[He meets that stare fearlessly, still smiling.]

I'm only half human, as it turns out. Does that still count?

[It's actually the first time he's said that to anyone. It's a pretty fresh revelation.]

[nilhilistic]

[ in a dry voice. ]

I had a feeling. And what games do you intend to play?

[enthraller]

[ yeah he does give off a Vibe huh ]

As I said, no games. Not with you, at least.

[nilhilistic]

[ should he flattered? he's not sure. he's too new in a place like this not to be on his guard. he didn't come so far only to falter now. ]

What is it you want then?

[enthraller]

Right now? This is all I wanted. I appreciate the chance to see something like this.

[He gives the dragon a bright smile, patting the scales.]

But if you mean long-term, I want the same thing as you.

[nilhilistic]

[ the dragon eyes him surreptitiously. ]

I suppose in that we are aligned.

[enthraller]

...But if you're open to more in this moment, I would like to see what it's like to fly.

[He says it lightly, not insincere but without pressure. It's not as if he'll die if rejected, but...can you really say no to this face?]

[nilhilistic]

[ rafal growls. ]

Don't push your luck.

[enthraller]

[That draws a laugh out of him and he shrugs.]

Can you blame me for trying?

[nilhilistic]

No. But that is not a request I will honour.