[IRP] The Dead One Calls

[Lavi]

Unlike Paige, Cecily opted for a dress: something that she bought while traveling with Satsume, but was unwilling to wear it knowing that she had not taken a bath in a while. It was probably once worn by a merchant man's wife, being both fashionable while remaining practical for travel. In other words, perfect traveling garb for a fallen noble.

Although she did clean herself as well as she could, the fact that there is no way that her long hair would dry quickly. The growing chill of the coming night soured her expression as it seeped into her hair.

"I hope the others came up with a plan that doesn't involve storming the gate," Paige said.

Cecily sighed. "I hope the others don't do anything."

She would especially be unhappy if Satsume involved himself without her consent. She would be especially unhappy if it was by Shad's suggestion. She would be furious with Shad himself for all of that. Cecily had to take a deep breath before her mind continued to race. Is the cold and growing hunger getting to her? There would be extra anger to spread around if there was not a bite to eat when they regrouped with the others.

"Let's check the tavern before heading back to the inn," Cecily suggested. "Perhaps they have something left for us there."

The two continued onwards, down the street together.