[He watches her deliberate, and he wouldn't have been surprised if she revoked the deal, or at least part of it. Yet, he could tell that she was genuine in her desire to help, and equally as desperate to make whatever it is she's seeking. All the more reasons for him to be concerned. There are all sorts of people out there in this world, and while she's clearly capable...
....
Negotiations and such are clearly not her strong suit. Nor should they be, not for someone her age. So he does worry that if he's not able to secure her to their side, she may fall to someone with more ill intentions or be swindled entirely. Someone who may try to take advantage and take this project of hers for their own. At least with their group, he know she will be safe.
...Benedikta a little questionable, but he can at least work with her on that. (Hopefully—)
Of course here he is also working out a strategy, utilizing his own experience to overwhelm and get the upper hand, so perhaps he's not much better. Not to mention he's doing this without consulting the others first. He's not making any hard and fast decisions yet, but he's already set his mind in one way or another.
But this girl... She just reminds him too much of those he's seen pass under his watch, both as the former Lord Commander and as the outlaw leader of the Hideaway.
So when she finally makes her decision with that determined gaze he smiles.]
Bear in mind I still have to talk to the rest. But as I said, regardless of our decision, I myself am interested in helping you one way or another. So long as you understand then—
no subject
....
Negotiations and such are clearly not her strong suit. Nor should they be, not for someone her age. So he does worry that if he's not able to secure her to their side, she may fall to someone with more ill intentions or be swindled entirely. Someone who may try to take advantage and take this project of hers for their own. At least with their group, he know she will be safe.
...Benedikta a little questionable, but he can at least work with her on that. (Hopefully—)
Of course here he is also working out a strategy, utilizing his own experience to overwhelm and get the upper hand, so perhaps he's not much better. Not to mention he's doing this without consulting the others first. He's not making any hard and fast decisions yet, but he's already set his mind in one way or another.
But this girl... She just reminds him too much of those he's seen pass under his watch, both as the former Lord Commander and as the outlaw leader of the Hideaway.
So when she finally makes her decision with that determined gaze he smiles.]
Bear in mind I still have to talk to the rest. But as I said, regardless of our decision, I myself am interested in helping you one way or another. So long as you understand then—
[He takes her hand.]
We have an agreement.