Emet-Selch peeks past his arms in time to observe the scholars being brought up short. One is clearly more adept at reading subtext; they stammer a hurried apology and tug on their fellow's arm. However, their companion seems oblivious to the warning signs and actually takes another step forward.
"Oh, of course! Of course, but it will only take a few minutes, I promise you!" they enthuse. "After all, it isn't every day you get to question someone who has lived through all of known history!"
The former Ascian ponders taking action, but after a sideways glance at Gustavain, he decides that it would be much more fun to watch them take care of the matter. In whatever way they deem appropriate. So he pretends not to stir and waits for the Warrior's response.
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Date: 2023-01-19 02:54 pm (UTC)"Oh, of course! Of course, but it will only take a few minutes, I promise you!" they enthuse. "After all, it isn't every day you get to question someone who has lived through all of known history!"
The former Ascian ponders taking action, but after a sideways glance at Gustavain, he decides that it would be much more fun to watch them take care of the matter. In whatever way they deem appropriate. So he pretends not to stir and waits for the Warrior's response.