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Message: <blockquote data-quote="JustinCase" data-source="post: 8450235" data-attributes="member: 6776182">Maladiel bows curtly, already having taken a quick measure of the woman. From Dame Yamyra he knows that Filiu runs this Gold Dragon Inn, which here in Gatherhold is also the main Ghallandra stronghold; anyone who's in charge here holds great power and influence. What Mal sees here frightens him a little more; obviously this halfling woman is very comfortable around dangerous predators, and has learnt some of their tricks. As an urban entertainer and fixer, Maladiel finds it hard to trust his honed instincts around one with such clear bonds to the natural world."I will not bother you with tales of our past or our connections to Dame Yamyra," he smiles, using the Halfling language to express familiarity, as well as implicitly giving away just a little information about themselves. Then he turns back to the Common trade language. "She has told us Clawfoots are going missing," he gets to the point quickly, estimating that their host prefers it to pleasantries. "There are suspicions about a local ranch being involved. As creatures of such sacred importance and, dare I say, family, we will leave no stones unturned, I can assure you... Hotelier."Mal bites his tongue, only just refraining from saying "m'lady" at the end of his line. In fact, the half-elf is much more direct and less formal than usual.</blockquote>