1. Approach the mage casually.
2. Eavesdrop on the mercenaries.
3. Secretly intercept the trader's documents.
What will Sion do?
Here's how Sion approaches the mage naturally and cautiously:
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Sion stood from his seat, his movements smooth, calculated — not aggressive, but not meek either. His cold, handsome features drew a few glances as he crossed the inn, the faint creak of floorboards under his boots the only sound.
Nyx remained seated, grinning faintly, whispering to herself,
"Master's hunting again…"
Lilith's presence stayed hidden, but Sion could feel her shadow trailing him like a second skin.
The hooded female mage sat by the fireplace, nursing a modest glass of amber liquid. Up close, her sharp features became clearer — pale skin, piercing blue eyes, faint traces of magical residue lingering in the air around her. Her cloak's inner lining shimmered faintly — enchanted.
She didn't flinch as Sion stopped beside her table. Instead, her eyes flicked up, cautious but composed.
Sion tilted his head slightly, voice low and calm.
"Drinking alone… or waiting for someone dangerous?"
The mage's lips quirked in a small, unreadable smile.
"Depends… are you dangerous?"
Sion smirked faintly, pulling out the chair across from her and sitting down uninvited.
"Some say so. Others… don't get the chance to form an opinion."
She studied him for a moment, her eyes sharp with quiet intellect, not easily impressed.
"You're… Demonheart, aren't you?"
Sion's eyebrow rose, but he remained calm.
"Name spreads fast in this city."